James Calder, Chief Investment Officer, shares his latest thoughts on markets, including opportunities in Japan, the outlook for the UK, the growing adoption of AI and, importantly, the effects of the situation in Iran.

Periods of volatile markets can feel unsettling. At times like these, it is important to remember some important principles to avoid the risk of making decisions that could lead to poor – perhaps disastrous – outcomes.

In his March commentary, James Calder discusses how the first quarter of 2026 has seen markets absorb significant geopolitical activity.

We summarise the key points raised in Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ Spring Forecast, delivered on 3rd March 2026.

James Calder, Chief Investment Officer, provides an update on recent developments in the Middle East and what they could mean for your investments.

James Calder, Chief Investment Officer, shares his thoughts on the latest tarrif ruling from the Supreme Court of the United States.

James Calder, Chief Investment Officer, discusses the outlook for portfolios in 2026. Touching on geopolitical issues, macroeconomics and portfolio construction, James highlights key trends and remains cautiously positive on performance.

Our Year In Review looks back at some of our articles published over 2025, which are still relevant and may be interesting as you reassess your financial goals ready for 2026.

Max West, Research Investment Analyst, looks back at how sustainable investing strategies performed in 2025 and shares his outlook for future performance.

Our Chief Investment Officer, James Calder, shares his recap of markets in 2025.

One week on from the Autumn Budget, we’ve prepared some commentary on the changes impacting pensions, inheritance tax and investments in VCTs and EIS.

Read our summary of the key points from Chancellor Reeves’ 2025 Budget.

Rumours are rife ahead of November’s budget, with pensions, once more, in the firing line. While it’s natural to expect some changes, are sweeping short-term reforms really that likely?

David Bethell warns us of the pitfalls of taking pension tax-free cash based on rumours ahead of the budget.

David Bethell highlights some tax planning points you might want to start thinking about ahead of the Budget on 26 November 2025.

Ross Mcknight discussed the CAM sustainable service with Connor Read, covering the origins of the service, how it differs from CAM's traditional service, and his outlook for the future.

Max West explains why our Research team believes that Europe is a sleeping giant, and looks forward to higher returns in the future.

We're more than halfway through what has been a really eventful year. Our Client Experience Manager Tracy Coghill speaks with Chief Investment Officer James Calder about what's been happening in markets, how portfolios have been performing, and his thoughts for the year to come.

Over the last decade, we have witnessed a shift away from UK equities in favour of international markets. Could this trend now be changing?

We look at why foreign exchange is always important, by focusing on the return of the US equity market for sterling (UK Pound) based investors.