The Personal Investor: Recent Episodes
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With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor is the essential weekly investing podcast for smart investors. Join Ed Monk as he explores investing, financial news, stock markets and economics.
With his 360˚ view of the world of investment, Ed provides a well-balanced take on the latest developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week - is the US market undergoing a reality check? A sell-off in April, and a nasty dip for the magnificent 7 last week in particular, have investors asking that question. What’s driving it - and it is it all bad news?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In the markets this week: shares retreat on geo-political tensions and interest rate fears; and earnings season gets into full swing with the Magnificent Seven in focus.
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This week, we’re taking the temperature of markets after a weekend of worrying geopolitical news. How will the tension in the Middle East affect economies - and what can or should investors do to mitigate geopolitical risk?
And then - our semi-regular check in on Premium Bonds - what is the case for them now?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
This week in the markets: shares remain stable in the face of escalating geo-political concerns; the dollar rises as rate cuts are taken off the table; and investors prepare for first quarter earnings season.
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This week, it’s a quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
The questions this time focused on the sustainability of recent market gains, the impact of elections on either side of the Atlantic, the best source of income and much else besides.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity's Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
This week in the markets: UK shares return from the Easter holidays with a spring in their step with oil and gold on the rise; the US ebbs back on rate fears and markets await new inflation and jobs news.
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Today on the show, markets are hitting new highs around the world - what fear should that hold for investors? Well look at what history tells us about investing near the top of the market.
And then - with the end of the financial year in view - we’ll take a mathematical look at that vital question - ISA or pension?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
This week in the markets: shares enjoy the best week in months as central banks signal interest rate cuts; the UK starts to attract bargain hunters; and corporate bonds are in favour as investors seek to lock in higher rates.
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This week, what explains the UK stock market’s pedestrian performance versus its peers over the last two decades - and is there a case that it can, finally, catch up?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
This week in the markets: all eyes on interest rates as central banks meet on either side of the Atlantic and in Japan.
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This week, where can investors look as markets get ever-more concentrated? The dominance of the US stock market - and a small group of companies within that market - means plenty are wondering how to hedge their bets.
Fascinating new analysis offers some answers, and that’s our focus today.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In the markets this week: the rally finally broadens out; bitcoin and gold both hit new records; and the pound rises as UK starts to look safe and boring.
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Today on the show we’re reacting to the Budget - potentially the last set-piece financial statement from the Government before a General Election.
There were eye-catching measures on National Insurance and a new UK ISA for investors to get excited about - but will it be enough to move the dial politically.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week, Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In the markets this week: markets edge further into record territory; the focus shifts from interest rates to earnings; while here in the UK, all eyes are on the Spring Budget.
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This week, the start of the year has been strong for stock markets - but has it been too strong?
Some are beginning to ask whether the extreme gains made at the top of global markets is - in fact - the sign of a ‘melt up’ in share prices - the last leg before the bubble bursts. Are they right?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week, Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In the market this week: bullish sentiment spreads around the world on the back of Nvidia’s blockbuster results announcement; earnings are heading in the right direction; and global house prices bounce back.
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This week, how worried should investors be that the UK has now fallen into recession? How have markets typically behaved when the economy starts to shrink and what can investors do to ride it out?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In the markets this week: are we re-running the dot.com bubble; how are investors playing the China rout; and how have investors revised their interest rate expectations?
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This week, how much do you need to give yourself a comfortable retirement, and will you need to work into your 70s to get it?
There have been important contributions to the debate on the future of retirement in the past week and they are our focus today.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week, Fidelity's Emma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Will UK and US data gives us an update on when we can expect interest rates to start falling in the UK and the US.
A trio of speeches by central bankers, including the Bank of England’s Andrew Bailey will be closely watched. And keep an eye out for updates from the UK’s utilities companies, the European banks and US consumer goods manufacturers.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Jerome Powell pours cold water on optimistic interest rate hopes; tech stocks surge on the back of strong results; and China polarises the bulls and bears.
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This week, we’re splitting our attention between two stories from this week - first, the latest round of rate-setting meetings on both sides of the Atlantic. Will the market get what it wants with some dovish words from central bankers?
And then we’ll take a look at China, where the stock market has been a disappointment for its backers over the past year - but does now represent a good time to buy?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: central banks are back in focus as the Fed and Bank of England unveil rate decisions; earnings season shines the spotlight on the Magnificent Seven; and will the demise of Evergrande mark peak pessimism for the Chinese stock market?
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This week - when should you sell an investment? So much of our energy as investors is focussed on what, and when, to buy - but knowing when, and when not, to sell is just as important.
That’s our focus today - as well as rounding up the state of markets three weeks onto a new year.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
This week in the markets: the S&P 500 reaches a new all-time high but without conviction as investors question whether the 2023 Santa Rally went too far too fast.
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This week - how can investors work the dominance of the Magnificent 7 giants to their advantage? Those remarkable tech companies at the top of the US stock market have driven the bulk of returns and were a saving grace for investors last year.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Airstrikes on Houthi rebels in Yemen re-ignite inflation fears; bitcoin joins the investment mainstream; and the US election kicks off in Iowa.
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This week, it’s a Quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
And as 2024 gets underway, the questions this time reflect the delicate moment that markets find themselves in - some hope that the recovery can continue but some fear as well that the next set-back is around the corner.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the Santa rally turns into a New Year hangover but the focus remains the same: investors are obsessed with the direction of interest rates.
