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Recent market turbulence rocks the markets, but Accession maintains a ‘business as usual’ approach

Amy Woolliscroft24th April 2025
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It has been a turbulent and, in some cases, unsettling, start to the new tax year, with markets worldwide feeling the effects of President Trump’s tariff policy. As chartered financial planners, rural-based Accession, have been reassuring their clients to sit tight and stick to their long-term plans, rather than making any sudden knee-jerk investment decisions.

Financial adviser, Emma Wilcock, says: “We know that times like this can cause anxiety for our clients, and there is a huge temptation to act or ‘do something’. But from experience, we know that doing nothing can also be just as important.

“Market noise and the widespread media coverage, which often has an alarmist tone, can be really overwhelming and distract you from your original financial plan and goals. But that’s where we come in as advisers, to remind you to stay focused on your long-term goals, stay resilient, and take comfort from the fact that your portfolios are carefully managed and diversified to help counter any market rollercoasters.”

Whether the markets look peaceful, or they are exposed to some volatility, Accession maintain the following beliefs:

  • Political and economic turbulence will always create short-term noise, but long-term investors should maintain ‘business as usual’ approach and stick to their long-term plan.
  • Diversification and discipline are the biggest advantages of building a financial plan with a financial adviser, receiving regular advice, and allowing yourself to navigate uncertainty with trusted advice.
  • Emotional reactions more often than not can lead to poor investment outcomes – sticking to the plan can be the biggest strength of a long-term plan.