MoneyWeek Talks

Emerging Europe, the Middle East and Africa could offer investors opportunities beyond the usual hotspots, Adnan El-Araby, lead manager of the Barings Emerging EMEA Opportunities Trust, says. Talking to Andrew Van Sickle on MoneyWeek Talks, El-Araby explores the investment potential of countries such as Greece and Poland, how Saudi Arabia is diversifying beyond oil, and why South Africa could be a...

We are on the verge of a new commodity ‘supercycle’ – Evy Hambro, co-manager of the BlackRock World Mining Fund, says. Speaking on MoneyWeek Talks, Hambro says investment in AI, electrification and ageing infrastructure is driving demand for commodities such as copper and critical minerals He also explores how real assets such as gold can help protect investors’ purchasing power during periods of...

What does it take to build a multi-billion-pound business? Sir Richard Harpin, a self-made billionaire, shares the lessons he learned while growing HomeServe into a FTSE 100 company, which he sold for £4.1 billion. Harpin recalls nearly running out of money twice, and explains how he turned it around. Speaking on the latest episode of MoneyWeek Talks, Harpin warns that a wealth tax or further incr...

Space is no longer the preserve of the world’s richest countries. Falling launch costs, advances in satellite technology and growing demand for data and defence capabilities are opening up a new frontier for investors. Mark Boggett, CEO and co-founder of investment firm Seraphim Space, discusses the opportunities emerging across the sector on the latest episode of MoneyWeek Talks, from nuclear pow...

In recent weeks, artificial intelligence (AI) has been making headlines for all the wrong reasons, from AI agents 'going rogue' to Anthropic and OpenAI models hacking the Australian government. But these safety concerns are unlikely to slow spending – in fact, it could even accelerate investment in infrastructure, security and regulation, according to Jessica Inskip, director of investor research...

Utilities and infrastructure used to be a sector typically associated with producing steady inflation-linked income, but not anymore. That’s according to Jean-Hugues de Lamaze, manager of the Ecofin Global Utilities and Infrastructure Trust, who said there is high demand for capital expenditure in listed infrastructure. Speaking on the latest episode of MoneyWeek Talks, de Lamaze said ageing infra...

The Chinese economy is facing headwinds. There is weakness in consumer spending, its property market is still in a slump, and there’s weakness in business investment. Speaking on the latest episode of MoneyWeek Talks, Dale Nicholls, manager of Fidelity’s China special situations fund says that while there may be negative things to say about the country’s economy, there are also bright spots to loo...

Japan’s story has long been one of deflation. For the last 20 years or so, the country has been plagued by it, leaving its economy stunted. But has the tide finally turned? Deflation has been conquered, and Japanese firms are finally listening to shareholders. In this episode of MoneyWeek Talks , Masaki Taketsume, manager of the Schroder Japan Trust, discusses the initial catalyst, how much of the...

The Bank of England might be best known for setting interest rates and printing banknotes, but there’s much more going on at the central bank. In this episode of MoneyWeek Talks, Bank of England economists Jack Leslie and Rupal Patel discuss what's kept in the Bank's vaults, the origin of colour banknotes, and how interest rates can be used to tackle inflation. MoneyWeek Talks is a podcast that he...

Almost half of all adults in the UK struggle with financial literacy. Many do not understand the three key concepts – compounding returns, inflation, and risk. Without understanding these concepts, building financial independence becomes harder. Indeed the rising levels of young people not in education, employment or training can be linked back to poor numeracy skills in schools. That presents a “...

Asian small caps are often overlooked, but the right opportunities in the space can bring returns for investors, says Gabriel Sacks, manager of Aberdeen's Asia Focus fund. MoneyWeek Talks is a podcast that helps you unlock the secrets to financial success, where experts share their top tips on managing money, investing wisely and building wealth. Subscribe to the MoneyWeek Talks podcast and get re...

Biotech has been misunderstood as inherently risky for years. But that is no longer the case, says Ailsa Craig, fund manager of Schroders’ International Biotechnology Trust.

