In this latest edition of our Insight Talks podcast, we explore the recent surprise UK election announcement and try to make sense of why Rishi Sunak decided to call this next election several months earlier than expected.    Turning their attention across the Atlantic, our experts discuss the upcoming US election, Donald Trump's recent criminal conviction and July's sentencing hearing, and how this may impact his chance of re-election in November.   Finally, James and Isabel talk through...

In this episode we explore the outcomes from the latest Federal Open Market Committee meeting and how the FED has reacted to the continued uptick in inflation that has been reported so far this year.    Our experts discuss corporate earnings season, take a closer look at how the Magnificent 7 companies are faring and discuss UK interest rates, inflation data and house prices.   Finally, James, Robert and Isabel check back in with the Bank of Japan after last month’s interest rates...

In this episode our hosts James, Isabel and Robert explore what made March such a bumper period for central bank activity in the US, Europe and the UK. They also take a close look at the after effects of the Bank of Japan’s recent rate hike and what this might mean for markets.   The team turn their attention to global equity markets and the strengthening we’ve seen in certain asset classes. They discuss recently buoyed equity indices, potential reasons for record high gold prices and...

Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla comprise the group coined the 'Magnificent 7'. The performance of this group of large, tech oriented US stocks has been a major theme for markets in recent years.   In this segment from our latest Investor Insights, James Tulloch, Senior Investment Specialist and Valeria Moore, CBAM's Deputy Head of Equity Research explore the significance of this group of stocks on markets and what exactly makes them so magnificent.    This podcast...

In this episode Tony, Isabel and Robert turn their focus to the UK. They explore what is currently happening in the UK economy (5:00), what the Bank of England is focused on and what might move interest rates (7:43). Our experts also discuss current trends in UK bond and equity markets and the theme of de-equitisation (11:30). And we dive into what prompted the theme of this month’s edition - the virtues of the US market and why it so often captures our attention (1:50). This podcast is...

In this episode Tony, Isabel and Robert dive into the latest in central banks, particularly the Bank of England’s recent meeting and the likelihood of rate cuts and changes in interest rates (1:35).    Plus, what’s happening in China right now? Our experts explore whether a cut to the reserve ratio requirement earlier this month speaks to a broader malaise in the economy (11:08).   And, the team discuss the upcoming US election, why Biden is behind in recent polling and key election risks to...

In our first episode of 2024 we hear from Head of Investment Specialists, Tony Whincup, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss: • 2023 in review: how did our 2023 predictions do? (1:20)• 2024 outlook: what will drive markets this year? (11:00)• Plus, risks in the Red Sea (16:42), a year of elections (25:55):and the outlook for earnings (20:55) This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management...

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss: What were the key factors affecting markets looking back on 2023What are the key considerations looking forward to 2024When and how rate cuts may impact marketsAre the upcoming UK and US elections likely to impact marketsThis podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management –...

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss: Why US equity markets have pulled back into correction territoryThe potential global economic implications of regional conflictsWhether earnings season has had an effect on equity marketsIf slower sales growth and interest rate cuts are the canary in the coal mineThe take away from...

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss: Interest rates and inflation The Bank of England and the Federal Reserve have left interest rates unchanged. Are we at the peak of the interest rate hike cycle and what happens next?   Will the rising oil prices result in higher inflation? The reaction of equity markets - growth...

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they explore: Contraction of corporate earnings and share price reactionsSector performance and the impact of Artificial Intelligence and tech on marketsInterest rate hikesEasing of the labour market in the US and strong wage growth in the UKChina’s recovery and developmentsThis podcast is brought to...

Hear our experts discuss the market outlook for investors in our latest #podcast episode. Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, explores current market themes with our Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com   We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment...

Hear our experts discuss the market outlook for investors in our latest podcast episode. Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, explores current market themes with our Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com   We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment...

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they explore: Recent purchasing managers index readings and what they are telling us about the health of the economyImproved Chinese GDPThe surprisingly high UK Inflation printInvestment implications from an asset allocation perspectiveThis podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management...

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they explore: What’s been happening in the banking sector recentlyThe broader investment implications of recent volatility in banking stocks and bondsFurther interest rate rises and what has caused the uptick in UK inflationThis podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management –...

Hear our experts discuss the market outlook for investors in our latest podcast episode. Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, explores current market themes with our Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com   We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment...

In this first episode we hear Head of Investment Specialists Tony Whincup quizzing Chief Investment Officer Robert Alster and Investment Officer Isabel Albarran on their predictions for 2023 and what investors can expect to see over the next 12 months….. Is a recession likely in the UK, Europe and the US?How will the ongoing cost of living crisis impact consumer behaviour in 2023?Are we starting to see the green shoots of recovery in the energy market?Will China’s re-opening boost global...