What does risk mean to you?
Risk is a heavily loaded word. If not clearly understood in financial terms, it can cause heavy losses. What is it you are getting into and can you really stomach
Time to take interest in your investment options
These are challenging times for investors, especially for those looking for growth through low-risk investments. We explore the current climate and how you can protect and make the most of
Why bond markets may be sending false signals about a global recession
The global bond market is almost twice as big as the world stock market in value terms yet it seldom gets mentioned in the press. When equities fall sharply, the
Weekly Update 13th September 2019
Friday 13th, lucky for some? GBP: Sterling reaches fresh highs against USD last seen in July Sterling’s luck still seems to be improving, jumping to a high of $1.24, the
Weekly Update 6th September 2019
Beaten by the Aussie GBP: Threat of no-deal Brexit recedes The UK economic evidence belied the pound’s strong performance. GfK’s consumer confidence measure fell three points in August to -14.
When is your tax freedom day?
If you ever had the feeling that you have spent half your working life just paying tax, you are not far wrong. What with income tax, national insurance/social security, capital
Weekly Update 30th August 2019
Buffeted by Brexit bewildermant GBP: Deal or No Deal 1 A roller-coaster week for sterling was driven almost entirely by Brexit hopes and fears. Meaningful UK economic data were almost
What to look out for to protect your pensions
Since the 2015 pension freedoms, there has been more choice than ever for how Britons can access their retirement benefits. While this is generally welcome, it has been accompanied by
Weekly Update 23rd August 2019
Victory from the jaws of defeat GBP: Brexit optimism squeezes out shorts On four of the last six working days, the pound was at the head of the major currency
Why you will never be rich if you listen to mainstream economists
What is the relationship between economics and investing? You might think a strong economy would lead to a sharp rise in share prices and vice versa. You might also believe