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Q4 Market Commentary 2021

We keep a close eye on global market developments, and each quarter we share an overview with our clients to keep you up to date and informed. In Q4 (October to December 2021) the economic backdrop remained relatively stable on the whole with growth being strong in most areas, despite the new variant Omicron creating volatility which started to ease as we found out more about the impact from the scientists. Manufacturing and servicing continue to

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Q3 2021 Market Commentary

We keep a close eye on global market developments, and each quarter we share an overview with our clients to keep you up to date and informed. In Q3 (June to September 2021) the economic backdrop remained relatively stable on the whole with growth being strong in most areas. Manufacturing and servicing continue to show expansion, and corporate earnings have seen more upgrades than downgrades as they improve and economies continue to reopen.

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Podcasts | Financial planning

Understanding your financial lifecycle

Can I afford to stop working? Will my kids have financial security during my retirement? How much should I be saving this month? If you’ve ever asked yourself any of these questions, this podcast is worth listening to.

  • 16 August 2021
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Insights | Market Commentary

Market Commentary – positive steps

We keep a close eye on global market developments, and each quarter we share an overview with our clients. Over the 2021 Q1 period, the general trend has been an appreciation in markets, largely thanks to the approval and roll-out of various vaccine programmes.

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News | ASAM

New year message from the Chief Executive

Looking back over the last 12 months, it has certainly been a roller coaster of a ride in many respects, not least within the financial markets.

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Insights | Market Commentary

Market Commentary – ending the year on a high

Over the Q4 period, markets appreciated with the approval of the vaccines and subsequent roll out program across the UK. The increase in positive consumer sentiment allowed the UK market to perform well into the year end.

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Insights | Financial planning

A Beginner’s Guide to Financial Planning

If you’re new to the concept of financial planning then it can be daunting taking the first step of consulting a professional financial planner. However, it does not have to be and here, our Chartered Financial Planner, James Glass, provides some insight into key financial planning concepts and what is involved in the financial planning process.

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Insights | Market Commentary

Market Commentary – a mixed economic picture

Markets continued to open up overall over the Q3 period, with companies starting to gain earnings traction although not to the levels prior to COVID. The Central Banks and governments globally remain supportive of markets, and there is continued talk on further support from both should there be further problems as a result of pandemic restrictions.

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Insights | Financial planning

Achieving Financial Wellbeing

At Anderson Strathern Asset Management we believe it’s important for you to review your sense of financial wellbeing, which is an important part of your overall financial health and wellbeing. Recent events such as COVID-19 and its far reaching impact on the economy, mean it is perhaps now more important than ever to take stock. However, what do we mean when we talk about 'financial wellbeing?'

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Insights | Market Commentary

Market Commentary – economies and sectors re-opening boosts sentiment

Continuing the desire to provide our clients and prospects with views on the market place, I hope you find the notes below both informative and of interest. Whilst we continue to believe there are opportunities in the investment markets, we are also finding that many of our clients, in light of recent events, are taking stock of their current and future financial affairs.

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News | ASAM

An update from the Chief Executive

As we continue to monitor developments concerning the Coronavirus closely, ensuring the wellbeing of our employees, our clients and their families is our first stop. Our team of financial planners and investment managers are now safely homeworking and in constant communication through the use of available technologies carefully monitoring the financial markets for our clients.

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