Smart Money Talks –Global Money Week
It’s Global Money Week (16 – 20 March) and this year’s theme is Smart Money Talks, encouraging families to talk openly about money
Wealth – In the news
Two news snippets about philanthropy becoming integral to wealth planning and the rise of IHT receipts.
International Women’s Day – closing the gender wealth gap
International Women’s Day on Sunday 8th March highlights continuing gender financial inequality
Kick off 2026 on top of your tax numbers
Start thinking about making the most of tax-efficient opportunities before the end of the 2025/26 tax year. Think about your pension, ISAs, CGT, Dividend Tax and gifting for IHT purposes.
‘Squeezed middle’ falling into ‘protection gap’
Many people in their 30s and 40s lack sufficient life cover, despite major financial responsibilities. With the right advice, protection is achievable, and essential, to ensure your loved ones are financially secure if the unexpected happens.
Healthy uptick in investing confidence
UK investor sentiment is rising, especially among younger adults eager to build wealth. With more turning to long-term investing, now’s the time to put plans into motion and make your money work harder.
Engaging with your pension – knowledge gaps revealed
Despite confidence in their pension knowledge, many UK adults remain unaware of key details, from scheme types to State Pension entitlements. Better understanding today leads to stronger decisions tomorrow. Don’t leave your future to chance.
Why ‘keep calm and carry on’ pays off for investors
Uncertainty can make investors hesitate, but long-term growth often comes from staying the course. History shows the best returns follow the worst days, so focus on your goals, not the headlines, and invest with confidence.
In the News – Money
UK dividend payouts are rebounding, with sectors like pharma and banking showing strength. Computershare upgraded its expectation for underlying growth to 1.8% on a constant currency basis, suggesting a total of £85.6bn in regular dividends for 2025. Meanwhile, holiday spending is booming as travellers boost their budgets post-pandemic.
Financial empowerment for retirement control
Financial empowerment starts with clarity and confidence around your pension. With many savers off track, now is the time to plan, contribute and take control of your retirement future – putting it off shouldn’t be an option for you.
