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Weekly Market Update – 16 June 2025
A week dominated by the escalation of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, sending oil prices higher and markets lower. Other...
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Jun 16, 20254 min read


Weekly Market Update
Last weeks performance - major stock markets A more muted week for global markets. In the US, trade talks continue to be the focus, and...
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Jun 9, 20253 min read


June market update - Global markets climb on tariff truce
A temporary easing in US–China trade tensions and better-than-expected economic data lifted markets Markets rise on trade relief. Markets...
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Jun 6, 20254 min read


How to recover from a financial scam
Knowing what to do if you’ve been scammed and where to get help is crucial. Here are five key steps to recover from a financial scam. ...
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May 30, 20253 min read


First-time buyer benefits - what schemes are available?
Any first-time buyer trying to save up for a deposit to purchase their first home may feel daunted by how expensive the housing market...
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May 23, 20253 min read


What is a lasting power of attorney (LPA) and do I need one?
A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a legal document that allows you to appoint one or more people to make decisions on your behalf...
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May 12, 20252 min read


May market update - Markets recover despite ongoing tariff turmoil
Investor sentiment improves after early-April volatility sparked by US policy shifts Markets Stumble, then steady After falling as much...
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May 6, 20254 min read


Think insurance companies don’t pay out? Think again!
Buying a home and taking on a mortgage is often the biggest financial commitment a person will make in their lives. With this in mind,...
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Apr 22, 20253 min read


Omnis Agility & Omnis Managed Portfolio Service | April 2025 Update
Central banks held rates, trade tensions escalated and mixed economic signals kept markets on edge Market-moving events Central banks...
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Apr 16, 20252 min read


April market update - Markets, tariffs and the road ahead
Markets have rallied after the US paused new tariffs for most countries, easing fears of a full-scale trade war. But uncertainty remains....
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Apr 15, 20255 min read


Saving for your child’s university education
Saving for your child’s university education requires careful planning and budgeting. By starting early, considering investment...
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Apr 15, 20253 min read


Omnis Weekly Market Update
14th April 2025 | Trump pause on tariffs results in volatile market returns Key stories from last week US: TRADE POLICY UNCERTAINTY LEADS...
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Apr 14, 20254 min read


8 Practical tips for building a financial plan
Whether you’re looking to buy a house, save for retirement or get a handle on your finances, a solid financial plan can help you define...
BSG Team
Apr 9, 20255 min read


What is a guarantor mortgage?
Struggling to get on the property ladder? A guarantor mortgage could help you buy a home with limited savings or poor credit—learn how it wo
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Apr 7, 20254 min read


Tariffs return: what they mean for investors
New US tariffs have unsettled markets and raised concerns about global growth. While short-term volatility is likely, staying focused on...
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Apr 4, 20255 min read


Spring statement report
Introduction In mid-March 2024, the then Shadow Chancellor, Rachel Reeves gave the Mais lecture to the good and the great of the City. In...
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Mar 31, 20256 min read


Don't miss out on your annual tax allowances
Making the most of your annual tax allowances will help you achieve your long-term financial objectives Whether you’re just starting out...
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Mar 20, 20252 min read


March market update- European stocks outshine Wall Street
Global markets diverged as trade tensions hit sentiment, while strong earnings fuelled gains elsewhere Markets diverge on tariffs....
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Mar 10, 20253 min read


February market update - Markets rally amid growth and policy shifts
Investors weigh inflation, rates and trade policies as markets adjust to shifting economic conditions UK stock market on a high. London’s benchmark FTSE 100 index reached an all-time high after inflation dropped to 2.5%, potentially paving the way for several interest rate cuts this year. British stocks were also boosted by a drop in UK government bond yields after a spike in state borrowing costs sent the pound tumbling. At the beginning of January, UK bond yields climbed s
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Feb 12, 20253 min read


January market update - Central banks balance inflation with rate cuts
The US Federal Reserve cut rates by another quarter point and indicated a slower pace of easing for 2025 US stock markets steady. After a...
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Jan 6, 20254 min read
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