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WeekWatch - 12/10/2026
12 October 2026
President Trump last week announced that his administration had reached an agreement on the release of about 13.5 million barrels of Russian diesel.
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WeekWatch - 12/10/2026
12 October 2026
President Trump last week announced that his administration had reached an agreement on the release of about 13.5 million barrels of Russian diesel.
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Pensions and IHT: The 'double tax' trap
9 October 2026
For years, pensions have offered a valuable tax advantage alongside retirement income, enabling people to pass on wealth to the next generation. But from April 2027, changes to inheritance tax rules could mean some families face a significantly larger tax bill than they expected.
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Investment Insights - The 'curse' of the winner
7 October 2026
Welcome to the latest issue of our quarterly investment insights newsletter from Asia and Middle East CIO Angelina Lai.
7 minutesInvesting
Financial bubbles - great stories but bad investments
30 September 2026
If bubbles follow a familiar pattern, why do they keep happening and why are so many investors caught up in them?
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Bank of England keeps rates on hold as peers hike
17 September 2026
The Bank of England (BoE) has voted to keep interest rates at 3.75% despite rising inflationary pressures.
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Closing the gap: women, pay and pensions
15 September 2026
This week marks the annual Pensions Awareness campaign. It’s a time to reflect on the importance of pension saving to support a comfortable retirement. Yet for many women, saving an adequate pension remains a challenge.
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The capital gains tax surprises that catch people out
11 September 2026
If you’ve received a CGT bill you weren’t expecting, don’t panic. Understanding why it has arisen is the first step towards dealing with it and reducing the chances of it happening again.
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WeekWatch - 07/09/2026
7 September 2026
In John Healey's major speech since becoming chancellor, and ahead of his first Budget, he sought to create a sense of optimism. However, rumours about thousands of job losses at Jaguar Land Rover (later confirmed) swirled before his speech, highlighting the challenges still faced.
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Healey’s growth agenda meets fiscal reality
7 September 2026
In his first major speech, Chancellor John Healey today set out optimistic plans to drive economic growth across ‘every postcode’ in the UK. Taking a more positive approach than his predecessor, Healey said the UK was ‘turning a corner’, pointing to signs of growth and previous cuts to interest rates.
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Why bond markets suddenly matter again
4 September 2026
Government bonds are meant to be boring. Yet recent swings in yields have made headlines across the globe. So, what's changed, and what does it mean for their role in your portfolio?
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Finding control when money feels overwhelming
27 August 2026
Anxiety can make financial challenges feel much worse. Whether you become worried about the sustainability of your financial future, dealing with debt or struggling with cash flow problems, emotions around money can lead to inaction or avoidance.
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How pension changes could affect your inheritance tax plans
25 August 2026
For many people, a pension is one of their biggest assets. From April 2027, it could also become an important inheritance tax (IHT) consideration. From this date, most unused pension funds will be included when the value of someone's estate is calculated for IHT purposes.
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What Japan’s falling currency could mean for borrowing costs
14 August 2026
Japan, one of the world's largest economies, is struggling with a falling currency. The yen has been weakening against the US dollar, reaching its lowest level in almost 40 years.
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