A Matter of Interest

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Welcome to A Matter of Interest, your bi-weekly reality check on global markets, hosted by Moneyfarm. Every other week, join Richard Flax (Chief Investment Officer) and Jack Amy (Quantitative Trading Analyst), as they cut through the noise to serve up fresh market trends, data-driven insights, and strategic takeaways, minus the textbook jargon. We bring you a quick market breakdown followed by deep-dive answers to your most pressing financial questions. Think of us as your direct line to the trading floor, delivering the financial clarity you actually need, right when you need it. It’s definitive finance, made down-to-earth. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Triple Witching, Fiscal Traps & AI Cracks

    In this episode, we explore recent developments in UK fiscal policy, dissect the global sovereign bond sell-off, and examine the strategic debates surrounding the future of Artificial Intelligence.  We look at how the relocation of top taxpayers exposes the vulnerability of the UK's narrow tax base, why shifting pension fund dynamics and rising corporate debt issuance are driving government bond yields higher, whether recent calls by tech leaders to slow down AI development are driven by safety or regulatory capture, and what the upcoming triple witching derivative expiration means for short-term market volatility. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  2. Sep 2

    Bessent & Warsh, Zuckerberg & Bezos

    A lot is going on after our short summer break, so hit play to discover the latest with us.  In this episode we cover recent US fiscal and monetary policy decisions, then look at the growing regulatory pressure on Big Tech. Giving a bit more context, we explore what secret risks might be lurking in the US Treasury's latest moves, why the Fed’s new stance could catch markets off guard, and whether multi-billion dollar fines and local data center pushback will actually dent Big Tech’s unstoppable momentum. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  3. Aug 4

    New Playbooks, Heavy Pays and Volatile Days

    Here’s to another edition of A Matter of Interest, hosted by Moneyfarm’s Richard Flax and Jack Amy. This week, we unpack a shifting market landscape driven by changing central bank playbooks and the rising cost of massive tech investments. Specifically, we examine what the Fed’s shift away from forward guidance means for bond yields, why Big Tech’s record AI spending is raising tricky questions about actual returns, and what South Korea’s recent market turbulence reveals about the broader tech supply chain. Tune in as we make sense of it all. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  4. Jul 28

    From the Straits to Westminster to Wall Street

    Welcome back to a new episode of A Matter of Interest. This week, we're going on a journey. It all begins in the Middle East, as we examine the latest geopolitical escalation, the resulting strain on seaborne trade routes, and how this is complicating central banks’ battle against inflation. Then, we fly to the UK to assess the market reaction to a fresh political landscape and new leadership, exploring what these fiscal policy shifts mean for Gilt yields and investor confidence. Finally, we land in the US to dive into the opening stretch of the Q2 earnings season. Amid robust tech profits and staggering CapEx spending on AI infrastructure, as highlighted by Alphabet’s situation, we unpack why markets are suddenly questioning the timing of future returns. Tune in to join the journey. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  5. Jul 13

    Cheap Chips, Costly Oil & Hawkish Fed

    Welcome back to A Matter of Interest. This week, we take a close look at the renewed tensions in the Middle East, the reasons why retail fuel prices remain stubbornly high, and how this stalemate is complicating central banks’ fight against inflation. We also turn our attention to an unexpected paradox in the tech sector, amid the boom in artificial intelligence infrastructure: why Korean tech stocks are trading at their lowest levels since the aftermath of the financial crisis despite triple-digit earnings growth. We then head to the United States to analyse the latest macroeconomic data and the Federal Reserve’s FOMC minutes, exploring the shifting dynamics of the labor market and how persistent inflation is forcing policymakers to rethink the path of future rate cuts. Tune in to find out. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  6. Jun 30

    Bulls, Bears & British Politics

    Welcome back to the second episode of A Matter of Interest. This week, we navigate the noise of the stock market seeking signals that matter. We’ll explore stock market trends by breaking down IPO promises and expectations, looking closely at Micron and the strong demand driving the tech and semiconductor sectors. Then, we shift our focus to a major turning point in the UK: the resignation of Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the upcoming leadership of Andy Burnham. We try to answer the big questions: can he fix public services? How will he handle fiscal rules while managing public dissatisfaction? And with inflation finally under control, does he have what it takes to boost the country’s prosperity? Tune in to find out. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  7. Jun 16

    SpaceX IPO and the Global Macro Sanity Check

    Welcome to the very first episode of A Matter of Interest.

 We’re kicking things off by analysing the biggest market event of 2026: SpaceX IPO. Moving beyond the hype, what do the numbers really tell us, and what are the potential ripple effects on markets?
 More broadly, we dive into a much-needed macro "sanity check". From the US economy to the domino effect hitting the UK and Eurozone, we break down exactly what lies ahead and what you should actually watch out for when it comes to geopolitics, inflation, and shifting investor expectations. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support. Thanks for listening! This episode was powered by Moneyfarm, your digital wealth manager. If you enjoyed it, please subscribe and consider leaving us a review. Start investing at moneyfarm.com/uk Follow us on Instagram @moneyfarmuk and LinkedIn @moneyfarm  Got questions? Email us at hello@moneyfarm.com

  • 7 Episodes

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Welcome to A Matter of Interest, your bi-weekly reality check on global markets, hosted by Moneyfarm. Every other week, join Richard Flax (Chief Investment Officer) and Jack Amy (Quantitative Trading Analyst), as they cut through the noise to serve up fresh market trends, data-driven insights, and strategic takeaways, minus the textbook jargon. We bring you a quick market breakdown followed by deep-dive answers to your most pressing financial questions. Think of us as your direct line to the trading floor, delivering the financial clarity you actually need, right when you need it. It’s definitive finance, made down-to-earth. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/a-matter-of-interest--7083249/support.

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  • Creator
    Moneyfarm
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Moneyfarm
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