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This week, to welcome in a new year we’ll be giving you eight ways to fix your finances - not just for 2024 but forever. Well, almost.
From clearing debt, to making wills and saving too, there’s bound to be something you can do today to lock in financial benefits for the future.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week, it is our last pod of 2023 and we have a fantastic guest to round off the year.
Claer Barratt is not only the trusted consumer editor of the Financial Times - she’s also a weekly guest of daytime telly queen Lorraine Kelly on ITV, a regular contributor to the BBC, and much else besides. In other words - Claer is one of the most trusted voices on money issues in the UK today and we’re delighted to welcome her to the pod.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Santa Powell fires up a year-end rally as investors welcome the Fed’s nod to rate cuts in 2024.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: as investors wind down to the holiday season, all eyes are on the final central bank meetings of 2023.
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This week - what are the various paths that markets could take next year - and what would each mean for investors?
We’ll attempt this week to put some numbers on the chances of each scenario happening - just don’t call it a prediction.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares and bonds close out a bumper November as investors focus on an earlier than expected cut in interest rates next year.
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Today on the show - as it turns 40 years old, what role should the FTSE 100 play for investors? How has the Footsie changed over the years and what does it say about UK plc?
That’s our focus today - as well as some chat about a jump in the price of gold.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: investors start to look ahead into 2024 with many questions about the future direction of the market as yet unanswered.
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This week - we’re reacting to the Autumn Statement, including a big giveaway to workers, some new incentives for business - but some grim news on growth as well.
Is any of it enough to shift momentum in the economy - or in the polling ahead of an election next year?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the Autumn statement is the main focus on this side of the Atlantic, while the US prepares for a short Thanksgiving Week.
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This week, have we just seen a genuinely game-changing moment in the recovery for economies - and investments?
Inflation has taken a tumble on both sides of the Atlantic. Markets, which had been hopeful that rates have peaked - now seem sure that they have.
What does it all mean for your finances? That’s our focus today.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: inflation is the main focus with price rises forecast to fall back on both sides of the Atlantic; earnings season draws to a positive close; and, here in the UK, attention turns to next week’s Autumn statement.
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This week we’re tackling the big questions before the highly anticipated Autumn Statement on 22 November. Who better to tell us what to expect than our very own Tom Stevenson. Here’s what he has to say.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: hopes that rates have peaked trigger a big market rebound; but attention shifts to whether we are heading into a re-run of the inflationary 1970s.
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This week - we’re rounding up the big news affecting markets this week with interest rate decisions due on both sides of the Atlantic, big movements for gold and an update from the world’s most famous investor.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: stock markets continue to readjust to the new higher for longer environment; and it’s a big week for central banks.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: Markets start the week in a nervy mood; bonds yields rise again on gloomy Fed comments; and big tech limbers up for a big earnings week.
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This week - they are the go-to way to invest tax-efficiently, but there are calls for the government to overhaul the ISA system.
What could be on the agenda when the Chancellor announces his financial plans next month?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: one year on from 2022’s bear market low, where next for shares? And a focus on rotations: how long can the Magnificent Seven dominate the market and when will we see a shift from growth to value and the US to the rest of the world?
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This week, it’s a Quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Recession, cash and hope for a recovery in markets all featured high in the thoughts of Fidelity investors - and that’s our focus today.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week, what financial wisdom would you pass on to the next generation? What lessons, as a seasoned investor, do you wish you’d known when you were starting out?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares suffer their worst quarterly fall in more than a year; the World Bank warns on prospects for China; and is it time to invest in bonds?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares fall for a third week in a row as the Fed signals higher for longer rates; the pound falls back again as UK rates go on hold; meanwhile this week’s focus is European inflation and US and UK growth data.
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Fidelity’s Emma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: much of the focus will be on interest rates with the UK and the US central banks about to announce their latest decisions. UK house prices will be under scrutiny again and so will the UK retail sector as a handful of major retailers report.
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This week, what was the best year to retire - in recent history at least? We’ve been putting a lot of thought into that question - and into finding out why timing matters when it comes to turning your savings into an income in retirement.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: markets pause for breath ahead of the traditionally nervous September/October period; US inflation and European interest rates are the main focus; and China casts a lengthening shadow.
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This week, what do falling house prices mean, not only for buyers and sellers, but for the economy and for those investing in property?
Why do we have such an attachment to bricks and mortar and could decades of property price growth finally be coming to an end?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: markets cheer the growing likelihood of a soft-landing next year in the US; the UK performed better through Covid than previously thought; and Beijing ramps up stimulus as investors turn their back on China.
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This week, investors cannot have failed to notice that the burgeoning stock market rally that was going along quite nicely this year has come to a halt.
Why is that, and will the pause in progress last? That’s our focus today.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: investors assess Powell’s Jackson Hole message; China tries to rebuild confidence as post-Covid slump continues; and inflation finally starts to fall back in the UK.
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This week, we’re talking tax and in particular those taxes that affect wealth built up over many decades - both Inheritance Tax and Capital Gains Tax are high on the list of concerns of long-term investors - but which should worry them more?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: all eyes are on the Jackson Hole summit in one of the quietest weeks of the year in markets; pressure rises on Beijing to stimulate China’s slowing economy; meanwhile the summer correction continues in equity markets.
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Fidelity’s Emma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: market watchers keep a close eye on Wednesday's UK inflation data, while over in the US the Federal Reserve releases the minutes from its July meeting.
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This week, can we now say that we are back in a bull market - and if we can - why have many ordinary investors missed out on it?
