New rumours about Cash ISA allowance cut, and paying tax as a Vinted seller
This week’s episode of the Money & Markets podcast explains why Sainsbury’s and Greggs are experiencing different fortunes. [00:48]
Charlene Young addresses the latest rumours about income tax and a potential cut to Cash ISA allowances. [06:12]
Dan Coatsworth explains why Lifetime ISAs are back on the political agenda. [13:36]
New data suggests there is a serious problem of takeover news being leaked before official announcements. Dan dives into this topic. [18:55]
If you’re one of the growing number of people selling goods on Vinted or Ebay, Charlene considers the level of sales that attract the tax man’s attention. [22:40]
As schools prepare to break up and people take time off work for their summer break, the podcast reveals a worrying scam aimed at holidaymakers. [25:50]
The clock is ticking on the end of Trump’s 90-day tariff negotiations, so Dan considers what could happen next and how markets might react. [28:59]
This week’s special guest is someone directly impacted by the new tariff regime. Greg Eckel invests in Canada and he talks to Tom Sieber about the impact of Trump’s policies and the long-term prospects for Canadian stocks. [32:46]
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Markets on edge, Bitcoin on the balance sheet, and the rise of Rosebank
This week on Money and Markets, Dan and Laura break down how Middle East tensions are shaking up oil, gold, and travel stocks [1:45], and what the latest results from FedEx and Halfords tell us about consumer confidence and global trade [7:00].
In our personal finance section, we explore the cut to Premium Bond prize rates and why loyalty to your savings account might be costing you [13:00]. We also look at the rise of companies putting Bitcoin on the balance sheet [23:50] - and share a strange new scam story you’ll want to hear [57:04].
Our interview is with the team at Evenlode, discussing why their global equity funds are cautious on the US and why they avoid the obvious bets [34:44]. And we wrap up with a spotlight on Rosebank, the Melrose spinoff that just raised £1.1 billion in one of AIM’s biggest fundraises in years [47:31].
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Deep Dive #4: How to invest like Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett is the world’s best known investor, but at the tender age of 94, he’s recently announced he’ll be stepping down as CEO of his investment vehicle, Berkshire Hathaway. In this Deep Dive by AJ Bell Money and Markets, Laith Khalaf and Russ Mould discuss Buffett’s investment strategy, and how everyday investors can apply it to their portfolio.
Laith and Russ talk through some of the key investing principles of Warren Buffett, delving into whether he is really a value investor, and asking if Buffett is right when he says diversification is protection against ignorance. We also look at the importance of a buy and hold strategy and staying within your circle of competence.
We’re joined by Keith Ashworth-Lord, manager of the Sanford DeLand Buffettology fund, to explain what Buffettology is, and how he applies Buffett’s principles to investing in the UK stock market.
Laith and Russ discuss some more of Buffett’s investing tips, such as whether most people should buy a tracker fund, and if crypto really is ‘rat poison squared’.
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A peek inside the minds of expert investors and where next for AIM as it turns 30
On this week’s episode of the AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast, Danni Hewson and Dan Coatsworth assess recent oil price moves as the conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies and consider how hikes could impact global inflation. [04:21]
Could the UK be heading for “stagflation” as the economy shrinks? Danni checks out the latest growth and inflation data. [08:49]
Get the latest insight on corporate news. Profits are under pressure at equipment maker Ashtead ahead of the company moving its main stock market listing to New York. The US and UK might have finally rubber stamped a deal on cars and jet engines but Jaguar Land Rover has already slashed its forecasts. With defence stocks in fashion, Dan and Danni consider why one company, RC Fornax, has issued an earnings warning. [17:53]
As AIM celebrates its 30th birthday, Dan looks at companies past and present, while Tom Sieber from Shares Magazine explains why a lot of companies have become disheartened with the junior market. [25:30]
Bank of America’s latest survey into how fund managers are positioning portfolios makes for fascinating reading as markets remain volatile. [32:10]
Our guest interview features Emma Moriarty from Capital Gearing Trust who discusses why markets are moving higher yet economic forecasts are moving lower. [34:57]
The podcast also talks about the choice of savings products hitting record highs but some rates are at a two-year low [47:30]. The team also explain why Which? is urging shoppers to consider protections when using “pay by bank”. [50:42]
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Deep Dive #4: How to invest like Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett is the world’s best known investor, but at the tender age of 94, he’s recently announced he’ll be stepping down as CEO of his investment vehicle, Berkshire Hathaway. In this Deep Dive by AJ Bell Money and Markets, Laith Khalaf and Russ Mould discuss Buffett’s investment strategy, and how everyday investors can apply it to their portfolio.
Laith and Russ talk through some of the key investing principles of Warren Buffett, delving into whether he is really a value investor, and asking if Buffett is right when he says diversification is protection against ignorance. We also look at the importance of a buy and hold strategy and staying within your circle of competence.
We’re joined by Keith Ashworth-Lord, manager of the Sanford DeLand Buffettology fund, to explain what Buffettology is, and how he applies Buffett’s principles to investing in the UK stock market.
Laith and Russ discuss some more of Buffett’s investing tips, such as whether most people should buy a tracker fund, and if crypto really is ‘rat poison squared’.
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