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Navigating the new media landscape: Susannah and Sarah take a look at the challenges facing the media industry, covering the drop in popularity of traditional television, the rise of streaming services and online competitors and the impact on advertising revenue. Plus, Matt Britzman, senior equity analyst at HL, gives his thoughts on some listed companies affected by changes in the industry. This...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah delve into the world of the UK’s supermarkets in the midst of multiple lock-downs, Brexit and a cost-of-living crisis. We also take a look at the wider impact on retail behaviour and the supply chain as a whole. Matt Britzman, equity analyst at HL, unpacks what's happened with some of the biggest household names, touching on Sainsbury’s, Ocado and Tesco....

In this week's episode, Sarah and Helen delve into the world of pensions, unpacking burning issues including the state pension, lost pension pots, investing in the UK and potential tax relief changes. Didi Ager, HL financial planner, joins us to consider key pension questions people are asking right now. We’ll also look at companies that have been reporting – Microsoft, Paypal and NatWest. This po...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah talk to Senior Analyst, Nathan Long, to explore the financial resilience of the nation by unwrapping the findings from the latest Savings and Resilience Barometer. We touch on the true cost of being single, runaway rental costs and the expense of remortgaging. Helen Morrissey joins us to give the inside scoop on measuring financial resilience in retiremen...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah look at what the outcome of the general election may mean for our money, investments and pensions. We also turn our attention to the travel sector and what the upcoming holiday season could look like. As usual, we look at the potential impact to stocks and funds in the sector. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, se...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah speak with Anne Fairweather, HL’s head of government relations and public policy, to break down the manifestos and see where the parties differ, especially when it comes to issues affecting savers and investors. We also take a look at how higher interest rates could affect Natwest, Berkshire Hathaway and Apple, explore funds to watch while rates are highe...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah take a look at the energy sector, touching on oil, gas and electricity. We look at how big energy giants, like Exxon Mobil and Shell, are faring and delve into political moves on the General Election campaign trail. Talking ESG considerations and the energy transition, find out how all of this could impact your investments and personal finances. This podc...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah look at the recent record highs of the UK markets, UK shares and funds to watch and how pension funds are investing right now. They also explore how the answer to your saving and investing gaps may already be sitting in your accounts. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. Investments rise and fall in val...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah look at the biggest names in tech, the Magnificent Seven: Microsoft, Amazon, Google (Alphabet), Tesla, Facebook (Meta), Nvidia and Apple. We also delve into the latest edition of the HL Savings and Resilience Barometer for an inside look into the nation’s savings and investments. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah look into what’s driving metals prices up – looking at using gold and silver to hedge against inflation, lithium use in EVs, the metal recycling industry and copper’s part to play in the energy transition. We also look at how some of the biggest names in mining are faring, and the ESG (environmental, social and governance) implications. Find out how all o...

In this week's episode, Susannah and Sarah look at how the pharmaceutical sector is faring after a whirlwind few years. Exploring weight loss treatments, AstraZeneca, Novo Nordisk, GSK, and falling healthy life expectancy, find out how all of this could affect your savings and investments. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and...

In this episode, Susannah and Sarah dive deep into the NatWest share sale and Sophie Lund-Yates explores how past government privatisations stand now, touching on BT, British Gas and Royal Mail. Emma Wall also looks at why the UK market is an interesting region at the moment and what that might mean for your investments. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you s...

In this episode, Sarah and Susannah talk all things tax year end and look at the reasons why many leave it to the last minute to make use of pension and ISA allowances. They also look at how this year's Spring Budget could impact your savings and investments - touching on British ISA, cuts to National Insurance and more. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you s...

In this episode, Sarah and Susannah explore the financial sector and talk about the UK's biggest banks and building societies. Touching on interest rate cuts, the NatWest share sale and the impact of upcoming elections – find out how all of this could impact your savings and investments.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Sarah and Susannah delve into the world of sin stocks, looking at oil companies, weapons manufacturers, Environmental Social and Governance and sustainable investing, as well as the pursuit of net zero. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

In this week's episode, Sarah and Susannah look at the weakening luxury market, a drop in retail sales growth and the impact of brand power. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Sarah and Susannah discuss the latest HL Savings & Resilience Barometer. We explore where life is getting tougher, how retirement resilience is falling, and reveal the golden rules of investing for those getting started. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you seek advice. Investments rise and fall in value, so investors could make a loss. H...

In this episode, Sarah and Susannah talk about how you can protect yourself and family from investment and pension scams, and why cybersecurity is an ESG issue. We also look at what market opportunities scams can bring and which companies could be most at risk. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. All investments can fall as well as rise in valu...

In this episode, we examine what 2024 might bring for investments, pensions, savings, house prices and interest rates, and explore funds and shares to watch.   All investments fall as well as rise in value, so you could get back less than you invest. This is not personal advice. If you are unsure of a course of action for your circumstances, you should ask for advice. Hosted on Acast. See aca...

We explore the challenges for buy-to-let investors and tenants, whether it’s a sensible option for your pension, and an alternative way to invest for income. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We examine the Autumn Statement changes, looking at ISAs, tax cuts, economic forecasts, pension changes, and the politics. We also revisit shares and funds we suggested as ones to watch, to see how they’re faring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Sarah and Susannah discuss investment into infrastructure. Talking HS2, housebuilding and the environmental, social and governance (ESG) implications, find out how all of this could impact your savings and investments. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our Investment and Personal Finance experts answer some of your most common retirement questions, covering annuities, the triple lock, ideas for your portfolio in retirement and how much you actually need to save up to retire comfortably. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sarah and Susannah put commodities under the microscope and discuss how the Israel-Hamas conflict has impacted oil prices, as well as the evolution of green energy. This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. All investments can fall as well as rise in value, so you could get back less than you invest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

Our Investment and Personal Finance experts discuss the squeeze on budgets and the rise of the night in. We look at companies taking advantage of the shift as well as the struggles of the hospitality industry.  This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re not sure what’s right for you, seek advice. All investments can fall as well as rise in value, so you could get back less than you invest....