Investors' Chronicle

On this weeks IC Companies and Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to commodities correspondent Alex Hamer and trader Michael Taylor about the latest twist in the Sirius tale, the surprising return of Gemfields, what the coronavirus means for precious metals, and the mineral complexities of electric vehicles. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew Ness, co-manager of Templeton Emerging Markets Investment Trust (TEM), explains how he tries to spot value and avoid traps, and what has recently contributed to the trust's performance. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New BP chief executive Bernard Looney has stamped his authority on the company in his first month in the job, committing to getting the oil and gas supermajor to net zero carbon emissions by 2050. To do this, he will do away with the longstanding upstream and downstream divisions, although this is just about the only concrete detail available. In any case, this commitment marks a major change for the industry. We've brought in Panmure Gordon analyst Colin Smith to talk radical change in oil and gas, virtue signalling and the Looney revolution.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Dave Baxter looks at how a professional investor is managing UK equity risk, and which parts of the market and companies she thinks are worth it. Charlotte Ransom, chief executive officer of Netwealth, explains why you could lose money by trying to avoid certain risks, and sets out some strategies to help you stay invested while mitigating downside. They also consider whether a new type of report will help you establish whether funds are good value for money.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show John Hughman and Phil Oakley talk about why directors should own shares in the companies they run, the attractions of Relx and Avon Rubber, and the madness of Ocado's valuationInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a dramatic exit from London in 2017, Gemfields (SA:GML) is coming back. The emerald and ruby miner and Fabergé owner was taken off Aim by its major shareholder Pallinghurst, run by former BHP chief executive Brian Gilbertson. He and his son Sean had been involved in the precious stones company from the start, but the takeover saw a fight between the family and Gemfields management, led by chief executive at the time Ian Harebottle. In this episode of the Extraction Podcast, Sean Gilbertson – now chief executive of Gemfields – shows us stunning stones, explains why rubies, emeralds and sapphires are different from struggling diamonds and why he wants to keep the loss-making Fabergé in the portfolio.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Mary McDougall explains why professional investors don't think that the corona virus will impact China's long-term growth potential. Dave Baxter looks at when it is acceptable for funds to have a substantial allocation to cash. And  Christine Ross, client director and head of private office at Handelsbanken Wealth Management, highlights some potential IHT changes that could affect the way you plan for this and which tax efficient wrappers will help you get the most out of your investments.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show John Hughman and Phil Oakley talk about news that the CMA is planning to investigate competition across the UK and what it could mean for shareholders.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s show Dave Baxter looks at how much money investors trapped in Neil Woodford’s former fund are getting back. Adrian Lowcock, head of personal investing at Willis Owen, explains how best to access illiquid assets and why investors shouldn’t panic in response to market volatility triggered by events such as the corona virus. Mary McDougall, meanwhile, sets out ways to ensure that you take part in votes on your listed investments.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show Phil Oakley tells John Hughman why Auto Trader is one of his favourite businesses, asks if Apple's shares can continue to motor, explains why Unilever is stuck in first gear, and why BT and McCarthy & Stone could be heading for a breakdown.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s show Rachel Winter, associate investment director at Killik & Co, considers whether gold is good way to diversify your portfolio and suggests some ways to get exposure to it. She also says what areas of commercial property look like they have better prospects, and explains why liquidity is an important issue when choosing a fund.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show John Hughman and Phil Oakley talk about why Fevertree is losing its fizz, JD Wetherspoon's winning pub formula, and how the examples of PepsiCo and Sage show why UK investors should broaden their horizons.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Dave Baxter looks at what areas professional investors think could do well and how you can access them. David Jane, multi asset fund manager at Premier Miton, explains why he invests in some US equities despite arguably high valuations. And they highlight some areas of the bond market that should still deliver decent returns.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman is joined by full-time private investor and regular columnist John Rosier to hear about the winning formula behind his market-beating portfolio.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Dave Baxter looks at which regions generate the highest yields and best the funds to tap into them. Jonathan Moyes, head of investment research at Wealth Club, explains what VCTs and EIS are, how they can improve your tax efficiency, and who should consider investing in them.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the first Companies & Markets Show of the new decade, editor John Hughman talks to Phil Oakley about the quality strategy behind his Fantasy Sipp and new UK Quality portfolio, and why quality is still in short supply in the UK retail sector.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s show Guy Anderson, manager of Mercantile Investment Trust, assesses the prospects for UK equities, and highlights the risks and opportunities among mid-caps. Deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter highlights some funds that could benefit from a change in investor sentiment and action on an urgent issue. