5 tricky challenges rising interest rates create for people in their 50s

Interest rate rises have been a prevailing feature in news headlines over the past 18 months. Following the pandemic, central banks around the world have been increasing interest rates to tackle inflation. This is because interest rates are one of...

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Asian markets are giving investors reasons to be positive

This July/August 2023 market update is brought to you by LGT Wealth Management The month of July saw equity markets continue their upward move as optimism rose that central banks may achieve a soft landing after all. In particular, Asian markets...

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5 interesting ways AI might affect your lifestyle in the future

Over the past few decades, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become increasingly integrated into our day-to-day lives. The most recent surge in AI-related technologies has led many to wonder what their lives might look like in the future as AI...

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10 useful questions to ask yourself when you’re within 10 years of retirement

It’s difficult to know when’s the right time to start planning for your retirement. Even in your 40s, it might feel like there are a lengthy list of other more pressing priorities.  The truth is it’s never too early to start planning. Steps...

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Why you should invest your cash despite higher deposit account savings rates

Periods of high inflation, as seen in many major nations over the last two years, often result in rising interest rates. Governments, and their central banks, use base interest rates to try to encourage saving and to remove liquidity out of the...

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Inheritance Tax: How does where you live affect your estate’s final tax bill

At the end of a long life, all your hard work and success will hopefully have left you with a sizeable estate to leave behind for your loved ones. However, passing on your wealth and assets is unlikely to be straightforward. In many countries, the...

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