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Being financially literate is just as important as knowing how to read and write, says Annamaria Lusardi, a leading expert on financial literacy who teaches at Stanford University. Her advice to parents? They should speak openly with their children about money.

Successful family-owned businesses show that the keys to longevity are not size or fast growth, but a commitment to quality, adaptability, and family values.

Approximately one fifth of British businesses are led by women, however there is a significant funding gap for female entrepreneurs. Research demonstrates that £250 billion could be added to the UK economy if women started and scaled business at the same rate as their male counterparts.

We explore the reasons for rising geopolitical uncertainty and explain our approach to investing in an uncertain world.

Warren Buffett famously stated that he plans to give away 99% of his wealth, leaving his children with enough to do anything, but not too much to do nothing. Many of us grapple with the question of how much to give and when to give it, ensuring that wealth enhances rather than hinders personal and professional development of the next generation.

The start of 2025 has brought on the usual surge in health goals such as committing to diets or setting audacious fitness challenges. This week, we look at how artificial intelligence (AI) is driving technological advances in the health and wellness industries, and the impact these will have for generations to come.

With the new year upon us, we are pleased to reshare some highlights from the 2024 weekly Brief series. From the ethical consumption of superfoods to the optimisation of sleep and the role of governments in nature conservation, these were the pieces you loved the most.

At LGT, giving back is a key part of our philosophy. As a growing business in the wealth management sector, we believe it is our responsibility to use our resources to make a positive social impact within the wider community and support causes that are helping to tackle important issues.

The upcoming Autumn Budget may introduce significant changes to Capital Gains Tax, Inheritance Tax and pension taxation to address a £22 billion shortfall. Learn more about the possible changes and planning steps.

Superstitions like Friday the 13th can affect financial markets, whereby investors allow psychological factors to influence their decision making on these supposedly unlucky days. It’s important to stay aware of how emotions and biases can affect your choices