Stock markets are well on their way to recovering all of the painful losses of 2022 - so why have so many of us spent the year so far effectively on the sidelines?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: equities pause as investors weigh up rising bond yields and still falling earnings; and commodities rise as the war in Ukraine intensifies.
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This week, are contrarians about to enjoy a long-awaited day in the sun? Value investors have been betting on some big trends in markets going into reverse but they have been made to wait for a pay-off - is that about to change?
Plus, we’ll look forward to an update on interest rates this week.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: markets notch up a third week of gains on hopes for lower inflation and an interest rate peak; so far so good for earnings season; and Japan begins a historic shift in monetary policy.
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This week, how should turning 60 change how you invest? Our very own Tom Stevenson is closing in on that milestone and has some wisdom to pass on.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the floodgates open on earnings season; a big week for interest rate announcements; and the UK starts to play catch up.
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This week, we’re looking at the two of the big influences on share prices right now - the macro environment of inflation and rates, and the micro influence of the actual money being made at companies.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the investment glass remains half full as lower inflation and, so far, good earnings reports suggest the bull market could have further to go.
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This week, it’s a quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Questions this time were dominated by themes of inflation, interest rates and their knock on effects to portfolios.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: All eyes on earnings season as stocks and bonds part company.
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This week, how are markets - and investors - doing at the half-way point of 2023? In all sorts of ways, expectations have been defied this year - why is that, and what comes next?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Emma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: all eyes on the latest US jobs data and earnings updates from retailers this side of the Atlantic.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: investors shift their focus from equities to bonds as persistent inflation makes the case for higher for longer interest rates.
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This week, can we really have returned to a bull market? By the technical definition of that term, US shares have put last year’s bear market behind them and are back on the front foot - so why doesn’t it feel like it?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the UK is in focus with house prices, inflation and interest rates in the spotlight; more data suggests the US bull market has legs; weak Chinese growth spills over into Europe; and the ongoing 60/40 debate.
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This week, should the rise of AI be a cause for optimism, or fear? That’s a question relevant to economies and societies - but also the stock market as well.
That’s our focus this week, along with the other major news on US interest rates.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: All eyes are on interest rates this week and next; and, having risen 20% since last October’s low point, investors are asking: are we now in a new bull market?
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This week, we’re taking a look at two assets that are enjoying a bit of a moment after years of being shunned by investors.
Firstly, there’s money market funds - these tortoises of the investing world are suddenly receiving hare-like levels of interest.
And then, we’ll visit Japan, where decades of deflation and stumbling recoveries are - at last - being reversed.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Emma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update, is the rally on Wall St enough to calm jitters, despite the ongoing battle with inflation and ever-present recession fears? Will bargain-seeking holidaymakers make this a bumper summer for Wizz Air? And what will become of the CBI?
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This week, a pension at work is the first investing that many of us will ever do - whether we appreciate it at the time it or not.
Engaging with the investment choices made inside your pension tends not to be the highest priority when you’re young - but there’re very good reasons to do it.
We’ll hear today from Fidelity’s Nafeesa Zaman about how she went about that task in her own pension.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: US legislators make breakthroughs on debt ceiling talks; attention shifts to the chances of further interest rate hikes; and UK house prices are in focus on a quiet week for companies.
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This week - have we now passed the worst of the inflation crisis that has been squeezing our finances for more than a year?
Price rises in the UK are now slowing down but it’s happening less quickly than in other countries and there are worrying predictions that we will simply have to get used to higher levels of inflation from here on.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Japan and Germany break out into uncharted territory - will the US follow suit? And all eyes are on inflation as the year-on-year comparisons improve in the UK.
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This week - Europe has emerged as an unlikely frontrunner among global stocks markets over the past year. Often overlooked in favour of the rock star companies of the US, leading continental companies are now enjoying an extended period of success.
Is now the time for UK investors to reassess Europe?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: growth is back in focus as signs of a slowing economy mount on both sides of the Atlantic; and what will that mean for investors from here?
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This week - we’re looking back to the big festivities of last weekend. Not the celebration of King Charles in London but, instead, the celebration of King Warren in Omaha.
The latest meeting of shareholders in Berkshire Hathaway has just taken place with attention, as always, on its 91-year-old chairman and CEO Warren Buffett.
What latest words of wisdom did he have for his devotees in Nebraska? That’s the focus today.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the Bank of England’s interest rate dilemma; the US bumps up against the debt ceiling - again; and earnings season draws to an encouraging close.
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This week - after a period playing catch-up, dividend paying stocks returned to their trusted role of protecting investors’ returns last year.
What are the prospects for dividends now, where can you find them and what does the future hold? Our guest, Ian Mortimer from the Guinness Global Equity Income Fund is here this week to answer those questions.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: looking under the bonnet of a narrowly focused market rally; looking forward to three big central bank meetings; and earnings season continues at full throttle.
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This week, does buy-to-let still work? Renting out a second property became the shortcut to financial security and - in some cases - great wealth for a generation of Brits. But, ructions in the mortgage and property markets have put all that in question.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: can economic and earnings growth justify the market’s strong start to the year?
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This week, it’s a Quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Questions this time covered a wide range of topics with investors searching for clues for how several key stories in markets will play out. Hopefully we’ve got some answers for them.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: a big week for data here in the UK but also in China; earnings season gets into full swing with more banks in focus; and where next for the pound?
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This week, after a long wait are the fortunes for emerging markets finally looking up?
