Accumulated runs: two tricky hundreds
The pandemic has played havoc with government borrowing and overall debt. The potential knock-on for taxes long term means it may be a good time for judicious tax panning.
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Investment trust or investment fund?
Investment trusts and investment funds each have their roles to play in portfolios, but current conditions may favour the latter.
Calling time on the triple lock?
The long-standing triple lock underpinning state pensions may be under threat as a result of Covid-19.
An alternative tax
Is it fair that some high earners pay less tax than those on far less income? The Alternative Minimum Tax could address the inequalities and raise revenue for the Treasury.
Bounce back quarter
The second quarter saw stock market recovery after the Covid-19 shock, but not to previous levels or directions.
Keep going well…? Shell’s historic dividend cut
When a 75-year run is broken, something significant has probably happened.
Missing in action: Calculating inflation under lockdown
The Covid-19 pandemic has created problems for the statisticians who calculate the rate of inflation.
Deferring July’s income tax payment
The imminent payment on account does not have to be paid.
Should you review your pension fund withdrawals?
The fall in world stock markets has cut the value of many pension pots.
