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As the US 10 year treasury yield tips over the symbolic 3% mark, it may mark the end of the ‘TINA’ trade (‘There Is No Alternative’). Investors that have gravitated to stock markets as bond yields dipped now have a broader range of options, par
After a brief recovery, stock market volatility has returned since the start of April. Market sentiment remains dominated by the war in Ukraine, with its knock-on effects seen in soaring inflation and weakening economic data. However, while a r
It is important for businesses to have a strong tax risk management framework, as this should lead to a good relationship with HMRC and fewer HMRC enquiries. Before a business receives an enquiry letter, HMRC will probably have conducted a risk
While the Ukraine crisis has undoubtedly destabilised markets, they were already fragile. Inflation has been the key driver for this uncertainty, with CPI in the US tipping over 7%. For the first time in 40 years, investors need to contend with
The tax year end is approaching on 5th April. In this episode we discuss what you can do ahead of the year end to put you in the best tax and financial position. Episode overview:Consider making tax-free investments through National Savings or
Markets have had a volatile start to the year, with particular weakness from the technology sector. The immediate catalyst appears to have been the hawkish minutes from the most recent FOMC meeting, which raised expectations of faster and steep
Last year was a story of big numbers: seven billion vaccines delivered; a further $9 trillion in stimulus and global growth at an impressive 5.9%. This helped add $13 trillion to the value of global stock markets. However, this growth came with
In this episode, Ami Jack Head of National Tax talks to by David Yewdall, from our Employer Solutions team and Clare Halligan, from our tax disputes and resolution team on HMRC enquiries into Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme claims.HMRC has est
As the global economy moves back to pre-pandemic levels and inflation accelerates, central bankers are under increasing pressure to reverse easy monetary policy. Central banks in South Africa, Russia, New Zealand and Mexico have already raised
Soaring global energy prices have contributed to inflationary pressures, while economic growth has lost momentum. This has created fears of stagflation. This would be tough for stock markets, but is still only an outside possibility. Stagflati
The Autumn Budget has maintained a relatively steady ship, with no major announcements in several tax areas. Focus remains on keeping the UK a competitive place for business and encouraging innovation to lead to economic growth.In today’s speci
Economic recovery and inflation are increasingly being shaped by supply-chain issues: notably labour shortages and production bottlenecks. Manufacturers say a lack of equipment and materials are limiting production, while transport costs have s
In this episode, Ami Jack Head of National Tax and Susan Roller a Partner in our Private Client Tax team discuss offshore companies owning UK residential properties and key considerations you need to be aware of, including those arising as a re
As Ghandi once said ‘The future depends on what we do in the present’. In today’s episode we discuss how best to get your affairs in order for when the inevitable happens. A big part of that is making a will but there’s other things to consider
Once President Nixon had abandoned the gold standard, the US could expand its money supply without being constrained by its holdings of bullion. This made it easier to issue debt to finance growth. This ability has been important in supporting
In this introductory episode on transferring wealth, we touch on main issues families are facing and questions you should start thinking about to help you plan.When we refer to ‘wealth transfer’, we are referring to wealth cascading from the ol
Bond and equity markets are telling a different story about the global growth outlook: equity markets have rallied significantly since the start of the year, while treasury yields have trended lower. Both markets can’t be right.*We are sticking
Crytposassets have dominated the headlines for a while. The FCA have also recently published a research note that estimated 2.3 million people now hold cryptoassets in the UK. Despite this increase, they also suggest that the level of understan
In this episode Anne McClean and Dougie Cameron chat about the annual tapered allowance, as well as the annual allowance limits that can be saved into a pension each year, and the ability to carry forward unused annual allowance from the previo
In this episode we’ll be looking at why equities could win out over bonds in the second half of 2021.Investors are heading into the second half of 2021 in a buoyant mood after an encouraging first half of the year for markets, supported by acco
Whether or not it is practical for a business to have employees working overseas will depend on the business, but there are some benefits. In this episode on global mobility, we discuss key considerations businesses need to be thinking about.Th
What do you need to be thinking about when you’re approaching retirement? In this episode Anne & Dougie discuss retirement planning and how peace of mind can be achieved.Topics covered in this episode: pension contributions, rental income, mort
In this episode we’ll be looking at the recent volatility in stock markets and whether concerns on inflation are justified.Markets were spooked by concerns of a stagflation environment of high inflation and low growth. This followed higher-than
Throughout this episode, Julia and Anthony describe some of the key changes to capital gains tax and inheritance tax that have been proposed by various bodies such as the Office of Tax Simplification, and explore how this could potentially impa
In this episode we will be discussing capital allowances, in particular the super deduction.As an incentive to encourage and accelerate capital investment and drive growth, the Government announced a series of generous capital allowances measur
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