Missing in action: Calculating inflation under lockdown
The Covid-19 pandemic has created problems for the statisticians who calculate the rate of inflation.
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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.
Crisis lessons – spotlight falls on social security net
Covid-19 has put the social security system under the spotlight as additional measures were brought in to help those affected. But they may not last, so how would you fare long term if you need a safety net?
All the zeros: five-fold government borrowing expectations
The government’s borrowing requirements for 2020/21 could be five times as high as initial projections as Covid-19 measures bite.
Redefining income – dividend requirements suspended
What counts as an income fund? In a rare move, the Investment Association has decided to suspend some dividend requirements in response to Covid-19, so take advice on any impact on your portfolio
The uses of investment losses…
Lower market values are generally regarded negatively, but there are some hidden upsides to taking the opportunity to review the balance of your holdings.
Rise in lockdown will writing highlights forward planning needs
The Covid-19 pandemic has seen a surge of will writing under difficult social distancing conditions. Don’t leave it until it’s an emergency.
Out with the old and a boost for the new for children’s savings
Child Trust Funds are reaching maturity on 1 September. CTFs and Junior ISAs (JISAs) are tax efficient ways of saving for children: the annual subscription limit has now doubled. Worth considering for younger savers’ long term investments.