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25 Apr 20241 minWesleyan wins FS Tech Innovation Award
Wesleyan was awarded ‘Financial Sector Innovation of the Year’ at the FS Tech Awards 2024 after recognition for our Intermediary proposition.
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23 Apr 20245 min2024 - Q1 market commentary
In our recent market commentary, we explore some of the highlights and the lowlights of the quarter. Read more.
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22 Apr 20245 minWesleyan's April 2024 investment update
Wesleyan’s Director of Investments, Martin Lawrence, discusses the regional race for interest rates cuts and hopes for a UK stock market rally.
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12 Apr 20244 minA deeper understanding of investment risk beyond ratings
This article explains why advisers should look further than ratings for a deeper understanding of investment risk.
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11 Apr 20244 minUK share prices climb to near record highs
Stock markets around the world have risen amid hopes of interest rate cuts later in the year.
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03 Apr 20243 min2024: Has cash lost its crown?
As interest rates peak, will cash retain its crown in 2024? Nick Henshaw, Head of Intermediary Distribution at Wesleyan, explains all here.
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14 Mar 20245 minWesleyan's March 2024 investment update
Here, Wesleyan's Director of Investments looks back on investment markets in February, including an update on interest rate cuts.
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07 Mar 20244 minUK stock market shrugs off news of a recession
Despite a recession, the FTSE rose in February. Investors expect interest rates to be lowered soon, but are there more reasons for hope?
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07 Mar 20242 minSpring Budget: What's in it for intermediaries?
What do the announcements from the Spring Budget 2024 mean for intermediaries? Read more.
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13 Feb 20243 min78% of UK adults still in the dark over ISA overhaul
Research by Wesleyan shows that four in five UK adults are unaware of changes to ISA rules.
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08 Feb 20244 minBank of England holds interest rates at 5.25%
As the UK economy rebounded towards the end of last year, read about the sentiments of global markets throughout January.
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07 Feb 20246 minWesleyan's January 2024 investment update
Here, Wesleyan's Director of Investments looks back on investment markets in January, including inflationary pressures for economies.
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11 Jan 20245 min2023 - Q4 market commentary
Amid worries about inflation and interest rates, it's been a challenging time for markets – but what does 2024 hold? Find out more here.
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11 Jan 20244 minGlobal financial markets end the year strongly
As the Bank of England decides to maintain interest rates at a steady 5.25%, what does this mean for global markets? Find out more here.
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12 Dec 20234 minHow financial markets have enjoyed a healthy recovery
With inflationary pressures receding around the world, find out what this means for the economy in our latest market update.
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11 Dec 20235 minWesleyan's November 2023 investment update
Here, Wesleyan's Director of Investments, Martin Lawrence, looks back at the key financial themes that have taken centre stage in November.
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27 Nov 20237 minInterview with Wesleyan's Head of Investments
From investment strategy to sustainable investing, Marc O’Sullivan, Wesleyan’s Head of Investments, shares his thoughts in this interview.
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22 Nov 20234 minAnalysing the Autumn Statement
What do the announcements made in the Chancellor's Autumn Statement mean for clients’ personal finances?
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13 Nov 20234 minInterest rates look set to peak amid Middle East fears
Martin Lawrence, Director of Investments at Wesleyan, looks back at the financial themes that took centre stage in October. Get the latest.
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09 Nov 20234 minCould With Profits meet your clients' appetite for risk?
Nick Henshaw, Wesleyan's Head of Intermediary Distribution, discusses the effectiveness of a smoothed With Profits fund.
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08 Nov 20234 minUK share prices dip amid concerns about inflation
Inflation remains sticky in the UK economy, but what does this mean for interest rates? From European bonds to Asian stocks, read more.
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10 Oct 20233 minInterest rates take centre stage amid mixed markets
Wesleyan’s Director of Investments, Martin Lawrence, explores the key themes driving the global economy and financial markets
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10 Oct 20235 minBank of England hits pause on interest rate rises
With inflation fading and economic growth slowing around the world, major central banks are closing in on the end of their interest rate hiking cycles.
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10 Oct 20235 min2023 - Q3 market commentary
Take a look at some of the highlights and lowlights of the quarter, plus the outlook from Wesleyan's Investments team
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09 Oct 20235 minThe next generation of With Profits funds
Toby Hester, Deputy Chief Product Officer at Wesleyan, explains how traditional With Profits funds are evolving for a modern market.
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19 Sep 20235 minHealthy corporate earnings strike an optimistic chord
Get the latest global market update from Martin Lawrence, Wesleyan's Director of Investments
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13 Sep 20234 minFinancial markets pick up after a challenging start to month
UK inflation has fallen by less than expected, so what does this mean for interest rates? From euro area growth to China's economy, read the latest.
