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19 April 2024

We have some exciting news to share with you all...                 View this email in your browser Dear *|FNAME|* I have pleasure in announcing…

15 April 2024

US rate cuts seem to being kicked down the road this year. The US economy is in very good shape and inflation remains sticky. What has it meant for risk…

1 April 2024

The Budget - has the chancellor given enough to stop the likelihood of a Labour government? We look at what the budget means for investors...     *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   View…

19 March 2024

Markets still in recovery mode but as we begin to see how both the US and UK elections might look like, can markets continue on this trajectory? View this email…

4 March 2024

We take a look at the importance of retirement planning as well as the end of the bear market....   *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   View this email in your browser The Importance…

15 February 2024

February has seen a recovery from the lows of early January. Technology continues to power on despite a likely delay in rate cuts across the developed world...   *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*  …

1 February 2024

We take a look at investing in a Central Bank and why you are more likely to being crushed by a vending machine than winning the lottery! *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   View…

15 January 2024

Markets began January with a recheck, given how markets rallied in the last few months of 2023. We take a look at why predictions are counterproductive and how 2024 will…

2 January 2024

Happy New Year to all! We take a look back at 2023, as well as some financial new years resolutions you may want to take up...     *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*  …

15 December 2023

A positive year despite uncertainties. What can 2024 bring? We are not in the area of predictions, but some significant signs that the worst can be left behind us...  …

1 December 2023

We look at how far US equities have come during 2023, but is it all companies, or just a very few!? *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   View this email in your browser Clear…

24 November 2023

This month Anna Griffiths our Technical Manager provides the key points on this years autumn Statement. High inflation has had a benefit on tax receipts for the UK Government. As…

15 November 2023

November has begun particularly positive for equities and bonds given rates across the developed world have reached their peak... *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* View this email in your browser Dear *|FNAME|* UK inflation fell…

1 November 2023

We take a look at cash versus investing. It may seem that cash is offering good value but it is guaranteed not to beat inflation! We also take a look…

16 October 2023

How has the recent situation in Gaza and Israel affected markets, and despite the UK economy growing in August the likelihood of a recession grows... *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   View this email…

1 October 2023

This month we look at the huge benefits of saving regularly along with the rise of financial scams and how best to protect yourself... *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*   View this email in…

15 September 2023

15 years since the Great Recession and how are still feeling the effects of this in some form. India now seems the supply chain solution to China's flagging economy... Dear *|FNAME|*…

1 September 2023

We look at the global phenomenon that is Coca Cola, how the UK continues to be a core global financial centre and how "middle America" needs rebuilding. *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*    …

21 August 2023

We take a look at recent data suggesting that the cost of living is starting to hit home, and house prices continue to fall.... View this email in your browser…

2 August 2023

How do we search for a financial planner? What are the key metrics we have making these decisions AND we discuss the price of chocolate!   *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* View this email…

15 July 2023

US inflation seems to be moving in the right direction and has given markets some confidence. China has lagged so far in 2023, but there are plenty of reasons to…

2 July 2023

How can we strategise for an extended lifespan? We examine our perceptions of potential premature mortality, which can strongly impact our savings.           Pensions Savings and…

15 June 2023

  Are we in a US bull market? The S&P 500 is made up of the largest 500 companies in the US. Looking at the gains made so far this…

2 June 2023

    Royal Ascension (of prices) Seventy years on from the crowning of Queen Elizabeth II, Charles III, her son, is starting a reign that looks far different to the…

15 May 2023

The Bank of England raises interest rates for the twelfth consecutive month amid concerns over stickier inflation and we remain optimistic on China, despite a rather sluggish reopening...

14 May 2023

We look at how the brain works and how cash has finally become more attractive after years of ultra low interest rates...

17 April 2023

Attention has been on the banking sector after the SVB failing and the issues around Credit Suisse. Can we still remain optimistic for returns for 2023?

17 April 2023

We discuss the recent budget and what this means around tax and pension contributions. We also have a representative running in this years' London marathon! You can find further details…

21 March 2023

Louis Greening, our Investment Specialist at Clear, talks about the recent turmoil in Swiss Bank Credit Suisse and the possible repercussions on the wider banking sector

28 February 2023

As we get closer to tax year end, we highlight the recent changes brought in by Government.

22 February 2023

The 2023 recovery kicks in!

22 February 2023

Workplace pensions and the pitfalls of stock trading!

3 January 2023

Can we see a ray of sunshine for 2023?

3 January 2023

Inflation, currency and new years resolutions...

21 December 2022

50 basis points rate hike...

14 December 2022

This month we look at the changes around state pensions and are we looking at some real value in Annuities?     

28 November 2022

What are markets factoring in now and the UK now officially in recession...

16 November 2022

A strong month for risk assets as US inflation came in lower than expected. Are we finally seeing a normalisation of inflation?

16 November 2022

This month cash is a hot topic of conversation. Are we seeing the return of cash as a credible investment? 

3 October 2022

This months newsletter looks at the volatility in Sterling and the opportunities in Enterprise Investment Schemes.

27 September 2022

This Bi-Weekly Performance update provides further clarity on the current macro environment

7 September 2022

This months newsletter gives an insight into the Inheritance Tax Windfall for the UK Government, the emotional ups and downs of investing and the bizarre world of crypto... Click here

4 August 2022

Clear Financial Advice and Clear Minds are now sponsoring a young professional jockey, Joshua Bryan. Josh is a very talented flat jockey who won the prestigious John Smiths Cup for…

16 February 2021

Most of us are likely to have paid into more than just one defined contribution pension pot if you have had more than one job. This means there is considerable demand for…

1 February 2021

Over the last month, clients have been feeding back on how we've done in the last year and we'd just like to first take the time to thank every one…

29 September 2020

Why do some of the highest earners finish their careers with little to show for it...? One hypothesis is that the skills required to generate high incomes differ from those…

26 September 2020

However, starting early and contributing small amounts at the beginning of your career can make a big difference once you come to retire. One calculation that can help you to…

17 June 2020

I have known Barry Greening for the past 15 years and during this time he has always given me sound investment and pension advice. This enabled me to initially consolidate…

5 November 2019

You may be aware that 10th October every year is designated as World Mental Health day - a day where health professionals, charities and the media shine a spotlight on…