#uk-finance

#uk-finance

The CBI urges bold action to revitalize London’s equity markets, suggesting the removal of share purchase stamp duty and greater flexibility on executive pay.

Equity release allows homeowners aged 55+ to access tax-free cash from their property without selling it, offering a practical financial solution for many.

The commitment is subject to fiduciary duty and consumer duty, meaning investments will prioritize return over patriotic sentiment unless government structures align favorably.

Even when the £222bn is adjusted for inflation, this shows an above-inflation increase of just under a third (28%), suggesting that Brits are putting more into the stock market to make their money work harder.