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show Dave Baxter considers the prospects for emerging markets and Ben Seager-Scott, head of multi-asset funds at Tilney Group, suggests some funds for accessing them. They also assess the situation of UK equities and highlight some funds focused on the better areas of this asset class. And Ben explains why you can't ignore the US and sets out some ways to get exposure to it.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Algy Hall about why 2019 has been a good vintage for our Tips of the Year.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After years in the doldrums, both sterling and domestic-facing UK equities have made large gains on the back of a successful general election for the Conservatives. But is it plain sailing from now on? Victoria Hasler, director for research and consulting at Square Mile, discusses what a long road to Brexit might mean for investors.She and deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter talk about whether the open-ended UK property funds, which have been struggling with Brexit-related uncertainty, are due a reprieve. They also look at what the future might hold for bond investors after a healthy 2019.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's IC Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Phil Oakley about the good, the bad, and the ugly of acquisitions.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With property prices and equity markets rising for much of the last decade, more and more families are paying inheritance tax (IHT). IHT receipts hit a record high in the last tax year, but there are many individuals who could mitigate their final bill. In this week’s personal finance show, Foresight Group’s Hugi Clarke sets out what you need to know about IHT planning.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Phil Oakley about how to spot the signs that could derail a company's share price.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The uncertainty hanging over UK equities has translated into less activity on the IPO front this year - but any clarity could spell an end to the bottleneck. Oliver Brown, manager of the MFM UK Primary Opportunities fund, talks about what this has meant for his fund and how investors can navigate the current situation.He and deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter also look at forced sales in the Woodford Equity Income fund, and whether there are more bargains to come for opportunistic investors.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show John Hughman and Phil Oakley talk to special guest Peter Higgins, founder of Conkers Corner, about his investment philosophy, the importance of research, and why investors shouldn't be afraid of doing nothing. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Asia Dragon Trust (DGN) had not performed so well earlier in the decade, but last year and so far this year its performance has been much better. Adrian Lim, manager of this trust, which was previously called Edinburgh Dragon Trust, explains what brought about the improvement, and the main differences between his previous and current investment approach. He also explains what his definition of a quality company is, how he goes about selecting one and highlights some holdings that he has recently added to the trust.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show Noelle Cazalis, co-manager of Rathbone Ethical Bond, explains how the fund outperforms many peers that don't have an ethical remit and some of the benefits of taking such an approach. Dave Baxter explains why value style investing might be making comeback and how establish which funds genuinely take a value approach.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's IC Companies and Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Algy Hall about the dividend-paying small caps behind one of his most consistently-performing stock screens, and Nilushi Karunaratne explains how investors can tap into the UK's incredible progress on energy decarbonisationInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The deadline for constituency nominations for the 12 December general election has passed, providing interesting insight into potential outcomes. IG Index’s Jeremy Naylor and Damian Lyons Lowe of Survation break down the parties, their leaders and what they each must do to gain a political majority on election day.Inspired? Find your next opportunity at IG.comInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the week's IC Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Phil Oakley about the turnaround challenges faced by FirstGroup and BT, the marketing brilliance of Greggs and Fevertree, and a value opportunity in retail property.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Peter Walls, manager of Unicorn Mastertrust, a fund of investment trusts, sets out what he looks for when selecting holdings, and how he mitigates the added risks that come with the benefits of these funds. He also highlights some investment trusts he has recently added to. Deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter, meanwhile, explains why professional investors are more optimistic and how they have changed their asset allocations to reflect this.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sam Cosh, manager of European Assets Trust (EAT), says how he selects smaller companies that should be able to make good returns through the economic cycle and profiles holdings that he thinks have good prospects going ahead. He also sets out some of the risks European smaller companies face and how he has positioned the trust to deal with this, and explains why the trust's performance has lagged in recent years.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

December's general election is being steered by Brexit and a slowing UK economy. Political economist Ruth Lea weighs up UK plc's strengths and weaknesses as the country enters uncertain territory. Inspired? Find your next opportunity at IG.com.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Colin Low, managing director of Kingsfleet Wealth, sets out what you need to consider if you are invested in one of the former Woodford funds and wondering what to do next. He also considers if the Invesco Income and High Income funds' allocations to small and micro-caps are a serious risk, and highlights other funds invested in similar areas to these but which have more consistent track records. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week’s Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Neil Wilson, chief market analyst at Markets.com, about what dovish signals from the MPC mean for the market, the latest political problems for bookies, and why two retail bellwethers are struggling to revive their fortunes.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

