Justin Urquhart Stewart, director and co-founder of investment provider 7IM, said that the UK economy was weakening and the economic cycle - and not Brexit - was the main culprit although he agreed Brexit had unnerved international investors.

Donald Trump will officially become president of the USA later today when the grand inauguration ceremony takes place.

Donald Trump’s policies and the Federal Reserve’s reaction to their impact will be the biggest risk for investors in the New Year, says a global advice firm’s boss.

Donald Trump’s triumph in the US Presidential race could be good for American markets and growth but there are uncertain times ahead, Financial Planners say.