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Producing vast amounts of cheap, clean energy, the sun is critical for global decarbonisation. But solar power also offers something more: investment opportunities in everything from photovoltaics and batteries to the transmission lines and transformers that form the backbone of the world's power systems.

Historically, December is one of the strongest months for stock markets. For example, in recent years the S&P 500 has registered gains in four of the past five Decembers. This is often attributed to the so-called “Santa Claus rally”, which buoys stocks in the weeks leading up to Christmas. What’s sometimes overlooked, however, is that the “rally” starts before December, right after Thanksgiving.

Last week we discussed which markets and sectors are likely to be impacted under Donald Trump’s administration. This week, we take a closer look at how Trump’s win may impact the UK.

Our 2024 Impact Report highlights our ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive environment and making a positive contribution to society.

It's National Tree Week, so let's hear it for trees: for giving excitable children through the ages a place to hide, climb, or swing; for offering us merciful shade through the summer and rustling leaves to kick through in autumn; for providing a natural home to a menagerie of arboreal animals, and structure and warmth to our built environment. These green giants grant us so much…they even taught Sir Isaac Newton a thing or two about gravity.

Trump inherits a strong economy with high inflation and a budget deficit. Markets expect his policies—deregulation, tax cuts, and tariffs—to benefit small businesses and financials but could harm renewable energy and tech sectors. Active money management is crucial amid geopolitical volatility and waning globalisation, affecting various sectors differently.

Speak to almost any business manager and they will tell you that attempting to predict their business accurately on a 12-month basis is very hard, and over a quarter is nearly impossible.

The recent US election has resulted in a sweeping victory for the Republican Party, prompting many questions from our clients about the potential impact on their investments and financial planning. In this Q&A, we address the most pressing questions our clients have posed, providing clarity and guidance during these uncertain times.

The recent US election has resulted in a sweeping victory for the Republican Party, prompting many questions from our clients about the potential impact on their investments and financial planning. In this Q&A, we address the most pressing questions our clients have posed, providing clarity and guidance during these uncertain times.

What started as an evening of cautious optimism ended in unbridled joy for Republicans as Donald Trump won convincingly to become the 47th president of the United States, four years after he was defeated by Joe Biden.