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A new era for VCTs amid budget tax changes
Post-budget tax reforms and frozen allowances are reshaping investor sentiment, driving interest in Venture Capital Trusts. Offering tax-efficient planning opportunities, in the…
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Generative AI within Dynamic Planner
Dynamic Planner unveils 2025 developments set to transform financial advice with support for smartphone fact finding, data driven Insights and Generative AI…
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3 in 4 employees have worked while physically or mentally unable to perform their duties, study reveals
According to a new study, the continued stigma surrounding sick leave and health-related discussions in UK workplaces is creating a challenging environment…
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Study reveals budget triggered retail investors to sell UK shares
Last year’s Budget triggered a sell-off of UK investments by retail traders, and the recent strength of the dollar and historic underperformance…
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Short-term fixed bond rates challenge savers year-on-year
Savers investing for longer are finally being rewarded with higher returns as the average five-year fixed bond noted its biggest rise in…
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UK interest rates cut to 4.5% as expected – but should we be worried about economic growth? Industry reaction
In a widely anticipated decision, the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced a reduction in the UK’s key interest…
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AXA IM – Green bonds set to break new records in 2025 as net zero demand remains massive
Written by Johann Plé, Senior Portfolio Manager at AXA IM The green bond market is poised to break new records in 2025…
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Moneyfacts assess how interest rates have been impacting mortgage and savings rates
Fixed rate mortgages are on the rise, despite Bank of England base rate cuts in 2024, and savers are under threat. Moneyfactscompare.co.uk has analysed…
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Ten key focus areas for UK-regulated financial services in 2025
As 2025 begins, global law firm Latham & Watkins has published a comprehensive report identifying 10 critical focus areas for UK-regulated financial…
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How to navigate market challenges and opportunities in 2025
As we embark on 2025, “cautious optimism should be the mantra for this year,” advises Tom Stevenson, investment director at Fidelity International.…
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