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Infrastructure is no longer just about dependable income and downside protection. Peter Meany, manager of the First Sentier Global Listed Infrastructure fund, explains how the asset class is benefiting from powerful structural growth drivers, including AI-driven electricity demand, digital infrastructure expansion and the reshoring of manufacturing in the US. He also discusses why regulated utilities are seeing some of their strongest growth in decades, where opportunities are emerging across...

Gold and silver are more than commodities, they’re a long-term hedge, portfolio diversifier and reflection of economic policy according to today’s guest. Ned Naylor-Leyland, manager of the Jupiter Gold & Silver fund, dives into the dynamics driving gold and silver markets today. He explains the recent market swings caused by margin trading, Fed policy signals and investor enthusiasm. We also cover how physical ownership mitigates counterparty risk and why mining companies present a compel...

This interview takes a fresh look at Asia’s investment landscape, challenging some of the most common misconceptions about the region. Our in-depth discussion with Qian Zhang, investment specialist on the Baillie Gifford Pacific fund, explores why economic growth has not always translated into market returns, and how shifting macro headwinds, currency dynamics, and sentiment towards China are changing the outlook. We also dive further into domestic demand, innovation and structural trends suc...

Technology investing goes far beyond hardware and consumer gadgets. This episode explores how the sector has evolved, focusing on the underlying “technology DNA” that now runs through industries from finance to healthcare. Jeremy Gleeson, manager of the Allianz Global Hi-Tech Growth fund, covers enterprise and consumer spending trends, the realities of AI investment and returns and the less glamorous but essential infrastructure powering innovation. We examine opportunities beyond the dominan...

After a difficult period for infrastructure assets, 2025 has marked a more supportive environment. Will Argent, manager of the TM Gravis UK Infrastructure Income fund, examines what’s driving the recovery, from interest rate cuts and M&A activity to government infrastructure plans and regulatory developments. We discuss the role of renewables, utilities, digital and social infrastructure, and how diversification helps smooth returns across market cycles. He also explores how infrastructur...

This special episode dives into the market reaction to the latest UK Budget with Carl Stick and Alan Dobbie, co-managers of Rathbone Income fund. They discuss initial relief, fiscal headroom, and the weeks of uncertainty that froze corporate decision-making. We explore whether the UK remains a compelling market, how overseas investors are responding and why large-cap and mid-cap valuations still look attractive. The conversation covers inflation, interest rates, sector opportunities, buybacks...