Independent businesses have been left on the precipice by Covid due to the collapse in High Street footfall. Last year EY found that a third of family-owned pharmacies were loss-making.
There is more to retirement and beyond than just income and expenses. When ones immediate family lives too far away, and when one knows that the loving spouse will also depart one day, how does one prepare for life?
Victor Herrero said Clarks can overcome its image as a chain selling sensible shoes for school and work. The founding family lost control in a dramatic restructuring last year.
Never underestimate the ability of the financial services industry to bamboozle the public with jargon and leave people utterly confused. says Jason Hollands of Bestinvest.