Market news today - Investors pause for breath after a dramatic six months

Today on the show - Marianna Hunt is here to walk us through the rules on gifting to beat Inheritance Tax - and specifically the ‘normal expenditure our of income’ exemption that could be one of the most powerful way to beat the tax. You can read Marianna's recent article on this here. IHT gifting allowances: 8 key questions answered Ed Monk is joined by Marianna Hunt to 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.

Today on the show - Jemma Slingo is here to explain some important changes to ISAs due to arrive next year. We answer investors questions - including whether there will be tax to pay on assets that can currently grow free from UK tax. You can read Jemma article on upcoming ISA changes here. How ISAs will change in 2027Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to 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.

Today on the show - we’re answering your questions with topics ranging from new ISA tax changes to signs that the AI bubble is about to burst. Tom Stevenson is here to give the answers. Read Tom's latest Investment Outlook. Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to 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: Investors pause for breath after a dramatic six months. Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in the markets: Volatility increases as cracks show in the AI boom; Andy Burnham sets out his long-term vision for rising living standards in the UK; and the IPO market shows some signs of life. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show - Jemma Slingo is here to walk us through analysis which turns existing thinking about retirement investing on its head. Is this the secret to maximising your retirement prosects? You can read Jemma's article on this topic here: Why de-risking your pension is riskier than you think Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to 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 tread water amid multiple uncertainties, as UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns, the US and Iran circle each other suspiciously, central banks weigh conflicting inflation and growth data, and the AI boom persists - for now. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show - Jemma Slingo is here to tell us how much money you need for a ‘comfortable’ retirement. What kind of lifestyle can you expect - and how much do you need to save to get there. That’s our focus today. Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to 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.

Today on the show - Marianna Hunt is here to discuss whether it’s possible to time your investments to super-charge your returns. Does it ever pay to wait for the perfect time to invest? That’s our focus today. Ed Monk is joined by Marianna Hunt to 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.

Today on the show - Tom Stevenson is here to hold our hand after an alarming wobble in stock markets of the past week. Why are investors suddenly becoming cautious again after shrugging off any bad news up to now?  Ed Monk is joined by tom Stevenson to 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.