Global Market Commentary: Key Trends in Q2 2025
As we reach the midpoint of 2025, global markets have shown a notable degree of resilience, even as geopolitical events, mixed economic data, and shifting interest rate expectations have kept investors on edge. Our Head of Investment Chris Wheeler explores how the second quarter of the year was shaped by three key themes: Geopolitical [...]
What the Israel-Iran Conflict Means For Your Investments.
Tensions in the Middle East have taken a significant turn following US-led airstrikes on nuclear and military facilities inside Iran over the weekend. According to Reuters, the strikes targeted infrastructure linked to Iran’s nuclear programme, including sites near Isfahan, as well as suspected missile storage and development locations. The action marks a major escalation [...]
Adviser Insights from Independent Financial Adviser Gerard McVeigh
We took some time out with Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) Gerard McVeigh to talk about why he got into financial services and how curiosity, empathy and proactive planning are central to helping people feel more confident about their future. How did you get into Financial Services? Before becoming an IFA, I’ve spent much of [...]
MPA welcomes Lauren Cassidy as Client Services Associate
In May, Lauren Cassidy was appointed to MPA as a Client Services Associate, as part of our busy Client Services team. Lauren joins our experienced team who provide a primary point of contact for our clients and offer fantastic support to our expanding group of Independent Financial Advisers (IFAs). From collating information and documentation [...]
MPA Creates Client Services Team
As part of MPA’s client-first approach and ongoing commitment to delivering excellent service, we’re making some changes to our support team to reflect the broad roles they play within our business. Our experienced administration team provide a primary point of contact for our clients and support to our expanding group of Independent Financial Advisers [...]
Exam Success for Trainee Junior Adviser Jack Burton
As part of his ongoing professional development, MPA’s trainee junior adviser Jack Burton has successfully completed the Chartered Insurance Institute (CII) modules in Investment Planning and Discretionary Investment Management. The exam in Investment Planning (AF4) is designed to develop in depth financial planning skills related to investments and the management of investment portfolios. Jack [...]
IFA Gerard McVeigh joins the MPA team
In January we welcomed Independent Financial Adviser (IFA), Gerard McVeigh to MPA, to further strengthen our team providing financial planning and wealth management advice. The primary focus of his new role is to help clients achieve their short, medium and long-term financial goals. Gerard strives to accomplish this by taking the time to truly [...]
What Trump’s Tariffs Mean for Your Investments
Global markets have taken a sharp downturn this week following the imposition of sweeping new tariffs by the US government. As investors react to escalating trade tensions, it's important to understand what's driving the volatility—and how long-term investment plans should respond. At MPA, we’ve been monitoring these developments closely, and we want to share [...]
Understanding Pension Withdrawals
The upcoming changes to pensions announced in The Chancellors autumn budget have prompted many people to reassess their financial plan and look at ways they can withdraw money from their pension. We have seen an increase in enquiries from clients looking to understand how the changes may impact their retirement plans. The impact on [...]