Despite all the advantages they hold, emerging markets have struggled to beat their mainstream counterparts for years - but is that about to change?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: earnings season kicks off again; where next for interest rates; and a new face but unchanged policy at the Bank of Japan.
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This week, what are your new tax year resolutions? After a difficult past 12 months, many investors will be looking for ways to turn over a new leaf as a new financial year gets under way.
What are we doing differently in the 2023/24 tax year?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: A strong start to the year despite recent banking concerns; oil surges as OPEC cuts supply; and is it time for emerging markets to shine again?
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This week, we are seeing the immediate effects that higher interest rates are having on those companies most exposed to them - the banks chief among them. But what is happening to other assets where the link is less obvious?
Gold and commercial property - both popular among retail investors - have seen big price movements in recent weeks and months - what’s going on?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: banking pressures ease but investors still believe the crisis has put an end to the rate hiking cycle.
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This week, a new threat is stalking financial markets right now - a possible new crisis in the banking sector. We’ll examine what’s going on.
And we’ll take a look at last week’s Budget and the changes that will allow more money to be put into pensions.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
It’s a busy week - If you enjoy the show please rate us, share us or leave a comment wherever you get your podcasts.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the global banking crisis rolls over into a third week as UBS snaps up Credit Suisse; all eyes shift to how central banks on both sides of the Atlantic will respond, with rate setting meetings for the Fed and Bank of England; meanwhile the market turmoil shows up in big moves for gold, oil, bonds and gas prices.
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This week, we’re breaking from the normal cycle of markets and economy news to go back to basics and ask - what makes you invest - and what puts you off?
Fidelity colleagues Becks Nunn and Nafeesa Zaman join Ed Monk to talk about the challenges of being a new investor, and the way they’ve found of overcoming them.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Markets are digesting rescue measures aimed at calming banking nerves after the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.
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This week, what can we expect from next week’s Spring Budget?
Jeremy Hunt is facing the usual barrage of demands for changes and reforms to tax and spending plans - but what room does he really have to deliver them?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: markets stabilise after a bruising February; China sets a new growth target; the UK’s stock market outperforms but fails to attract companies; and where next for bonds?
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This week, with stock markets proving volatile, what’s the case for turning to cash instead? And if you do it, where’s the best home for your money?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares suffer their biggest fall since December as inflation looks to be stickier than hoped.
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This week, can you be a successful investor while also being part of the solution to the world’s great challenges?
Investors who put their faith in ESG investing believe that you can. With an increasing number of us looking for investments which will do no harm - can the promise of ESG really match those expectations. With the help of expert Julia Dreblow we hope to answer that question this week.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares pause for breath as bond yields rise and earnings forecasts head lower
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This week, should investors see their glass as half full, or half empty, right now?
We’re looking at two sides of that argument today - with the case for why the market may be getting ahead of itself, on the one hand, and why this could be a great time to invest, on the other.
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Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: inflation is the main focus as markets pause for breath after a strong start to 2023.
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This week, we’re taking in a plethora of news affecting investors including - a new high for the UK stock market, the prospects of a pensions tax break and the case for gold.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the New Year market rally continues despite rising interest rates; and attention shifts to whether earnings and valuations will support the market’s bounce back.
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This week, we’re talking about why this is perhaps the biggest week for stock markets - and economies - so far this year.
Updates on interest rates on both sides of the Atlantic plus results from some of the biggest companies in the world - the outlook for investors could look quite different by the time we hit the weekend.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: a pivotal week for interest rate policy; tech stock earnings are in focus; and China’s re-opening is in the spotlight after the New Year break
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This week - they were the darlings of the stock market for multiple years but 2022 was a disaster for tech companies. Investors who had ridden the rise of tech felt the pain of sudden fails.
Now those giant companies are having to recalibrate their ambitions, cut costs and deal with a much tougher environment - what does that mean for those still invested in tech?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: China starts the year of the rabbit on the front foot; the oil market faces more turmoil as Russian exports are squeezed again; and the final data releases set up key rate setting meetings next week
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This week - will the FTSE 100 break through it’s all time high - and what does it mean if it does?
UK blue-chip shares have started the year with a fair wind - what will it take for them to rise even further this year.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the FTSE 100 approaches a new all-time high; China is in focus ahead of the country’s New Year celebrations; and earnings season gets into its stride
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This week, it’s a Quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Questions this time covered a wide range of topics - with even a hint of optimism creeping into the view of some investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Shares start 2023 on the front foot and earnings are quickly in focus as fourth quarter results season begins.
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This week - what’s needed for markets to take an upward turn in 2023?
Optimists are predicting a pivot in markets once some of the factors that pulled share prices lower last year begin to reverse - but when will that be?
That’s the focus today - if you enjoy the show please rate us, share us or leave a comment wherever you get your podcasts.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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This week, it’s our last of 2022 and we’re looking back on a year that investors would probably like to forget, and forward to 2023 to ask whether things will begin to improve.
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Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: a difficult year comes to a nervous close; just a smattering of data this week; and a few thoughts on the year ahead.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: all eyes on the big central banks for the last rate calls of the year; and the oil price is falling despite Russian supply threats.
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This week - what would you give to be able to buy shares at a big discount to their market value? Believe it or not one common type of investment allows you to do just that - on the face of it at least.
Investment trusts are often the choice of seasoned investors - are they right for you?
That’s the focus today, if you enjoy the show please rate us, share us or leave a comment wherever you get your podcasts.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the Santa rally gets underway as China re-opening hopes and easing interest rate concerns boost sentiment around the world.
