The make-up of portfolios and the importance of global equities
It would take a brave person to predict the outcome of Brexit right now given the political and legal wrangling that appears to lie ahead. But what impact is this having on investors?
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How political risk affects investments
Investment managers consider political risk when making investments. At the moment there’s a lot of talk on both sides of the Brexit argument about the potential impact of the UK leaving the EU either with or without a deal…
No such thing as a ‘no risk’ pension
When looking at options for funding your retirement, it’s important to understand that your pension pot will be invested – and as with all investments, your capital is at risk.
Alternative investment strategies for your portfolio
A first-hand account from Jasmit Bahia, about how recent changes have affected his BTL portfolio.
Have you had a letter from HMRC?
New rules mean that 95% of taxpayers should no longer need to pay tax on their savings income. But those who now earn more in interest than the new Personal Savings Allowance may have had a letter from HMRC. Find out more about the recent changes here.
What is the value of financial advice? £40,000 apparently
According to the ILC, financial advice could make you better off. Find out how financial planning could help you, and the true value of an IFA.
The Federal Reserve should do the right thing
Trump, China, Russia, Brexit – 2019 could be another unpredictable year, but Jon Cunliffe of Charles Stanley is anticipating reasonable stock market performance and explains why in this article.
How investors are supporting environmental and ethical causes
When many of us think about our legacy, many of us about how we will leave our assets to our families. But increasingly people are considering the legacy of the planet and the society they’re leaving behind and want to make a financial difference. This is being evidenced by their investment preferences and charitable bequests in Wills.
How to avoid a pension scam
Pensions freedom has created many opportunities for scammers to target people approaching retirement with access to their retirement funds. Learn more about how scammers approach their victims and how these scams can be avoided.
How to fund a long-term retirement
What should retirees consider when investing for a sustainable, long-term income stream to meet their needs? Simon Morris, Head of Strategic Partners at Premier Asset Management discusses tactics for retirements that could span decades rather than years,