INSIGHTS

What is Avondvierdaagse and could it be the secret to happiness?
Dutch children are regularly judged to be among the happiest in the world. A UNICEF report published in May 2025 ranked the Netherlands highest for

Tax policy uncertainty: 4 areas to watch as a high net worth individual
On 20 July 2026, Andy Burnham became UK prime minister. Alongside analysis of his cabinet reshuffle and the launch of No. 10 North, public commentary

Could your wealth be part of the £12.3 billion lost by not estate planning ahead of time?
The Inheritance Tax (IHT) landscape is changing. As rising asset values meet frozen allowances and imminent pension rule changes, more UK families will be pulled

How to build financial resilience in an unpredictable world
When the world is unpredictable, it can be easy to feel anxious. Everything from climate and politics to the economy and household pressures can cause

How to prepare the next generation for wealth
The so-called “great wealth transfer” is underway and, according to Unbiased, could see up to an estimated £7 trillion pass between generations over the next

The human return on wealth: What is your money really for?
As a high net worth individual (HNWI), you likely know what your portfolio is worth. But do you have a clearly defined sense of what

Welcome to the Autumn 2026 Edition of The Wire
The future belongs to prepared families Welcome to your autumn edition of The Wire, in which we’re focusing on the theme of stewardship. And after

Summary Q3 2026
In January, we titled our outlook “A Year for Prudent Optimism”, expecting portfolios to make steady progress. Optimism was grounded in robust investment in US

Markets Outlook Q3 2026
Half time chat. As the whistle blows for half-time in 2026, we head back to the dressing room for a slice of orange and a

The Dutch ritual of “dusking” and 3 other ways to disconnect
Back in February 2026, the UK held its first “dusking” event as part of the annual Dark Skies Festival, which runs throughout the year. According

What do rising oil prices mean for you?
The Iran War has dominated news headlines in recent months. Alongside the unimaginable human cost, the conflict has impacted global trade, caused stock market fluctuations,

Why it’s never too early to start planning for tax year end
The end of the tax year is a busy time for advisers and planners, and for high net worth individuals (HNWIs) too. High levels of