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Retail investors - 2026 Behavioural science report
26 March 2026
Financial advice gives people the support and reassurance to invest, but what about the 92% of people who don’t receive advice1?
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Owners urged to review holiday lets as tax changes bite
19 March 2026
As the 2025/26 tax year-end approaches, investors are being encouraged to review their property tax arrangements to check if their financial plans are still on track.
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The Strait of Hormuz - why does it matter?
11 March 2026
“It might be a small stretch of water, but the Strait of Hormuz is something rarely far from the minds of anyone who follows geo-economics. The speed at which tanker traffic has halted and translated into supply bottleneck concerns goes to show its importance to energy markets.” – Hetal Mehta, Chief Economist, St James’s Place.
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Emerging markets – the next generation…
10 March 2026
After years in the doldrums, 2025 was a standout year for emerging market equities. 2026 has started in a similar vein, with some markets in Asia delivering double digit returns so far. What is driving this reversal in fortunes?
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WeekWatch - 23/02/2026
23 February 2026
It was a twin speed US market last week, relatively subdued until the news on Friday that the US Supreme Court had ruled President Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariffs illegal.
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2026 – the Year of the Horse and China’s two-speed system
18 February 2026
Chinese New Year, the most significant annual holiday for the approximately 1.5 billion Chinese worldwide, began this week. Also known as Lunar New Year, it follows the phases of the moon. In contrast, the western calendar tracks the orbit of the sun. This is why the date varies year to year but usually falls between 21 January – 20 February.
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Ageing Asia - a widening demographic problem?
12 February 2026
Shifting demographics across parts of Asia could spell future problems for the growth of many of these economies and their financial markets. Widespread declines in the average birth rate in countries such as China and Japan can affect economic growth by reducing the pool of available workers. This can then push up spending and borrowing costs for governments. Yet these changing demographics can also shape the nature of opportunities, such as which sectors step up to lead the way. We take a closer look.
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Time to Talk Day – why talking could improve financial wellbeing
5 February 2026
Today marks Time to Talk Day, when people are encouraged to speak openly about their mental health with friends and family, helping to break down the stigma around mental health issues.
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Getting a divorce - five financial tips to help you through the process
28 January 2026
Going through a divorce is usually an emotionally difficult time but it also has ongoing financial implications. Amid the transition, it can be easy to overlook some important steps that might shape your financial future. We look at five key areas to help keep your finances on track for the long term.
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How to avoid inheritance tax traps
22 January 2026
Leaving a decent inheritance for your loved ones can be life changing. But navigating inheritance tax rules and estate planning is often tricky. Here are five inheritance tax traps to avoid, so you can leave more of your wealth to your family.
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Planning for retirement in uncertain times
20 January 2026
In an increasingly volatile world, what do market ups and downs mean for those investing for their retirement?
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Is the UK stock market striking back?
13 January 2026
With the UK stock market ending 2025 on close to a record high - and entering 2026 on a similarly strong note - can UK investors look forward to a more positive outlook this year?
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