Investing
30 October 2026
In a Budget with few big surprises, an increase to the corporation tax levied on the banking sector had been widely predicted. However, the extent of the potential increase and the subsequent impact on markets was being closely followed by many.
4 minutesInvesting
30 October 2026
In a Budget with few big surprises, an increase to the corporation tax levied on the banking sector had been widely predicted. However, the extent of the potential increase and the subsequent impact on markets was being closely followed by many.
4 minutesInvesting
30 October 2026
Households, families and business owners are absorbing the tax changes announced in the Autumn Budget, and what they will mean for their future finances. But it can also be reassuring and helpful to reflect on what hasn’t changed.
4 minutesBusiness
29 October 2026
The UK’s small businesses were a key focus in Chancellor John Healey first Budget, with the announcement of a package of business rates relief, entrepreneur incentives and tax reforms.
4 minutesInvesting
29 October 2026
Chancellor John Healey’s Autumn Budget on Wednesday (28 October) contained few major surprises. But that doesn’t mean changes are not ahead. The government will be relying on measures announced in previous budgets to increase tax revenues and it’s worth investors being aware of what is coming down the line.
6 minutesInvesting
28 October 2026
Chancellor John Healey’s much awaited first Autumn Budget did much as expected – which was to announce a series of small fixes aimed at offsetting rising living costs. In the chancellor’s words, to offer millions some ‘breathing space’.
6 minutesInvesting
26 October 2026
Markets endured a difficult week as renewed concerns over AI spending, rising oil prices and inflation, geopolitical tensions, and fiscal pressures in France weighed on risk assets, while investors sought safety in US Treasuries and the Japanese yen.
5 minutesBusiness
21 October 2026
With less than six months to go before most unused pension funds are brought within estates for inheritance tax purposes, business owners are being urged to consider how their succession plans may be affected.
4 minutesInvesting, Protecting
16 October 2026
Most of us understand that inflation pushes up the cost of everyday essentials, from food shopping to energy bills. But fewer people realise it can also reduce the future value of their protection cover.
4 minutesInvesting, Protecting
9 October 2026
For years, pensions have offered a valuable tax advantage alongside retirement income, enabling people to pass on wealth to the next generation. But from April 2027, changes to inheritance tax (IHT) rules could mean some families face a significantly larger tax bill than they expected.
5 minutesInvesting
7 October 2026
Welcome to the latest issue of our quarterly investment insights newsletter from Chief Executive Officer for Investments Justin Onuekwusi.
6 minutesProtecting
6 October 2026
Figures show women are substantially more likely than men to take a career break during their working life. Whether it’s maternity leave, caring for young children, or looking after elderly family members, the responsibilities that lead to time out of paid work are more likely to impact women.
3 minutesBusiness
1 October 2026
As cyber security awareness month kicks off, we asked the St. James's Place’s (SJP) cyber security team for their top tips on how to keep your business cybersafe.
3 minutesInvesting
30 September 2026
With less than four weeks before the chancellor John Healey stands up to give his first Budget, leaks about what might be announced have been few and far between.
3 minutes