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Autumn Budget 2026 highlights

Posted 3 days ago

News in Review Autumn Budget 2026 at a glance Following Chancellor John Healey’s first Budget today, I wanted to share a quick overview of the key announcements that may be of interest.

Your news in review - 25th Sep 26

Posted 37 days ago

News in Review Understanding trusts: a guide to the basics With upcoming changes to pensions and inheritance tax (IHT) due to take effect from April 2027, you may be thinking more about how your wealth could be passed on to future generations.

Your news in review - 28th Aug 26

Posted 2 months ago

News in Review Government bond markets were a key focus for investors as share markets came under pressure. Bond yields, which represent the return investors receive from holding government bonds, rose sharply last week.

Your news in review - 28th Jul 26

Posted 3 months ago

News in Review Markets have been relatively measured following Andy Burnham’s appointment as Prime Minister, although UK government bond yields initially rose and sterling dipped as investors assessed his early comments on fiscal policy.

Your news in review - 22nd May 26

Posted 5 months ago

News in Review Artificial Intelligence continues to drive positive market performance. US dollar strengthens whilst sterling weakens against the dollar and the euro amid continued geopolitical tensions. Gilt yields (the interest rate the UK government pays to borrow money) rose to their highest levels in decades, with the 30-year gilt reaching levels not seen since the late 1990s. This was partly driven by global factors, particularly higher energy prices linked to the Iran conflict.

Your news in review - 20th Mar 26

Posted 8 months ago

News in Review Iran conflict continues to drive market volatility. Strait of Hormuz closure intensifies global oil supply strain. Rising oil prices have pushed inflation expectations higher, meaning government bonds haven’t offered their usual protection for multi-asset investors.

War in Middle East Impact and Spring Statement update Rogerstone IFA

Posted 8 months ago

News in Review Middle East War: How does it impact finances? We were all no doubt shocked by the weekend’s events in the Middle East.

Your News in Review - 23rd Feb 26

Posted 8 months ago

News in Review Market update Bank of England hints at interest rate cuts: the vote earlier this month was closer than anticipated at 5-4, with four members calling for a 0.25% rate cut, as inflation risks have eased.

Your News in Review - 29th Jan 26

Posted 9 months ago

News in Review Market update Geopolitical developments added to market unease: President Trump’s interest in buying Greenland revived an issue that has previously tested relationships with US allies, while reports from Iran pointed to escalating unrest and ongoing protests.