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October was another difficult month for investors - the culmination of three consecutive months where stocks and bonds have declined together. However, the US and UK central banks provided “dovish” statements on November 1st and 2nd, stating policy is adequately restrictive in light of slowing inflation. Markets are now forecasting that further interest rate hikes are highly unlikely and have entered the new month on a positive note.

21 November 2023

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1 November 2023

The first half of 2023 produced good returns from overseas stock markets, as most economies proved more resilient than expected, despite forecasts of a recession at the beginning of the year. As the second half of 2023 progresses, those gains are being given back as higher interest rates and rising oil prices are taking their toll once again.

Most of August felt like a return to 2022, with the US Dollar Index strengthening considerably (+4%) and signaling a risk-off move which has seen stocks and bonds decline together. However, the final few trading days saw material gains as inflation, employment and savings data suggested the overheating US economy may be cooling down. Investors are keen to see the end of interest rate hikes and a return to stable financial conditions.

We are delighted to introduce GWA Asset Management Ltd (GWAAM), a wholly owned subsidiary of Greaves West & Ayre. GWAAM is the appointed investment manager of the MGTS Qualis fund range, which has been created in conjunction with the Authorised Corporate Director Margetts.

Following the Spring 2023 Budget, capital allowance rules are set to become more complex. The position is further complicated by the fact that the regimes for companies and unincorporated businesses differ, with some capital allowance claims only open to companies.

2023 is doing its best to go down in history as one of the strongest years on record for stock market returns. If global stock markets were to continue at their current pace, they would produce the best annual return of the past 15 years.

The first half of 2023 has flown past with a number of stock markets recovering strongly following a poor 2022.

GWAAM have launched the MGTS Qualis investment fund range, to improve the investment process for all GWA wealth management clients.

If you couldn't attend our recent launch events, you can watch our launch video.

Changes to pension tax legislation announced in the Budget were extensive. Could it be that anything which encourages saving towards retirement should be welcomed?