Pension Inheritance Tax Changes 2024: QNUPS and IUL
Pension Inheritance Tax Changes 2024: Protecting Your Wealth with QNUPS and Indexed Universal Life Insurance (IUL) The proposed UK inheritance tax (IHT) changes will have far-reaching implications, especially for high-net-worth individuals in the GCC looking to shield their wealth for future generations. Labour’s Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, announced that starting in April 2027, inherited pensions will […]
Market Review – October 2024
US market indexes have displayed remarkable resilience, remaining in positive territory despite a backdrop of increased volatility in October. The S&P 500 recorded a gain of 2.2%, while the Nasdaq surged by over 4.5%. This period of market performance comes amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, combined with mixed reactions to the corporate […]
Case Study: $15M equity release financing solution for UAE resident
GSB Private Finance was presented with a unique challenge—a UAE resident and UK passport holder seeking equity release on an unencumbered property on Palm Jumeirah. Traditional local bank channels proved unviable, so GSB crafted a tailored solution that met the client’s complex needs and circumstances. Key Details: UAE Resident/UK Passport holders Equity release instruction on […]
US election investment strategies: Data-driven decisions
Read what Vince Truong had to say about the upcoming US election and what it means for your investment strategies. Discover how facts, not emotions, should guide your investment decisions, especially during election periods. In this article, you’ll learn: The importance of basing investments on facts over political convictions. Historical market performance during US elections and […]
What the UK’s inflation drop could mean for investors & borrowers
Read what GSB Wealth’s Daniel Clarke had to say about what the UK’s inflation drop could mean for investors & borrowers. The Office for National Statistics yesterday announced this week that inflation in the United Kingdom has fallen to 1.7%, marking the first time in over three years that inflation has dropped below the Bank of England’s […]
Market Review – September 2024
Global stocks entered September on a high note, recovering from a pullback that saw the S&P 500 index decline by 8.5% as of August 5 from its mid-July record. The markets sold down hastily at the start of last month due to growing concerns about the U.S. growth outlook and the unwinding of the popular […]
How GSB defines success: Building a business on people, values, & growth
Read here what Alison Whatnall, Co-Founder & Group COO at GSB, had to say about redefining success and creating a purpose-driven culture at GSB. “In today’s fast-paced world, defining success solely by financial performance seems outdated. At GSB, we’ve evolved our definition of success to encompass much more. For us, it’s about the contribution and […]
What the fed’s rate cut means for investors & borrowers
Read what GSB Wealth’s Daniel Clarke had to say about the U.S. Federal Reserve’s recent decision to cut interest rates, marking a significant shift in monetary policy with wide-reaching implications for the global economy. While the Fed’s primary focus is on fostering growth and curbing inflation, this move has sparked reactions across markets, affecting investors, borrowers, and […]
8 steps to a financially secure retirement
Read here what GSB Wealth Partner Craig Ritchie had to say about the 8 steps to a financially secure retirement. According to a survey by YouGov, many Brits are underprepared for retirement, with half feeling uncertain about achieving financial freedom once they stop working. A third of respondents shared a common fear of being unable […]
Market Review – August 2024
After a dramatic selloff in global markets at the beginning of the month, driven by fears surrounding the U.S. economy, markets have largely stabilized. Major U.S. indexes have reclaimed their lost ground and recorded their best two-week performance of the year. The Nasdaq surged by 8.13%, while the S&P 500 rose by 7.8% from its […]