Economic green shoots of spring?
14 April 2026
Global growth is projected at 3.3% in 2026 amid cautious optimism Trade cooperation and AI investment are key economic drivers Policymakers must balance inflation control
Global growth is projected at 3.3% in 2026 amid cautious optimism Trade cooperation and AI investment are key economic drivers Policymakers must balance inflation control
Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions are ending in England Stamp Duty thresholds reverted in April 2025 Rent control and safety reforms expand across devolved nations
UK dividends are projected to reach £88.8bn, up 1.5% year-on-year Underlying growth suggests resilience despite macroeconomic headwinds Global payouts are expected to rise 2.9% to
Up to 70% of family wealth can be lost by the second generation without structured planning IHT changes and pension reforms could accelerate gifting and
Using your ISA allowance early increases potential tax-free growth opportunities Pension contributions attract relief and may reduce higher-rate tax exposure Early planning helps optimise capital
The latest figures from Nationwide show that UK house prices grew by an annual rise of 2.2% As the Middle East conflict strains the UK-US
Office for Budget Responsibility warned the Middle East conflict will impact both global and UK economies significantly Last month, Bank of England policymakers unanimously voted
Research shows that floral street names can significantly boost the value of a property The biggest premium was found on ‘Bellflower’ streets, where the median sale price increased 199%
Research shows that floral street names can significantly boost the value of a property Uncertainty around pension rules can affect confidence, leading to rushed or
Muted activity in housing market – according to RICS, new buyer enquiries declined further in February Rental market becomes more balanced – competition for rental properties has slowed to a
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