The inflation puzzle of 2022
Annual inflation in 2022 was 10.5%, but not all components rose by double digits.
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2023 inflation forecast: the only way is down?
Inflation surged in 2022, but can it reverse in 2023?
Your New Year financial checklist
2022 was an eventful year – churning government personnel, no formal Budget, high inflation, rising interest rates and volatile investment markets, which is good reason to start your financial planning for 2023.
Dissecting inflation: What a difference a year makes
Annual CPI inflation hit 10.1% in September, but that does not mean every price is showing a double-digit increase.
The fight against rising inflation
It’s likely that your income will not keep pace with rising inflation, especially in the near term, so if you are searching for ways to cut expenditure, there are plenty of often overlooked opportunities.
Over-65s set new employment record
Latest data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that more people than ever are working beyond the age of 65. Will your retirement income be enough, or will you be working after age 65?
Tricky teens: inflation set to soar beyond 13%
With projections that inflation could reach 13% and beyond into 2023, many people may be tempted to raid investments and access early retirement benefits to make ends meet.
Inheritance tax receipts double in a decade
New data from HMRC reveals the Treasury’s IHT receipts have doubled since 2012/13, the result of a frozen nil rate band and surging inflation. Is IHT a concern for you?
A game of two halves? 2022’s rollercoaster for investors
Investment markets have had another volatile first six months in 2022, but calmer times may be on the horizon for investors.
Flaming June sees interest rates flare
Both the Fed and the Bank of England increased interest rates in June in response to projected inflation. Are you investing efficiently?