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Wealth Wise is the financial planning podcast from abrdn. Hosted by Fraser Kerr, Regional Director, with a panel of experts, we focus on a range of topics such as retirement planning, the cost of living, investment markets and estate planning, bringing you the conversations and collective insights to help you achieve more every day.

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January 31, 2025Episode 126 min

Outlook 2025

Join our host, Fraser Kerr, Head of Financial Consultants, as he sits down with Political Economist Lizzy Galbraith and Senior Investment Analyst Tom Watts. Together, they'll delve into the economic outlook for 2025 and explore everything from Trump, tariffs and the US to Europe and the potential tax implications that lie ahead.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

December 17, 2024Episode 1723 min

Wrapping up 2024

As we bid farewell to 2024, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past year and set our sights on the future. Join our host Fraser Kerr and return guests Tom Watts, Senior Investment Analyst, and Keith Dunsmuir, Senior Financial Planner, for this special episode where we discuss the highs and lows of 2024 and share practical tips for planning a prosperous future.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors at the time of publication. The information is based on our understanding as of December 2024.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

November 27, 2024Episode 1625 min

Client spotlight

This month, Fraser Kerr is joined by two of our wonderful clients, Murray and Amanda Bothwell. They discuss the value they find in having a trusted abrdn financial planner by their side and the role it has played in helping them shape their financial decisions.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors at the time of publication. The information is based on our understanding as of November 2024.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

November 1, 2024Episode 1532 min

Autumn Budget round-up

Tune in to our Autumn Budget round-up, featuring insights from Lizzy Galbraith, Political Economist, and Martin Young, Managing Director at abrdn Financial Planning. In this episode, we cover the key changes from Labour’s Autumn Budget – and how they could impact you.Important information:This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors at the time of publication. The information is based on our understanding as at 31 October 2024.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

October 18, 2024Episode 1425 min

The October effect - myth or fact?

Markets have notoriously been spooked in the month of October. But is October really worse than any other month? We’re joined by Senior Investment Analyst, Tom Watts, to delve into the history of market crashes and explore whether there’s any truth to October being a particularly volatile month for markets. This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

September 27, 2024Episode 1328 min

How financial literacy makes a difference

This month, we’re joined by senior financial planners Lewis MacLennan and Keith Dunsmuir to discuss the impact of low financial literacy in the UK. We’ll explore how those with low financial literacy are less likely to have savings or a pension compared to their more financially literate peers, even with similar incomes. We also delve into strategies for improving financial literacy as highlighted in abrdn's open letter to the Secretary of State for Education, calling for enhanced financial education in schools.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

August 22, 2024Episode 1245 min

Inspirational women in finance

This month we're joined by CEO of the Wisdom Council, Anna Lane, and abrdn Regional Director, Cera Taylor. We discuss the research the Wisdom Council do and the importance of consumer understanding, as well as looking at the gender pay gap and the inspirational role these women have in finance.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

July 11, 2024Episode 1132 min

UK election response

Following last week’s general election, we’re joined by our Political Economist, Lizzy Galbraith, who shares her views on the potential implications of the new Labour government.We also take a closer look at the French election results and consider the wider impact of the US presidential race. This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

June 27, 2024Episode 1031 min

How the general election could influence market activity

This month we're joined by our very own Investment Analyst, Tom Watts, as he focusses on the build up to the UK election. Hear how Tom cemented his place in the history books as a cult TV gameshow winner, how he manages life on the team responsible for abrdn’s Model Portfolio Service and how events such as the general election can influence market activity. This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.

May 28, 2024Episode 930 min

Interview with Richard Wilson, CEO at ii

This month we get down to brass tacks with Richard Wilson, CEO at interactive investor and of Personal Wealth abrdn. Richard shares his outlook on financial planning, his personal motivations and key insights into his own financial behaviours.This podcast is provided for information only and does not constitute advice. If you are unsure of any of the terminology used, you should seek financial advice. Tax rules can always change in the future. Your own circumstances and where you live in the UK could have an impact on tax treatment. The value of investments can go down as well as up, and could be worth less than what was paid in. The views in this podcast are those of the contributors as at the time of publication.