How 2025 financial trends are impacting businesses, investors and the profession

'The coming months offer opportunities to reset, refocus and plan smarter'

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2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for businesses, investors, and advisers alike, writes Grace Burgin

With the first quarter of 2025 behind us, the impact of this year's trends is starting to show, particularly across the ever-changing financial planning landscape. From regulatory changes to shifting investor sentiment, 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for businesses, investors, and advisers alike. Though we are only a few months in, there is still much uncertainty following Spring Budget announcements that continue to stir debate. Here are five financial trends that are worth paying attention to, and where smart investors and professionals should focus on next. Interest rat...

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