Economics

With the media giving plenty of attention to workplace pensions and auto-enrolment schemes - pensions weigh heavily on many people’s minds. The UK population adds an average of £325 to their personal pension pots each month — but which area of the UK is most successful at saving? Some people were able to contribute over £5,000 per month to their pension pot in Q4 2016, with Northern Ireland (11%) leading the way, closely followed by London (8%).…continue reading →

In case you have had your head in the sand for the past year, there is a concept that is taking the world by storm. That is blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies. These were traditionally a novel concept that were presented by computer scientists and cryptographers back in 2009 as a way for us to become less reliant on traditional banking systems. They were developed out of great disillusionment at the financial crisis. …continue reading →

Despite its challenges, running a family business can be long-term, lucrative venture. It’s also a great way to teach your kids to be entrepreneurs in a hands-on environment. This experience will help them greatly if they choose to pursue entrepreneurship on their own.…continue reading →

When it comes to our personal finances, there’s a lot to worry about. After all, money makes the world go ‘round, and so we can’t afford to be left out in the cold in the event of an empty bank account. However, this is easier said than done, as there are several parties interested in draining our funds. There’s paying our bills, buying our groceries, and, on top of that, there are several corporations trying, and often succeeding, to convince we need the latest and greatest thing. With all of these obstacles in our path, it can seem impossible to save money, but I assure you that it’s more possible than you might think. Here are some tips you’ll need to keep your coffers full.…continue reading →

Folding your business isn’t an easy decision, but sometimes you’re left with no other choice. Whether your business failed, you’re retiring, or you’re starting a new entrepreneurial project, minimizing your financial losses is a priority.…continue reading →

There are many stock market success stories out there that can often inspire people to invest in the stock market. The Tim Sykes review is just one example of how a small amount of money can be turned into millions of dollars.…continue reading →

The UK has been embroiled in a tense political battle for the last few weeks, with all sides campaigning vigorously to win the public vote. For the first time since 2010, none of the main parties could form a majority, so the election ended in a Hung Parliament. Now, however, the Conservatives have formed a deal with the controversial DUP, so here are some of the effects this could have on Indonesian markets.…continue reading →