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The Leeds Reforms: Why financial deregulation feels like déjà vu all over again
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Leeds Reforms promise growth through financial deregulation, but they risk repeating pre-2008 mistakes. Pension funds face pressure to invest in expensive private equity, consumer protections are being quietly eroded, and banking safeguards dismantled. It's regulatory amnesia in action - and ordinary savers will pay the price.
Robin Powell
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Can you spot a market bubble before it bursts?
Decades of research show that reliably spotting market bubbles before they burst is nigh on impossible. Despite warnings from experts, academic studies confirm market timing strategies consistently fail for most investors. Attempting to time markets leads to missed gains , higher transaction costs , and emotional stress. Instead, focus on diversification , controlling costs , and planning for volatility. The best defence against bubbles is preparation, not prediction.
Robin Powell
Jun 247 min read
Did government bonds do their job in the tariff turmoil?
A debate has raged in recent years about the wisdom or otherwise of investing in government bonds. I’ve advocated their inclusion in...
Robin Powell
Apr 84 min read
Overpaying to invest is a huge mistake
Overpaying rarely makes sense, whether it's for groceries or financial services. In investing, paying too much can quietly erode your...
Robin Powell
Mar 104 min read
Doing this will give you an edge over most investors
If you're looking for an edge as an investor, you're not alone. Many people spend their time chasing the latest stock tip or trying to...
Robin Powell
Feb 244 min read
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