Investors' Chronicle

Investors' Chronicle
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Looking to stay informed in the world of investing? Investors' Chronicle dives into the key trends shaping today’s markets and unpacks what they mean for your investments. Featuring exclusive interviews with professional investors - whether fund managers or leading financial experts - our mission is to help you make smarter investment decisions. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Our award-winning expert writers research hundreds of companies and funds suitable for all risk appetites, to provide clear, independent recommendations for individual investors who want to make their money grow and outline how to make the most of different types of investment vehicles at all stages of your life. Whether you invest in funds or enjoy managing your own portfolio of individual shares, or a mix of both, we offer an unrivalled package of investment ideas, analysis and research, and lots more, to help you build a secure financial future. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 16h ago

    McBride, Supermarket Income Reit and AI threats

    This week’s episode looks at two companies making a series of deals and partnerships in a bid to buck the troubling trends in their respective sectors.  We begin with consumer staples company McBride, whose shares have been buoyant in recent weeks as the cleaning products manufacturer, known for brands such as Oven Pride, expands its horizons. Mark Robinson is in the studio to discuss the details. Hugh Moorhead then joins the conversation to look at the dealmaking plans at Supermarket Income Reit, seen by investors as a rare bright spot in the property sector at the moment.  The show wraps up with an existential question that has been hitting headlines over the past week: Is AI going to destroy the world? Mark is back to give his view on whether the hype and hysteria have got out of hand. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:52 McBride 12:24 Supermarket Income Reit 20:26 Has the AI hysteria got out of hand? Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    McBride, Supermarket Income Reit and AI threats

  2. 3d ago

    Back to basics: How to build a portfolio

    Figuring out which funds to buy is overwhelming for even the most experienced investors – but as a beginner, it’s important to understand your options so you can make the right decisions. Funds editor Val Cipriani is in the studio with personal finance editor Holly McKechnie to break down the process.  First, the duo explains what a fund is, the three main types, and why they are a good option to kick-start your investment journey. Val then dives into the difference between stocks and bonds, while also helping you to understand risk tolerance and how to figure out what kind of investor you are or want to be. Before rounding off, Val gets into the nitty-gritty of portfolio-building best practices. From keeping it manageable to controlling your costs, Val and Holly have you covered.  If you want to get started, you can check out our Top 50 funds here. Timestamps00:00 Intro 00:45 Why a fund is a good option for beginner investors 04:32 The different types of funds 13:30 How to build a portfolio and decide your asset allocation 17:36 Understanding active funds Listen to episodes of Women & Wealth by clicking here or on ACast, Apple, Spotify or YouTube. If you have any questions you’d like the duo to answer, email val.cipriani@ft.com or holly.mckechnie@ft.com Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Back to basics: How to build a portfolio

  3. Sep 11

    Semiconductor stocks, our Top 50 Funds and Mortgage Advice Bureau: Companies and Markets Show

    Even as uncertainty reins in the markets, 2026 has been another bumper year for returns. But, as ever, that does hide plenty of dispersion below the surface; with that in mind, this week’s show looks at two stocks at opposite ends of the scale. One is up over 800 per cent in the year to date – that’s semiconductor manufacturer IQE, which reported interim results on Monday. Michael Fahy is in the studio to dive into the details and ask whether its run can continue. At the other end of the spectrum is Mortgage Advice Bureau, which fell 20 per cent on Wednesday after lowering full-year guidance. Julian Hofmann asks whether there’s any light at the end of the tunnel after it departed from Aim, and will also run the rule over the thus-far better-performing Property Franchise Group. In between, we turn to our Top 50 Funds of 2026. Val Cipriani and her expert panel have compiled our annual rundown of 50 active funds we think may be suitable for a range of investors. Val talks through our picks. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01.14 IQE 14:19 Top 50 Funds 26:17 Mortgage Advice Bureau Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Semiconductor stocks, our Top 50 Funds and Mortgage Advice Bureau: Companies and Markets Show

  4. Sep 4

    Our favourite ETFs, toxic stocks to avoid and industrials: Companies and Markets show

    This week’s show begins with a look at Meta after the social media giant had to fork out $18bn following accusations that its products are deliberately addictive for younger people. Valeria Martinez is in the studio to discuss whether big tech and other sectors are now the new ‘sin stocks’ and whether the companies which are so irresistible to consumers are toxic for investors.  We then discuss our annual Top 50 ETFs best-buy list, released earlier this summer. Val Cipriani talks us through how it was compiled, some of the changes, and what investors should consider when buying tracker funds. Finally, we look at building materials supplier Grafton, which released half-year results on Thursday morning. Mark Robinson weighs up whether its UK struggles are being offset by better business in the rest of Europe and its home market of Ireland, and what this means for the investment case. Timestamps:00:00 Intro 01:09 Top 50 ETFs 12:34 A new age of 'Sin stocks' 27:10 Grafton's results Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Our favourite ETFs, toxic stocks to avoid and industrials: Companies and Markets show