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This week - what is on the mind of investors right now? Following a recent live Q&A session we have a pretty good idea, thanks to dozens of questions submitted by Fidelity customers.
We’re dedicating the podcast this week to answering some of them.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Western markets continue to rally on hopes that inflation is peaking; the Fed points to slowing rate increases; but spreading protests hit sentiment in China.
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This week, did the wealthy get off lightly in the Autumn Statement - or are they really shouldering the heaviest burden?
We’ll examine the extra tax being levelled on the better off by the Government.
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Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Wall Street pauses ahead of the run in to Christmas; the dust settles on the Autumn Statement; and the looming slowdown weighs on the oil price
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This week, have markets turned a corner? With little fanfare, global markets enjoyed their best week for two years last week.
What’s behind the rise - and is this just another false dawn for markets?
Plus - we’re looking ahead to the Autumn Statement this week.
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Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: US stocks stage biggest two-day rally since the financial crisis; China bounces back on Covid and property optimism; and the UK braces itself for a tough Autumn budget.
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This week, what do stock markets want from the US midterm elections? With results still being counted, does one party hold the confidence of investors more than the other? Or do markets just want some certainty?
And then a look forward to next week’s Autumn Statement in the UK - and in particular, which of the rumoured tax rises, if any, will come to pass?
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Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: The Fed pulls the plug on another bear market rally; a two-year recession looms in Britain; but China starts to see light at the end of the Covid tunnel.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: markets rally on hopes that peak interest rates are in sight; and the US anticipates market-friendly gridlock after next week’s mid-term elections.
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This week, what is the economic picture facing Prime Minister Rishi Sunak as he becomes the third incumbent in Number 10 this year?
How have markets reacted and how will the UK fare if - or is it when - recession arrives?
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: A third Prime Minister in seven weeks but markets welcome a more stable outlook; Earnings season is in focus in America as mid-term elections loom; and China is under the spotlight as President Xi Jinping consolidates power.
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This week, we’re digesting the latest market movements after the Government reversed its tax plans in order to reassure investors - has it worked?
And then - is it better to be too early, or too late, to a market recovery?
We’re mulling the pros and cons of betting on a rebound in stock markets.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: another day, another U-turn here in the UK; meanwhile, fair value for stock markets falls further as the Fed faces further inflationary pressures; and China sets the scene for the next five years.
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This week, it’s a Quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Questions this time reflected the current nervousness of markets - hopefully Tom’s answers can bring some calm.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: earnings season looms large as investors look for signs that the bear market is approaching the low point.
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This week, what can you do to put your finances on a firmer footing as we enter what’s likely to be a tough few months?
From household bills to investments and your mortgage - what are the questions you need to be asking right now?
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: A government U-turn sees the pound strengthen; Credit Suisse scrambles to reassure markets; and oil resumes its upward path after a cut in OPEC output.
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Do you know where your money would go if you were to pass away - and does your family know as well?
Inheritance planning is never simple but it’s getting more complicated as traditional family structures evolve. That makes it more important than ever to have your plans laid out well in advance - and that’s our focus today.
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Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the pound is in focus as the new UK government’s radical mini-budget last week raised more questions than it answered; meanwhile, markets continue to worry about rising US interest rates after yet another big hike and the promise of more to come.
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This week, is this the week when the pattern for markets - and our household finances - is set for the winter ahead?
Big news is expected from the Federal Reserve, the Bank of England and the UK Government that will reset the mood. We’ll look ahead to what’s in store.
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Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the central bank squeeze continues as normal service resumes.
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This week, we have, at last, a new Prime Minister and their to-do list is lengthy. We’ll assess their most pressing priorities and ask what the market will be looking for in the new Prime Minister.
And then a whistle-stop tour of global markets and the challenges facing them - is there anything for investors to be optimistic about right now?
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: it’s back to work after the summer break, and investors are grappling with a long list of economic, political and market concerns.
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This week, while much of the investing world struggles with changes going on in the world today, could sustainable projects offer the alternative investors are looking for?
As nations refocus on the long-term security of basics like food, water and energy, some assets are set to thrive. Our guest this week, Nick Scullion of Foresight Partners, thinks he knows which ones.
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Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: investors come to terms with higher for longer interest rates while politics takes centre stage here in the UK.
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This week, in the week when year 11 students get their GCSE results, we’re asking - do you have to be able to pass a maths exam to be a good investor?
The world of investing is full of numbers and calculations - but do you have to understand it all in order to succeed?
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: question marks over the summer rally from one of the world’s biggest investors as central bankers gather in Wyoming to discuss the future direction of interest rates.
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This week, the effect of the current economic turmoil on stock markets and other assets has been clear - but its impact on property prices is proving a little harder to judge.
From offices to warehouses to the semi-detached house at the end of your road - what’s going on with the property market?
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the market’s summer rally continues but investors question if this is the real deal.
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This week, why isn’t the stock market taking the threat of recession more seriously? Investors have suffered losses this year but markets have been clawing back some of that ground - just as news on the economy worsens.
Is it just a temporary bounce, or can shares carry on defying the economic gloom?
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: investors struggle to decide if the glass is half full or half empty as the US jobs market booms while the UK teeters on the edge of recession.
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This week, it’s a quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Inflation, the prospects for a stock market recovery and a new Prime Minister all featured high in the thoughts of Fidelity investors - and that’s our focus today.
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: stocks post a big rally in July but how real is the recovery?
