SpaceX and the billion-dollar indexing dilemma
The SpaceX listing presents a dilemma for stock index providersWhy SpaceX isn’t eligible for the flagship S&P 500 indexConsistency or realism? How index providers will deal with mega cap IPOs What happens when one of the world’s most valuable companies isn’t...
Approaching retirement: what is the right time to de-risk?
De-risking strategies may involve broader diversification of your investments and regular reviews of your portfolio to help manage risk.Selling investments during a market dip can harm long-term growth. Having a cash buffer set aside can help you avoid this.The right...
The busiest shipping lanes in the world
The conflict in Iran has brought shipping traffic to a halt in the Strait of Hormuz, a key corridor for global trade. This disruption has highlighted the world’s reliance on this strategic sea route and the vulnerabilities it creates for the global economy. Here we...
Owners urged to review holiday lets as tax changes bite
The special tax treatment of eligible furnished holiday lets (FHLs) was abolished in April 2025. It means all income and gains from FHLs are now taxed in the same way as other rental properties. The income from FHLs can no longer be included as relevant UK earnings...