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The emotional dynamics associated with the transfer of clients’ wealth | Practical tips from CFA Institute’s Hayman
In this insight for IFA Magazine, Genevieve Hayman, Senior Research Affiliate in Research, Advocacy, and Standards at CFA Institute, shares practical tips…
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Equity Release Council reports slowdown in lending in Q1- but why? Experts share analysis and outlook to help advisers
The equity release market recorded a slowdown in Q1 2026, as global uncertainty weighed on consumer decision-making and delayed completions. According to…
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Facebook for financial advisers: The ultimate guide to getting clients, not just likes
In the following exclusive, Terry Blackburn, Founder of The Wealthy Advisers Club, explores how mortgage advisers must rethink the way they attract…
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UK firms urged to strengthen cyber defences as new figures show persistent threat says DSIT
New figures published today [Thursday 30 April] by the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), show that 43% of businesses suffered a cyber breach or…
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Schroders: Latest Multi-Asset investment views
“We remain positive on equities, but the disruption to energy supplies caused by the Middle East conflict may persist longer than originally…
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And then there were three | Reaction as ECB also holds interest rates amidst inflation concerns
The European Central Bank (ECB) has opted to keep interest rates on hold today, striking a cautious tone as policymakers grapple with…
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Bank of England warns inflation could rise to 6.2% as it holds interest rates steady | Analysis from AJ Bell’s Danni Hewson
The Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted 8-1 to hold interest rates at 3.75%, with Bank’s chief economist Huw Pill…
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Fed’s holding pattern continues | Analysis from PIMCO Economist, Tiffany Wilding
Markets and observers weren’t surprised when the Federal Reserve held its policy rate steady at the April meeting, says Tiffany Wilding, Economist…
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BoE holds rates at 3.75%: industry professionals react during uncertain times
The Bank of England has held rates at 3.75%, in line with expectations. While the decision itself was widely anticipated, attention now…
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The latest HMRC data shows steady recovery in transactions despite global pressures | expert insight
The latest HMRC property transaction figures for March suggest the housing market is proving more resilient than expected, with activity holding up…
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