S&P 500 Index Hits Milestone of Five Thousand
The main American index, the S&P500 reached a record close of over 5,000 last Friday. Yet again strong performances from the Technology sector led the charge and sentiment improved as company announcements of share buy backs increased by 10% compared with this time last year. It suggests corporates are happier with the state of the […]
Stubborn Inflation Slows Market Rally
Global stocks lost some of their upwards momentum as hotter than anticipated inflation reports dampened expectations of interest rates cuts ahead of key central bank meetings this week. The blue-chip S&P 500 and technology focussed Nasdaq indices gained 0.6% and 0.5% respectively. On Tuesday it was revealed that annual US consumer price inflation unexpectedly accelerated […]
What Insurance Do I Need?
When it comes to financial planning, different types of insurance serve different purposes. While critical illness insurance can be valuable, the importance of each insurance type may vary depending on a clients individual circumstances and priorities. Here are a few key insurance types commonly considered in financial planning: Whether clients need critical illness insurance depends […]
Why Do We Encourage People to Save Early?
Saving money earlier in life can have several advantages. Here are a few reasons why it is beneficial to start saving at a younger age: It’s important to note that it’s never too late to start saving, and even small contributions can make a difference over time. However, starting early gives you a significant advantage […]
Why a Consultation with a Financial Advisor is Worth Your Time
Are you feeling overwhelmed when it comes to managing your finances and making smart savings or investment decisions? You’re not alone! Many people struggle with understanding their future financial needs or the investment market, but the good news is that help is available. Imagine having a financial advisor who takes the time to really understand […]
UK: It’s Not All Doom And Gloom!
PARTNER INSIGHT The Chart of the Week highlights the UK government’s debt as a percentage of GDP, and on the right, you can see the average maturity of this debt. So, what’s all the fuss about? The market is concerned that the UK government won’t be able to pay its bills (debt). This is because […]
How can sustainable investing benefit YOU?
Sustainable investing has seen significant growth in the last few years, as more and more investors become increasingly concerned about challenges the world faces today, and as more information becomes available about how well sustainable investments perform, or outperform traditional investments. Daily news and sometimes personal experiences prove the impact of climate change, while other […]
Benefits of a Model Portfolio
IT AIN’T EASY According to popular estimates, around 90% of “self- investors” lose money – NINETY PERCENT! But if it’s so hard to reach a profit from your investments, why do people still invest? Well, one big reason is that you CAN make a lot of money in the stock markets, even if the numbers […]
The End of An Era and Trussonomics
End of a historic period The UK has been through a historic period of change since our last communication with you. On 8 September 2022, Queen Elizabeth II passed away at Balmoral Castle, Scotland, ending a 70-year reign that made her the country’s longest-serving monarch. The national period of mourning may be over but, here […]
The Russian Invasion and Your Investments
NEBA as a company are not panicking at all. Turmoil is always around and this war is no different as far as the markets are concerned. There is always a dip when a crisis breaks out because Investment Professionals know that most people are emotional and there will be a selloff from those who ‘panic’. […]