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This week, it’s been a tumultuous year so far in the energy markets - and households are paying the price. What are the prospects that it could change any time soon - and what pressure does the current situation put on both governments and energy companies to relieve the squeeze on bills.
Our guest Jonathan Waghorn, manager of the Guinness Global Energy Fund, is here to discuss it.
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: All eyes on the US as another big interest rate hike coincides with peak earnings season.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: earnings season gets into full swing; commodity prices ring alarm bells about growth; while inflation and interest rates are in focus.
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This week, are you being dragged into paying more tax on what you earn? New figures have shown a record number of us now pay higher rates of income tax - and there’s good reason to think the trend will accelerate.
What will be the impact - and does a new Prime Minister do anything to change the equation?
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: earnings season begins; investors turn defensive as recession fears rise; and Covid is back on the radar in China.
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Welcome to The Personal Investor! Today on the show - as well as digesting our new name - we’ll be taking stock of the market at the half-way point of 2022. In particular, we’ll be discussing the big questions now facing investors as the second half of the year gets underway.
With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor podcast from Fidelity International is essential listening for smart investors.
Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares rally on hopes for fewer interest rate hikes; commodities turn down on recession fears; and all eyes turn to the upcoming earnings season.
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This week, does recession have to mean stock markets fall? The prospect of economies shrinking is certainly no good thing - but the intricate balance of forces acting on asset prices right now means the impact on markets is harder to judge.
The MoneyTalk podcast from Fidelity International is the essential weekly discussion for investors. Host Ed Monk and regular contributor Tom Stevenson digest the latest movements in stock and bond markets, the direction for the economy and investment ideas from shares through to funds, crypto, ETFs and investment trusts. Read more of their output and more at Fidelity.co.uk/markets-insights
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Volatility returns as investors weigh up recession fears; China welcomes light at the end of the Covid tunnel; and questions continue about where we are in the bear market cycle.
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This week, how can you tell if your investments are diversified? And if they’re not - what can you do about it?
Whether you’re interested in buying individual company shares, or investing via funds, we’ll run through how you can ensure you get the safety of a well-diversified portfolio without the risk of diluting your returns too much.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Light at the end of the tunnel or an approaching train? Decision time for investors.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: markets wobble on inflation and growth fears; and it’s a busy week for central banks.
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This week, what is the lasting appeal of gold - and why does it still hold that allure for investors today?
Our special guest this week is John Reade from the World Gold Council - who’s here to answer those questions as well as to tell us the prospects for gold in a world of high inflation, crypto currencies and ethical concerns about its extraction from the earth.
The MoneyTalk podcast from Fidelity International is the essential weekly discussion for investors. Host Ed Monk and regular contributor Tom Stevenson digest the latest movements in stock and bond markets, the direction for the economy and investment ideas from shares through to funds, crypto, ETFs and investment trusts. Read more of their output and more at Fidelity.co.uk/markets-insights
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update: the stock market rally quickly runs out of steam as investors shift their focus from interest rates to earnings growth.
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This week, it has been a rare good week for stock market investors, with markets generally rising to end what has been a miserable run. We’ll examine where the new-found optimism is coming from.
And then a look at bonds - which have suffered as inflation expectations have risen but which still play an important role for investors - or do they?
The MoneyTalk podcast from Fidelity International is the essential weekly discussion for investors. Host Ed Monk and regular contributor Tom Stevenson digest the latest movements in stock and bond markets, the direction for the economy and investment ideas from shares through to funds, crypto, ETFs and investment trusts. Read more more at www.fidelity.co.uk/markets-insights
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: shares break their losing streak; inflation and jobs data are the highlight of a quiet week for earnings; and oil pushes higher on supply shortages.
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This week - tales from the frontline of the housing market. The last few years have done strange things to demand for property as we all reassess our priorities in light of the pandemic, and other long-term trends.
We’ll be hearing from Fidelity’s Becks Nunn about why it made her and her family put reservations aside and move to a bungalow.
The MoneyTalk podcast from Fidelity International is the essential weekly discussion for investors. Host Ed Monk and regular contributor Tom Stevenson digest the latest movements in stock and bond markets, the direction for the economy and investment ideas from shares through to funds, crypto, ETFs and investment trusts. Read more of their output and more at www.fidelity.co.uk/markets-insights
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Fidelity’sEmma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: is the US set for a bear market, what does that mean for UK investors and will the slew of retail results throw cold water on the beer and BBQ bank holiday spending spree that appears to have propped up April’s retail sales?
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This week - when does growth become value? Stock markets have been led lower this year as giant growth companies - and technology companies in particular - have been hammered. When do those falls mean these companies move into value territory?
The MoneyTalk podcast from Fidelity International is the essential weekly discussion for investors. Host Ed Monk and regular contributor Tom Stevenson digest the latest movements in stock and bond markets, the direction for the economy and investment ideas from shares through to funds, crypto, ETFs and investment trusts. Read more more at www.fidelity.co.uk/markets-insights
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: another down week for shares; bond markets catch the worry bug; inflation is still in focus; and the crypto rollercoaster continues.
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This week, what’s the case for buying the dips? As stock markets continue to struggle in the face of war in Ukraine, rampant inflation and rising interest rates, have investors lost their appetite to buy on the sound of bad news?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: Wall Street notches up its longest losing streak in a decade; the safe haven dollar trades at a 20-year high; while this week attention focuses on inflation around the world.
