The UK economy grew 0.7% in Q1 2025, exceeding forecasts and signalling potential recovery momentum A new UK-EU deal includes border easing, a youth mobility scheme and renewed defence cooperation The FCA reveals 13 million have low financial resilience, with widespread savings shortfalls and mental stress “The economy is beginning to turn a corner” The […]
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Navigating uncertainty together
Economic and political uncertainty can lead to impulsive financial decisions—long-term planning is key Media headlines create noise, but financial plans should be tailored to personal goals, not speculation. A strong financial strategy is built to adapt—seek expert advice to stay on track Over the past five years, we’ve experienced a global pandemic, geopolitical conflicts, political […]
Surging demand for protection insurance – are you covered?
Income protection demand is expected to grow, with 51% of financial advisers predicting an increase in 2025 44% of advisers anticipate rising demand for life insurance, as more people seek financial security With economic uncertainty, more individuals are prioritising private health insurance and income protection The demand for health insurance, income protection and life insurance […]
One in six plan to move in 2025
30% of Brits moved home in the past three years, motivated by lifestyle changes and space One in six homeowners plan to relocate this year, with garages and gardens top priorities Renters face affordability challenges, with many needing family support to buy their first home. After a busy period in the housing market, there seems […]
News in Review
The UK secured a trade deal with US, cutting car tariffs and protecting key industries and jobs A UK-India trade deal slashes tariffs and is expected to add £25bn in annual trade by 2040 The Bank of England cut Bank Rate to 4.25% amid easing inflation and global trade uncertainty “This historic deal delivers for […]
Closing the investing gap
13 million UK adults are sitting on £430bn in cash, potentially missing out on higher long-term investment returns Many savers find investing too complex—74% need guidance on choosing the right investments Holding cash is useful for short-term needs, but long-term investing can offer greater wealth-building potential A recent report1 estimates 13 million UK adults are […]
IHT receipts continue their ascent
IHT receipts topped £6.3bn in the eight months to December, a £600m increase on the same period the previous year OBR predicts IHT receipts will continue their ascent, forecasting total receipts of £9.7bn a year by 2028/29 Factors including a rise in asset values and frozen thresholds are contributing to rising receipts HM Revenue and […]
News in Review
UK house prices fell by 0.6% in April following a rush in March to beat Stamp Duty changes. Despite the drop, prices remain 3.4% higher than a year ago US GDP shrank by 0.3% in Q1 2025—its first contraction in three years—due to reduced government spending and a surge in imports ahead of tariffs Ukraine […]
Positioning portfolios in a protectionist world
US Vice President JD Vance spelled it out in Munich – “there is a new sheriff in town” – and that sheriff’s policies are already having far-reaching consequences. While dealing with geopolitical uncertainties is clearly nothing new for long-term investors, Trump’s re-election has once again vividly highlighted the need for a sound investment approach based […]
Money – In the news
Child Trust Funds still unclaimed Some 728,000 people who have recently turned 18 have not claimed their Child Trust Fund, figures1 show, with the total value of unclaimed money amounting to £1.4bn. Many eligible young people do not know that their account exists, campaigners say. MPs are urging more action from HMRC to inform potential […]