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02/06/2026

Why are bonds making headlines again? 📰

Rising gilt yields highlight how even more traditionally stable areas of the market can shift.

Our article explains what’s behind the changes and why bonds are back in focus.

🔗 Find out more: https://ow.ly/xFX250Z2Gor

St. James’s Place Representatives represent only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 2/6/2026

30/05/2026

If you're a parent or a grandparent, you're probably thinking about how you can support the next generation.

With higher housing costs and financial uncertainty, getting started can feel harder for younger people today.

Our article looks at some of the ways families can help: https://ow.ly/TV9U50Z1xfk

St. James’s Place Representatives represent only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 28/5/2026

27/05/2026

Last week was a busy time for markets.

📈 In the US, markets delivered further gains. The S&P 500 rose for the eighth consecutive week.

💼 Market expectations for future UK interest rate hikes have eased, and this in turn has seen gilt yields fall.

Find out more: https://ow.ly/iULP50Z4zGG

20/05/2026

Talking about future decisions isn’t always easy, but it can make a real difference.

As part of Dementia Action Week, we’re highlighting the role of a lasting power of attorney (LPA) in helping families prepare for the unexpected.

Learn how LPAs work and why planning ahead can help ease the pressure on loved ones later: https://ow.ly/vkEu50Z266b

St. James’s Place Representatives represent only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 20/5/2026

18/05/2026

Last week's market update in 8 minutes: https://ow.ly/JVlJ50Z16Ub

📈 10-year gilt yields in the UK spent most of the past few days above 5%, ending the week above 5.1%.

💼 The ongoing public conversation about potentially replacing Sir Keir Starmer as prime minister is creating uncertainty across domestic bond markets.

17/05/2026

Financial pressure remains a reality for many UK households — but planning can make a meaningful difference.

Our 2026 Financial Health Report shows that more people feel financially worse off than a year ago. However, those who plan ahead and stay engaged with their finances are more likely to report improved confidence and resilience.

Learn more here: https://ow.ly/r1FH50YZnSm

On behalf of SJP, Opinium surveyed 6,000 UK adults between 17 March and 9 April 2026. Quotas and post-weighting were applied to the sample to make the dataset representative of the UK adult population.

St. James’s Place Representatives represent only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 14/5/2026

14/05/2026

14/05/2026

Choosing a mortgage feels more complex in uncertain times.

Although the base rate has been held, expectations of future increases mean many buyers and homeowners are weighing up fixed‑rate versus tracker deals once again.

We explain how each option works and what to consider when comparing mortgage products in a changing interest rate landscape: https://ow.ly/ZiqA50YYSSb

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage.

St. James’s Place Representatives represent only St. James’s Place Wealth Management plc, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

SJP Approved 13/5/2026

11/05/2026

Last week's market update in 6 minutes: https://ow.ly/aK6t50YXwlS

📈 Over the past two weeks, a combination of high oil prices and local election predictions helped 10-year gilt yields spike to over 5% for the first time since 1998.

🛢️ Oil prices plunged on Wednesday after reports emerged of a one-page memorandum of understanding that was close to being agreed.

08/05/2026

Not everyone is experiencing economic growth in the same way.

In the US, the divide between higher‑ and lower‑income households has continued to widen, with inflation and weaker wage growth having a greater impact on those at the lower end.

Our latest article looks at the risks and implications of this “K‑shaped” economy and what it could mean for the US outlook.

🔗 Find out more: https://ow.ly/Xq4i50YWrc6