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AI has captured the market’s imagination, but inflation may prove the more persistent test.   Transformative technologies can create extraordinary long-term winners, but history shows that innovation-led booms often bring overvaluation and painful capital losses when too much capital chases too many opportunities at the wrong price.   AI matters. But even the strongest investment themes can become...

Despite ongoing conflict in the Middle East, increased oil prices and persistent trade tensions, global markets continued to move higher in May - driven largely by the ongoing AI investment boom.   In this episode of Markets in a Nutshell, Linda Eedes focuses on what matters from here.   She explores how the AI race is reshaping global markets, why deglobalisation may keep inflation structurally h...

After a volatile March, global markets rebounded sharply in April – even as geopolitical tensions escalated and inflation pressures continued to build. In this episode of  Markets in a Nutshell , Linda Eedes focuses on what matters from here. She explores the macroeconomic backdrop shaping global markets, the risk of inflation staying higher for longer and why now is not the time for investor comp...

March was a reminder of how quickly market optimism can unravel. The beginning of the month was defined by hopes that inflation had been tamed and would start to fall. But by mid-March, the escalation of the Israel-American conflict with Iran triggered an inescapable disruption the world over. Linda Eedes unpacks this shift and its immediate and far-reaching consequences on global markets during M...

In February 2026, the S&P 500 stalled while international markets surged, outperforming the US by the widest margin since 2009. From ‘AI scare trades’ to US policy uncertainty, investors are questioning the long-held assumption of US dominance.   Investment professional Linda Eedes unpacks why capital is shifting toward Europe, Asia and a resilient South Africa, and why gold – not US Treasurie...

January started with a geopolitical bang, and the world’s risk premium rose - forcing markets to price a world in which alliances appear more transactional and institutions more exposed to politics. In this month’s Markets in a Nutshell, investment professional Linda Eedes recaps January 2026, from equity gains amid tensions to sharp commodity reversals. Volatility reminded us that crowded trades...

Rate cuts and resilient growth defied recession fears in 2025. Global equities delivered their strongest year since 2019, with European and emerging markets outperforming the US by double digits. Commodities surged to record highs. Linda Eedes reflects on a remarkable year of unexpected outcomes – and why misbehaving markets remain the greatest certainty as investors step into 2026.

Markets paused in November as US equities stayed flat, tech underperformed, and gold soared while Bitcoin slumped. South Africa rallied on supportive conditions, while China remained under pressure. Linda Eedes explains why diversification—blending growth with defensiveness—remains key for resilience in uncertain times.

Foord Founder Dave Foord joins Investment Professional Linda Eedes to discuss the major structural forces shaping markets over the next five years. They explore why politics now dominates economics, the unsustainable debt path of the US and Europe and the 'big train smash' coming in the private credit market.

In our monthly podcast, 'Markets in a Nutshell', Linda Eedes breaks down October's market dynamics. She explains why cyclical mining shares pulled back sharply despite rising gold prices and addresses the AI investment frenzy. Linda discusses the impressive, consistent returns of the Foord Balanced Fund and outlines why we are focused on deploying capital into low-debt, high-quality SA...

In the latest episode of our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a Nutshell’, Linda Eedes breaks down the key market trends of September 2025. September capped off another strong month for risk assets, extending a remarkable rally across global markets. Listen to the episode as we unpack the drivers of these gains, including a surge in South African equities, a rise in emerging markets and continued stre...

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a Nutshell’, Linda Eedes breaks down the key market trends of August 2025. Despite some market turbulence, global markets saw gains in August, driven by positive corporate earnings and slowing inflation. Listen to the full podcast for insights on how political decisions impacted the US, the mixed performance of commodities, and the importance of cautious investi...

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks July’s market performance. While global equities pushed higher, particularly in US and Chinese markets, underlying risks are emerging. US economic data showed mixed signals, with a rebound in growth but a weakening labour market. Meanwhile, rising tariffs and political pressures in the US raise concerns.

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes breaks down the key market trends of June. From the sharp recovery in US equities to emerging markets leading the charge, Linda unpacks the impact of geopolitical tensions, US policy changes, and currency movements. Tune in for insights on how Foord is navigating these dynamics while maintaining a disciplined approach to risk.

The past year has seen political shifts, economic challenges, and growing pressure for reform but South Africa's greatest strength may lie in what remains possible. In our latest podcast, portfolio manager Nancy Hossack and political economist Frans Cronje unpack the country’s current trajectory — from faltering business and consumer confidence to the fragile gains under the Government of Nati...

In this episode, Foord Singapore portfolio managers Brian Arcese and Ishreth Hassen dive deep into the evolving landscape of innovation. They explore what truly defines transformative technologies versus short-lived trends, and how investors can navigate this complex space. From AI to biotech, cloud computing, and digital finance, they discuss the real value created by innovation and how it drives...

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes explores what made May 2025 one of the strongest months for equity markets in the past year and whether the rebound is built on solid ground. She also reflects on how Foord’s portfolios performed during the month, highlighting the value of cautious optimism and global diversification.

In this episode, Foord portfolio managers Brian Arcese and JC Xue discuss the recent US-China 90-day tariff rollback and what it means for the future of trade and investment. They explore China’s shift toward high-tech innovation despite sanctions and how this is reshaping the country’s economy and long-term growth prospects.

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the month shaped by Trump’s surprise tariff announcement, which rattled global markets and rekindled fears of a trade war and US recession. From equity market whiplash and a rare bond sell-off to gold’s ascent and copper’s slump, she explores the mounting signs of economic strain.

Join investment professional Linda Eedes and portfolio manager Wim Murray as they discuss the current state of South African equities, navigating political and economic uncertainty, and finding value in challenging markets. (01:00) - Political Landscape and Its Impact on Equities (03:00) - Is There Still Potential for Real Returns in SA Equities? (04:00) - Foord’s Investment Strategy: Focusing on...

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes dives into the turbulent events that shaped March 2025’s market movements. From trade tensions and fears of a US recession to the impact of tariffs and shifting investor sentiment, she breaks down what’s driving the volatility. She also explores how emerging markets have demonstrated resilience, particularly through China’s recovery and...

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from February. This month, she explores how the US market is losing momentum, with Big Tech struggling, investor confidence waning, and Trump’s tariff-heavy trade policies raising concerns. Meanwhile, European and Chinese equities are gaining ground, with China’s market surging 16% on governm...

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from January. Linda explains the factors that helped Europe take the lead in equity performance and how Trump’s return to the White House, Chinese AI challenger DeepSeek’s emergence and Nvidia's historic market value loss are reshaping the investment landscape.

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from December. Linda explains the pullback in global equities and bonds, the Fed’s rate cuts, sector trends and what these developments mean for investment strategies heading into 2025.

In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from November. Linda gives expert insights on the global markets, the US election, economic trends and investment strategies moving forward.