Sarah Coles and Helen Morrissey delve into data from the latest HL Investor Confidence Index and explore why confidence is slipping across major markets, even as Wall Street hits fresh highs. They unpack what could be driving the disconnect, from weak economic data in the UK and US to interest rate moves and AI-fuelled optimism.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Sarah Coles and Helen Morrissey join Nathan Long, senior analyst at HL, to discuss the latest HL Savings and Resilience Barometer findings. They explore why the UK’s pension gap is widening, especially among higher earners, and how income, location, and home ownership affect financial resilience.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Sarah Coles and Helen Morrissey unpack the latest HL Savings and Resilience Barometer findings, revealing significant investment gaps across UK households, especially among single women, and the challenges facing retail investors today. They explore how inflation and UK economic growth concerns are impacting investor confidence, why building an emergency fund remains essential, and the importance of building a strong investment culture.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles explore how property has become less rewarding as an investment, with more tax on landlords, rising costs of new legislation and higher mortgage interest. They also cover the latest Budget rumours affecting property, including speculation on changes to stamp duty, CGT, and NI on rent.

Helen Morrissey discusses the issues with being a landlord in retirement, questions around downsizing and weighs all this up against pensions.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles look at how professional investors are reacting to recent market volatility and what DIY investors can take from their approach. They explore changing attitudes to US stocks, rising interest in UK and European markets, and why doing nothing can sometimes be the smartest move.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles unpack the rising cost of raising children and how the whole family can prepare financially. They cover maternity leave, building up emergency savings and getting your kids off to the right start with saving and investing.

Helen Morrissey joins to explain why it's vital not to overlook your pension and how parents and even grandparents can protect and boost family finances.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you or a child, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so its possible to get get back less than invested. Pension, ISA and tax rules apply and benefits depend on personal circumstances.

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Join Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles as they explore what’s been moving markets, from major trade deals and new tariffs to a busy earnings season led by tech giants.

They unpack results from Meta and Microsoft, Apple and Amazon, look at the surge in gold demand, and assess the latest investor confidence data.

They also explain what the recent interest rate cut means for savers, investors and pensions, and why sentiment is shifting across global markets.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Join Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles as they answer your holiday money questions, such as how to pay for your trip, get the best exchange rates and avoid overspending while you’re away. They also look at the real cost of holidays and how to plan ahead so you don’t come home with debt.

Helen Morrissey, head of retirement analysis at Hargreaves Lansdown, explains why holidays are a good time to think about retirement and how to check if you’re on track.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Join Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles as they look back on a bumpy six months in the markets, marked by rising geopolitical tensions, trade disputes linked to Trump’s policies and a very public clash with Elon Musk. These events have stirred up oil prices and shaken investor confidence across the world. They break down what’s driving these shifts and share ideas on how you could shelter your investments going forward.

Helen Morrissey, head of retirement analysis at Hargreaves Lansdown, joins to talk about how to check if you’re on track with your pension, whether your investments are suited to your goals, and what a solid backup plan for retirement should include.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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Join Susannah Streeter and Sarah Coles as they explore how to protect your finances from the fallout of divorce and smart steps to take both before and during a split.

Talking pre-nups, emergency funds and mortgage debt, we break down practical ways to safeguard your money if your relationship breaks down. With the number of divorces jumping 28% in 2023, it's a timely reminder that even happily married couples should be prepared.

Helen Morrissey, head of retirement analysis at Hargreaves Lansdown, joins to explain the crucial role pensions play in divorce settlements, and the options for splitting them fairly.

This podcast isn’t personal advice. If you’re unsure what’s right for you, seek financial advice. Investments can go up and down in value, so you could get back less than you invest.

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