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In the news – confidence in a comfortable retirement is on the up and over half of cash ISA savers could reinvest
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In the news – confidence in a comfortable retirement is on the up and over half of cash ISA savers could reinvest

Equity release lending rises as homeowners access housing wealth in retirement

Monetary Policy Committee held Bank Rate at 3.75%, business confidence dropped in April, housing market shows resilience

April’s Economic Review – Bank of England holds interest rates, UK braced for biggest growth hit of major economies and UK retail sales rebound

This week: the latest Office for National Statistics inflation figures, the US State visit, IHT receipts continue to climb

UK commercial real estate capital values flatten, new business rates valuations, strong recovery in retail and hotel sectors

The UK housing market lost momentum in March, prime property markets hit with caution, where are the most affordable towns in the UK

It’s Global Intergenerational Week (24-30 April) – an annual campaign that promotes and celebrates intergenerational connection.

Advised investors show stronger confidence and contribution intentions in 2026

Dividend Tax rates rise from April 2026, affecting business owners and investors