New tax year: maximising opportunities at every life stage

At a glance Household finances continue to be squeezed in 2026. With income tax thresholds frozen until at least 2031, more taxpayers are being pulled into higher tax bands. Plus, years of high inflation have compounded the problem as rising prices mean less disposable...

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By Matthew Forbes
17 April 2026

What might stagflation mean for you?

At a glance Rising inflation and weak growth have left economists fearing the spectre of stagflation could rise again....

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By Matthew Forbes
17 April 2026

Is all that glitters fool’s gold?At a glance

At a glance After two years of rapid price increases, the conflict in Iran has seen gold prices fall...

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By Matthew Forbes
17 April 2026

New tax year: Round-up of rate and allowance changes

At a glance The new tax year (2026/27) began on 6 April. Updated tax rates and allowances have been...

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By Matthew Forbes
17 April 2026

Can a trust help protect your estate?

At a glance Trusts are increasingly used in the UK as a strategy to manage inheritance tax (IHT) liabilities,...

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By Matthew Forbes