As the US Presidential elections draw closer, the contrast between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris has become increasingly clear. As such their opposing views and polices could carry very diverse outcomes for the world of finances and the markets.
As one of the World’s largest economies, the outcome of the US Presidential election is likely to have wider implications for global markets and international investors. When Americans go to the ballot box on Tuesday 5 November, they will be voting for two very contrasting Presidential hopefuls.
With the US Presidential election just days away, you may be wondering what the possible implications could be on the global political dynamics and the wider financial markets. As a leading world-influence, how might the outcome of the elections affect the international financial landscape?
In this month’s commentary our Chief Economist, Colin Warren, looks at the prospects for the Chinese economy and equity markets following the recent announcements of coordinated stimulus measures from Beijing.
It’s said that Inheritance Tax (IHT) is the most unpopular tax of all. Yet if you thought the tax is just for the rich and famous, you may need to think again, as your estate may be more exposed to it than you might think.
All too often people die without a will in place, which means their estate cannot be passed to the people they would want it to. Worse still, if no one can be found, the estate could even go to the Treasury. The reason for this is that an estate without a will becomes subject to ‘intestacy rules’. As such, the assets within that estate have to be distributed in a specific way, which may bypass the individuals the deceased would want to receive them. Read on to learn more about intestacy rules, and why they could jeopardise the financial security of those closest to you.
With speculation that the Government could be planning a major tax grab to replenish the nation’s coffers, it’s no surprise that some are calling October’s Autumn Statement the ‘Halloween horror’ budget. It’s not all doom and gloom though, as an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) could help you prepare financially for any announcement that’s made on the day.
Big hearted staff at AFH Wealth Management have smashed their target of raising £24,000 for the Motor Neurone Disease Association (MNDA) three months early – and they won’t be taking the pedal off the metal anytime soon!
In this month’s commentary our Chief Economist, Colin Warren, looks at some of the major policy proposals of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris, and evaluates their potential economic and financial market impacts.
