In this Word on the Street Special, we take a look at the latest developments from Westminster including Monday’s statement from the Chancellor, and the revised outlook for the UK economy, with Sarah Gresty (Head of Investments), Olivia Gleeson (UK Government Expert), Luke Pearce (Asset Allocation specialist), and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer).

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#185 The latest from Westminster

This week, we speak about the fallout from the US banking crisis, what it means for global growth, and if any opportunities are emerging, with Sarah Gresty (Head of Investments), Ken Little CFA (Managing Director, Investments Group at Brandes Investment Partners), and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer).

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#208: Brandes - Are there investment opportunities in the wake of the US banking crisis?

We discuss what our clients and customers are asking us about our recent Strategic Asset Allocation update and our latest tactical views, with Sarah Gresty (Head of Investments), Miles Sherry (Wealth Manager), and Luke Pearce (Senior Investment Strategist).

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#227: What are clients asking us about our latest strategic and tactical changes?

Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer) talks with Judith Mackenzie (Head of Downing Fund Managers) about how she and her team decide on which companies to invest in, as well as the opportunities and pitfalls of investing in the UK market.

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#233: Downing - What challenges do investors face in the UK small and medium-sized market?

We discuss the impact of rising inflation and oil prices on the market, as well as how the dominance of China and tech giants affects competition and innovation, with Maya Welford (Behavioural Finance Expert) and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer).

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#237: Should markets be wary of  a dominant China and global tech giants?

We look at the Bank of England’s decision to pause its interest rate rises and if the old adage “Sell in May” is still bearing fruit, with Miles Sherry (Wealth Manager) and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer).

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#239: Has the Bank of England signalled that we’ve reached the peak in interest rate rises?

We look at whether fears of recession have faded and consider what investors should learn from another chaotic week in markets, with Miles Sherry (Wealth Manager) and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer).

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#241: Should investors still worry about chaotic markets and a coming recession?

We talk about the latest market news, the possible return of higher oil prices and rising inflation, and the outlook for the world economy, with Sarah Gresty (Head of Investments) and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer).

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#242: Should investors prepare for another rise in inflation?

Miles Sherry (Wealth Manager) asks Laura Bottega (Chief Operating Officer of International Equities at Morgan Stanley) and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer) questions posed by investors, including how they should invest in a volatile world, could today’s big companies lose their dominant positions, and if a diversified investment is still the best way of capturing long-term gains.

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#244: Morgan Stanley – How do you choose investments in a volatile world?

Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer) talks with David Parsons (Head of Public Fixed Income Investment Specialists at M&G) about whether interest rates have peaked and, if so, will central banks start cutting them soon, or are there more clouds on the horizon for the global economy?

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#245: M&G – Will we soon see a cut in interest rates or could they start to rise again?

We discuss whether central banks are successfully reigning in inflation and what the future of interest rates may mean for investors, with Maya Welford (Behavioural Finance Expert), Alan Budenberg (Investment Consultant), and Francis Addai (Senior Investment Strategist).

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#246: How could the slowing of inflation affect UK Investors?

Will Hobbs (Head of UK Multi-Asset Wealth) talks with Camellia Huang (Investment Analyst at Aubrey Capital Management) about the unique opportunities and challenges of investing in China.

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#249: Aubrey Capital – What are the challenges of investing in China?

Will Hobbs (Head of UK Multi-Asset Wealth) talks with Eric Shimp  (International Government Affairs for Principal Financial Group) about whether events such as upcoming elections, the rise of China, and the decline of US economic dominance could change the way we invest.

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#250: Principal Financial – Could geopolitical volatility change how we invest?

Will Hobbs (Head of UK Multi-Asset Wealth), Karen Ward (Chief Market Strategist at JP Morgan Asset Management), and Nick Kirrage (Co-head Global Value Team at Schroders) talk about the investment outlook for 2024, including what we can expect from AI, US productivity, and how much geopolitical risk has been priced in the markets.

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#251: JP Morgan and Schroders – What can UK investors expect in 2024?

Will Hobbs (Head of UK Multi-Asset Wealth) talks to Ryan Blute (Managing Director, PIMCO) about another year with central bankers centre stage for investors.

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#252: What will the central banks do next?

From Bitcoin to elections, and inflation to conflict, Will Hobbs and Miles Sherry join forces to make sense of an eye-catching start to the year. Should investors brace for another unpredictable 12 months?

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#253 What on earth is going on?

Will Hobbs and Miles Sherry pick up where they left off last week. As well as pondering recent global headlines, they turn their attention to Emerging Markets and China. What role might they play for investors in 2024?

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#254 Unfinished business

If inflation is easing off, why are rate cuts still on ice? And with corporate earnings season in full swing, will ‘Big Tech’ keep marching on? Tune in to hear Will Hobbs and Miles Sherry in another must-listen episode.

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#255 Are we nearly there yet?

This week we look at the good, the bad, and the ugly in the global economy today. From the struggles of China and Germany, to the gravity-defying US and more. Is it a world of pain or hope for investors?

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#256 Broken China?

What are the implications of a UK recession? And has recent inflation progress offered false hope? Plus, are markets really bothered about the race to the White House? Join Will Hobbs and Sophie Moody to find out more.

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#257 Curb your enthusiasm

Sophie Moody quizzes Luke Pearce on the common questions we’re being asked right now. Topics include: Investing versus cash, emerging market equities, US rate cuts and so-called ‘known unknowns’. Tune in to find out more.

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#258 Decisions, decisions, decisions

In our latest podcast, Will Hobbs is back in the studio with Miles Sherry. This week, they cast their eyes eastwards, with a fascinating look at the opportunities and challenges for investors seeking exposure in Asia.  Is the investment case still there?

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#259 Spotlight on China and Japan

What might the latest Budget mean for you? Will Hobbs, Clare Francis and Miles Sherry review the big announcements from Westminster, and their potential implications for savers and investors.

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#260 Spring Budget 2024

This week’s podcast looks at AI, amid growing signs that the hype is justified. Will Hobbs and Miles Sherry also discuss two more things on the up, but in a very different sense – UK growth and US inflation. How could investors interpret the latest data?

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#261 Up, up and aw-AI

With three of the world’s major central banks having opted against cutting interest rates, Will Hobbs and Sophie Barrington reflect on the latest signals and market reactions. They also discuss politics and cyclical investment trends. Tune in to find out more.

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#262 The rate cut conundrum

Does current investor sentiment tally with the reality in markets? Why are Japanese stocks on a roll? And what are the risks of returns being driven by a very narrow concentration of stocks? Tune in as Francis Addai and Miles Sherry answer these questions and more.

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#263 Mood check

With the first three months of 2024 behind us, Will Hobbs reflects on the Q1 drivers and detractors for global investors. Sophie Barrington also asks him about the outlook for Q2 as major elections loom and geopolitics continue to catch the eye.

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#264 End of term report

With stubbornly high US inflation jolting markets, Will Hobbs and Miles Sherry use this week’s podcast to discuss curveballs and risks for investors in 2024. From elections to conflict, the path ahead may be unpredictable but to what extent might investors need to change tack?

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#265 Stings in the tail

In addition to discussing recent global markets news, Sophie Barrington and Francis Addai take a closer look at the UK. With inflation falling, and having emerged from a short recession, are things finally looking up?

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#266 Has the UK turned a corner?

Some of the biggest household names – from Tesla to Meta – have given us a snapshot of their finances. Seen as a bellwether for the US economy, and even the global economy, what can investors glean from the latest US earnings season? Will Hobbs and Sophie Barrington crunch the numbers.

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#267 All eyes on corporate America

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