Insights
Our experts provide their insights on the latest industry developments and share tips on accountancy and business matters.
Donald McNaught and Torquil Murray
15 November 2023
Top 10 tips for contractors to avoid contract disputesWhile the last thing any contractor wants is to be caught in a dispute over non-payment, these things can happen. As in every walk of life, prevention is much better than cure and in this guest blog, Torquil Murray has provided his top 10 tips for contractors where good day to day practices can help avoid later disputes.
Colin Macdonald
Johnston Carmichael Tech Advisory Board Member
31 October 2023
UK games sector primed for growth despite layoffs and economic challenges throughout 2023It would be easy to believe that the outlook for the games sector is all doom and gloom based on recent headlines about record numbers of layoffs in the sector, however despite current economic conditions, the gaming sector is primed for growth. Colin Macdonald, Johnston Carmichael Tech Advisory Board Member, explains further and questions the steps which could be taken to retain talent.
30 October 2023
Market Commentary October 2023Working in conjunction with our investment research partners, Square Mile, they have prepared a quarterly market commentary report and a video covering quarter three. In this video, Daniel Pereira, Investment Manager at Square Mile, discusses the outlook for inflation and interest rates.
Michael Larg
Business Advisory Manager
30 October 2023
Three important considerations for rural businesses in the country sports sectorWhilst country sports contribute greatly to our rural economies, those operating within this sector are often plagued by the ever-changing and more challenging political and fiscal landscape. Johnston Carmichael’s Rural team support many rural businesses in navigating these challenges, and below we’ve highlighted a few common themes to be considered:
Abbie Dickson
Audit Assistant
26 October 2023
My JC Path: From summer intern to Audit AssistantIn the summer of 2022, Abbie Dickson joined Johnston Carmichael as part of our summer internship programme. Now, after graduating from the University of Strathclyde, where she was also one of our JC Campus Ambassadors, Abbie returns as an Audit Assistant in our Glasgow office. Here, she reflects on her JC Path so far and how she’s enjoying being back, working as part of our Audit team.
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