AJ Bell Money & Markets

Dan and Laura look at the leisure sector and what companies will have to do when they reopen from 4 July. They also discuss how share prices in the sector have fared and what the market has been pricing in. The latest activity in the property market suggests more people are struggling to get a mortgage. Listen to the podcast for insight into this trend. Finally, don’t miss this week’s guest, Ian M...

This week’s guest is Bertie Thomson from Brown Advisory who talks about how he deals with losing trades and what to think about when it comes to selling investments. Dan and Laura chat about the latest figures on our everyday living costs and whether you might have to pay to store cash in a savings account. They also look at the latest stock market movements, chat about the AIM market which celebr...

This week’s podcast discusses the big rebound in share prices since March and what could happen next. The team chat about the UK property market and what the latest figures are telling us. Dan explains why many investment trusts aren’t as reliable as people think for income, and Laura talks to Kay Ingram from adviser firm LEBC about the importance of having a will. Presented by Shares’ Editor Dan...

We take a deeper look into how the pandemic has caused a divide with people’s finances. Some are saving more money and others are taking on more debt. Dan and Laura debate new data on money habits during lockdown and Clare Seal shares her story about how she managed to get out of a serious debt problem. Presented by AJ Bell’s Personal Finance Analyst Laura Suter and Shares’ Editor Dan Coatsworth

Join us for a chat about consumer-facing stocks soaring on Government news and a negative report on clothing retailer Boohoo. This week’s guest is Ryan Hughes from AJ Bell’s investment team who talks to Laura and Dan about problems in the property market and why many fund companies are lining up the next managers for their products. Find out why we’re all paying less tax and why there is relief fo...

This week’s podcast is an income special. Dan and Laura talk about the sectors still paying dividends in a sea of cuts, what might happen to income funds, and they chat with Ben Peters from Evenlode Global Income Fund about how he is making portfolio changes in a dividend-starved world. The podcast also discusses how investors have flocked to biotech stocks and why the cost of living is falling in...

This week’s podcast considers the investment case for airlines and how the industry is to going to get through the global pandemic. The team also discuss the process for getting a refund on flights and holidays that you haven’t been able to take. The podcast also has two guests: Kay Ingram from LEBC chats about protection planning during the crisis and Simon Chisholm from Resonance talks about inv...

This week’s podcast asks what a wealth tax would mean for the UK and how it could be implemented. The team give some good news for people with Lifetime ISAs and reveal why Santander’s 123 account has lost its charm. Tom Walker from Schroders joins the show to explain why data centres are the new beachfront property and Peter Askew from T Bailey chats about whether the coronavirus is going to alter...

This week’s podcast talks about the rally in stocks as investors grow more optimistic. The team talk about housebuilders and retailers opening shop again and how that’s influencing share prices. They also discuss an important change to income funds battling a major freeze on company dividends. Discover where to get free financial advice as a group of experts offer help during the pandemic. And thi...

This week’s podcast explains why oil prices have been plummeting and whether that is good news for consumers.  The team discuss the £4 billion fundraising by 80 companies since March and why retail investors aren’t being allowed to join the party. They also respond to a listener request on the importance of having a diversified portfolio, and talk to Liontrust’s John Husselbee about how multi-asse...

In this episode we look at how Absolute Return funds have performed and how you can tell which will be the stable providers of positive returns. We also look at why there is a peak in pension withdrawals and the things you need to look out for before you take a pension income for the first time. As the number making use of mortgage holidays during Corona-virus hits 1.2m people we talk about what i...

This week’s podcast teaches listeners how to prepare for tougher economic times, such as managing debts and getting better deals on savings and insurance. The team explain why airlines, oil companies and retailers have seen a massive share price surge and what to expect next. You can also learn how companies and company bosses are doing their bit to help staff, communities and the NHS. And finally...

