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This weekly podcast from the team at Walker Crips Investment Management provides an in depth commentary on the macro economic factors driving global markets, whilst also focusing on individual stocks that are making headlines. This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 11, 20269 min

UK markets face a fiscal reckoning as debt breaches £3 trillion

Last week, Purchasing Manager’s Index (“PMI”) mixed signals pointed to a modest UK economic recovery. Whilst UK business activity saw a first rise in three months, driving the broader economy up, manufacturing and construction remain laggards, meaning that sustainable growth will depend on whether supply chain and inflation pressures continue to moderate. However, the geopolitical reasons are threatening this, as EY points out that the prolonged closure of the Strait of Hormuz could cause inflation to double, risking a UK recession. The recent heatwaves are also a threat, hampering retail footfall in July and potentially disrupting supply chains and causing prices to spike. The Bank of England (“BoE”) is also facing some scrutiny over its active quantitative tightening (“QT”) strategy, as the market is getting anxious over the valuation losses which ultimately strain public finances, creating a headwind to rate expectations and overall market sentiment...Stocks featured:Fresnillo, Endeavour Mining and IG GroupTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 4, 20268 min

Bank of England keeps rates on hold amid uncertainty

All eyes were on the Bank of England (“BoE”) on Thursday for its latest interest rate decision. The Monetary Policy Committee decided to hold the rate at 3.75%. This dovish stance comes after a split six versus three vote, where investors placed greater weight on the cautious remarks from Governor Andrew Bailey. The BoE remains alert over supply shocks such as oil volatility, food inflation, the easing of price pressures, which fell 0.9%, and a drop in public inflation expectations. Consumers are now drawing down Covid pandemic-era savings to help absorb the current living costs, which in turn is supporting modest retail resilience and pushing business confidence to a four-month-high. Some forecasters are now warning that persistent geopolitical friction and supply risks could weigh on economic expansion well into 2027, meaning the rate path remains complicated...Stocks featured:Burberry Group, Rentokil Initial and Sage GroupTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 28, 20268 min

UK is experiencing political shifts with her new Prime Minister

Last week, Bank of England policymakers faced renewed monetary tightening expectations, especially as money markets now fully price further increases and anticipate upcoming hikes if oil prices continue to rise. Elsewhere, the UK Purchasing Managers' Index reached a three-month high of 52.1, driven by a notable recovery in the services sector, and UK retail sales surprised on the upside in June, rising by 1% month-on-month against a consensus forecast of a 0.3% decline....Stocks featured:Anglo American, Segro and CentricaTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 22, 202616 min

SPECIAL: Walker Crips Podcast (Episode 1)

In the first of our new video podcast series, James Richards and Ben Potter discuss artificial intelligence ("AI") valuations, inflation, gold, gilts and where they see markets going for the remainder of 2026. Listen to the first episode of new Walker Crips podcast.Watch the video podcast on our Youtube channel here:https://youtu.be/TjU8ZxXJlIcTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Presenters and contributors to this podcast may hold personal positions in securities, assets, or themes discussed. These views are entirely their own and should not be interpreted as a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction and if you require professional advice, you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 21, 20267 min

Ongoing financial stability risks as inflation nears 3.2%

Last week, Bank of England (“BoE”) Governor Andrew Bailey highlighted clear financial stability risks, noting the central bank must monitor price inflation hitting 3.2%. Consequently, policymakers are facing renewed monetary tightening expectations, especially as money markets now fully price further increases and anticipate upcoming hikes if oil volatility persists. Elsewhere, the British economy grew marginally in May by 0.1%, meeting economists' expectations despite high domestic energy costs persistently constraining broader private sector output. Major investors expect the BoE to slow or halt sales of long-term government debt this autumn as quantitative tightening inflates borrowing costs...Stocks featured:Metlen Energy & Metals, Kingfisher and AntofagastaTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 14, 20267 min

IMF upgraded the UK’s 2026 growth forecast positioning it as the third fastest-growing economy in the G7

Last week, Bank of England Chief Economist, Huw Pill, downplayed any near-term rate cuts, noting the central bank must keep inflation under control. Consequently, policymakers are maintaining a cautious stance, especially as Monetary Policy Committee official Megan Greene signalled a readiness to hike rates if domestic overheating persists. Elsewhere, the International Monetary Fund upgraded the UK’s 2026 growth forecast to 1%, positioning it as the third fastest-growing economy in the G7. However, this contrasted with comments from ratings agency, Fitch, that high debt and inflation-linked servicing costs constrain creditworthiness, while elevated yields reflect monetary expectations and a weaker growth outlook...Stocks featured:Vodafone Group, Shell, St James PlaceTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 7, 20267 min

