Thorntons Wealth is proud to support Trilogy Cycling Club and their brand-new endurance mountain bike event, 5 at the Castle, held on Saturday 18th in the stunning grounds of Glamis Castle. More than 50 riders took to the trails to compete in the first-ever MTB endurance event to be staged within the Glamis estate. Riders…
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Navigating the financial landscape often feels like trying to predict the weather months in advance. You might have a general idea of the seasons, but the daily fluctuations remain a mystery. This uncertainty often paralyses decision-making about significant decisions, such as retirement, investments or gifting assets to loved ones. It is difficult to know whether…
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Thorntons Wealth and Drumnor Investments are holding a charity quiz, inviting all our colleagues and connections in the Dundee area to come along on Tuesday 12th May, 8pm at The Fort Hotel in Broughty Ferry. Full details can be found here: Charity Quiz Night. If you’re a regular quizzer, or just fancy helping raise money…
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Trusts are a cornerstone of effective financial planning, providing a secure way to protect wealth, support loved ones and manage the transfer of assets. Despite their significance, many people remain unclear about what trusts are and how they work. So, what exactly is a trust, and why should it matter to you? A trust is…
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The world feels more uncertain than ever, with 83% of UK adults agreeing that life has become less predictable, according to research[1]. This growing unease is reshaping how people view their finances, with six in ten (59%) feeling less confident about their financial future because of recent changes in the UK. From inflation to energy…
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International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognise, celebrate and thank the incredible women who make a difference every day. At Thorntons Wealth and Thorntons Investment Holdings, we are proud of the women who work across our business. Their expertise, dedication and professionalism play an essential role in supporting our clients, strengthening our teams and shaping our culture. Today, we celebrate the women who…
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The Chancellor, Rachel Reeves, delayed her Autumn 2025 Budget until 26 November, creating a second consecutive protracted period of pre-Budget speculation. The late timing also meant her Spring 2026 Forecast has arrived just under fourteen weeks after her previous parliamentary set piece. The Spring Forecast 2026
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Recent research shows a significant change in savings attitudes, with over half of UK Cash Individual Savings Account (ISA) holders willing to explore the investment market. For the 2025/26 tax year, this offers a notable chance for savers to grow their wealth beyond the returns from traditional cash accounts. Since their introduction over twenty years…
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Yesterday, the Drumnor Progressive portfolio was placed second out of 342 growth portfolios for performance to the end of December. This is based on three-year performance data from Defaqto. Again, congratulations to the Drumnor team for achieving these results and recognition. To read the FTAdviser article which was originally published on the 11th February 2026,…
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Considering the later years of your life is an essential part of financial planning, especially when it involves how your assets will be distributed after you pass away. Many people think about gifting their dependents or family members an early inheritance. However, this requires careful planning and a solid understanding of inheritance tax rules to…
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