AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWealth & Inequality: The World Inequality Lab’s Global Justice Report argues a fairer future is possible within planetary limits, calling for rapid decarbonisation, big cuts in wealth gaps, and a shift in consumption—projecting the poorest half’s share of global wealth could rise sharply while billionaires’ share falls. UK Pensions: Martin Lewis warns women aged 41–90 may be owed “substantial sums” after an HMRC National Insurance/state pension error, with the government reportedly stopping outreach so affected people may need to pursue claims themselves. Retirement Planning: A UK pensions explainer highlights how defined contribution plans and fewer forced annuities mean more people must manage drawdown risk themselves, with guidance framed around key planning numbers. India Markets: Foreign investors (FIIs) are selling Indian equities at a faster pace than last year, with the driver mix including geopolitics, higher US rates, and capital rotating toward AI. Pension Access in India: EPFO is expanding doorstep Life Certificate collection via postmen using biometric verification, aiming to keep pension payments flowing for seniors who can’t easily visit offices. Personal Finance Basics: A UK accountant urges savers to focus on realistic annual targets and practical habits to build savings despite cost-of-living pressure. Climate & Aid: Oxfam-Africa says inequality remains extreme, pointing to billionaires holding more wealth than half the continent, while it continues life-saving support and pushes for policy change.
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