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In this Market Commentary, we review the UK's latest economic outlook, including a downgrade to growth forecasts, a slight contraction in GDP and signs of a cooling job market. We also explore easing inflation, the Bank of England's decision to hold interest rates, and weaker retail sales heading into the end of the year.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves recently unveiled her Autumn Budget. We provide an overview of the key points announced in this article.

Building the right investment mix takes more than luck. Learn how different investment vehicles work, when to use them and how to shape a portfolio built for you.

In this month's Market Commentary, we explore the UK's return to modest growth, with GDP rising by 0.1% in August and business conditions showing signs of improvement. We also review inflation holding steady at 3.8%, the growing likelihood of an interest rate cut, and the Chancellor's challenges ahead of the Autumn Budget. Plus, we take a look at another strong month for retail sales and a positive performance across global markets, driven by a US-China trade truce and strong tech earnings.

Passing on your wealth takes more than good intentions, it takes planning. Explore how to protect your estate, cut inheritance tax, and secure your family’s future.

Learn how to manage investment risk in 2025 with smart strategies to protect and balance your portfolio.

Learn how to choose a realistic interest rate for your 2025 retirement plan, with expert guidance, examples, and key return assumptions.

This article explains how to choose a realistic growth rate for your retirement savings by considering risk tolerance, time horizon and investment mix, helping you build a flexible plan that supports your long-term goals.

In this Market Commentary, we examine inflation remaining at an 18-month high, the Bank of England's decision to hold interest rates at 4.0%, and signs of weakening economic growth momentum. We also explore the cooling jobs market, retail sales performance, and positive movements across UK and global markets in September.