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Germany - Cautious recovery pressured by geopolitical uncertainty

The German economy showed early signs of improvement at the start of the year.

OECD hammers UK growth projections with biggest downgrade of all G20 economies

Comparatively, the US is expected to see inflation spike to 4.2% this year, the highest level of all the G7 countries, before falling more quickly to 1.6% in 2027.

UK expats unaware they are set to lose low-cost route to building up state pension

The reforms will remove access to Class 2 voluntary National Insurance contributions for individuals living overseas

Rethinking stability in a time of geopolitical shifts and economic fragmentation

With its latest campaign, Rethink Stability, the Group extends the philosophy behind its longstanding Rethink Everything® positioning, bringing a more visually assertive and culturally attuned language to wealth management.

‘Modern slavery an economic risk the City can no longer ignore’

Speakers at Justice for All event, sponsored by Rathbones, to urge City and financial services to confront modern slavery

UK banks should snap up their European rivals

The UK banks missed out that time around.

Campaign groups rail against Palantir, but the UK contracts keep coming

AI analytics firm has become influential in Whitehall, and FCA deal gives it yet more access to data

Oxford firm launches management platform to target gap

The way people use real estate is evolving – fast.

Helvetia Baloise: First Layoffs, High Expectations

Industry insiders report around 600 positions affected between January and the end of March.

Citi: Swedbank could be the next bank to cut staff

The assessment follows Nordea's recent announcement of a restructuring program affecting approximately 1,500 positions, equivalent to about 5 percent of its staff.

Rightmove data shows widening gap as higher mortgage rates stall second‑steppers

Higher funding costs feed directly into mortgage pricing, and that removes many buyers from the running before they even start.

Why Europe’s boring banks are getting interesting again

BNP Paribas is betting that owning more of the savings chain brings steadier growth.

Change in the composition of Capgemini’s Board of Directors proposed to the 2026 Shareholders’ Meeting

The Board of Directors proposes to retain, at the end of the next Shareholders’ Meeting, a governance structure separating the duties of Chairman

The paradox of the long-term future of French family businesses: a valued yet threatened model

This gap illustrates the complexity of a transition that goes far beyond financial considerations.

Over half of advised clients more worried about tax than a year ago, finds Wealthtime

Almost half (47%) report that tax rules and allowances are a major source of uncertainty, while 30% admit they are confused about pension rules.

Building places, not just spaces

In Estates Gazette, Mark Gauguier and Christina Tennant explore the key takeaways, examining why design, longevity and stewardship

Stepping back, staying safe: a joined-up approach to growth

And as the conduct authority, the FCA focuses on what sits on top – the delivery of the services and products consumers rely on.

Brown Shipley: Entrepreneurs act early as tax changes approach

The Budget confirmed that, from 6 April this year, dividend tax rates for basic and higher-rate taxpayers will increase by two percentage points.

How to choose the private bank best for your needs

A private bank must be able to ensure the long-term growth of its clients’ wealth while planning its transfer to future generations.

A high-impact publicity campaign

A large majority view banks as a cornerstone of the global economy.

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