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This week, is this the week when economies take a turn towards recession? Both the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve are set to raise interest rates to fight off inflation - but that could also mean a slowdown in economic growth.
What could that mean for households and investors?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: interest rates are in focus on both sides of the pond; growth stocks are in a bear market; but earnings keep rising.
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This week, it’s a big week for tech - and not only thanks to Elon Musk’s bid to buy Twitter. The FAANGs will each have reported by the time the week is out and investors will know much better how the largest companies in the world are getting on.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: markets finally start to price in the Fed’s shock and awe approach; the cost-of-living crisis starts to hit spending; but earnings hang in there, for now.
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This week, what chance do investors have of matching inflation over the next year?
That’s the central challenge for anyone risking their money on investments - but how realistic an aim is it? And if it can’t be done, what’s the alternative course of action? That’s the focus today.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: China slows, financial conditions tighten but earnings grind higher
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This week, it’s a quarterly Investment Outlook special where we put your questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
Interest rates, the war in Ukraine, and the assets that have a chance of beating inflation - all featured high in the thoughts of Fidelity investors - and that’s our focus today.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: the equity glass remains half full despite recession fears and earnings season gets underway.
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This week, what are your plans for the new tax year? It isn’t the most comfortable time to be committing your money to investments but savvy folk will be doing it anyway.
What should you expect as the new financial year begins - and what are we here on the podcast doing with our own money?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s market update: is the Fed about to crank up the pace of monetary tightening; can it do that without breaking the economy; and, you thought we had an inflation problem!
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This week, with the end of the tax year in sight we know that many will be looking to top up their investments, but with markets looking decidedly uncertain, where can the cautious investor turn?
We’ll take a look at a few areas which might be able to hold up in the current difficult investing environment.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update bonds are back in focus as yields rise.
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This week, we’re taking a look at China where the ride for investors has become somewhat stomach-churning of late.
How is the giant Chinese market handling the twin blows of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the ongoing threat of new lockdowns from Covid?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Shares bounce back
- Fed starts its tightening cycle
- Is this as bad as it gets for China?
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This week, where does the current turmoil in markets leave UK shares?
Britain was beginning to look attractive versus other markets before the shock of Russia’s war in Ukraine changed the picture. We’re speaking today with UK fund manager Alexandra Jackson to gauge exactly where it all leaves our home market.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Central banks balance inflation and growth fears
- Oil price falls back on hopes for ceasefire talks
- China battles to contain a new Covid outbreak
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This week, what do you say to nervous investors in volatile markets like the ones we’re now living through?
Beyond the terrible human cost, the ongoing war in Ukraine has led to dramatic movements in financial markets and the news seems unlikely to get better any time soon. Against that backdrop, how can investors reduce their risk of making costly mistakes?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Price of oil and gas soars
- Shares tumble as a ban on Russian oil looks likely
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This week, we’re taking the pulse of markets which, like the rest of us, have been struggling to digest the scenes coming in from Ukraine and Russia’s ongoing invasion.
The economic costs are secondary, of course, to the human tragedy caused by the war but they are mounting nonetheless, and we’ll do our best to take stock of them today.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Investors are blindsided by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
- Risk comes off the table but the longer-term outlook holds for now
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This week, we’re taking a look at the potential rewards, but also the great risks, of investing in the next big scientific breakthrough.
Biotech is, in theory, one of the most exciting areas you can invest in with many companies in that space having enjoyed stratospheric, almost overnight, gains. But it’s also an area of great risk.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week’s update:
- US shares pause after a two-week losing streak
- UK to lift Covid restrictions as worst-hit sectors report
- An update from the Bank of England on spiralling prices
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This week, with inflation jumping up again we’ll take a look at the case for the most traditional hedge against rising prices - gold.
The precious metal has enjoyed a good week - but it hasn’t always performed its assumed role as a protector against rising prices.
With inflation set to rise even further, is the case for gold strengthening?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Safe havens are back in favour with Ukraine on the brink
- Red hot inflation stokes interest rate fears
- Two-year anniversary of the pandemic plunge approaches
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This week, what’s behind rapidly rising food prices? The country’s largest grocer - Tesco - has warned that households should expect the weekly shop to get even more expensive in the months ahead.
Behind those rising prices at the checkout lie dozens of contributing factors that are compounding to make our food cost more. We’ll untangle them in this podcast.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- The myth of the January barometer
- What are earnings telling us?
- Where next for oil?
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This week, how much tax-free cash should you take from your pension? Current rules allow you to take as much as a quarter of your pension money tax-free from age 55 (57 from 2028) - but does that mean you should do it?
Please note the Government offers a free and impartial guidance service to help you understand your options at retirement. This is available via the web, telephone or face-to-face through the Pension Wise service which is now part of MoneyHelper; the easy way to get free help for all your pension and money choices. You can find out more by going to moneyhelper.org.uk or call them on 0800 138 3944.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Shares complete a difficult January
- Will the Bank of England raise rates again?
- Earnings season picks up the pace
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This week, how do you deal with a correction?
Stock markets have taken a significant tumble in recent days and the US market is now hovering 10% below its recent high. What’s causing it, how should you react and what comes next?
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In this week's update:
- Wall Street nears correction territory
- All eyes on the Fed and earnings
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This week, we’re digesting yet another rise in inflation, with price rises now at their highest level for 30 years.
What will be the effect on households and on portfolios of the big squeeze on the cost of living - and what can you do to mitigate it?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Investors turn their attention to fourth quarter earnings season
- Inflation remains in the spotlight
- China continues to slow
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This week, it’s an Investment Outlook Special with markets in a somewhat nervous mood as we head into a new year.
The Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson is here to answer your questions about where markets are now and where they may be headed in the months ahead.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Federal Reserve removes any doubts about its tightening path
- Speculative technology stocks bear the brunt of the rate reset
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This week, we’re looking forward to what 2022 has in store for investors.
By our count there are four big challenges facing markets this year that we know about - and undoubtedly some we don’t know about - with each having the potential to shape returns in the next 12 months.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- A look back at the winners and losers from 2021
- A look forward to the main market themes in the year ahead
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This week, in our last podcast of 2021, we’re rounding up the year and asking which questions still hang over markets as we head into 2022.
Inflation, Omicron, interest rates - what will move markets in the next 12 months, and in which direction?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- The spread of Omicron unsettles investors
- A look back at a remarkable year.
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This week, when will the UK see an interest rate rise? Markets have been on alert for months that the Bank of England could raise borrowing costs but rate setters have so far found reasons not to act - will that change this week?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Inflation in focus as three central banks report on interest rates direction
- Flood of economic data expected for the UK
- A look back at 2021 for investors
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This week, as markets struggle for direction we’re on the hunt for those sectors and companies that offer some protection from the economic threats we currently face - whether that’s inflation, supply chain disruption or potential new lockdowns.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Markets show resilience as Omicron fears ease and investors buy the dips
- Oil price in focus as OPEC nations plus Russia plan to increase supply
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This week, we’re assessing the various forces buffeting markets right now - the latest of which is the Omicron variant of the Coronavirus.
Markets have taken fright at the latest news - is it an overreaction, or are investors finally getting real about the challenges facing economies?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Omicron takes its toll on markets
- Attention focuses on the Fed’s response
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Inflation debate rages on
- Lower for longer rates show up in new 40 year mortgage
- Cracks start to show in the crypto boom
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Today on the show, we’re talking about, you guessed it, inflation. Following the Bank of England’s surprise decision last week to keep interest rates at their all-time lows of 0.1%, the latest inflation data shows costs rose 4.2% last month - their highest level since 2011.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Inflation focus shifts to the UK
- Dividends are back in the spotlight
- How sustainable is the FOMO rally?
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This week we’re asking how we can reduce financial stress by talking better about our money.
In time for Talk Money Week, we sat down with Iona Bain, a financial expert who has written on the sometimes difficult topic of why we struggle to talk about about our finances, and how we can have better conversations about money
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- October's market rally continues
- Earnings season exceeds expectations
- Pound falls on UK specific worries
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This week, we’ll take the temperature of the ongoing wrangling at the COP26 summit on climate change.
What can be agreed on climate targets, where are the stumbling blocks and what does it all mean for economies and markets in the future?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Shares rebound in October
- Central banks are poised to change direction
- Difficult questions as COP26 gets underway
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This week, we’re reacting to the Autumn Budget. What is the state of the economy as we emerge, perhaps, from the pandemic, but stumble into a long year ahead of higher prices and taxes? We’ll round up the changes and what they might mean for you.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Earnings season is in full flood
- Budget and COP26 also in focus
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This week - will rising prices at last bring about a rise in interest rates?
There was further news this week of prices rising well above the Bank of England’s target range and now mortgage and other borrowers are being warned that their debt is about to get more expensive.
That’s the focus today.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Inflation is top of mind for investors
- Chinese growth stalls
- Earnings season is in full flow
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This week, it’s an Investment Outlook special on the podcast and we’ve invited you to let us know what’s on your mind - and to submit questions to the Outlook’s author Tom Stevenson.
There’s certainly no shortage of topics giving investors something to worry about. Whether it’s inflation, China, gold or cryptocurrencies - we’ve got the answers for you.
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Fidelity’s Emma-Lou Montgomery reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Rising household costs cause concern
- ASOS shares slump
- All eyes on OPEC's monthly oil report
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This week, can you really put your money to use saving the planet - and will it cost you in terms of returns if you do?
With this week being Good Money Week, and with world leaders focused on climate change ahead of the COP 26 conference next month, our focus today is ESG investing.
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Post-pandemic market recovery stalls
- It's Good Money Week
- Politics take centre stage here in the UK
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This week, we’ll take a look at my efforts to diversify my investments this year - what I got right, what I got wrong.
And in particular, why my forays into investing in gold have gone so wrong - so far at least.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Stocks relaxed despite chaos on the forecourts
- Oil prices spike
- Bitcoin wobbles on China ban
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This week, after a tough few days in the markets we’ll take a look at what’s worrying investors right now. From the threat of contagion from problems in the Chinese property market to expectations of reduced stimulus in the US - is this a blip or something more?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- China property fears spill over into global markets
- Decision time for central banks
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This week, we’re taking a look at some of the strange signals being sent by the UK economy right now. Inflation is up, growth is down and there are record vacancies for jobs - so what’s going on?
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Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- A pause for breath but the bull market continues
- Inflation is in focus again this week
- Retail grabs the headlines on the corporate front
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This week, we’re asking - what will you do if you need to pay for care in old age?
That’s been the focus of wrangling in Westminster this week - including plans for a hefty tax rise to pay for extra care provision - and it’s our focus on the podcast as well.
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Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.
In this week's update:
- Markets on the front foot as fears of stimulus withdrawal fades
- UK Government faces a tough choice on social care and pensions
- Race for Morrisons reaches its final stage
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