Research published in April 2025 by the FTAdviser suggests that impact investment portfolios could be well-positioned to defy recessions. Read on to find out what impact investing is, and which characteristics could help deliver long-term returns. Impact investing aims to generate a positive social and environmental impact While impact investors still seek to secure a…
After more than five decades at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, legendary investor Warren Buffett has announced he’s retiring at the age of 94. He’s credited with turning the failing textile maker into a successful holding company. In May 2025, the BBC estimated Berkshire Hathaway was worth $1.16 trillion (£870 billion). Considered by many to…
In April 2028, the age you can usually access your pension, known as the “normal minimum pension age” (NMPA), will rise from 55 to 57. So, if you hope to retire at 55, you might need to update your retirement plan. Even if your planned retirement date seems far away, creating a plan now could…
Trade tariffs continued to affect investment markets in June 2025, though uncertainty did start to ease. However, rising tensions in the Middle East may have affected the performance of your investments. Read on to find out more. Remember, it’s often wise to take a long-term view of your investments when reviewing returns, rather than focusing…
Recent changes announced by the government to the state pension will result in nearly six million people currently in their forties having to wait longer until they can retire. This is a development which has raised concerns over the dependability of the state pension. For many, the State Pension makes up the lion’s share of…
A recent study has revealed that people who seek financial advice from an independent financial adviser (IFA) are on average £40,000 better off than those who don’t. The Research The research has come from leading think-tank the International Longevity Centre. They stated that both the ‘affluent’ group – wealthier people more likely to own their…
