show episodes
 
Artwork

1
The Personal Investor

Fidelity International

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Weekly+
 
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 approac ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
It Depends

Clear Function

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Monthly
 
A podcast by Clear Function. Clear Function is a group of happy engineers based in Memphis, TN. We partner with visionaries to bring their ideas to life. For more information, check out our website.
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
This week, what do you tell people who are entering middle age without anything by way of savings for their retirement? Many people are in exactly that position and today we’ll show them how you can save £100k from nothing - even if you’re several decades into your career. Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the…
  continue reading
 
Fidelity's Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets. In the markets this week: European shares steady in the face of political uncertainty; UK investors eye interest rates updates; and Asian shares suffers after weaker Chinese data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fidelity International
  continue reading
 
This week, how will upcoming elections impact financial markets? Some surprise results in EU elections last week have knocked European markets - what will national elections in the UK, France and the US later this year mean for investors? And - what will the latest decision from central banks tell us about the path to lower interest rates? Host, Ed…
  continue reading
 
This week, why has the State Pension become a battleground in the upcoming General Election - and what are the parties promising? Will the Government’s pledge of ‘Triple Lock Plus’ move the dial on its dire poll numbers, and will Labour respond with its own offering to pensioners? Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced tak…
  continue reading
 
This week - has the FIRE movement run out of fuel - and if has, is it time for a replacement ‘CHILL’ philosophy? If none of that makes any sense to you, do not worry - all will be explained in this week’s episode. Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional guests provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights…
  continue reading
 
Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets. In the markets this week: inflation is the main focus in a holiday shortened week on both sides of the Atlantic; copper bulls have big gains for the red metal in their sights; and bond downgrades loom as the economy finally slows. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
  continue reading
 
This week, how do you spot the market-leading companies of the future? In a world where every investor is looking for the next big thing - is it really possible to separate out the winners from the also-rans? Ian Mortimer certainly believes it is - and it’s his job to do just that as manager of the Guinness Global Innovators Fund. He’s our guest on…
  continue reading
 
This week - is China still the great opportunity for investors that it once was? Those backing China have been made to wait as the giant Asian economy undergoes growing pains - will they be rewarded for their patience? That’s our focus today, as we bring you an interview with one of the leading investors in China. Host, Ed Monk, and his occasional …
  continue reading
 
This week, after the showers and squalls of April, May has a distinctly brighter feel to it. Investors have been rewarded with a strong week in markets as the month gets underway - we’ll look at why, And then, why might one of the oldest commodities known to man be a barometer for our future - with an ever-increasing valuation to match. We’ll take …
  continue reading
 
This week - can there really be any truth to the old city adage - Sell in May and go away, don’t come back till St Leger’s day’? If you think there is then you’ll be looking to get out of the market about now - but do the numbers back up that decision? We’ll be looking at ‘sell in may, and investing superstitions in general, today. Host, Ed Monk, a…
  continue reading
 
Fidelity's Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets. This week in the markets: shares hold up despite hot competition from rising bond yields; earnings season beats expectations; commodities eye another supercycle; and the world gets used to a stronger dollar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
  continue reading
 
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 expe…
  continue reading
 
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 guest…
  continue reading
 
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
  continue reading
 
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 prov…
  continue reading
 
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
  continue reading
 
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…
  continue reading
 
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
  continue reading
 
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 inv…
  continue reading
 
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-ba…
  continue reading
 
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 p…
  continue reading
 
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…
  continue reading
 
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
  continue reading
 
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…
  continue reading
 
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 d…
  continue reading
 
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 o…
  continue reading
 
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fidelity International
  continue reading
 
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 pa…
  continue reading
 
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? See omnystudio.com/listene…
  continue reading
 
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 ta…
  continue reading
 
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…
  continue reading
 
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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Fidelity International
  continue reading
 
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, E…
  continue reading
 
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 …
  continue reading
 
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 v…
  continue reading
 
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 togethe…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Quick Reference Guide