Just days after the Bank of England raised interest rates to a 33-year high, Britain’s chief economist said its tightening monetary policy is likely to continue due to persistent inflation …
Saving for Retirement
Whether you’re a post-graduate just starting to get a paycheck, a young professional in the workforce, or a middle-income new parent, it’s never too early to begin saving for retirement. …
US Social Security Rate Hike Biggest Since 1980s
How will this affect your wallet? The US Social Security Administration recently announced benefits will increase 8.7% for 2023. That’s the largest jump since the 11.2% increase enacted in 1981, during that high-inflation period. …
More Americans Admit They Need Professional Financial Services
‘Having your head in the clouds’ is not a bad thing when it comes to financial planning. Current economic conditions, including inflation, interest rate hikes, and the looming threat of …
New Trends Disrupting Wealth Management
The financial industry, especially as it pertains to wealth management, is typically static in terms of the consistency of advice and products being offered and delivered. However, as the global …
Storing Cash For Emergencies in an Uncertain Economy
The normal unpredictability of everyday life is enough reason to store away some reserve cash for emergencies, but with this year’s market volatility, high inflation, and rising interest rates, setting …
Green Bonds Availability Declines
EU Programmes Expansion Limits Green Bonds Investment A recent report identified a 27% decline in Green, Social, and Sustainable (GSS) bond issuance between the first halves of 2021 and 2022. …
Rescue Your Retirement from Inflation Now
A few steps taken now can pay off big, later Global markets are trying to navigate the volatile seas of uncertain economies, leaving investors looking for a beacon of light …
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Steps into Office Amidst Economic Crisis
All eyes are on the former UK chancellor as he begins his new role as Prime Minister this week, replacing Liz Truss, in what has been a tumultuous year for …
Roth IRA and Year-End Tax Saving Strategies
It’s been a year of nauseating stock market volatility, record inflation, and fluctuating interest rates so many retirees are scrambling to find any last-minute means to save on taxes. As …