Insights

Bowmore Financial Planning named in the Citywire New Model Adviser Top 100 for the third year running

We’re pleased to share that Bowmore Financial Planning has been named one of Citywire New Model Adviser’s Top 100 firms for 2026, marking our third consecutive year on the list.

Buy-to-let property sale losses rise 32% to £1.1bn

Drilling in the North Sea

The UK government approved the Jackdaw gas field in the North Sea with first gas expected before the end of the month

Starlink: from broadband to your back pocket?

Starlink is a division of SpaceX, which raised $75bn at IPO in June this year and currently trades at a 5% discount to its opening price1

Jonathan Webster-Smith Named in Citywire Wealth Manager Top 100 2026

We are delighted to announce that Jonathan Webster-Smith, Chief Investment Officer and Managing Director of Bowmore Asset Management, has been selected for the Citywire Wealth Manager Top 100 2026.

Clients are using AI to ask better questions about their portfolios

Speaking to FT Adviser, Jonathan Webster-Smith, Chief Investment Officer at Bowmore Asset Management, shared his observations on how the way clients engage with their wealth manager is beginning to change.

Uk Charity Sector

Figures from the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF), suggest the British public donated a huge £14.0b to charity in 2025.

Three Charts in Three Minutes - Q3 2026

The following charts illustrate Bowmore's outlook for markets in Q3 2026. Use the tabs to navigate for quick, scroll-friendly insights.

India: The Price of Cheap Oil

India’s GDP grew 7.7% in Fiscal Year 2026 (1 April 2025 to 31 March 2026) 1 and 7.8% in Q1 FY27 (1 April to 30 June 2026).

Bowmore Asset Management surpasses £500m in assets under management

We are delighted to announce that Bowmore Asset Management has surpassed £500m in assets under management.

Private investors see an estimated £2.8bn fall in gilt holdings since 2020

Bowmore Asset Management receives the 2026 ARC Research 3D Award, recognising our commitment to transparency, engagement and integrity.

Guilt by Association

The EU and Canada are exploring a conceptual ‘associate membership’ expected to result in closer ties.