Welcome to the Autumn 2026 Issue of Confidant, which contains the usual broad range of opinion, insight and investment ideas. Highlights;
Paul Killik reveals his key concerns about tax policy ahead of the Budget
Rachel Winter analyses the latest quarter for investors
Martin Maloney zooms in on mid-cap stocks
Gordon Smith explains the fund opportunities in Japan
Mat Malek breaks down recent bond price and yield volatility
Julian Chester discusses his new role and how to deal with trickier markets
We talk to Dr Eliza Philby about the UK’s growing “inheritocracy”
Charlie Maclean investigates mounting woes for buy-to-let investors
Tim Bennett looks ahead to 2027 and offers some key educational insights