Quarterly Podcast: Turning turbulence into opportunity - portfolio moves that matter
Despite a strong close for markets this quarter, the path there was far from smooth. In this episode, we look at how our portfolios performed through the volatility, and where we made adjustments, both in terms of equity holdings and protection strategies. We also discuss our views on wider macroeconomic conditions, interest rates and currencies, and the areas where we continue to find long-term value.
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New Court Portfolio Spotlight - Texas Instruments
In this episode, Sarah Ball, our Investment Specialist, sits down with Rorrie Mars, Equity Analyst, to explore the investment case for Texas Instruments (TI), demystifying the world of analog semiconductors and why TI stands out in a rapidly evolving industry.
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Quarterly Podcast: Defensive strategies and future opportunities amid market volatility
The first quarter of 2025 saw global stocks hit new highs, then pull back, as investor sentiment shifted in an uncertain environment. In this podcast, we discuss the factors affecting performance, how we've positioned portfolios more defensively over the last year, and where we believe the best opportunities may lie in future. While we also address the recent market developments sparked by President Trump's 'Liberation Day' tariffs and our thoughts on what they mean for our portfolios, please note this podcast was recorded on 9 April before the announcement of a pause in tariff increases.
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New Court Portfolio Spotlight - Cable companies
In this portfolio spotlight podcast Sarah Ball, our Investment Specialist, speaks with Nicola Muirhead, Equity Analyst, to discuss the outlook of some long-standing holdings within our portfolio, US cable stocks: Cable One, Comcast and Charter Communications.
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Quarterly Podcast: A year of friendlier economics and uncomfortable geopolitics
Global stocks were up nearly a fifth in 2024 – a second year of double digit returns, with the US and its tech juggernauts being the driving seat of a narrowly led market. However, the imminent return of President Trump, bolstered by a Republican sweep of Congress has caused uncertainty around the ‘MAGA’ agenda, and what the impact will be in the US and globally. Â
In this podcast, CEO Helen Watson, is joined by Victor Balfour, Global Investment Strategist, and Hugo Capel Cure, Co-Head of Portfolio Management, reflect upon our performance in 2024, and look ahead to 2025.
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