The Personal Investor

This week - is it too late to buy those Magnificent 7 companies? They have driven returns for years now and are again making the running in 2025 - but why are some experts warning they represent a risk to your portfolio? Host Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in markets: corporate earnings season is drawing to a close, but we have a busy week of economic news ahead Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in markets: The Bank of England has lowered interest rates to 4% - but its decision leaves us with more questions than answers. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - the inheritance tax (IHT) net is soon to be cast more widely - will you be caught by it? Why is IHT the subject of such disagreement, how is it changing, and what can families do to reduce their bill? Host Ed Monk is joined by Marianna Hunt to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in markets: America’s tariff rate will reach its highest level since the second world war when new levies are introduced on Thursday. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - what’s your plan for when inflation strikes and threatens to derail your retirement? What is the risk that rising prices pose for retirement funds and what can you do to cope. Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: summertime melt up Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, will you be able to rely on the State Pension in the future? How much might it be worth and how much would it cost you to reproduce with your own savings? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: investors take a breather after a dramatic first half year of the new Trump presidency. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - markets are back to new all-time highs. What has been driving prices higher - and should investors worry about falls to come? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets - are investors too complacent? Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we’re answering your questions at the mid-way point of 2025. Is the chaos caused by US trade tariffs over? Is the UK economy headed for the rocks? What tax changes affecting investors might be on the way?  We attempt to answer all of it. Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: investors continue to view the glass as half full as shares are pulled two ways by tariff fears on the one hand and a big, beautiful fiscal boost on the other. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in markets: The US stock market defies the odds yet again to reach an all-time high. Meanwhile, the senate prepares to vote on Donald Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’ and investors await key economic data. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, is it better to invest in the giants of the stock market, as most of us do, or to back smaller companies? We have looked at the data and struck on some remarkable findings - both good and bad for ‘small caps’ investors. Host Andrew Oxlade is joined by Jemma Slingo and Richard Evans to a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: US bombing of Iran is the main focus as investors weigh up the scenarios; meanwhile the spectre of rising US debts and deficits waits in the wings. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we look at the most powerful forces you’ll ever come across in finance. It’s the importance of reinvesting dividends. We’ve crunched the numbers to see what difference that makes to returns in the UK and the US and found some quite surprising results. Host Andrew Oxlade and Tom Stevenson a 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: Mid-East tension dominates the headlines, but markets remain calm; the world’s leaders gather in Canada; and the world’s central banks announce interest rate decisions. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, is American economic exceptionalism coming to an end? There have been signs in both the stock and bond markets this year that investors are increasingly willing to look further afield for their returns - but should they? 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: US inflation data marks the latest round in the tussle between the Federal Reserve and The White House; investors eye trouble in the bond market and the UK Government reviews spending. Fidelity’s Ed Monk reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, is the 60/40 portfolio still useful for investors? When does it work - when doesn’t it work - and what alternatives can do the job if it can’t? 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: buying the dips pays off thanks to the so-called TACO  trade; but the bond yield ceiling remains in place; investors look beyond US supremacy; and will value have its moment in the sun? Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Premium Bonds are the most popular saving product in the UK - but should they be? How do they work, and do they represent a sensible home for your money? 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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.