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Tis the Season to Reflect — Not Predict
The forecasts. The bold predictions. The confident claims about what markets will do in 2026. You’ll hear it from every direction: economists, strategists, portfolio managers,

Stay Cyber Safe This Festive Season
The festive season is a time for giving, celebrating, and, increasingly, shopping online. While the convenience of browsing from home or on the go is

Autumn Budget 2025 – What It Means For You
As we approached the 2025 Budget Statement, speculation once again ran wild about how Chancellor Reeves might increase the tax intake without breaching the Labour

Your Year End Financial Checklist
As November is in full swing and the year nears its close, it’s the perfect moment to step back and check in on your finances,
Should You Be Worried About A Stock Market Bubble?
Lately, it feels like every financial headline screams “bubble!”, from artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency to government debt and global tensions. It’s easy to get caught up in

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a

Autumn Budget 2025 – What It Means For You
As we approached the 2025 Budget Statement, speculation once again ran wild about how Chancellor Reeves might increase the tax intake without breaching the Labour

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a

Giving While Living: Why More Families Are Gifting Now
“True wealth is the ability to use your resources purposefully — to enrich lives, not just balance sheets.” At Wells Gibson, more and more families

Rightsizing: A Financial and Emotional Decision Made Easier With Planning
What Is Rightsizing? Rightsizing is about finding a home that better fits your current and future lifestyle — emotionally, practically, and financially. It might mean

Clarity Before Confidence: Financial Awareness Powered by Purpose
Why These Questions Matter Now At Wells Gibson, our mission is to bring clarity, contentment and certainty to your financial life. Financial awareness begins with knowing

Autumn Budget 2024 – Key Takeaways
Following the Autumn Budget announcement, here is a brief overview of the key changes and how they may impact your financial future. Personal Taxes &

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a

Speculation vs. Stewardship: A Crypto Conversation
1. The Role of Crypto in a Portfolio is Unclear Every asset in a portfolio should serve a defined purpose. Equities drive long-term growth. Bonds

Bitcoin: A Crumby Way To Save For Later
Exhibit 1: Bitcoin vs. Stock Market – How Often Have They Dropped? Source: Dimensional. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. Credit: Dimensional Fund

Cryptocurrency – too big to ignore
In light of the US regulator’s (SEC) recent approval of several Bitcoin spot ETF’s, there has once again been a lot of talk around cryptocurrency

Crypto regulation is coming
Crypto regulation is coming The Bank of England is leaning towards the regulation of cryptocurrency, following the recent collapse of the digital currency exchange FTX.

Ten important points to remember when considering digital assets and blockchain technology
Blockchains, Web3, the metaverse, Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs), cryptocurrencies, Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Decentralized Applications (or dApps) and Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAOs). These terms have surged into mainstream

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a

How To Keep Your Will Up-To-Date: Essential Estate Planning Tips
October is Will Month, a timely reminder to ensure your will continues to reflect your values, wishes, and the life you are living today. Here

Giving While Living: Why More Families Are Gifting Now
“True wealth is the ability to use your resources purposefully — to enrich lives, not just balance sheets.” At Wells Gibson, more and more families

Clarity Before Confidence: Financial Awareness Powered by Purpose
Why These Questions Matter Now At Wells Gibson, our mission is to bring clarity, contentment and certainty to your financial life. Financial awareness begins with knowing

Can We Afford Private Education?
4. What to Consider Now If you’re thinking about private education, either now or in the future, here are key questions to reflect on: How

Could Inheritance Tax Take More Than You Think?
CPD IHT Breakfast – Harry Clark (Wells Gibson), Dave Johnston (Downing), Josh Smith (Wells Gibson, Lori McCluskey (Wells Gibson) How Wells Gibson Can Help You
Should You Be Worried About A Stock Market Bubble?
Lately, it feels like every financial headline screams “bubble!”, from artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency to government debt and global tensions. It’s easy to get caught up in

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a
Do We Own Too Much? Lessons From The Lake District
During a recent trip to the Lake District, our Managing Director, Jonathan Gibson, noticed something that made him pause: a car nearby, loaded to the

What The Stock Market Really Represents: Seeing Beyond The Numbers
Shaping A Better Future The stock market can feel distant, numbers drifting across screens, charts rising and falling, headlines flashing gains and losses. It can

Why Emerging Market Bonds Aren’t Part Of Our Portfolios
A question we hear from clients from time to time is: “Why are emerging market bonds not included in Wells Gibson’s portfolios?” It’s a fair

Giving While Living: Why More Families Are Gifting Now
“True wealth is the ability to use your resources purposefully — to enrich lives, not just balance sheets.” At Wells Gibson, more and more families

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a

Pension Awareness Week: Is Your Pension Fit for Purpose?
Individuals who achieve the retirement they want without carefully planning it are few and far between, so why leave it to chance? A fulfilling retirement

Clarity Before Confidence: Financial Awareness Powered by Purpose
Why These Questions Matter Now At Wells Gibson, our mission is to bring clarity, contentment and certainty to your financial life. Financial awareness begins with knowing

Can We Afford Private Education?
4. What to Consider Now If you’re thinking about private education, either now or in the future, here are key questions to reflect on: How

Could Inheritance Tax Take More Than You Think?
CPD IHT Breakfast – Harry Clark (Wells Gibson), Dave Johnston (Downing), Josh Smith (Wells Gibson, Lori McCluskey (Wells Gibson) How Wells Gibson Can Help You

Retirement Isn’t the End—It’s a New Beginning
Contact Us Important Information This blog is provided by Wells Gibson for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or tax advice. The

Staying Calm Amid The Headlines
If you’ve been following the news this week, you’ve probably seen headlines about Rachel Reeves’ speech regarding the Autumn budget. Some sound dramatic, others a

How To Keep Your Will Up-To-Date: Essential Estate Planning Tips
October is Will Month, a timely reminder to ensure your will continues to reflect your values, wishes, and the life you are living today. Here

Rightsizing: A Financial and Emotional Decision Made Easier With Planning
What Is Rightsizing? Rightsizing is about finding a home that better fits your current and future lifestyle — emotionally, practically, and financially. It might mean

Pension Awareness Week: Is Your Pension Fit for Purpose?
Individuals who achieve the retirement they want without carefully planning it are few and far between, so why leave it to chance? A fulfilling retirement

Clarity Before Confidence: Financial Awareness Powered by Purpose
Why These Questions Matter Now At Wells Gibson, our mission is to bring clarity, contentment and certainty to your financial life. Financial awareness begins with knowing

Can We Afford Private Education?
4. What to Consider Now If you’re thinking about private education, either now or in the future, here are key questions to reflect on: How