Wealth advisers report a jump in inquiries ahead of Budget on October 30
Average price now just 2% below all-time high of mid-2022
Japan’s biggest pension fund faces more pressure to deliver; self-employed workers struggle to bridge gap in retirement savings; and investors seek better means to force action on climate
Changes to GPIF’s investment policies to take on more risk have been lauded — but the country’s system is under strain
New fraud rules will see some lenders dock customers’ compensation while others waive charges
Savers with environmental and other ethical concerns now have plenty of options to vote with their money
Large variations in income and security make it hard for many to plan properly for life after work
LCP consultancy argues chancellor does not want to alienate better paid public sector staff
Placating wealthy foreigners could shift chancellor’s focus elsewhere, experts say
Recent headlines have prompted remote workers to ask ‘what’s the Welsh for tax break?’
Government officials said no decision had been made but Reeves would not press ahead with policy that did not raise any money
The ‘dower principle’ of passing on a residence while still alive can have advantages if you’re trying to minimise IHT — but there are pitfalls
Many take out the wrong kind of protection insurance, leaving them with overlapping — or inadequate — cover
Rachel Reeves had hoped to raise £1bn a year by toughening a proposed Tory crackdown on wealthy foreigners
Companies often evolve through restructuring. As investors, we have to be on top of the detail
UK financial advice firm beats competition from larger, national companies in the annual FT Adviser rankings
I’m also considering setting up a trust for my two adult children but am open to other ideas
If new rules for ‘blank-cheque’ vehicles lead to a revival investors should tread carefully
The number of low-price, highly speculative stocks on exchanges has exploded, harming investors
Young Indians are racking up personal loan and credit card debts
ONS figures underline impact of rising prices and higher interest rates on personal finances
A balanced portfolio has the best chance of preserving the long-term value of pension savings against price rise shocks
Despite opposition, governments are forcing through changes to make pension systems sustainable
The gender gap in retirement savings is a problem for women around the world
State-backed scheme joins forces with insurer L&G and Dutch fund manager PGGM to build and manage rental properties
