The Single Source

Apex Group

Welcome to The Single Source, brought to you by the Apex Group – a podcast that unlocks the global financial sector, one conversation at a time. Each episode dives into market trends, investment strategies, and the stories behind the numbers - while also highlighting the values and initiatives that set us apart. Join us as we explore not just the world of finance, but the ways in which we’re setting the pace and driving positive change for a more sustainable, inclusive industry. This is your single source for insight, inspiration, and intelligent conversation in financial services.

  1. 5d ago

    Financial Markets Book of the Year 2026 | The Thinking Machine: The story behind NVIDIA’s rise to AI dominance

    What can NVIDIA’s rise teach investors about valuing innovation - and spotting opportunities before the market catches up?    Author and investigative journalist Stephen Witt joins Bhaskar Dasgupta to discuss ‘The Thinking Machine’, his account of NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and the decisions that helped transform NVIDIA into a central force in the AI revolution.    They examine why a technology company’s value can extend beyond its financial statements, how long-term R&D investment can deliver unexpected returns, and the economics of AI infrastructure.    The conversation also explores sovereign AI initiatives, the economic impact of data centres, and the potential challenges to NVIDIA’s position as AI develops.  📚 ‘The Thinking Machine’ is shortlisted for the Financial Markets Book of the Year 2026, presented by Apex Group in collaboration with Global Custodian to celebrate outstanding writing on financial markets.   The other shortlisted books are:  📖 It’s About Tyme: Banking Beyond Borders by Bruce Whitfield and Adrian Saville  📖 Generative AI for Trading and Asset Management by Ernest P. Chan and Hamlet Jesse Medina Ruiz  📖 How Progress Ends: Technology, Innovation, and the Fate of Nations by Carl Benedikt Frey  The winning author will receive US$10,000, with 200 copies of the winning book purchased for our clients.  Explore more about the Financial Markets Book of the Year 2026: https://www.apexgroup.com/apex-group-and-global-custodian-present-financial-markets-book- of-the-year-2026/

  2. 6d ago

    The Fast Five: Why follow the trend, not the forecast?

    What if investors didn’t need to predict which way markets would move? In this edition of The Fast Five, Ted Parkhill, CEO and Founding Partner of Incline Investment Management, joins Heather Zumarraga to explain the company’s systematic approach to global macro investing and trend following. Ted explores: ❯❯ Why price action can offer a more practical guide than market predictions ❯❯ How tracking more than 75 global markets helps identify emerging trends ❯❯ Why trend following can capture opportunities in both rising and falling markets ❯❯ How energy, bonds, and the U.S. dollar illustrate the approach in 2026 ❯❯ Why non-correlated strategies can play a role in portfolio diversification Explore more: https://www.apexgroup.com/apex-invest/apex-invest-platform/ *Past performance is not indicative of future results and trading futures is inherently risky.

  3. Oct 23

    Financial Markets Book of the Year 2026 | It’s About Tyme: The story that nearly went untold

    ‘It’s About Tyme: Banking Beyond Borders’ is a story Bruce Whitfield nearly didn’t tell. In this interview, Bhaskar Dasgupta speaks with Bruce Whitfield and Adrian Saville, co-authors of the book, about Tyme’s journey from a mission to expand financial inclusion in South Africa to building an international fintech company. They discuss the setbacks, resilience, and conviction behind the company, what investors should look for beyond the pitch deck, and the lessons that emerge when fintech meets traditional banking.  ‘It’s About Tyme: Banking Beyond Borders’ is shortlisted for Financial Markets Book of the Year 2026, presented by Apex Group in collaboration with Global Custodian to celebrate outstanding writing on financial markets. The other shortlisted books are:  The Thinking Machine by Stephen Witt  Generative AI for Trading and Asset Management by Ernest P. Chan and Hamlet Jesse Medina Ruiz  How Progress Ends: Technology, Innovation, and the Fate of Nations by Carl Benedikt Frey The winning author will receive US$10,000, with 200 copies of the winning book purchased for our clients. Explore more about the Financial Markets Book of the Year 2026: https://www.apexgroup.com/apex-group-and-global-custodian-present-financial-markets-book- of-the-year-2026/

  4. Oct 22

    The Fast Five: Can a change in leadership change a company’s investment case?

    What signals suggest a company is on the verge of a turning point? “What the market is overlooking can be just as interesting as what it’s focusing on.” In this edition of The Fast Five, Todd Raker, CEO and Portfolio Manager, @Iridian Asset Management, explains how the company identifies investment opportunities in U.S. small and mid-cap equities. In conversation with Heather Zumarraga, Todd explores: ❯❯ How corporate change can create opportunities the market underestimates ❯❯ Why management changes are a key focus for Iridium Asset Management ❯❯ How passive investing and AI-driven market concentration are creating valuation gaps ❯❯ Why experience, company research, and a three-to-five-year investment horizon matter ❯❯ How valuation discrepancies and tax efficiency factor into the investment case Explore more: https://www.apexgroup.com/apex-invest/apex-invest-platform/

  5. Oct 16

    The Fast Five: Can luxury fashion combine growth and sustainability?

