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The week of 13 June saw global stocks suffer their worst fall since the start of the pandemic, as investors reacted to further interest rate rises from central banks and fears of an economic slowdown.

The week of 6 June saw the release of higher than expected inflation figures in the US, prompting increased expectations of more aggressive interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve.

May was another volatile month for markets as ongoing concerns over high inflation, tightening monetary policy and slowing global growth affected the outlook.

As we celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, we look back at how life has changed for women financially since 1952 and how changes in women’s rights may have helped her control more of her own affairs – unique as they are.

The week of 23 May saw continued volatility in markets led by the news flow and relatively short-term sentiment, with increasing concerns that global growth is faltering.

We’ve won the award for Total Wealth Planning – High Net Worth at the 2022 PAM Awards, which were held at the Royal Lancaster Hotel in London.

The week of 16 May saw continued volatility in markets as high inflation, fears over central bank tightening and slowing economic growth dominated the news flow. While in the background, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and the global effects of China’s zero-covid policy added to the uncertainty.

Leading a discussion group at the recent FundsForum conference, Tom Caddick explains how he believes the industry can help increase the credibility of environmental, social and governance (ESG) investing.