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9/1/2025
Weekly Market Summaries
Week ending 29th August 2025
As shown in the table, it was a mixed week for markets. It was a shortened trading week in the UK, with markets closed on Monday for the bank holiday. US markets also saw light volumes ahead of the long weekend with markets closed for Labor Day on Monday 1st September.
8/28/2025
Market Updates
Market Update – 28th August 2025
Not long after President Trump imposed a 25% penalty on India over its purchases of Russian oil and weapons, a new wave of tariffs - this time 50% on Indian goods - come into force. Economists warn that such steep trade barriers could weigh heavily on Indian workers, many of whom are employed in labour-intensive export facing industries.
8/26/2025
Weekly Market Summaries
Week ending 22nd August 2025
As you can see from the accompanying table global financial markets closed the week on a surprisingly firm footing after a volatile few sessions dominated by US technology losses, weak retail earnings, and anticipation around Federal Reserve policy.
8/20/2025
Market Updates
Market Update - 20th August 2025
This morning’s inflation data for the UK showed inflation came in hotter than expected for July, rising to 3.8% compared with 3.6% in June. The core rate also increased to 3.8%. A sharp rise in plane ticket prices accounted for a large share of the monthly increase, with fares jumping 30% due to the timing of the summer holiday season.
8/18/2025
Weekly Market Summaries
Week ending 15th August
As you can see from the accompanying table it was another positive week for global equities. There was plenty of economic data for investors to digest as well as key geopolitical developments on Friday in the form of talks between the US and Russia in Alaska.
8/14/2025
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Top 10 money tips for graduates and school leavers starting work
Starting a first job is an exciting time, though for some it can be the first time they are managing their own money. It is important that employees entering the workplace are taught about budgeting and responsible borrowing, as well as understanding the many workplace savings and benefits on offer so they can take control of their finances and build financial resilience.
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How ‘Save As You Earn’ share plan savers can avoid an unnecessary tax bill
Many companies in the UK operate a Save As You Earn (SAYE) share plan often known as Sharesave, which provides employees with a tax efficient way to invest in their company’s shares.
8/13/2025
Market Updates
Market Update - 13th August 2025
On Monday, the UK unemployment rate held steady at 4.7% in the three months to June. While the headline figure suggests stability, underlying data points to a gradual softening in the labour market, with payrolls falling for six consecutive months and job vacancies continuing to decline.
8/11/2025
Weekly Market Summaries
Week ending 8th August 2025
As you can see from the accompanying table markets closed the week on a strong note, buoyed by a weak US July jobs report, a surge in tech stocks, solid quarterly earnings, and optimism over potential progress in peace talks between Russia and Ukraine.
8/7/2025
Market Updates
Bank of England Cuts Interest Rates to 4%
The Bank of England has lowered interest rates to 4%, the lowest level in over two years, in a bid to support the economy as inflationary pressures begin to ease.
8/6/2025
Market Updates
Market Update - 6th August 2025
Some encouraging PMI data emerged from Asia this week. In Japan, services sector activity picked up pace in July, with the Services PMI rising to 53.6 from 51.7 in June, which marks the strongest expansion since February.
8/4/2025
Weekly Market Summaries
Week ending 1st August 2025
As you can see from the accompanying table, markets lost momentum at the end of the week.
7/30/2025
Market Updates
Market Update - 30th July 2025
It has been a week of little economic data for markets to process. Euro area inflation currently stands at 2% - matching the ECB’s target.