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Are index funds the next bubble? The hidden risk of passive investing
24/07/2026 | 23 mins.
Today on the show Tom Stevenson is here to talk about the remarkable power of passive index funds and why some famous investors are beginning to warn their dominance holds threats for stock markets.
Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to 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.
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How can you retire before your State Pension starts?
22/07/2026 | 20 mins.
Today on the show - Jemma Slingo is here to tell us what it takes to bridge the gap between retirement and State Pension. How can you reproduce the income the State Pension provides and retire earlier?
Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to 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.
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Market news today - Markets look beyond the AI wobble
20/07/2026 | 9 mins.
This week in the markets: the broad market remains resilient despite cracks showing in the AI boom; inflation and interest rates are the main data focus this week; earnings season steps up a gear; while here in the UK, Andy Burnham becomes Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade.
Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
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Still waiting for the crash? This is what’s holding markets up
16/07/2026 | 14 mins.
Today on the show -Tom Stevenson is here to tell us why he has turned (even more) optimistic on stock markets - despite the bearish predictions abound elsewhere. What is holding up stock markets - and can it last?
Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to 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.
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How much of your salary will you need to recreate in retirement?
15/07/2026 | 16 mins.
Today on the show - Jemma Slingo is here to tell us about ‘replacement rates’ in retirement - the proportion of your working salary you’ll need to recreate in retirement to maintain your living standards. The results might come as a surprise. You can read Jemma's recent article on replacement rates here.
Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to 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.

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With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor is the essential weekly investing podcast for smart investors. Join Ed Monk as he explores investing, financial news, stock markets and economics. With his 360˚ view of the world of investment, Ed provides a well-balanced take on the latest 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. “Excellent market insights” ★★★★★ “Clear analysis” ★★★★★ Please remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed may no longer be current and may have already been acted upon and is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to an authorised financial adviser.

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