Market news today - November breaks market winning streak

This week in the markets: November breaks a seven-month winning streak for shares; we assess the odds of another Santa Rally; and the case for quality and diversification. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Budget tax rises - here’s where they hit the hardest

We’re giving our verdict as the dust settles on a much anticipated Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves this week. How will the raft of tax changes announced affect you, and how have markets taken it all? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to provide a well-balanced take on the latest…

How much cash should you hold in retirement?

This week - how much cash should you have in retirement? I don’t mean for holidays or to fix the boiler, but as an aid to your overall financial mix. What’s enough and too much - cash to hold? Host Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developm…

Market news today - late cycle volatility

This week in the markets: sentiment settles after last week’s volatility; Black Friday shines a spotlight on the US consumer economy; while here in the UK, all eyes are on the Labour government’s tricky second Budget. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Does Warren Buffett still matter to investors?

How relevant is Warren Buffett to investors today? The Sage of Omaha has given his latest written update to shareholders - surely one of his last. Could his meteoric success be repeated today?

Is the UK State Pension less generous than other countries’?

Today on the show - arguments over the generosity, or otherwise, of the UK State Pension never seem to end - but how does the UK State Pension actually compare to those of other countries? Host Ed Monk is joined by Marianna Hunt to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial development…

Market news today - harvesting gains

This week in the markets: Investors harvest gains after a six-month rally; the UK struggles to price in Budget speculation; and Asian markets are hit by China/Japan tensions. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Peak salary: why 47 may be the most important age of your financial life

At what age can you expect your earnings to peak, and then decline. It’s a vital question for anyone planning their financial life - and it might come sooner than you think. Host Ed Monk is joined by Andrew Oxlade to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with…

Turning point for UK economy? Interest rate cuts edge closer

This week – what does a knife-edge interest rate decision at the Bank of England tell us about the state of the UK economy right now? When – and how far – will interest rates fall? Host Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to a provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments togeth…

Market news today - strong earnings offset valuation fears

This week in the markets: strong earnings offset valuation concerns; the US government re-opens for business; while here in the UK, jobs and GDP data set the scene for the Bank’s next rate-setting meeting. Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.