Why improving confidence in investing matters at a time of financial pressure.
8th May 2026
Financial wellbeing experts WEALTH at work says new research shows that, as the cost of living continues to stretch household budgets and economic uncertainty persists, how people save their money is becoming increasingly important for long term financial security.
Week ending 8th May 2026.
11th May 2026
As can be seen from the accompanying table, markets broadly ended the week in the green. Traders noted that tariffs once again became a key talking point for Donald Trump during the week.
Market update - 13th May 2026.
13th May 2026
Global markets have turned notably more cautious through the middle of the week. While first-quarter earnings have broadly surprised to the upside, particularly across technology, financials and industrials, markets are increasingly focused on higher energy prices and the possibility that central banks may need to keep interest rates elevated for longer.