In this episode our hosts James, Isabel and Robert explore what made March such a bumper period for central bank activity in the US, Europe and the UK. They also take a close look at the after effects of the Bank of Japan’s recent rate hike and what this might mean for markets.

The team turn their attention to global equity markets and the strengthening we’ve seen in certain asset classes. They discuss recently buoyed equity indices, potential reasons for record high gold prices and Bitcoin’s notable price appreciation in recent weeks.

Finally, our experts focus in on two US tech companies that have been in the headlines for distinctly opposite reasons this month, Apple and Intel. 

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com – and features James Tulloch, Senior Investment Specialist, in conversation with Robert Alster, Chief Investment Officer and Isabel Albarran, Investment Officer.

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia and Tesla comprise the group coined the 'Magnificent 7'. The performance of this group of large, tech oriented US stocks has been a major theme for markets in recent years. 

 
In this segment from our latest Investor Insights, James Tulloch, Senior Investment Specialist and Valeria Moore, CBAM's Deputy Head of Equity Research explore the significance of this group of stocks on markets and what exactly makes them so magnificent. 

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In this episode Tony, Isabel and Robert turn their focus to the UK. They explore what is currently happening in the UK economy (5:00), what the Bank of England is focused on and what might move interest rates (7:43).

Our experts also discuss current trends in UK bond and equity markets and the theme of de-equitisation (11:30).

And we dive into what prompted the theme of this month’s edition - the virtues of the US market and why it so often captures our attention (1:50).

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com – and features Tony Whincup, Head of Investment Specialists in conversation with Robert Alster, Chief Investment Officer and Isabel Albarran, Investment Officer.

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so.  Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In this episode Tony, Isabel and Robert dive into the latest in central banks, particularly the Bank of England’s recent meeting and the likelihood of rate cuts and changes in interest rates (1:35). 

Plus, what’s happening in China right now? Our experts explore whether a cut to the reserve ratio requirement earlier this month speaks to a broader malaise in the economy (11:08).

And, the team discuss the upcoming US election, why Biden is behind in recent polling and key election risks to watch (15:30). 

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com – and features Tony Whincup, Head of Investment Specialists in conversation with Robert Alster, Chief Investment Officer and Isabel Albarran, Investment Officer.

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In our first episode of 2024 we hear from Head of Investment Specialists, Tony Whincup, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran.

In this episode they discuss:

• 2023 in review: how did our 2023 predictions do? (1:20)
• 2024 outlook: what will drive markets this year? (11:00)
• Plus, risks in the Red Sea (16:42), a year of elections (25:55):and the outlook for earnings (20:55)

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com  - and features Tony Whincup, Head of Investment Specialists in conversation with Robert Alster, Chief Investment Officer and Isabel Albarran, Investment Officer.

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss:

• What were the key factors affecting markets looking back on 2023
• What are the key considerations looking forward to 2024
• When and how rate cuts may impact markets
• Are the upcoming UK and US elections likely to impact markets

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss:

• Why US equity markets have pulled back into correction territory
• The potential global economic implications of regional conflicts
• Whether earnings season has had an effect on equity markets
• If slower sales growth and interest rate cuts are the canary in the coal mine
• The take away from central banks’ recent announcements

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they discuss:

• Interest rates and inflation

The Bank of England and the Federal Reserve have left interest rates unchanged. Are we at the peak of the interest rate hike cycle and what happens next?  

Will the rising oil prices result in higher inflation?

The reaction of equity markets - growth expectations are improving

The investment implications on equities, bonds and the alternatives sector

• UK net zero policy changes

The key changes to the UK net zero policy

The implications for businesses, such as car manufacturers

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

In our latest podcast we hear from Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, speaking with Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster, and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran. In this episode they explore:

• Contraction of corporate earnings and share price reactions
• Sector performance and the impact of Artificial Intelligence and tech on markets
• Interest rate hikes
• Easing of the labour market in the US and strong wage growth in the UK
• China’s recovery and developments

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.

Hear our experts discuss the market outlook for investors in our latest #podcast episode. Senior Investment Specialist, Tom Santa-Olalla, explores current market themes with our Chief Investment Officer, Robert Alster and Investment Officer, Isabel Albarran.

This podcast is brought to you by Close Brothers Asset Management – www.closebrothersam.com

We’ve created this podcast to set out possible approaches. Please do not view it as financial advice, or its content as investment recommendations. Just because an investment or an investment strategy has performed well in the past, does not mean it will continue to do so. Our predictions are based on information that is currently available, however events and markets can and do change rapidly.