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08 Sep 202325 minMoney marketing podcast with Wesleyan's Toby Hester
Wesleyan's Deputy Chief Product Officer, Toby Hester, recently appeared on a Money Marketing podcast to discuss the world of With Profits.
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15 Aug 20234 minA calmer month ahead of the corporate reporting season
Stay in the know with our latest global market update from our Director of Investments, Martin Lawrence.
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09 Aug 20236 minIncome in retirement - smoothed With Profits could be key
Smoothed With Profits funds may help investors meet specific needs of retirement income.
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08 Aug 20234 minUK property prices dip against a backdrop of higher rates
As the pace of inflation falls around the world, does this mean central banks are nearing the peak of their interest rates? Read the latest.
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07 Aug 20236 minNot all smoothed funds mean smoothed sailing for advisers
Our Head of Intermediary Distribution, Nick Henshaw, discusses what IFAs need to know about accessing smoothed and With Profits funds.
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04 Aug 20232 minWesleyan joins the Association of Financial Mutuals
Wesleyan looks forward to adding its voice to the fantastic work the AFM is doing to raise the profile of mutuality across the UK.
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18 Jul 20233 minWesleyan Foundation and Small Woods plant 400 trees
Wesleyan plants four hundred new trees across the UK in partnership with the Small Woods charity through Wesleyan Foundation.
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18 Jul 20235 minFed pauses rates as central banks adopt new approach
As inflation begins to fall more rapidly in some regions than others, what does this mean for monetary policy around the world? Read more.
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10 Jul 20234 minUS Federal Reserve pauses interest rate increases for now
As inflation slows, the US central bank has put a hold on interest rate rises – but what does this mean for global stock markets? Read more.
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21 Jun 20235 minRecession fears create a challenging investment backdrop
With growing concerns about a possible US recession, what does this mean for the global economy? Learn more in our latest investment update.
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21 Jun 20234 minHow with-profits funds offer a smoother journey for clients
Nick Henshaw, our Head of Intermediary Distribution, discusses the significance of with-profits funds to moderate risk.
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14 Jun 20234 minUK interest rates continue to rise to tame high inflation
As bond prices fall after higher-than-expected inflation figures, what does this mean for UK interest rates? Read more in our market update.
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01 Jun 20234 minCash vs. investing: The pros and cons in plain English
In this article, Nick Henshaw, our Head of Intermediary Distribution, talks us through the pros and cons of cash savings vs. investing.
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18 May 20234 minInflation is cooling but high prices remain an issue
With the rate of consumer price rises easing, what does this mean for interest rates? Read more in our latest investment update.
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18 May 20233 minUK inflation remains in double digits
As the UK inflation rate slows by less than expected, we may see further interest rate rises from the Bank of England. Read the update.
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04 May 20233 minWhy Wesleyan has a With Profits Fund with a difference
Our Head of Intermediary Distribution, Nick Henshaw, talks us through some of the key benefits of the With Profits Fund.
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21 Apr 20233 minInterest rates rise despite banking turmoil
Read the latest market insights in our April update – including the continued rise of interest rates despite banking turmoil.
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04 Apr 20233 minHigh inflation keeps the pressure on interest rates
From persistent inflation to a strong labour market, see how high inflation is keeping the pressure on interest rates in our latest update.
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03 Apr 20233 minStock markets rebound after banking turmoil
From recession fears to high inflation and falling stock markets, get the latest insights in our April investment update.
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17 Mar 20233 minSpring budget reaction 2023
Get Wesleyan's reaction to the latest budget announcement and find out what it means for your personal finances.
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02 Mar 20233 minInflation and interest rates continue to drive markets
Wondering how inflation and interest rates are continuing to drive financial markets? Read more in our latest investment update.
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01 Mar 20231 min'Investment Team of the Year' award win for Wesleyan
Wesleyan's investments team named ‘Investment Team of the Year’ by the Insurance Asset Risk Awards 2023.
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16 Nov 20221 minWesleyan Foundation donates to National Trust
Wesleyan is extremely proud to be providing National Trust with ½ hectare of trees through a £2,500 donation from Wesleyan Foundation.
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06 Oct 20225 minVideo - Investment market update
Watch the latest market update from Wesleyan Assurance Society's Director of Investments, Martin Lawrence.
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30 Sep 20226 min2022 - Q3 market commentary
Wesleyan Assurance Society reflects on the performance of markets during the third quarter of 2022.
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02 Sep 20225 minWhy choose Wesleyan's With Profit Fund?
In this article, we explain the With Profits Fund and how it could benefit your customers.
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12 Aug 20225 minMaking the most of the ISA allowance
Martin Lawrence, Director of Investments at Wesleyan Assurance Society, shares his views on maximising the potential of ISAs.
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10 Jun 20225 minInflation and market volatility
Marc O’Sullivan, Head of Investments at Wesleyan Assurance Society, shares his thoughts on inflation.
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