Iran war accelerates ‘Regrexit’ as wealthy UK expats weigh a return

The Iran war is accelerating 'Regrexit', a trend where wealthy UK expats consider returning to the UK, due to difficulties in adjusting to new lifestyles and marital problems in low-tax jurisdictions. This may have implications for UK property and luxury goods markets. The conflict also has broader market implications, particularly for assets sensitive to geopolitical risk.

• Geopolitical tensions and conflict in Iran
• Wealthy UK expats returning to the UK
• Potential increase in demand for safe-haven assets

The escalation of the Iran war could lead to increased demand for safe-haven assets such as gold (XAU) and potentially the British pound (GBP), while putting pressure on riskier assets like stocks, especially those in the Middle East or with exposure to the region. Wealthy expats returning to the UK could boost the UK property market and luxury goods sector, benefiting companies like Berkeley Group (BKG) and Burberry (BRBY).