Every October, World Mental Health Day seeks to cast a spotlight on mental health issues in society. For almost thirty years, it has tried to educate the public about what factors can affect their mental health, as well as how poor mental health can impact people’s lives in a variety of ways.
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September proved a difficult month, with stock markets generally finishing in negative territory on the back of a pickup in covid cases and the uncertain US political backdrop. Of particular note was tentative signs of a rotation in markets, with the S&P 500 amongst the worst performers, seeing its first monthly decline since March, whereas the FTSE 100 fared relatively better.
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If you’ve been saving for a comfortable retirement, you’ve probably been keeping a close eye on the growth of your pension fund and how much you can expect to draw. Now, a seemingly innocuous government proposal could be set to impact millions of pension savers.
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Stock markets generally had a positive month in August, albeit performance remained polarised with US shares continuing to be a driving force. The relentless flow of money into the technology sector showed no signs of abating, in conditions that look increasingly akin to the ‘dot-com’ bubble of the late 1990s.
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Legally reducing a tax bill is completely legitimate. It is even sometimes encouraged through the use of certain tax reliefs and exemptions.
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July proved a mixed month for stock markets, with both UK and European markets unable to advance. In contrast, US shares continued their upward trend with momentum from a small number of very large US technology companies.
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