This week’s podcast gives you the latest insights into how markets are faring, why dividends keep being cancelled, and how fund managers are reshaping portfolios and whether this is good or bad for investors. Brand Finance’s Declan Ahern joins the show to talk about how banks can try to improve their reputation and the team reveal why the property market is being hit by a lockdown on certain types...

This week’s podcast explains the measures taken by central banks and governments to help markets, businesses and individuals. The team discuss why so many stocks are now rising and what to look for when judging the sustainability of the market recovery. The podcast also runs through all the help from banks and government on repayments for mortgages, credit cards and loans, accessing savings, child...

It’s not all doom and gloom on the stock market. We’ve found a ray of sunshine with a selection of businesses in demand. Discover all in this week’s podcast. We look at how funds have performed this year including some that have actually gone up in value. You can also find out why more property funds have been suspended and the latest changes to nation’s shopping basket. Presented by AJ Bell’s Per...

This week’s podcast explains the good and bad news in the latest Budget. From pensions and savings to tax allowances, the team cover all the essential points that will impact your personal finances. Find out about the stocks affected by the Chancellor’s plans including big infrastructure spend, and why higher earners will benefit from big pension changes. The podcast also discusses changes to Juni...

This week’s podcast reveals the stocks rising when everything else is down, and the team talk about managing a pension in a market sell-off. They discuss what to expect from the forthcoming Budget, and they chat about your chances of getting money back if you decide not to travel. And for those frustrated with queuing up in a bank branch, help could be on the way via your phone. Presented by Share...

This week’s podcast discusses the big decline in global stock markets and where investors have shifted their money. Guest Rachel Vahey from AJ Bell explains how much people are spending on their lifestyles in retirement and how this information could help define pension saving targets. The team reveal the stocks and funds held by ISA millionaires and they discuss a potential new name to the UK sav...

This week’s podcast has an exclusive interview with James Anderson who runs the £9bn Scottish Mortgage investment fund. The team also chat about bizarre movements in stocks and gold this year, how Generation X is losing out financially, and why living in a cashless society might not be so good. Finally, discover why premium bond holders won’t be jumping for joy.   Presented by Shares’ Editor Danie...

This week’s podcast features an exclusive interview with Nick Train whose Lindsell Train business manages £22 billion of investors’ money. He talks about various big name stocks, why he recently invested in the owner of St. Tropez, the appeal of backing football clubs, and how investors should think when markets are troubled. Presented by Shares’ Editor Daniel Coatsworth

This week’s podcast chats about how fund managers are reacting to the coronavirus. The team debate why Tesla’s value has doubled in a month, and they consider the challenges ahead for Just Eat following its takeover by Takeaway.com. You can also hear about the large sums of money many people are failing to claim for their pensions and why diamond prices are on the move. Presented by Shares’ Editor...

This week’s podcast looks at the impact of the major health incident on stocks and commodities. The team also explain why Woodford investors may not be too pleased with their first batch of income fund refunds. Dan and Laura to talk to Premier Miton fund manager James Smith about everything to do with infrastructure investments. Tom and Dan also chat about the difference between ISAs and SIPPs for...

This week’s podcast chats about getting on the housing ladder and the low number of self-employed people with pension savings. The team also consider the big challenges facing Marks & Spencer as a business and they talk to Laura Foll from Janus Henderson about why she thinks 2020 is looking good to own UK companies. Presented by AJ Bell’s Personal Finance Analyst Laura Suter and Shares’ Editor Dan...

This week’s podcast explores how to invest in vegan-related companies. The team look at proposals to shake up easy access cash interest rates, and they explain why funds that invest in UK smaller companies have shone in the past month. There is also your usual update on the key movers and shakers on the stock market and the latest topical personal finance news. Presented by Shares’ Editor Daniel C...

This week we’re talking about the latest events on the stock market including how Morrisons and Sainsbury’s reported on Christmas trading and how Greggs is thriving. Discover fund managers’ favourite places in the tech space and find out how the podcast team got on with their New Year’s financial resolutions. There is also a chat about how our shopping baskets have changed over the past 10 years....