Insights

Many clients hesitate to invest. They have often realised the reasons why, but want to hold back given we live in uncertain times. Rebecca Cretney highlights the points she raises in her conversations, as well as the advantages and disadvantages for the options to be considered.

The week of 11 October saw inflation increase higher than had been expected in the US and raised the prospects of action by the Federal Reserve in its November meeting. Meanwhile, growth forecasts for developed markets were cut slightly as supply chain issues continue.

During September, the economic and corporate environment remained positive, however some equity sectors are beginning to look fully valued.

The UK has increased the contactless payment limit to £100 – should this be cause for concern?

The week of 4 October saw persistent inflation amid signs of slowing economic growth, with fears of stagflation stoked. While the US announced a disappointing new job number for September, but a fall in unemployment.

With the opportunity to work from home, with only occasional trips to the office, more people have looked to move out of London. But what locations are on their list? David Haynes flags the reasons many might choose the Channel Islands, and some aspects of a move that people should be conscious of.

The week of 27 September saw inflation data in Europe surprising on the upside on the back of surging energy prices and ongoing global supply issues. It comes as central banks signal that interest rate increases are more likely sooner.

As the number of people and timelines in retirement grows, how can we ensure that the funds we have accumulated in investments, pensions and savings will cover us to the end of our days in decumulation, even if we won’t give up work?

The week of 20 September saw some signs of a deceleration in the growth momentum across both Europe and the US, as supply chain issues continued to limit the goods and services available to meet surging post-pandemic demand.