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Thinking about our loved ones ageing – and the challenges that may come with it – is not always at the top of our priority list. It’s a difficult topic – one that many of us prefer not to confront until it’s absolutely necessary.

In May we saw geopolitical risks continue to loom large and add to the volatility in global equity markets. Specifically, in the Eurozone. Italy is having difficulties forming a government and the rise of populist anti-euro parties are gaining momentum. This is causing concerns that Italy may leave the Euro and is adding more uncertainty to European markets.