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Richard Hitchell
Apr 12, 20233 min
3 important reasons for staying invested through market downturns
It’s been a difficult year for investors so far. Inflation and political uncertainty have led to market volatility. Market volatility can...
Richard Hitchell
Apr 3, 20233 min
April 2023 | Market update
Stock markets bounce back after banking turmoil Stocks rebounded after the US government said it would protect people’s deposits...
Richard Hitchell
Mar 15, 20232 min
Spring Budget 2023 - Key Points
According to the Office for Budget Responsibility the UK is expected to avoid a technical recession in 2023. Office for Budget...
Richard Hitchell
Mar 13, 20233 min
Make the most of your tax wrappers
It’s a good idea to know how your investments are taxed when selling them. Here are some of the ways you can organise your assets to make...
Richard Hitchell
Mar 3, 20232 min
March 2023 | Market update
High inflation keeps pressure on Fed to hike interest rates The US central bank said interest rates may need to move to a higher level...
Richard Hitchell
Feb 22, 20233 min
Investing or saving?
Saving money is a great way to prepare for unexpected expenses and investing your money can have the potential for higher growth than...
Richard Hitchell
Feb 6, 20232 min
February 2023 | Market update
Renewed hopes for the new year Further falls in the rate of inflation and China’s decision to relax its Covid restrictions lifted the...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 30, 20231 min
Omnis 2023 Investment Outlook
The Omnis’ 2023 Investment Outlook is now available. Following what has been one of the most challenging years for investors, the focus...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 23, 20232 min
Omnis Investment Perspective | A better year ahead for gilts
With a recession looming, UK government bonds (gilts) should deliver positive returns in 2023 following a challenging year of...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 11, 20232 min
Key Dates For Your Finances 2023
As we say goodbye to 2022 and welcome 2023, now’s the perfect time to make sure you’re fully prepared for the financial year ahead. To...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 9, 20232 min
January 2023 | Market update
Inflation begins to cool as rates continue to rise Central banks continued to increase interest rates although there were encouraging...
Richard Hitchell
Jan 4, 20233 min
Are you making the most of your ISAs?
You are unable to carry any unused allowances over into the 2023-2024 tax year. If you are unsure on what ISAs are available to you and...
Richard Hitchell
Dec 2, 20222 min
December 2022 | Market update
Global inflation may be peaking at last Despite the days becoming shorter, there was some brighter news for markets in November. The...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 17, 20222 min
Autumn Statement 2022 Key Points
The OBR forecast inflation to be 9.1% this year, and 7.4% next year. The top rate of tax for the highest earners will be brought down...
Richard Hitchell
Nov 4, 20222 min
November 2022 | Market update
Economic growth forecasts downgraded Following forecasts that economic growth is likely to slow, financial markets rallied on hopes of an...
Richard Hitchell
Oct 24, 20224 min
What the recent Growth Plan and Government U-turns mean for you and your finances
Now that the dust has started to settle, what do the recent announcements, and U-turns, mean for you and your finances? What is still...
Richard Hitchell
Oct 19, 20221 min
Emergency Statement on Mini-Budget
In the mini-budget the basic rate of income tax was cut to 19% from April 2023. The chancellor has scrapped these plans and it will...
Richard Hitchell
Oct 5, 20223 min
October 2022 | Market update
Contending with concerns over inflation and energy Markets continued to waver in September amid recession worries and falling consumer...
Richard Hitchell
Oct 3, 20223 min
Investment strategies as you approach retirement
It’s usually a good idea to start reducing the risk of your pension fund as you approach retirement. But it’s important to strike the...
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