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Behind ESG ratings
Last Updated: July 24, 2025
Making sense of environmental, social and governance ratings when investing.
Chance of US recession recedes, boosting markets
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
Developed market equities have continued to perform well in the first few weeks of 2024. In part, this is commensurate with the improvement in some leading indicators of the economy, pointing towards a less challenging environment for corporate profits ahead. Edward Smith, our Co-CIO of Rathbones Investment Management, explores what this means for our investment strategy.
Chief Investment Officer’s Corner
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
Here are three themes at the forefront of Rathbones’ Co-Chief Investment Officer Ed Smith’s mind, and what they mean for our clients’ investments.
Review of the week: Biden bows out
Last Updated: July 24, 2025
After weeks of pressure, President Joe Biden has abandoned his bid for re-election. Will there be a battle for the Democratic nomination at next month’s party convention in Chicago, or will his successor be coronated quickly?
Review of the week: Like a stone
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
The mini-budget will drastically reduce taxation and increase borrowing. It has rattled everyone, from the backbenches to bond markets. Will the gamble pay off?
Investment Insights Q3 2024: Prepare for the unexpected when America votes
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
The US presidential election is looking tight. What would a Democrat or Republican victory mean for markets?
Redefining wealth - do we need a fresh approach to understanding wealth generation?
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
As the global financial system comes to terms with systemic risks such as climate change, nature loss and social inequality, do we need a fresh approach to understanding wealth generation?
US Election - Industrial Policy
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
US Election - Industrial Policy
Review of the week: Spending the big bucks
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
The mean-average American family is worth $1 million after years of soaring growth, wealth and income. This matters for inflation, future interest rates and the strength of the dollar.
Investment Insights Q4 2024: Looking ahead to Labour’s first budget
Last Updated: September 15, 2025
The new Labour government will be setting out its agenda in more detail soon with its first Budget. There may be big changes coming that affect your finances, or it may be an opportunity for a much-needed reset to encourage investment and boost economic productivity.
Review of the week: Downcast, but out (spending)
Last Updated: July 22, 2025
The UK slumps into recession even as people’s spirits and retail sales rise. Meanwhile, trouble may be brewing in American inflation.
It's good to talk
Last Updated: July 24, 2025
We recently hosted an insightful webinar to help clients talk to their families about money. Here are the key takeaways from the event.