Coronavirus and the markets
In recent weeks, the coronavirus has never been far from the headlines. At the start of March, there were more than 87,000 confirmed cases of Covid-19 with almost 3,000 deaths. While the vast majority of the cases and fatalities have been in mainland China, the virus has now spread to more than 60 countries. One
Investment market update: February 2020
Throughout February there was one key global headline that had an impact on stocks, the coronavirus. What began in China a couple of months ago has spread across the world, including Europe, by the end of February. The International Air Transport Association has already warned that the virus could cost the industry nearly $30 trillion.
Financial planning: Why do you need to revisit your plan?
Financial planning is essential at all stages of life. Speaking to an adviser can help you focus on your financial goals and give you the means to achieve them. But the hard work doesn’t stop once the plan is in place. It’s just as essential that you revisit your plan, and that you do so
How using a trust could save UK families £300 million each year
Back in 2017, more than 35,000 term life insurance policies paid out an average of more than £78,000. Nearly every claim was paid (98%) and tens of thousands of families/beneficiaries were supported following an unexpected bereavement, to the tune of £2.79 billion. However, HM Revenue and Customs figures from the same tax year (2016/17) show
Silver start-ups: 6 reasons to embrace your entrepreneurial spirit in retirement
When you picture your retirement, what do you imagine? For some, it may be relaxing on holiday or spending more time with loved ones. But more retirees are choosing this time to launch a business. Whilst retirement may have once been exclusively been associated with putting your feet up and unwinding. Today, it’s a milestone
