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The Clarion Investment Committee met on Thursday, 16 April. The following notes summarise the main points of consideration in the Investment Committee discussions but have been updated to include commentary on recent events and the wider implications for financial markets. Please click here to access our April Stock Market & Economic Commentary written by Clarion […]
Category: Financial Planning
The Dark Side of the Moon “And if the band you’re in starts playing different tunes, I’ll see you on the dark side of the moon.” – Pink Floyd, ‘Brain Damage’, 1973. The Artemis II space mission gave us perspective, as the world the astronauts looked down on was in turmoil once again. Space once […]
Category: Market Update
Preparing for the smooth transfer of wealth across generations is a key financial planning aim for many people. However, without careful planning, this goal is under threat. Data from Statista shows that Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts have increased every year since 2010, except for two years during the pandemic. So, with IHT revenue rising, you […]
Category: Financial Planning
If you have dividends you rely on for income, it’s important to factor in any rate changes to your financial planning. The start of the current tax year saw increases in the basic rate and higher rate, while the additional rate remained the same. The new rates are: The basic rate has increased to 10.75% (from 8.75%). The […]
Category: Financial Planning
The Clarion Investment Committee met on 19 March at the offices of Margetts Fund Management in Birmingham. The following notes summarise the main points of consideration in the Investment Committee Discussions but have been updated to include commentary on recent events and the wider implications for financial markets. Please click to access our March Stock […]
Category: Financial Planning, Investment management
“Goodness is the only investment that never fails.” – Henry David Thoreau (1817-1862). American essayist, naturalist, Harvard graduate and protege/friend of Ralph Waldo Emerson. Middle East Conflict – Our Latest Thoughts “The essence of investment management is the management of risks, not the management of returns.” – Benjamin Graham (1894-1976). British-born American economist, investor, and […]
Category: Market Update
If you’re thinking about selling your business, you’re likely considering the steps you can take to make the process as efficient as possible. While much of the focus is often on structuring the sale itself, there are actions you can take beforehand that may also be valuable. Increasing pension contributions from your business is one […]
Category: Business
Market volatility can be unsettling, and you may feel nervous about recent fluctuations amid the war in the Middle East. Geopolitical events often trigger market movements. But while unfolding global events remain unpredictable, the long-term trends of markets have historically been far more consistent. It’s important to remember that market volatility is a normal part […]
Category: Financial Planning
The Clarion Investment Committee convened an ad hoc meeting on the 3rd March 2026 to discuss the conflict in the Middle East, the potential ramifications and whether the situation warranted any portfolio action. Current situation Heightened tensions in Iran have reintroduced geopolitical uncertainty to global markets. Investors had anticipated potential strikes on Iran, but the […]
Category: Financial Planning, Investment management, Thought pieces