In this month’s commentary our Chief Economist, Colin Warren, looks at some of the factors behind the UK economy’s poor performance in recent years and the prospects for a pick-up in growth after the forthcoming election.
As June is the month of Pride, which celebrates acceptance and progress for people in the community, it is important to recognise the progress Britain has made towards equality. That said, it’s also important to understand that there is still some way to go.
With the 2024 General Election taking place on Thursday 4 July, you may be feeling overwhelmed with all the media coverage of the main parties’ key pledges. If so, read our easy-to-understand summary of some of the key manifesto pledges for taxation, pensions, housing and social care.
The death of England and Leeds Rhinos rugby player earlier this year, Rob Burrow, highlighted the impact motor neurone disease (MND) can have on those living with the condition which affects the brain and nerves, resulting in the body becoming weaker and weaker over time. Rob was diagnosed with MND in 2019 and was later awarded an MBE in 2021 for the campaign work he did calling for more research into the condition and improved care for those living with it.
With the Euros on the horizon, we’ve explored the important lessons about financial planning that the European tournament. Read on to discover five powerful insights that the championships could teach you about financial planning.
In this month’s commentary our Chief Economist, Colin Warren, looks at some of the possible implications of a future Labour government for investors in UK bond and equity markets.
As this is Dying Matters week (6-12 May 2024), which promotes talking to family and friends about your wishes when you pass away, read our latest blog to discover four important topics you should consider before discussing your wishes with those closest to you.
Dying Matters Week is an opportunity to promote open and honest conversations about end-of-life matters with loved ones. Sometimes when it comes to family, the most important conversations are often the ones had least, such as what will happen when you’re no longer here. This is a situation that AFH adviser Mark Sidaway experienced when the husband of one of his clients passed away.
These are deep-rooted beliefs and processes that humans use when making complex decisions, which could include your investments. What you may not realise though, is that if you let these biases control your decision-making process, they could result in you making choices that you later regret. So, with this in mind, read our latest post to discover five powerful biases that you need to avoid, and why falling foul of them could cost you dearly.
