Various events can cause market fluctuations−pandemics, shifts in government policies, crises in foreign countries, changes in economic data, and so much more. You can’t control how these forces may impact the market, but you can take steps to mitigate their impact on your investment portfolio. Volatility is an inevitable part of investing; a necessary…
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From all of us here at Thorntons Investments, we would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. We wish you and your loved ones a very safe & happy festive period. Thank you for your continued support over the past year, and we look forward to working with you in 2022.
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Creating and maintaining the right investment strategy is key in securing your future financial goals and objectives. A significant element of this strategy is your level of involvement. How much control do you want over your investments? Do you prefer to be in charge, or do you want someone to invest for you? Volatile…
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COVID-19 pandemic has shown the fragility of the planet Once a niche approach thought to come at the expense of returns, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategies have proven that they can be market-beating. If you’re someone who wants to make a positive difference, your money and the things you care about could…
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Understanding inflation is an important factor when it comes to your financial success. If you don’t factor inflation in when deciding where to put your money – whether that’s savings accounts or investing – you could find your wealth shrinks over the years. The current causes of higher inflation are largely COVID-related. The easing…
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Understanding investment risk and determining what level of risk you feel comfortable with before you invest is an important part of the investment decision process. Your potential returns available from different kinds of investment, and the risks involved, change over time as a result of economic, political and regulatory developments, as well as a host…
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Thorntons Investments is delighted to announce the appointment of Andrew McLean as a Discretionary Portfolio Manager. This appointment strengthens our client proposition during a time of growth for the business. Andrew will spend time in both our Dundee and Edinburgh offices and will be responsible for managing bespoke portfolios for individual clients, pensions, offshore bonds,…
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If you hold a Cash Individual Savings Account (ISA) you may be dissatisfied with the low rates of interest you receive, which could make it difficult to grow your money even at a rate that keeps pace with inflation. A Stocks & Shares ISAs offers the possibility of higher returns than Cash ISAs, but only…
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We have recently become aware of an attempted fraud being perpetrated against one of our clients. Fortunately, it was brought to our attention quickly and there was no impact to our client. However, please be aware of any email correspondence coming from anyone claiming to be an employee of Thorntons Investments contacting you with an…
Continue ReadingIt is with deep and profound regret we must announce the death of our dear friend and colleague, Jeremy Dufton. Jeremy passed away during the afternoon of 1st January 2021 after a period of ill health. He leaves his dear wife Dawn, his beloved son Adam and step son James . Jeremy joined Thorntons Investments…
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