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Stephen Hill
Stephen Hill is a businessman who has been published on classical economics and on European philology and philosophy.
Balls to Stress Tests!
They announced the stress tests' results now so everyone could enjoy the holidays as though all was right with their world.
Spain Reigns
As Beckenbauer said, the English have learnt nothing under Fabio, as they still kick the ball aimlessly forward in the air.
Tax Luxury Goods
If an increase in VAT is introduced, it would be better that a luxury rate of 25% is introduced for higher-value items.
Thar We Blow!
HMS Coalition had a bit of bother in harbour as she was readied for her 5-year voyage to Erewhon, wherever that is.
Sell in May, Go Away
A bail-out package was announced of €750.0 billion but it wasn’t even a sticking-plaster, it was a fig-leaf.
The IMF on stand-by
Just as in 1976, it is also clear that Labour has left the nation bankrupt once again, only more so this time.
The Recession, Receding?
There are encouraging signs that the recession of 2009 is over, but where is the all-important US economy?
Tyranny of the minorities
And now the political class dare not tell the truth. Why? Because democracy in Britain is now subject to the Tyranny of the Minorities.
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I currently earn over £200,000 per annum and have a portfolio of investments that are actively managed. The gains exceed the annual allowance by a considerable margin. Following the increase in the rate of Capital Gains Tax to 28% announced in the emergency budget, is there anything I can do to reduce my tax bill?
A
One of the simplest things to do would be set up an Offshore Bond to hold your investment portfolio. An Offshore Bond has a number of advantages, including ease of administration, tax deferral and simple access to a range of assets. One of the main drawbacks of managing a portfolio independently is the burden of administration and record keeping.
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