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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.
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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Passive – Active: it’s not either/or
The debate between active investing (where a fund manager picks stocks to try and outperform the market) and passive investing (where the aim is to replicate the market) is now dated.
Top tips for maximising your ISA returns
Getting the most from your ISAs while ensuring the right mix of Cash and Stocks and Shares ISAs, will make your savings and investments work as hard as possible.
Getting your head around tax jargon: the top seven terms explained
Financial services jargon can get in the way of feeling confident about managing your money. Understanding the various tax terms and acronyms, such as ISAs, IHT, CGT or pension allowances not only improves your financial wellbeing – it could save you tax too.
Unlocking success: How a good financial plan can help my small business
Keeping track of key financial metrics such as sales, costs, profit and cash flow, and analysing them regularly, can help you ensure your business is in good health. This data can help you understand where you may need to make changes to improve profit margin or cash flow.
Political shifts: what does it mean for markets?
Last year a record number of people across the globe voted for change. While new governments are likely to bring in new policies, we expect inflation and interest rates to remain relatively high in the short term.
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