Pensions

Today sees the publication of the 2020 eprivateclient Middle East Report – an in-depth look at some of the most important topics affecting wealthy individuals and families from the region as well as their advisers across the globe...

The macro-economic conditions of the last five years have presented a relentless challenge for money managers seeking to produce consistent returns. It seems an all too distant memory that UK markets were caught in a happy period of low volatility and positive growth since the recovery from the financial crisis started in 2009...

An industry-wide error in relation to property transfers into SIPPs and SSASs means over 120,000 people may be owed compensation of up to £80,000 each.

Landmark judgment to shape future of pension transfers

Act now to secure UK-based pensions, law firm Irwin Mitchell warns

Most contributions made to SIPPs and other pensions are made in cash, either by bank transfer or via a direct deduction through payroll. However, SIPPs traditionally offer much wider investment opportunities than are generally available for personal pensions and group personal pensions. At EFG Harris Allday, we manage many bespoke investment portfolios on behalf of our clients that are held within SIPP wrappers.

Why it is important that pension pots are not forgotten in a divorce settlement...

Following the UK Chancellor’s call for a review into Capital Gains Tax, Charles Russell Speechly's Sophie Dworetzsky asks if CGT is being reviewed does this mean a wealth tax is less likely?

The UK government knows too little about the tax reliefs it provides: whether they work, or offer value for money, or even how much they actually cost, according to a new report from the Public Accounts Committee (PAC)

British citizens who look to move to the European Union before the transition period ends need to begin planning their financial affairs as the countdown begins, advisers have warned