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Spring Statement: Blockbuster unlikely, but announcements could weigh on UK economy & personal finances
Rathbones previews a low‑key Spring Statement, highlighting high debt, modest growth and fiscal credibility, with knock‑on effects for markets, mortgages, savings and taxes.
Tech sector leads exodus of 6,000 business owners
Nearly 6,000 UK business owners have left since 2024 as entrepreneurs seek opportunities abroad, adding up to a significant net outflow.
Supreme Court strikes down Trump’s tariffs — but it’s not the end of the story
Rathbones says a US court ruling striking down Trump tariffs lifts equities and exporters, but fiscal risks persist as sticky inflation tempers Fed rate‑cut hopes.
Tax planning moves centre stage as CGT spikes and inheritance tax net widens
Rathbones says January’s CGT and IHT receipts surged as lower allowances and frozen thresholds bite, making proactive tax and estate planning increasingly essential.
Rising tax burden encourages investors to take more risk
Rising tax pressure pushes UK investors beyond ISAs and pensions into riskier assets like buy‑to‑let, VCTs and EIS as wealth grows, Rathbones survey finds.
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