2018 outlook
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Wealth management and advice sector urges clearer, more consistent regulation to better support clients and unlock growth potential
A new study from PIMFA, the trade association for wealth management and financial advice firms, highlights the significant pressures firms face from…
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AI boom is built on fundamentals, and not hype
Dom Rizzo, who manages the Global Technology Equity strategy at T. Rowe Price, believes the AI boom is grounded in fundamentals, with…
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Gold hits $3,700 record: How the strength of the dollar impacts gold prices in the UK
Gold hit record highs in September, reaching over $3,700, and with Trump and US policies taking centre stage in the news, many are…
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NuWealth rebrands to Quilter Invest
NuWealth, the digital savings and investment platform which is part of FTSE-250 wealth manager, Quilter, has today rebranded as Quilter Invest. This…
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AdvisoryAI whitepaper reveals path to triple advice firm valuation through AI-enabled efficiency
AdvisoryAI, winner of the Schroders Outstanding Innovation Award, today released research demonstrating how AI implementation can double adviser capacity and triple firm…
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US shutdown shrugged off as fresh records are set
The FTSE 100 shows no signs of slowing, US markets brush off Washington’s gridlock, and Tesla faces a high bar on deliveries.…
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CISI marks World Financial Planning Day 8 October highlighting the CFP™ mark, the UK’s highest financial planning certification
Amidst UK consumer concern around inflation, interest rates and a potential recession, leading professional body and educational charity the CISI will join…
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Podcast #142: Are pension transfer woes really over? A conversation with Anthony Rafferty, CEO of Origo
This week on IFA Talk, we’re getting into one of the biggest talking points in pensions – transfers. For years, they’ve been…
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Gold prices hit fresh all-time high, extending rally as global debt and inflation fears mount
Gold has surged to a record US$3,788/oz, rising 44% this year as investors react to mounting debt, persistent inflation and de-dollarisation. Thomas…
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Do you want good companies or good investments? | Josh Passmore, Artemis
Josh Passmore at Artemis highlights a turning point for US “quality growth” stocks. With many of the famed Magnificent Seven struggling to…
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Luxury Engagements, luxury weddings, and… luxury divorces? Legal insight for advisers on supporting UHNW clients
Recent news of celebrity engagements – including that of Taylor Swift’s engagement to Travis Kelce – shines a spotlight on the intertwining…
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Active ETFs: Aberdeen Investments outlines three themes driving profound changes in global economy
Aberdeen Investments has outlined three themes driving profound changes in the global economy, following a ring the bell ceremony at the London…
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West One launches commercial mortgages to wider market
After a highly successful commercial pilot with a selected group of brokers, West One has announced that from today its commercial mortgage…
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The Autumn budget will inevitably bring higher taxes – this isn’t a quick fix though
Oliver Faizallah, Head of Fixed Income Research at Charles Stanley, warns that while the UK faces high debt and deficit levels, gilt…
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Carla Brown elected PFS President for second year
Carla Brown will continue as President of the Personal Finance Society (PFS) for a second year, following her reappointment at the most…
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£1 million jackpot win for two Premium Bonds holders from North East Scotland and Greater Manchester
Two Premium Bonds holders from North East Scotland and Greater Manchester have each won a £1 million jackpot in October’s draw. Meanwhile,…
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US shutdown knocks equities off course
Emma Wall, chief investment strategist at Hargreaves Lansdown, highlights a turbulent market session as Asian stocks fell alongside US and European futures…
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A core fixed income allocation for all seasons
The Legal & General Strategic Bond Fund has reached £1bn AUM as of May 2025 – a major milestone and a testament…
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Annual house price growth steady in September
UK house price growth held steady at 2.2% in September, according to Nationwide, as stable mortgage approvals and supportive economic conditions point…
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New research reveals what dental professionals value most – as Bupa Dental Care launches new campaign
New research from Bupa Dental Care highlights that dental professionals are increasingly seeking supportive, flexible workplaces that offer development opportunities and a…
