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New tax year: maximising opportunities at every life stage
Household finances continue to be squeezed in 2026. With income tax thresholds frozen until at least 2031, more taxpayers are being pulled into higher tax bands. Plus, years of high inflation have compounded the problem as rising prices mean less disposable income.
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 explore some of the busiest and most important shipping lanes in the world.
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New tax year: maximising opportunities at every life stage
Household finances continue to be squeezed in 2026. With income tax thresholds frozen until at least 2031, more taxpayers are being pulled into higher tax bands. Plus, years of high inflation have compounded the problem as rising prices mean less disposable income.
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 explore some of the busiest and most important shipping lanes in the world.
Non-dom tax changes – why planning is vital
The non-dom tax regime has seen a monumental overhaul in the past year. New regulations, introduced in April 2025, radically changed how foreign income and gains are taxed for individuals living in the UK who had previous non-dom status. There are also big implications for inheritance tax.
Iran conflict: what rising oil prices mean for UK households
The conflict in Iran continues to drive political and economic uncertainty across the world. Less than a month in, UK consumers are already experiencing higher product costs across certain markets. How will your finances fare in the next year amid the heightened volatility?
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. FHL owners must plan for higher income tax on property income and potentially filing tax records with HMRC every quarter.
Business owners – from optimism to uncertainty in a volatile world
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. FHL owners must plan for higher income tax on property income and potentially filing tax records with HMRC every quarter.
Emerging markets – the next generation…
2025 was a standout year for emerging market equities. 2026 has started in a similar vein. What is driving this reversal in fortunes? China, South Korea and Taiwan are the three largest economies in the MSCI Emerging Markets index.
Five allowances to use before tax year end
With the rise in inflation and the freeze on income tax thresholds until at least 2031, the tax burden has increased considerably for many of us. This is why it is more important than ever to make the most of all your allowances.
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