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Predicting the market, US banks & biotech: The Companies and Markets Show
On the week Donald Trump retook the position of US president, a handful of banking stocks released strong results. Jemma Slingo joins host Dan Jones to explore what investors need to know about Trump’s potential impact, the differences between UK and US banks, and a broader outlook for the year. It’s then onto this week’s cover feature on creating five-year outlooks for markets. Alex Newman runs through his thinking behind the piece, the challenges that arise when predicting market moves, and his predictions for gold.Last up, Julian Hoffman talks weight-loss drugs. He and Dan discuss what investors can expect in the year ahead, why Novo Nordisk’s results were disappointing, and more. Timestamps 1:11 US banks12:22 A five-year outlook24:58 BiotechClaim your first 12 weeks of Investors' Chronicle Print + Digital for just £12. You will get instant access to our website and app, plus the magazine delivered to your door every week. To start your trial, visit www.investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasttrial *After your 12-week trial you will pay just £62 every 13 weeks by direct debit. If you’re not entirely satisfied, you can cancel up to 5 business days before your renewal date and only pay the £12 already debited. This offer is for UK subscribers only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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‘Trusts need to do better’: Boaz Weinstein of Saba Capital
Dave Baxter and Dan Jones sit down with the founder of Saba Capital, Boaz Weinstein. Last month, Saba sent the investment trust space into disarray by announcing it wanted to unseat board members at seven underperforming trusts, and merge them or offer shareholders a way out.In the episode, Dave and Dan grill Boaz on how Saba’s plans would work, what happens if it doesn’t win the votes, his belief that investors will benefit and more.The deadlines for shareholders to vote on Saba’s proposals vary, but in many cases, they are due before the end of January: check with your platform for details.How to vote in Saba's big investment trust battleTimestamps 1:45 Are we too preoccupied with discounts?5:04 Critiques of Saba6:53 The plan when the results are in10:05 Professional investors’ view 12:21 If they don’t win the votes15:01 Cash exits for trusts 16:53 Trusts’ unlisted holdings eg. SpaceX19:57 The strategy for a new super-entity23:31 Where Saba’s attention will turn next25:55 If they win the vote, will they mimic US processes?28:10 Can Saba keep discounts in check?Claim your first 12 weeks of Investors' Chronicle Print + Digital for just £12. You will get instant access to our website and app, plus the magazine delivered to your door every week. To start your trial, visit www.investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasttrial *After your 12-week trial you will pay just £62 every 13 weeks by direct debit. If you’re not entirely satisfied, you can cancel up to 5 business days before your renewal date and only pay the £12 already debited. This offer is for UK subscribers only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Small-cap income stocks & Games Workshop: The Companies and Markets Show
This week’s episode starts off with a discussion of Games Workshop’s (GAW) results which showed strong core revenues. Valeria Martinez looks at how the business is performing geographically, the catalysts of its growth, its forecasts and more. Julian Hofmann then gives listeners an insight into our latest cover feature on dividend minnows. He shares the background of his research on the history of dividends in the FTSE 100 and highlights what investors should be wary of when it comes to large-cap dividends. He also touches on some examples from the piece such as brickmaker, Brickabilty (BRCK). Last up is the pig and cattle genetics company Genus (GNS). Shares were up 20 per cent in just one day earlier in the week, a change of tune from its performance in previous years. Julian touches on the backdrop for the company’s performance and why it’s hard to price. Timestamps1:09 Games Workshop 17:00 Income minnows 25:34 GenusClaim your first 12 weeks of Investors' Chronicle Print + Digital for just £12. You will get instant access to our website and app, plus the magazine delivered to your door every week. To start your trial, visit www.investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasttrial *After your 12-week trial you will pay just £62 every 13 weeks by direct debit. If you’re not entirely satisfied, you can cancel up to 5 business days before your renewal date and only pay the £12 already debited. This offer is for UK subscribers only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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‘I’m optimistic about stocks in 2025’: Lee and the IC
The duo reunite after the festive period for a conversation on how Lord Lee’s portfolio performed, why he feels optimistic about the next 12 months and how he’s invested a strong flow of dividends.The pair discuss Christie Group plc, a stock Lord Lee suggests is “severely underrated”, his opinion on what to do with a company that’s down 50 per cent, and British big-names ITV, Aviva and Supermarket Income Reit.The episode rounds up in the typical style, updating listeners on new holdings or recent exits in Lord Lee’s portfolio. If you have any questions you would like answered in the podcast, please send them to [email protected] your first 12 weeks of Investors' Chronicle Print + Digital for just £12. You will get instant access to our website and app, plus the magazine delivered to your door every week. To start your trial, visit www.investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasttrial *After your 12-week trial you will pay just £62 every 13 weeks by direct debit. If you’re not entirely satisfied, you can cancel up to 5 business days before your renewal date and only pay the £12 already debited. This offer is for UK subscribers only.Timestamps 1:14 Optimism about the year ahead3:48 2024 review5:20 Reinvesting dividends6:55 Christie Group plc 10:54 What he would do at a 50 per cent loss 13:41 Should companies consult investors 15:38 Aviva and Direct Line19:39 ITV21:30 Supermarket Income Reit27:18 New positions and recent exits Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Yields, risk management and retailers: The Companies and Markets Show
We begin with trading updates from retailers and update investors on all they need to know about Next (NXT), M&S (MKS) and Greggs (GRG). There is considerable pressure across the board due to higher national insurance contributions, rising wages and uncertain consumer sentiment. Michael Fahy, Mark Robinson and Alex Newman weigh in.Mark Robinson talks all things risk management, the topic of our latest Big Read. Mark touches on the golden rules to follow, how to protect a portfolio and more.Next up is bond yields, a hot topic given the market turmoil, and the team discuss what’s happening and whether bonds can still be considered a diversifier away from stocks.Timestamps1:21 Retailers18:02 Risk managementClaim your first 12 weeks of Investors' Chronicle Print + Digital for just £12. You will get instant access to our website and app, plus the magazine delivered to your door every week. To start your trial, visit www.investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasttrial *After your 12-week trial you will pay just £62 every 13 weeks by direct debit. If you’re not entirely satisfied, you can cancel up to 5 business days before your renewal date and only pay the £12 already debited. This offer is for UK subscribers only. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Looking to stay informed in the world of investing? Investors' Chronicle dives into the key trends shaping today’s markets and unpacks what they mean for your investments. Featuring exclusive interviews with professional investors - whether fund managers or leading financial experts - our mission is to help you make smarter investment decisions.Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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