As pension funds increasingly allocate to private equity, private credit, infrastructure and real assets, the focus shifts from whether to invest in private markets to the more nuanced challenge of how to...
The UK pensions landscape is transforming rapidly. Trusteeship faces rising expectations from regulators, policymakers, and sponsors, requiring a balance of fiduciary duties, regulatory demands, costs, and diversity of skills. The December 2025...
As we enter 2026 following a year of increased polarisation for sustainable finance, the responsible investment landscape continues to evolve and recalibrate. Global economic pressures, political polarisation, and urgent climate realities mean...
In this special edition of a Scottish Widows podcast, host Robert Cochran, innovation & engagement specialist is joined by Scottish Widows CEO Chira Barua for a fast-paced, insightful and often surprising conversation...
Geopolitical tensions have dominated headlines in early 2026, from US-Europe tariff threats to developments involving Iran, Venezuela and the Arctic region. Against such a backdrop, it’s natural to question whether this year’s...
Matt Brennan, head of asset allocation at Scottish Widows, considers some of the broad opportunities and challenges that could potentially impact investment markets in 2026. Global markets have entered 2026 against a...
AI is rapidly becoming a key influence on how people make financial decisions. With ChatGPT now one of the world’s most‑visited websites, many employees are already using generative AI to research pension...
The chancellor’s announcement of a proposed £2,000 National Insurance restriction on salary sacrifice (or salary exchange as it’s sometimes known) in November’s Budget has raised numerous questions across the financial services industry...
The outcomes of the global climate conference, known as COPs, send the policy signals that shape investment risks and opportunities. A clear signal helps create a more certain and stable policy environment...
Aside from my day job supporting workplace pension clients and members I am driven to support women’s financial empowerment and doing what I can to help effect change. Whether it’s leading our...