    Sustainable sourcing, luxury fashion, and global growth. How does PCJ Group bring these together? In this edition of The Fast Five, Paul Lindor, CEO of PCJ Group, discusses the company’s luxury fashion company and its fund to support international store expansion. In conversation with Heather Zumarraga, Paul explores: ❯❯ How PCJ Group verifies sustainability across its fashion supply chain ❯❯ Why the company is expanding its physical retail presence in major global cities ❯❯ How its store ownership model aims to retain revenue and profits within the company ❯❯ Why the plus-size fashion market represents an opportunity for luxury retail ❯❯ What PCJ Group looks for in investors and investment partners Explore more: https://www.apexgroup.com/apex-invest/apex-invest-platform/

  6. Oct 14

    The Fast Five: What makes a compelling growth-stage tech investment?

    Profitability, proprietary technology, and scale. What does Ventura Capital look for in an investment?    In this edition of The Fast Five, Mo El Husseiny, Founder and Managing Partner of Ventura Capital, discusses the company’s growth-stage technology strategy and its investment in TechEver, an AI-powered defence technology company.    In conversation with Heather Zumarraga, Mo explores:    ❯❯ Why Ventura focuses on mature technology companies approaching IPO    ❯❯ How demand for autonomous defence systems is creating AI investment opportunities    ❯❯ Why profitability, vertical integration, and manufacturing capacity matter    ❯❯ What government contracts mean for backlog and revenue visibility    ❯❯ Why Ventura is offering a secondary opportunity in TechEver and providing investor liquidity    🟠 Explore more:  https://www.apexgroup.com/apex-invest/apex-invest-platform/

  7. Oct 13

    The future of tokenisation: What 100 asset managers told us

    How are asset managers approaching tokenisation, and what will it mean for investor access, distribution and financial infrastructure? In this episode, our experts unpack findings from our latest research with Mergermarket, exploring the views of 100 global asset and fund managers. They examine what’s driving momentum, where the industry is headed and what asset managers need to do to stay ahead. Join Brian Rooney, Head of European Wealth Distribution, as he speaks with: 🎙️ Angie Walker, Head of Commercialisation 🎙️ Tom Bennett, Global Head of FinTech Packed with practical insights into how tokenisation is moving beyond theory and being applied across the industry. 🟠 Follow and subscribe to stay at the forefront of global finance. This content is for general information purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal or other professional advice, and should not be relied on or treated as a substitute for specific advice relevant to particular circumstances. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the featured guests and do not necessarily reflect that of Apex Group and its subsidiaries.

  8. Oct 13

    Accessing European markets through Ireland

    What does it really take for asset managers to successfully enter and scale in Europe?  With over $8 trillion in assets serviced and access to more than 90 markets, Ireland offers significant potential as a growth platform.    But execution is everything.  It comes down to integrating operations, leveraging data effectively, and partnering with the right ecosystem to navigate complexity with confidence.  In the latest episode of The Single Source podcast, we explore why Ireland continues to stand out as a gateway to European markets, and what firms need to get right from day one.  Heather Zumarraga joins:   🎙️ Natasha Waugh, Director at Irish Funds  🎙️ John Bohan, Head of Business Development - Ireland  🎙️ Sinéad Colreavy, Partner at Ernst & Young, EY Ireland  🎙️ Shane Geraghty, Partner at K&L Gates  The conversation highlights why Ireland has become a proven, scalable hub for international managers - offering regulatory clarity, tax efficiency, speed to market, and seamless access to global distribution.  Looking ahead, tokenisation, AI, and increasing retail access to private markets are set to redefine how capital is raised, deployed, and distributed across borders.    🎧 Listen to the full conversation to explore the trends shaping global asset management.  This content is for general information purposes only and is not intended to constitute legal or other professional advice, and should not be relied on or treated as a substitute for specific advice relevant to particular circumstances. The views expressed in this podcast are those of the featured guests and do not necessarily reflect that of Apex Group and its subsidiaries.

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Welcome to The Single Source, brought to you by the Apex Group – a podcast that unlocks the global financial sector, one conversation at a time. Each episode dives into market trends, investment strategies, and the stories behind the numbers - while also highlighting the values and initiatives that set us apart. Join us as we explore not just the world of finance, but the ways in which we’re setting the pace and driving positive change for a more sustainable, inclusive industry. This is your single source for insight, inspiration, and intelligent conversation in financial services.

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  • Creator
    Apex Group
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Apex Group
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    The Single Source