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2024 has been called “the year of elections” with an estimated 2 billion people around the world heading to the polls. Voters in the UK will have their say on [...]

Interest rates and inflation continued to affect markets around the world in April 2024. Read on to find out what else may have affected investment markets and your portfolio in [...]

If someone in the world of finance asks for your “number”, the chances are it’s not your mobile digits they are after. Rather, they are likely referring to the amount [...]

You may have come across the term “asset class” when reviewing your finances or investing, but what does it mean? And which asset class suits your goals?  In finance, asset [...]

There are now more chances to win through Premium Bonds as the prize rate reaches a 15-year high. So, what are your odds of becoming a millionaire overnight and are [...]

Rishi Sunak is reportedly drawing up plans to provide a “midlife MOT” to assess the financial health of workers and retirees. Taking stock of your finances in your 40s and [...]

ISAs are a vital part of effective financial planning for many people. According to official statistics, around 12 million adults deposited money in an ISA during 2020/21.  Around 66% of [...]

Tax relief could boost your pension and mean you have more financial freedom in retirement. Yet it’s something that you may overlook when reviewing your pension, as analysis suggests that [...]

he latest figures suggest that thousands of retired people are returning to work. If you’re thinking about doing the same, you need to be aware of the Money Purchase Annual [...]

While many tax allowances haven’t fallen, they haven’t increased in line with inflation either. In real terms, that means they’re less valuable than they once were. It could affect your [...]