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Burnham’s Britain – economic priorities to consider?
With the support of 90% of Labour MPs (349 in total), Andy Burnham has replaced Sir Keir Starmer as the UK’s prime minister for the remainder of this parliament, ending in August 2029 (at the latest). While pledging to do things differently, there are many challenges ahead.
SpaceX and the billion-dollar indexing dilemma
SpaceX has become one of the largest companies on the planet. Yet despite its size, it currently doesn’t qualify for inclusion in the US’s flagship stock market index, the S&P 500. Why? All stock market indices have eligibility criteria which companies must meet in order to be listed on them.
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Five things to consider amid market uncertainty
The uncertainty surrounding the situation in the Middle East is breeding a sense of unease in the markets and investors. In recent days, we have seen the price of oil fluctuate considerably. However, the broader market reaction has been relatively contained so far.
Greater volatility, greater opportunities?
Markets have been volatile lately in reaction to an increasingly uncertain world. Despite this uncertainty, higher interest rates have improved bond yields, making them potentially more attractive for investors.
Spending Review – are wealth taxes on the horizon?
Labour’s first Spending Review in 18 years was long awaited but had few surprises. But more relevant for many is what this review is likely to mean for the Autumn Budget.
Build your business on solid foundations – don’t overlook the business basics of management and control
As an entrepreneurial, growing business, it is easy to dismiss some of the basic business disciplines as involving too much “bureaucracy” and “red tape” – the business by-words tend to be focused on the ability to be nimble, fast-moving, flexible, innovative.
What is the seven year rule in Inheritance Tax?
Not all inheritances happen once you’ve died. Gifting larger sums of money to loved ones while you’re still alive is both a practical and tax-smart way to get money flowing between generations. Some people call this a ‘living inheritance,’ since they’re passing on money that would have been inherited – just sooner, rather than later.
Overcoming market access and competition challenges to grow your business
Several key factors can affect or restrict the ability of a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME) to grow, including internal capabilities along with external factors.
Can government bonds come out on top in a tariff war?
Political tensions between the US and China have caused significant volatility in the US bond market. Any move by China to reduce its US bond holdings could worsen global economic instability.
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