Iran's threat to fully close the Strait of Hormuz has ended ceasefire talks, piling pressure on rates and Bank of England policy
Handelsbanken research reveals a wide cost gap, with some investors facing bills exceeding £30,000
The state of play in May: The three forces reshaping broking — and what advisers should do about them
Amid global instability, trimmed rates and a steady Bank of England, brokers hail sturdy market
Prospect of potential rate squeeze prompts rush of activity
OECD’s doom-and-gloom warning makes interest cuts even more unlikely in the near term
Trump comments change outlook in seconds but volatility rules
Results contrast with Standard Chartered and Morgan Stanley’s revised expectations
Brokers brace for prolonged high rates as hopes of Bank of England cutting in 2026 fade
A Spring Statement low on housing market drama initially felt reassuring, yet the scale of her tax take and Middle East uncertainty both loom large
