June 29, 2026

J.Barnes

Insurance

Almost two-thirds of consumers are open to advice when purchasing insurance, despite preference for self-led research

UK health and life insurer, The Exeter, has today released new data highlighting the value that financial advisers offer when consumers are researching

Read More
Insurance

How to save on health insurance as prices continue to rise – The Irish Times

It hasn’t been a good week for people with health insurance as both Laya Healthcare and Irish Life Health rolled out price hikes

Read More
Investments

Competing influences – Unpacking China’s green investments in South Asia · Global Voices

Given its complicated relation with India, China is seeking to leverage other countries in South Asia to increase its soft power in the

Read More
Tax

Pensioners could save thousands in tax by taking just £1 out of savings

Emergency tax codes could be adding thousands onto tax bills for people withdrawing their pensions, but taking just £1 out first could cut

Read More
Fund

Lawyer’s bequest to fund six new homes in Haddington

Solicitor John Richardson wanted his legacy to include cottages built in his home town of Haddington to house “deserving” people free of charge,

Read More
Fund

Swedish pension fund invests in Israeli firm linked to white phosphorus production: Report

ISTANBUL Swedish pension money has been invested in an Israeli chemical company accused of producing white phosphorus, a substance condemned by human rights

Read More
Insurance

Nearly two-thirds of consumers would opt for advice when buying an insurance deal

Around 64% of consumers said they would prefer to buy an insurance product following advice from a mortgage, wealth or financial adviser,

Read More
Wealth Management

Smokers in Ireland will lose almost 5m years of life and cost health system €20bn, study finds – The Irish Times

Current smokers in Ireland will collectively lose almost five million years of life and 2.5 million years of productivity, leading to healthcare costs

Read More
Fund

Two metals, one fund: Diversifying with gold and silver

For generations, gold has been considered a symbol of potential stability for Indian investors, regardless of gender or socio-economic status. Its value has

Read More
Fund

POLL: Should energy cash be used to fund tunnels?

Millions of pounds of community benefit from energy developments is already flowing into Shetland – and there is likely to be much more

Read More