Market review – October 2021
September was a month which saw a number of different factors at play, all of which caused concerns to the investment markets. In no particular order those concerns included: · Rising inflation; · Stuttering economic growth; · More hawkish rhetoric from central banks; · Energy prices rapidly increasing; and · The ongoing speculation around the... Read More »Relevant Life Policy: case study
We were approached by a company whose Managing Director was about to cease membership of their firm-wide Death-in-Service scheme. He had passed the retirement age of the scheme but was not intending on retiring. As he was not intending to retire, the company wanted to provide him with the same level of life cover... Read More »Market review – September 2021
As the US economy continues to recover at a pace quicker than the US Federal Reserve (Fed) expected, they have indicated they may begin reducing their stimulus packages sooner than previously anticipated. The minutes from the Fed’s July meeting, which were released in August, and Fed Chairs Jerome Powell’s annual speech at the Jackson Hole... Read More »The benefits of regular savings
The benefits of regular savings In the complex world of investment, timing appears to be crucial. However – unless you are gifted with foresight, and believe me very few investors are – you cannot predict what the stock market will do. This presents a problem for investors: not only to decide when to invest, but... Read More »
What the March 2021 Budget update means for you and your business
Robert Young, Hanover financial management, pensions and employee benefits specialist reflects on the latest budget update and dissects what they mean for individuals with businesses, pensions, savings and investments. State Pension Underpayments Just in advance of International Women’s Day on Monday 8 March, there is some good news for women from The Department for... Read More »
