Investing
10 April 2026
Trusts are increasingly used in the UK as a strategy to manage inheritance tax (IHT) liabilities, especially with upcoming changes to IHT rules set to affect pensions. We look at how they work in estate planning.
4 minutesBusiness
9 April 2026
As the new tax year begins, many business owners are using the quieter spring weeks to reset, refocus and plan. With several bank holidays ahead, now’s the ideal time to pause, reflect and set the tone for the year to come. Here are 10 practical tips to help you start strong.
4 minutesInvesting
31 March 2026
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. Our in-depth guide covers the tax relief available and includes tips on mitigating a growing tax liability from overseas wealth.
4 minutesInvesting
30 March 2026
With the Iran conflict now entering its fifth week, the ability of the UK economy to withstand a prolonged economic shock is coming into increasing focus.
6 minutesInvesting
26 March 2026
Financial advice gives people the support and reassurance to invest, but what about the 92% of people who don’t receive advice1?
4 minutesInvesting
25 March 2026
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?
4 minutesInvesting
19 March 2026
As the 2025/26 tax year-end approaches, investors are being encouraged to review their property tax arrangements to check if their financial plans are still on track.
4 minutesBusiness
18 March 2026
Business owners have felt the mood shift in recent weeks. Optimism has dipped as global events increase uncertainty, and many say the landscape simply feels tougher. Yet years of shocks have made many UK SMEs more resilient and determined to focus on their ultimate aims according to business consultancy Elephant’s Child.
3 minutesInvesting
11 March 2026
“It might be a small stretch of water, but the Strait of Hormuz is something rarely far from the minds of anyone who follows geo-economics. The speed at which tanker traffic has halted and translated into supply bottleneck concerns goes to show its importance to energy markets.” – Hetal Mehta, Chief Economist, St James’s Place.
2 minutesInvesting
10 March 2026
After years in the doldrums, 2025 was a standout year for emerging market equities. 2026 has started in a similar vein, with some markets in Asia delivering double digit returns so far. What is driving this reversal in fortunes?
4 minutesInvesting
6 March 2026
As International Women's Day (IWD) is celebrated on 8 March, campaigners are calling for women to take greater control of their finances.
3 minutesInvesting
5 March 2026
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 especially true for those who have benefited from rising wages but who have moved into higher income tax bands as a result. Here we explore five allowances you can use before the end of the tax year on 5 April.
4 minutes