Analysis

Best Practice | analysis 15 Aug 16

In the latest instalment of a focus on business transition principles, Mike Leeson takes a look at the pivotal role investment planning plays in helping to build a sustainable, centralised process.

Commodities | analysis 12 Aug 16

The first half of 2016 was the first time investment has been the largest component of gold demand for two consecutive quarters. Should this leave gold bugs feeling vindicated or afraid?

Life | analysis 10 Aug 16

The half year numbers out from three of the UK’s largest insurance companies over the past few days illustrate the increasing importance of backing the right asset management horse.

Best Practice | analysis 8 Aug 16

The imaginary Warrington family face further wealth and succession planning issues in this, the third article by Edward Stone, partner at Irwin Mitchell Private Wealth.

Macro Views | analysis 5 Aug 16

The ultra-loose monetary policy pursued by central banks since the financial crisis has implied an unprecedented fall in discount rates, which has led to a massive front-loading of returns: not only for bonds, but also for equities. Does this mean you should take your profit now and sell?