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03/09/2026

Finding control when money feels overwhelming

Anxiety can make financial challenges feel much worse. Whether you become worried about the sustainability of your financial future, dealing with debt or struggling with cash flow problems, emotions around money can lead to inaction or avoidance.

In these situations, it’s normal to feel like you’re losing control. But there are ways to get things back on track and steer your finances in the right direction.

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Anxiety can make financial challenges feel much worse. Whether you become worried about the sustainability of your financial future, dealing with debt or struggling with cash flow problems, emotions around money can lead to inaction or avoidance.

01/09/2026

WeekWatch 🗻

All eyes were on Nvidia’s quarterly results (released midweek) with investors looking for evidence of whether the AI boom is starting to slow. The answer appears to be no. The company reported quarterly revenue of $96.2 billion, more than double that of a year ago and ahead of forecasts of $92.2 billion. Management also projected approximately 70% revenue growth through to the fiscal year ending in 2028. This signalled continued confidence in AI demand.

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Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh voiced concerns over stubborn inflation in the US economy during his keynote speech at last week’s Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium.

28/08/2026

🌻 Summer Bank Holiday 🌻

Our office will be closed on Monday 31 August 2026 as the GF Team are taking a well-deserved break to enjoy the long weekend.

If you need us, drop us an email at ‘[email protected]’ and we will get back to you as soon as we are back in the office.

28/08/2026

How pension changes could affect your inheritance tax plans

For many people, a pension is one of their biggest assets. From April 2027, it could also become an important inheritance tax (IHT) consideration. From this date, most unused pension funds will be included when the value of someone's estate is calculated for IHT purposes.

For some families, this will make little difference. For others, especially those with larger pension pots or estates, it could mean that more tax is due and less wealth passes to loved ones.

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For many people, a pension is one of their biggest assets. From April 2027, it could also become an important inheritance tax (IHT) consideration. From this date, most unused pension funds will be included when the value of someone's estate is calculated for IHT purposes.

25/08/2026

WeekWatch

What happens when AI gets a body? 🤖

Unitree Robotics, a Chinese maker of humanoid robots, staged a successful listing in Shanghai last week, with its share price rising 460% on its first day of trading. The company recently unveiled “Superman”, able to jump two metres and run at over twelve metres per second.

Some investors believe robots will be the next fast-growing frontier for AI.

Unitree Robotics, a Chinese maker of humanoid robots, staged a successful listing in Shanghai last week, with its share price rising 460% on its first day of trading. The company recently unveiled “Superman”, able to jump two metres and run at over twelve metres per second. While profitable, tra...

20/08/2026

Keeping it in the family: planning ahead for business succession

Taking time to plan your exit strategy can make the transition smoother and more tax efficient. Here we look at the various routes and things to consider as you approach family business succession.

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Achieving a successful handover of your business to a family member typically comes down to three aspects: early planning (ideally five to 10 years in advance), having a full understanding of the value of the business, plus open communication with all involved parties to ensure fairness.

18/08/2026

WeekWatch

☀️ AI earnings help fuel record S&P 500
🌙 Zuckerberg on AI – open is best
☀️ Countdown to the world’s largest stock listing?
🌙 The UK economy - fastest growth in the G7
☀️ Iran war stalemate
🌙 Burnham urged to dispel rumours of pension lump sum changes
☀️ Government urged to make pensions and IHT rules fairer
🌙 HMRC to sign up taxpayers to Making Tax Digital

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The S&P 500 reached a record high this week buoyed by low US producer and consumer inflation readings in July indicating inflationary pressures are being contained. A stream of strong AI earnings releases reinforced bullish sentiment.

14/08/2026

Keeping perspective as the Iran conflict resumes

How do you make a financial plan, when the world is so uncertain? With the Iran-US conflict now in its sixth month, a flurry of reports of a possible peace deal, swiftly followed by a resumption in hostilities, have left investors baffled as to what happens next. With no sign of an end to the ‘on again, off again’ status, we look at how best to survive recent – and ongoing – volatility.

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When the US and Israel first launched strikes on Iran in late February, the global economy faced a fresh bout of uncertainty. With its ability to potentially close all shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key transit route for a significant share of the world's oil and fertiliser exports, there....

13/08/2026

Where there's a Will, there's a say ✍

Having a say on what assets you want to leave to whom – through a Will – has never been as important, regardless of your relationship status.

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According to the 2025 National Wills Report, 79% of UK adults are comfortable talking about death1. Yet when it comes to considering finances, only 36% of people have made a Will2.. This highlights the uncomfortable gap many of us fall into between discussing and doing.

11/08/2026

WeekWatch 🌾

While opinions may vary on whether the current hot, dry summer is nicer than Britain’s typical grey and drizzly experience, its effects on farming are less up for debate.

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While opinions may vary on whether the current hot, dry summer is nicer than Britain’s typical grey and drizzly experience, its effects on farming are less up for debate.