Monthly Archives: March 2025
Fat and old? That’s why I want semaglutides (and a pension) chaps!
I suspect that the article by Patrick Jenkins in today’s FT was prompted by our friend (LCP’s) Stuart McDonald. Patrick has “discovered” that American sixty year olds are taking to miracle cures like weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy … Continue reading
The Spring Statement will be as boring as the Chancellor can afford
It is not my habit to steal BBC articles, but this by Laura Kuenssberg seems a marker for what we will get. I will do a budget special on April 1st for Pension PlayPen as no one else wants to! … Continue reading
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Productivity from the City desk!
I am amazed to find out just how much food is thrown away here in the City of London. I found out from this bunch that I could become a food-saving hero by swiping my phone. To all, like me, … Continue reading
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I’m going to get enlightened, the Scottish way!
It’s been three months since I left hospital (Kings College) and apart from Christmas, which was part of my bargain with the people who care for me today, I have worked since then. Unfortunately, my body hasn’t properly healed and … Continue reading
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Stronger UK markets fed by UK growth-fired pensions.
The The London Stock Exchange is arguing that UK companies are seeking US stock market listings for the wrong reasons and ignoring the risks they take by listing in America. • Directors risk personal criminal liability for accounting errors under … Continue reading
Most people are “expected and supported” to work , pay tax and retire.
The largest increases in claims for health-related benefits in recent years have been driven by rising claims from young people, and more than half of the rise since 2019 stems from an increase in claims relating to mental health or … Continue reading
Value for morning with a true communicator.
I’m doing a morning listening to Ian Beestin on the VFM podcast. I’ve been listening to all these pods but frankly I haven’t had a good reason to bring your attention to them, the hosts have interesting people but they … Continue reading
Ian Beestin to cheer up sad politicians this morning!
Is Rachel Reeves looking a bit like this Prime Minister at the thought of tomorrow? Well perhaps she should come to the Pension PlayPen for a joyful morning. I’ve had a lot of fun recently from Ian Beestin both … Continue reading
Still fighting the demon alcohol? Think of your pension!
Here is an extraordinary statistic from an article in the FT Global drink stocks have sunk almost 8 per cent in the 12 months to February. Alcohol shares now trade at a significant discount to the rest of the consumer … Continue reading
The Office of National Statistics pension reports are for the young of this country
This blog refers to an article by Mary McDougall published today and readable from this link. A free read is on this link – if you a non-subscriber. If the free shares have run out, please contact henry@agewage.com . The … Continue reading