In the intellectual property race, China is catching up

  KEY INSIGHTS China has surpassed the US and other countries to become the top global source of chemistry patents. Patents are seen as a proxy for economic value and power. The quality of China’s patents lags that of many other countries, but it is improving rapidly. Last year saw the publication of 1,045,283 patent documents with the International Patent…

Howden to acquire employee benefits consultancy arm of Evelyn Partners

Evelyn Partners has agreed to sell Evelyn Partners Financial Services (EPFS), its employee benefits consultancy arm, to Howden, the global insurance intermediary group. The transaction, which is subject to regulatory approval, is expected to complete in the first quarter of 2026. Evelyn Partners said the sale is part of its strategic decision to “refocus solely on wealth management” and follows…

The shifting market doesn’t mean you can’t invest in property

At Thrings, our residential property team has guided clients across Hampshire through many market cycles. While this moment is more measured than the post-pandemic boom, there are still clear reasons for optimism – especially if you prepare well and seek the right advice. Property markets are cyclical. After the frenetic pace of 2020–21, a cool-down was inevitable. Higher borrowing costs…

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