Successive governments have tried and failed to turn the economy around and deliver the type of growth many got used to before the 2008 financial crisis. So what can be done about Britain's growth issue? Independent economist Julian Jessop told the MoneyWeek Talks podcast that part of the answer is boosting productivity in the country. But the best way to do this for Jessop is not necessarily pour...

The UK is obsessed with cash. It's simple, easy to access, and won't crash. Put simply, it's risk-free. But that is not the whole truth, according to Andy Reed, head of behavioural economics research at Vanguard. While, yes investing can be risky. It is also risky not to invest, Reed tells MoneyWeek Talks. MoneyWeek Talks is a podcast that helps you unlock the secrets to financial success, where e...

Legendary billionaire investor Jeremy Grantham is an expert in stock market bubbles. In the 1980s, he spotted the Japanese bubble. He also, rightly, refused to rush into the tech bubble that popped dramatically during the dotcom crash. Now, with all eyes on the astronomical valuations AI firms are commanding, does he think a bubble is emerging? MoneyWeek Talks is a podcast that helps you unlock th...

Stepping away from a professional boxing career just a few years after winning gold at the Commonwealth Games might seem a strange decision for some – but not Delicious Orie. Orie, who retired from the sport last May, tells Kalpana Fitzpatrick he has now embarked on a career in the financial world, which offers him something boxing couldn’t – fulfilment.

The world is in the midst of an oil crisis. The war in Iran has thrown the markets into turmoil, with the price of oil soaring to around $100 a barrel. The oil shock has repercussions that are far wider than just the price of petrol. MoneyWeek editors Kalpana Fitzpatrick, Andrew Van Sickle, and Cris Sholto Heaton make sense of what is happening now, where the crisis could go next, and what you sho...

Inheritance tax is a tricky topic. Taboos around speaking about money and the emotion that comes with thinking about death create a perfect storm for misunderstanding it. But with such complex rules around inheritance, it is a topic well worth talking about – and sooner rather than later. Lisa Conway Hughes, a certified financial adviser and founder of LCH Wealth, speaks to MoneyWeek's Kalpana Fit...

What force will shape the world in the next 20 years? The answer is China's drive to financialise, according to Diana Choyleva, founder and chief economist at Enodo Economics. Diana speaks to MoneyWeek's Cris Sholto Heaton about how the AI race differs in China versus the west, the transformation of the country's equity market, and the breakdown of globalisation.

Andrew Van Sickle speaks to Charles Jillings, co-fund manager of Utilico Emerging Markets Trust, about the outlook for emerging economies, the challenges posed by the latest oil shock, and long-term investment opportunities in infrastructure and utilities.

#Ad In this episode, we speak to Cocoba, a Kent-based chocolate brand, about its growth journey and expansion into international markets. The conversation explores the practical realities of exporting for SMEs: from managing cash flow and production cycles to navigating the challenges of fulfilling larger overseas orders. It highlights how delays between production and payment can place pressure o...

What is stopping the UK from investing? It's a mixture of three main factors, according to Henry MacLeod, co-head of digital distribution at BlackRock. In this episode of MoneyWeek Talks , Kalpana Fitzpatrick speaks to Henry about the state of investing in the UK, how we can debunk myths about risk, and whether AI can help you become a better investor.

#Ad In this episode, we speak to The Gym Group about how Jobcentre Plus is helping it overcome the challenges of recruiting and retaining talent in a fast-growing, service-led business. As the company expands across the UK, building a consistent pipeline of skilled employees has become a key priority. The conversation explores how partnerships with Jobcentre Plus are helping to address this challe...

#Ad In this episode, we speak to Electra Vehicles, a West Yorkshire-based manufacturer developing electric and hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles, about the realities of building and scaling a technology-led business. Founder Sid Sadique shares his journey from apprentice mechanic to leading a growing engineering business, and explains the challenges SMEs face in capital-intensive sectors, from...

Daniel Avigad, manager of the TM Lansdowne European Special Situations fund, speaks to MoneyWeek's Andrew Van Sickle about opportunities in European equities, solving the continent's growth problem, and the consequences of populism.