Market news today - Rate hopes keep shares bubbling

This week in the markets: the Fed gets ready for the year’s first US interest rate cut; Asian stocks lead a global bull market; IPOs bounce back in America; but inflation and government borrowing are the focus in Europe. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - what is rumbling in the bond market? Why have the prices of some government bonds been falling? What does it mean politically here in the UK and the US? What does it mean for stock markets and why does one group of individuals stand to gain from it? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: shares shrug off political turmoil as they gear up for a possible final fling at the end of a long bull market. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, how would you cope if you lived to 100 years of age? More and more of us are reaching that milestone - and the odds of you reaching it may not be as long as you think. What does it mean for society, for public finances and for your personal finances too? Host Ed Monk is joined by Marianna Hunt to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: It’s back to school after a summer in which once again it paid to ignore the traditional advice to Sell in May; but concerns are mounting about Trump’s ongoing assault on US financial institutions; while here in the UK the return of parliament focuses attention on a difficult upcoming Budget. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - it is said that bull markets don’t die of old age, they are killed off - but who could the likely culprits be? Will persistent inflation - and rates that stay higher for longer - finally catch up with markets? Will faith in AI finally begin to run out? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: Fed independence and tech results vie for investors’ attention; gold miners reap the benefit of a hike in the precious metal; and bond investors continue to test the UK government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week - is it too late to buy those Magnificent 7 companies? They have driven returns for years now and are again making the running in 2025 - but why are some experts warning they represent a risk to your portfolio? Host Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets. Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in markets: corporate earnings season is drawing to a close, but we have a busy week of economic news ahead Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in markets: The Bank of England has lowered interest rates to 4% - but its decision leaves us with more questions than answers. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.