  5. Aug 28

    Protecting your pension, UK industrials and Nvidia: Companies and Markets Show

    First, we cast our ears to British industrial stocks and ask whether they are being picked off too cheaply. Michael Fahy dives into why manufacturers are significantly more undervalued than their US counterparts and discusses the sector’s acquisitions in recent years. We then turn to what is arguably our most important savings pot: the pension. You may have saved diligently and kept a close eye on your investments, but unexpected problems can still arise. From a later-life divorce or a stock market slump, plenty can throw retirement into jeopardy. But fret not, Holly McKechnie is in the studio to talk through the most common threats – and how to avoid them.  Finally, we look at Nvidia and its keenly anticipated earnings update. To investors’ joy, it delivered on all fronts and revenue at the world’s largest company more than doubled, smashing Wall Street’s expectations. Arthur Sants explains the latest figures and its new circular financing strategy, which is raising a lot of eyebrows (more on that here). Timestamps 00:00 Intro 03:32 Are UK industrials being picked off too cheaply? 19:95 Common risks to your pension – and how to avoid them 20:36 Nvidia's promising figures and new financing strategy Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Protecting your pension, UK industrials and Nvidia: Companies and Markets Show

  6. Aug 25

    How to invest under Andy Burnham: Lee and the IC

    After a summer hiatus, Alex Newman and Lord Lee are back in the studio, and the duo have a lot to catch up on. The UK has seen a change of prime minister, record-breaking heat and plenty of action in stock markets. First, the pair turn to Britain’s new government. While Andy Burnham and John Healey have revealed very little about their fiscal plans, Lord Lee gives his thoughts, including how to encourage the country’s sleepy retail investor base.  The episode then moves to listener questions, John’s approach to stockpicking and the latest buys, sells and changes in his own portfolio. Highlights include Primary Health Properties’ lofty yield and why he believes investing is an “art rather than a science”. Timestamps00:00 Intro 01:08 Lord Lee's thoughts on Burnham's Britain 10:18 A look into John's portfolio: Buys and sells 21:09 Jet2, PZ Cussons, Christie Group and more 33:26 Goodwin, income stocks and takeover opportunities Let us know your thoughts, or if you have any questions or any suggestions for future guests, by emailing alex.newman@ft.com Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle by clicking here or heading to Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    How to invest under Andy Burnham: Lee and the IC

  7. Aug 21

    JD Sports, Pershing Square’s overhaul and Oxford Nanopore:Companies and Markets Show

    Up first this week is self-labelled ‘King of Trainers’ JD Sports, whose shares took a 15 per cent tumble on Thursday morning. The FTSE 100 retailer has blamed much of the slump on delayed back-to-school spending and a rising cost of living. Erin Withey explains what’s going on. Next we turn to what has become a trend of the past few months: star fund managers overhauling portfolios. Bill Ackman of Pershing Square has joined the party in trying to stop disappointing returns, but when your portfolio only has around 12 stocks, and you change 11 of them, it’s going to have some significant repercussions. Val Cipriani is in the studio to discuss whether the shake-up is for the better or whether investors should be worried.  Finally, we look at Oxford Nanopore; initial excitement after its IPO has waned, and the testing company has struggled as its biggest segment, its research arm, has lagged. Julian Hofmann dives into its management’s plans to switch up its strategy and what this means for shareholders. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 3:59 JD Sports 10:57 Pershing Square 20:08 Oxford Nanopore Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    JD Sports, Pershing Square’s overhaul and Oxford Nanopore:Companies and Markets Show

  8. Aug 14

    Legal & General, infrastructure stocks and GSK: Companies and Markets Show

    After an avalanche of earnings updates, we turn to our annual Income Majors special report and dive into two prominent FTSE 100 dividend stocks. First up is insurer Legal & General; pressure has been mounting on the company as it grapples with a more competitive pensions market. Christopher Akers explains the CEO’s buyback plan, its yield and what it means for investors. We then move to GSK, once known as GlaxoSmithKline, which faces a tricky balancing act between dividends and developing new drugs. The pharma giant has been spending heavily on R&D – a staggering £18bn this year alone to build its oncology pipeline. Julian Hofmann has the details. Finally, we cast our ears to Hill & Smith’s growth across the pond. The steel products company now generates two-thirds of its revenue from the US and has even switched its currency from sterling to dollars. Michael Fahy discusses what’s going on at the growing business. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 03:22 Legal & General 10:42 GSK 18:57 Hill & Smith Listen to more podcasts from Investors’ Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Legal & General, infrastructure stocks and GSK: Companies and Markets Show
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Looking to stay informed in the world of investing? Investors' Chronicle dives into the key trends shaping today’s markets and unpacks what they mean for your investments. Featuring exclusive interviews with professional investors - whether fund managers or leading financial experts - our mission is to help you make smarter investment decisions. Investors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Our award-winning expert writers research hundreds of companies and funds suitable for all risk appetites, to provide clear, independent recommendations for individual investors who want to make their money grow and outline how to make the most of different types of investment vehicles at all stages of your life. Whether you invest in funds or enjoy managing your own portfolio of individual shares, or a mix of both, we offer an unrivalled package of investment ideas, analysis and research, and lots more, to help you build a secure financial future. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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