Commentary and Updates
From our regular market commentary to our expert breakdowns of government budgets and statements, here’s where you can stay up to date with all the latest financial developments.
Merry Christmas! Our 2024 Highlights
As we approach the end of the calendar year and look ahead to spending time with family and friends over Christmas, we first would like to take some time to share our highlights of 2024 with you.
Budget 2024: Pensions Under Fire in Labour’s IHT Overhaul
As the dust settles on the first Labour budget since 2010, it is apparent that the Labour government’s tax increases will be far reaching.
Trump’s Victory and Labour’s Budget: Quarterly Market Update Q4 2024
Many of the key macroeconomic events on our radar for 2024 have now unfolded: the results of the US Presidential election were called quickly in favour of Donald Trump, and Labour’s ‘book balanced budget’ (with lots of spending promises) helped boost market sentiment, there is a lot to digest.
Pensions, IHT, CGT, and NICs: Labour’s £40bn Tax Raid
Labour’s long awaited autumn budget has been delivered. Whilst we continue to dig into the detail and do our research, in this update we cover our initial thoughts on yesterday’s £40bn tax raising budget: the rabbits out of the hat and the ghouls in the closet, and, of course, what it means for your finances.
The US Presidential Election: How does it work?
With the US election just around the corner, Hannah is joined by Dr. Scott Osborne to break down what you need to know, what impact it may have on the VT Astute funds, and whether it really matters who wins.
Astute Fund Overview – October 2024
Welcome to the latest Astute Fund Overview. This is our opportunity to share with you how the latest market moves, and economic events relate to our outlook, and also to the positioning the VT Astute funds.
What Could Labour’s Budget Mean for Your Money?
The new Labour government isn’t wasting any time. October’s budget could bring some major changes. What could be at risk? Let’s explore the possibilities.
Base Rate Held at 5.00% as Inflation Hugs Its Target
Many key markets sit close to the levels at the start of the month, despite an early September dip followed by a steady recovery.
August Volatility: The Perfect Storm and the Steady Recovery
As we approach the end of summer, we find ourselves in that quieter time of year for many businesses, and typically for markets too. Whilst the sunny August Bank Holiday gave the London Stock Exchange a break from trading, we’ve had a strong reminder that market dynamics don’t take holidays, even when many of us do.
Prepared to Retire but Choosing to Work – Insightful Planning with Astute
Hello, and welcome to the latest Insightful Planning with Astute video. I’m Stephen Spencer, a Financial Planner here at Astute Private Wealth, and I’m here to show you how I worked with a client to help him achieve his goals.
Has the War on Inflation Finally Been Won? – Q3 2024 Quarterly Market Update
Hannah Kennedy is joined by Dr. Scott Osborne to discuss the recent US and UK elections, including the surprising developments in both regions: the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, Joe Biden stepping aside to make way for Kamala Harris, and the UK election being called in July.
Political Surprises and Small and Mid-Cap Stock Surge – Astute Market Overview
So much has happened since our last overview, it is difficult to know where to begin! We discuss the US election, UK Budget, and look ahead to what could come next.