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Diversification - the name of the game for 2026

12th December 2025

Global markets were a mixed bag in November, pausing after several months of strong gains. The technology sector was challenged, recording its biggest decline since March 2025.

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Over 70? Your estate could be hit with up to 87% IHT

11th December 2025

From April 2027, unused pension pots will count towards your estate for inheritance tax, with total tax rates potentially reaching 87 percent. Retirees with larger pensions or property wealth could be hit hard without careful planning.

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HMRC preparing to tax cash held in stocks and shares ISAs

5th December 2025

HMRC plans to introduce a charge on interest earned from cash held in stocks and shares ISAs to prevent savers from avoiding the upcoming cut to the cash ISA allowance, with further changes under consultation ahead of April 2027.

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