Market news today - tech stocks back on the front foot
27/04/2026 | 7 mins.
This week in the markets: a busy few days beckon as technology stocks drive the market to new highs; earnings season accelerates with a focus on results from the Magnificent Seven; and it’s a big week for central bank rate decisions. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets defying gravity? The indicators for what happens next
24/04/2026 | 16 mins.
Today on the show - why have markets stormed back to new highs despite such ongoing risk and uncertainty? And which indicators should investors watch for what happens next. Tom Stevenson is here to explain. 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.
Market news today - a fragile V-shaped rally
20/04/2026 | 8 mins.
This week in the markets: Volatile news from the Gulf holds the key to global equity markets; but strong earnings growth puts a floor under prices for now. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.
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How - and when - should you take tax-free cash from your pension?
17/04/2026 | 21 mins.
Today on the show - when does it makes sense to take tax-free cash from your pension? And which method of taking it will be best for you? Jemma Slingo is here to explain this often misunderstood part of the pension system. Ed Monk is joined by 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.
5 essential checks to make for the new tax year
15/04/2026 | 19 mins.
Today on the show - we are in a brand new financial year, so it’s a great time to run the rule over your finances and make sure you are on track to meet your long-term savings goals. We’ve got 5 essential checks to help you do it. 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.
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.
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