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Global Market Commentary – September 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.

Unclaimed Child Trust Fund

Aged 18 – 21? You may have an unclaimed Child Trust Fund HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) are advising that almost…

Are you new to self-assessment for the 2022 / 23 tax year?

Then you need to register with HMRC by 5 October or face penalties. Anyone who is self-employed is required to…

Global Market Commentary – August 2023

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.

GWA Staff and Community News – Summer 2023

Retirements, promotions, new starts there's lots to update about the GWA team. We've also been supporting a number of local community causes.

MGTS Qualis Fund Launch

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.

Capital Allowances and the new allowances available

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.

Where Does All the Money Go?

Have you ever wondered what happens to the tax you hand over to HMRC?

HMRC extends National Insurance deadline to 2025

It has been announced that taxpayers will now have an extra two years to make any additional payments to their National Insurance (NI), this enables people to make contributions to increase their state pension entitlements.

Understanding the new childcare allowances

It was music to many parents’ ears when it was announced in the Spring Budget that there will be more support for many working parents with the extension of free childcare support.

Summer 2023 Newsletter

Our latest newsletter offers an update on the new childcare allowances, an update on Capital Allowances and the allowances that are available, plus how you can make the most of HMRC extending the National Insurance deadline to 2025. We've also got updates on what we have been supporting with the local area, who's new at GWA and much more.

Deadline approaches for short term holiday let licensing in Scotland.

Following the extension for mandatory short term holiday let licensing there is now less than two months to go…