Aim, the lightly-regulated junior share market in Britain, has encountered significant difficulties over the past weeks, impacting its 700 listed companies. A looming budget decision next week by Rachel Reeves raises concerns that the inheritance tax exemption, which currently incentivizes Aim stock ownership, could be eliminated. However, the challenges for Aim extend beyond potential tax…

A diverse coalition comprising economists, climate advocates, and affluent individuals has appealed to Rachel Reeves to implement a wealth tax in her upcoming budget, which could potentially generate upwards of £100 billion. In an open correspondence addressed to the chancellor, this group emphasized the importance of a wealth tax to «ensure that the richest members…

As the first Labour budget in 14 years approaches, speculation is rife about how Chancellor Rachel Reeves will address the reported £40 billion shortfall in public finances. Among the voices in the discussion is Martin Lewis, a prominent personal finance advocate and founder of MoneySavingExpert. Lewis has had direct conversations with the chancellor and penned…

Insurers and wealth management firms are experiencing new challenges in the rollout of pension dashboards, as the government has decided to prioritize the launch of its own MoneyHelper service. Private sector stakeholders have voiced their dissatisfaction following statements from Emma Reynolds, the pensions minister, indicating that the state-backed Money & Pensions Service (Maps) will be…

The Labour government is poised to discontinue the «British Isa» initiative originally proposed by the Conservative administration, which aimed to enhance investments in UK shares. Reports indicate that the Labour Party has decided against proceeding with the scheme, citing concerns that it could complicate the existing market for individual savings accounts rather than effectively promoting…

Nearly a third of businesses in the UK are advocating for government action to ease Brexit-related regulations and streamline trade processes. A recent survey conducted by Santander revealed that around 74 percent of businesses hold a positive outlook on growth over the next three years, with 36 percent expressing a «very confident» stance compared to…

The recent surge in inflation has disproportionately impacted renters, mortgagors, and workers compared to homeowners without mortgages and retirees, underscoring the financial pressures faced by younger generations amid the current cost of living crisis. According to data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), private renters faced an inflation rate of 3.2 percent and those…

Equity release loans provide a pathway for homeowners over the age of 55 to access their home’s equity without having to relocate. This financial arrangement is typically settled upon the homeowner’s death or when they enter long-term care. As such, relatives who may inherit the property might wonder whether they should have a say in…

The Labour Party has unveiled an ambitious 149-page Employment Rights Bill, described as the most significant reform to workers’ rights in many years. Angela Rayner, currently serving as deputy prime minister, alongside Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds, asserted that the new legislation aims to create job opportunities that ensure security, fairness for workers, and a livable…