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Will the April 2027 pensions and inheritance tax changes affect you?

If your pension is one of your biggest assets, it may be worth taking a closer look. 🔎

Don’t panic. Get informed, review your plans and understand your options.

Read more here: https://ow.ly/xJrz50ZFyek

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SJP Approved 20/08/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions about family succession? Thinking it is only about ownership.

The real challenge is protecting the future value of the business whilst preserving family wealth for generations to come. Early planning, open communication and expert advice can make all the difference.

Read more on planning ahead for business succession: https://ow.ly/tT6G50ZBXgs

St. James's Place Representatives represent only St. James's Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 20/08/2026

The stories shaping markets aren't always found in the markets themselves.

From extreme weather and geopolitics to retirement income trends and tax changes, our latest WeekWatch explores some of the developments shaping today's economic backdrop.

Read more: https://ow.ly/mXLL50Zy395

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Selling your business can seem daunting, but understanding how much your business is worth is one way to make it easier.

Our article explores the importance of knowing the value of your business and different ways to work this out: https://ow.ly/R2MT50ZwrH8

St. James's Place Representatives represent only St. James's Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 21/07/2026

💼 In July, central banks in the UK, US and Japan kept interest rates on hold. In the US, long-term bond yields rose as investors reacted to the Fed’s new ‘no guidance’ policy.

🛢️ The price of Brent crude oil rose 23% over the month as the US and Iran both hardened their negotiating positions going into the sixth month of war.

Read more in our latest market update: https://ow.ly/APtA50ZvM1A

Life can change overnight. Your finances can too.

Whether it's the loss of a loved one, an inheritance, or navigating a divorce, major life events often bring difficult financial decisions alongside emotional challenges.

In our article, we explore how women can build financial confidence during life's biggest transitions: https://ow.ly/eS8950Zuj8S

St. James's Place Representatives represent only St. James's Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 28/07/2026

The Bank of England has held interest rates at 3.75%.

While inflation has eased more than expected, rising energy prices continue to create uncertainty around the outlook for the UK economy.

Our article explains the decision and what it could mean for households, businesses and financial markets: https://ow.ly/emg150ZuVJo

💼 Andy Burnham topped the British political landscape last week, becoming the country’s seventh prime minister in ten years.

His first week in the role was greeted with some unexpected good news. UK inflation dropped to 2.6% in June, according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics.

Read more in our latest market update: https://partnership.sjp.co.uk/article/detail/sjpp/weekwatch-27-07-2026.html