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All the winners and losers from the 2024 Spring Budget

Published: March 6, 2024 by Jennifer Armstrong

With one eye on a forthcoming general election, the chancellor has announced a Budget aimed at generating long-term growth, with “more investment, more jobs, better public services and lower taxes”. While the headlines will inevitably focus on Jeremy Hunt’s cut … Continue reading

Your Spring Budget update – the key news from the chancellor’s statement

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

The 2024/25 tax year is just a month away, and chancellor Jeremy Hunt has delivered his 2024 Spring Budget, outlining the government’s plans for the next fiscal year and beyond. With a general election looming – prime minister Rishi Sunak … Continue reading

Investment market update: January 2024

Published: February 6, 2024 by Jennifer Armstrong

While a new year started, many of the key factors affecting economies and markets in January were the same as those in 2023, namely high levels of inflation and recession fears. The World Bank warned the global economy is set … Continue reading

Mortgage availability is rising. Here’s what to consider when narrowing down your options

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

If you’re searching for a new mortgage, you could have more options than you expect. While it may present an opportunity to secure a competitive deal, it might also be overwhelming. Read on to find out how you could effectively … Continue reading

Investors are turning to government bonds. Here’s what you need to know

Published: by Jennifer Armstrong

Rising interest rates have led to government bond yields climbing. It’s made them more attractive to some investors and could provide a way to grow your wealth too. According to figures in FTAdviser, investors pumped £18.6 billion into UK and … Continue reading