Victoria Ross – Illustration by Dan MurrellIt often comes as a surprise to clients that markets, and their investments overall, have been relatively buoyant over the past year. Global geopolitical instability is emotionally unsettling, but the impact on most markets — and therefore on their own financial plans — is often limited. Victoria Ross: The wealth journey is more achievable with a guideClients can also overestimate the effect of a change in government or legislation. Ultimately, our goal is to keep clients’ plans on track so they achieve their objectives. Time and again, clients tell us that peace of mind over their financial security is the most valuable wealth we can deliver.