Investing, Business
Dividends vs salary - why getting it wrong can hurt
18 February 2026
Now that the self-assessment deadline has passed, many directors are taking the opportunity to review how they extract profits from their companies.
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2026 – the Year of the Horse and China’s two-speed system
18 February 2026
Chinese New Year, the most significant annual holiday for the approximately 1.5 billion Chinese worldwide, began this week. Also known as Lunar New Year, it follows the phases of the moon. In contrast, the western calendar tracks the orbit of the sun. This is why the date varies year to year but usually falls between 21 January – 20 February.
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Ageing Asia - a widening demographic problem?
12 February 2026
Shifting demographics across parts of Asia could spell future problems for the growth of many of these economies and their financial markets. Widespread declines in the average birth rate in countries such as China and Japan can affect economic growth by reducing the pool of available workers. This can then push up spending and borrowing costs for governments. Yet these changing demographics can also shape the nature of opportunities, such as which sectors step up to lead the way. We take a closer look.
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Time to Talk Day – why talking could improve financial wellbeing
5 February 2026
Today marks Time to Talk Day, when people are encouraged to speak openly about their mental health with friends and family, helping to break down the stigma around mental health issues.
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The tax benefits of owning a home
3 February 2026
This article outlines some of the tax benefits of owning a home, from tax breaks for first time buyers, relief from capital gains tax upon sale and opportunities to minimise inheritance tax on your property when the time comes to pass it down to your loved ones.
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Will your business fund the retirement you deserve?
30 January 2026
Will your business fund the retirement you deserve? “Unfortunately, the current value of your business isn’t enough for you to retire” is never an easy conversation to have with a business owner. But it’s a familiar one for us here at Elephants Child. The good news is that there’s often a great deal that can be done to improve a business’s value and plan an exit strategy that supports your financial freedom figure.
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Getting a divorce - five financial tips to help you through the process
28 January 2026
Going through a divorce is usually an emotionally difficult time but it also has ongoing financial implications. Amid the transition, it can be easy to overlook some important steps that might shape your financial future. We look at five key areas to help keep your finances on track for the long term.
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Only days to file and pay as self-assessment deadline looms
27 January 2026
Those who have yet to file their online self-assessment tax return and settle any tax due have only a few days left to do so before facing a financial penalty.
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Rising through the noise
23 January 2026
Amid political turmoil and growing concerns over the size of tech stocks, global markets ended the year positively. How did SJP’s investment team navigate the complicated market environment?
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How to avoid inheritance tax traps
22 January 2026
Leaving a decent inheritance for your loved ones can be life changing. But navigating inheritance tax rules and estate planning is often tricky. Here are five inheritance tax traps to avoid, so you can leave more of your wealth to your family.
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Planning for retirement in volatile times
20 January 2026
In an increasingly volatile world, what do market ups and downs mean for those investing for their retirement?
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Real Life Advice Report 2025: Chapter 4 – Cost of living pressures hit people’s financial plans
14 January 2026
Widespread economic pressures and general uncertainty are causing growing numbers of people to put off their financial plans and ambitions. This is according to our Real Life Advice Report 2025 carried out by Opinium . It surveyed 8,000 people to find out how their attitudes to money, financial advice and the future had changed over time.