James Harries built up a strong record as a global equity income investor at Newton Investment Management but four years ago left to join Troy Asset Management. He says how he runs the fund he currently manages, Trojan Global Income (GB00BD82KQ40), and how his approach differs to what he did at Newton. He also explains how he incorporates Troy's house emphasis on wealth preservation into his approach and why despite being able to invest across the world he thinks it's worth having a substantial allocation to UK equities.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The general election offers markets hope for a turning point in the Brexit saga. IG's Joshua Mahoney and Joshua Warner assess the likely impact of the most widely predicted outcomes of the vote on the UK economy, and mull what they’d spell for sterling.Inspired? Find your next opportunity at IG.comInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fresh twists and turns in the Brexit process have left UK equity investors with little certainty but plenty of potential opportunities. In this week's Personal Finance Show, Chelsea Financial Services managing director Darius McDermott looks at the impact future developments could have on both sterling and UK domestic assets, and what this means for portfolios. He and deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter also discuss the bigger question of whether value investing is finally due a comeback, and how this should feed into fund selection. We also look at the latest Woodford news and what the future might hold for his funds. Our podcast is available across different distribution channels to allow you to access it in the most convenient way. Find us on Acast, Stitcher, iTunes and Spotify.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Simon Thompson about how his Ben Graham-inspired approach has delivered stunning gains from this year's Bargain Shares portfolio and why there could be more upside to come. Plus what the coming election could mean for the markets.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Onthis week's show Dave Baxter looks at who Woodford Patient Capital Trust's new managers will be, what their experience is and what they will charge investors. Jon Forster, co-manager of Impax Environmental Markets, explains what areas the trust invests in, how he selects investments and where he is finding new opportunities. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's Companies & Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to trader Michael Taylor about a topic of much mystique – the role of market makers. Plus a look at the subject of a reader's email – the chart pattern of Sylvania Platinum and more.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When will sterling start trading on fundamentals and not on Brexit? Will UK equities rise if there’s a deal? Peter Dixon, Global Financial Economist at Commerzbank mulls the markets as the uncertainty continues. Inspired? Find your next opportunity at IG.comInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's show deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter looks at why it was decided to close LF Woodford Equity Income Fund and what is going to happen to the other funds that were run by Woodford Investment Management. Rachel Winter, associate investment director at Killk & Co, explains what you should monitor to ensure your funds are still doing what they should be. They also consider the implications of growing trade tensions on equity markets, and if and what investors should do to protect against these. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Editor John Hughman and Phil Oakley discuss the effect of a Brexit breakthrough on the stock market, Dominos beating a retreat from Europe, why AO World should do the same and why WH Smith is expanding its horizons globallyInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A eurozone slowdown is anticipated, triggered by recession fears in Germany, domino effects from the US/China trade war and Brexit uncertainty weighing on potential growth. IG Senior Analyst Josh Mahoney and Daniel Lacalle of Tressis discuss how ECB monetary policy can best help to best mitigate economic woes throughout the bloc. Inspired? Find your next opportunity at IG.comInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two years ago Alliance Trust (ATST) shareholders voted in favour of adopting a multi-manager approach, whereby a fund's manager outsources investment selection to other managers. Craig Baker, chief investment officer at Willis Towers Watson, and his team are responsible for doing this for Alliance Trust, so he explains how they have implemented this approach and how it differs from other multi-asset funds. He also updates on how the trust has performed since they took it over, how they select the managers likely to find the best stocks, and how they strike a balance between generating growth and income.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show deputy personal finance editor Dave Baxter sets out the many uses of multi-asset funds. Rory McPherson, head of investment strategy at Psigma Investment Management, looks at how to mitigate downside via asset allocation, highlights the best bond options for income and explains why passive funds are not a good way to access this asset.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's IC Companies and Markets Show editor John Hughman talks to Algy Hall about why his UK-centric stock screen is shrugging off the Brexit blues, and updates from the high and low flyers from this year's Tips of the Year selection.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a decade of growth, is the US economy set to contract? Should positivity over unemployment reaching a 50-year low be tempered by signs of a slowdown in wage growth and a strengthening dollar? Danielle DiMartino Booth, Chief Strategist, Quill Intelligence and IG’s Chief Market Analyst, Chris Beauchamp, discuss the outlook for the world’s largest economy, and the options open to the Federal Reserve. Inspired? Find your next opportunity at IG.comInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's show Andrew Cole, head of multi asset at Pictet Asset Management, explains to AIC broadcast journalist of the year Leonora Walters how to mitigate downside via portfolio diversification. He also highlights some of the main threats to and opportunities in equity markets, and says what areas of the bond market he thinks look like the best options at the moment.Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.