The Bank of England is comfortable leaving interest rates on hold

Last week, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey downplayed the possibility of rate cuts this year, noting the central bank is comfortable leaving interest rates on hold. While inflation is expected to return to its 2% target later than preferred, markets have already tightened the bond yield curve. Soaring energy costs remain a concern, with upcoming price cap increases threatening to push millions of households into fuel poverty. Consequently, officials are maintaining a cautious stance, especially as Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee member policymaker Catherine Mann signalled a readiness to hike rates if price pressures persist. Meanwhile, domestic food price inflation hit a multi-month low as retail competition and promotional activity helped keep shop prices in check...Stocks featured:BAE Systems, St James's Place and EntainTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 30, 20267 min

Prime Minister Kier Starmer's resignation doesn't reassure the markets

Last week was marked by the Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s resignation on Monday, despite the exit being expected, anxieties still developed and the British economy continued to stall under cost pressures. The initial hit to corporate confidence was laid bare by a sharp contraction in the flash June Purchasing Managers' Index, as it slumped to a 14-month low. Manufacturing orders hit a six-year low, signalling an immediate freeze in business investment during the leadership transition, whilst Monday morning’s weak Confederation of British Industry Growth Indicator further validated this downwards trajectory. Even though some research data offered a silver lining with public inflation expectations cooling down to 3.8% from 4.7%, the Bank of England remains reluctant to cut interest rates as policymakers are keeping a cautious stance, particularly due to a recent data collection error at the Office for National Statistics which clouded their visibility on the true state of the jobs market.Stocks featured:Segro, 3i Group and GlencoreTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 23, 20268 min

Markets are calm in light of the Prime Minister's resignation and government borrowing stays high

Last week, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey defended the recent gilt sales programme, arguing that it remains broadly neutral for everyday taxpayers. While the Iran war threatens widespread price increases, the Monetary Policy Committee chose to hold interest rates. Soaring energy costs have fuelled worries about rapid deindustrialisation risks, which currently offshore roughly 25% of domestic manufacturing. Consequently, officials are likely to maintain a cautious holding stance as economic momentum steadies, preferring to monitor inflation, which is nearing 2.8%, rather than reacting solely to temporary energy spikes. Meanwhile, domestic retail sales broke a negative spell, securing growth for the first time since April, from warm weather retail demand...Stocks featured:Barratt Redrow, Standard Chartered and EntainTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 16, 20268 min

Domestic retails sales reverse their week's long downward trend

Last week, Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warned that Artificial Intelligence (“AI”) may need to be rationed due to energy capacity constraints limiting deployment. While the Iran conflict threatens widespread price increases, the Monetary Policy Committee expects no further interest rate increases. Workplace disruption has fuelled worries about rapid technological shifts, which currently engage roughly 84% of the domestic boardrooms. Consequently, officials are likely to maintain a cautious holding stance as median pay steadies, preferring to monitor inflation, which is nearing 4%, rather than reacting solely to temporary energy spikes. Meanwhile, domestic retail sales broke a negative spell, securing growth for the first time since spring, from warm-weather retail demand...Stocks featured:Airtel Africa, Tritax Big Box Real Estate Investment Trust and HalmaTo find out more about the investment management services offered by Walker Crips, please visit our website:https://www.walkercrips.co.uk/This podcast is intended to be Walker Crips Investment Management’s own commentary on markets. It is not investment research and should not be construed as an offer or solicitation to buy, sell or trade in any of the investments, sectors or asset classes mentioned. The value of any investment and the income arising from it is not guaranteed and can fall as well as rise, so that you may not get back the amount you originally invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Movements in exchange rates can have an adverse effect on the value, price or income of any non-sterling denominated investment. Nothing in this podcast constitutes advice to undertake a transaction, and if you require professional advice you should contact your financial adviser or your usual contact at Walker Crips. Walker Crips Investment Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN: 226344) and is a member of the London Stock Exchange. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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UK markets face a fiscal reckoning as debt breaches £3 trillion

Bank of England keeps rates on hold amid uncertainty

UK is experiencing political shifts with her new Prime Minister

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Ongoing financial stability risks as inflation nears 3.2%

IMF upgraded the UK’s 2026 growth forecast positioning it as the third fastest-growing economy in the G7

The Bank of England is comfortable leaving interest rates on hold

Prime Minister Kier Starmer's resignation doesn't reassure the markets

Markets are calm in light of the Prime Minister's resignation and government borrowing stays high

Domestic retails sales reverse their week's long downward trend

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