Market Review – September 2025
Global economic conditions in September 2025 reflected an uneasy balance between slowing growth and easing inflationary pressures. The IMF reiterated its 3.0% global growth forecast for the year but warned of “heightened downside risks” from escalating trade tensions and uneven policy responses. While disinflationary momentum continued across advanced economies, geopolitics and financial market volatility tempered […]
Fed Cuts Rates – What This Means for Borrowers
The US Federal Reserve reduced interest rates by 0.25 percentage points on 17 September 2025, bringing the target range to 4.00–4.25%. This is the Fed’s first cut of the year, and it’s the first cut in years, while core inflation (Core PCE) remains above 2.9%. One policymaker dissented, favouring a deeper 0.50 percentage point cut. […]
Beyond Grief: Women Inheritors and Wealth Control
Losing a life partner is devastating. Alongside grief, many women face a second, unexpected challenge: Stepping into the role of family financial decision-maker, often for the first time. For widows inheriting large estates, this responsibility can be overwhelming; portfolios may span multiple countries, be tied to businesses, or structured in ways they have never had […]
Market Review – August 2025
U.S. U.S. markets entered August on solid footing, but volatility returned as investors assessed slowing growth against the Federal Reserve’s signals of easing. The labour market softened, with unemployment edging up to 4.2% in July, while core inflation accelerated to 3.1% year on year the fastest pace since January. The annual inflation remained steady at […]
Moving to Dubai? Key steps to residency, business setup & wealth
As global mobility rises, Dubai, U.A.E., remains a top destination for professionals, entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals seeking a strategic base for their business and personal wealth. With no income tax, a pro-investment government, and a well-connected global hub, the appeal is clear. But relocating to the UAE involves more than just booking a flight. It […]
Market Review – July 2025
U.S. In the United States, the economy contracted at an annualized rate of 0.5% in Q2 2025, marking the first quarterly decline in three years. Consumer spending grew by only 0.5%, a sharp slowdown from the 4.0% surge in Q4 2024. Core inflation re-accelerated to 2.9 % in June, and policymakers warned Trump’s tariffs risked keeping […]
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Tax essentials for Australians living or investing abroad
Navigating the tax implications of living overseas or returning to Australia requires more than just understanding two tax systems. With over 1.35 million Australians expected to be living abroad by 2030, and many holding international investments, inheritances or planning a return home, strategic planning becomes essential. This article builds on themes explored in Craig Holding’s […]
Market Review – June 2025
United States As we approach the midyear mark, the main Wall Street stock indexes are nearing new record highs. This resurgence is supported by a weakening dollar, the prospect of lower borrowing rates, increasing trade optimism, and a renewed focus on artificial intelligence. The Nasdaq Composite rose over 6.00%, and the S&P 500 advanced 4.00% […]
Lending against UAE foundations: What you need to know
Foundations are becoming a popular tool for families and individuals in the UAE who want to protect their assets and plan for the future. These structures, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), and RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC)) are well-suited for succession planning and holding real estate, investments, and other […]