This week in the markets: the year end melt-up continues into 2026 as investors shrug off geo-political upheavals; and gold hits a new record on worries about Fed independence.

Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

This week in the markets: the year end melt-up continues into 2026 as investors shrug off geo-political upheavals; and gold hits a new record on worries about Fed independence.
Fidelity&rsquo;s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor is the essential weekly investing podcast for smart investors. Join Ed Monk as he explores investing, financial news, stock markets and economics.



With his 360˚ view of the world of investment, Ed provides a well-balanced take on the latest developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.



Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.



“Excellent market insights” ★★★★★

“Clear analysis” ★★★★★



Please remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed may no longer be current and may have already been acted upon and is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to an authorised financial adviser. 

With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor is the essential weekly investing podcast for smart investors. Join Ed Monk as he explores investing, financial news, stock markets and economics.
 
With his 360˚ view of the world of investment, Ed provides a well-balanced take on the latest developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
 
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
 
“Excellent market insights” ★★★★★
“Clear analysis” ★★★★★
 
Please remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed may no longer be current and may have already been acted upon and is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to an authorised financial adviser.

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The Personal Investor

With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor is the essential weekly investing podcast for smart investors. Join Ed Monk as he explores investing, financial news, stock markets and economics.

With his 360˚ view of the world of investment, Ed provides a well-balanced take on the latest developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.

Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.

“Excellent market insights” ★★★★★

“Clear analysis” ★★★★★

Please remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed may no longer be current and may have already been acted upon and is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to an authorised financial adviser. 

With its approachable style and no-nonsense views, The Personal Investor is the essential weekly investing podcast for smart investors. Join Ed Monk as he explores investing, financial news, stock markets and economics.
With his 360˚ view of the world of investment, Ed provides a well-balanced take on the latest developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.
“Excellent market insights” ★★★★★
“Clear analysis” ★★★★★
Please remember that the value of investments, and the income from them, can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed may no longer be current and may have already been acted upon and is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to an authorised financial adviser.

The Market Pod

Market news today - 2026 starts as 2025 ended

Today on the show - Tom Stevenson is here to tell us the three funds he’s adding to his portfolio this year. We’ll hear why he’s made these choices and how he’s using them in his portfolio. 

Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.

Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.

Today on the show - Tom Stevenson is here to tell us the three funds he&rsquo;s adding to his portfolio this year. We&rsquo;ll hear why he&rsquo;s made these choices and how he&rsquo;s using them in his portfolio.&nbsp;
Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear&nbsp;analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.

Tom’s picks: ‘Where I’m investing this year’

This week - we’re answering your questions as we start a brand new investing year.

Will the AI bubble pop? How will politics impact our financial lines in 2026, and can winning investments like gold continue to shine? We’ll attempt to answer all of it.

Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.

Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.

This week - we&rsquo;re answering your questions as we start a brand new investing year.
Will the AI bubble pop? How will politics impact our financial lines in 2026, and can winning investments like gold continue to shine? We&rsquo;ll attempt to answer all of it.
Ed Monk is joined by Tom Stevenson to provide a well-balanced take on the latest financial developments together with expert insights to help you grow your capital, manage your investment portfolio and make the most of the money markets.
Popular for its jargon-free approach, clear&nbsp;analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.

Ask us anything: your questions on AI, gold and risks for investors in 2026 

This week in the markets: The FTSE 100 finally hits 10,000; the US intervenes in Venezuela; and retailers report on Christmas trading.

Fidelity’s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.

This week in the markets: The FTSE 100 finally hits 10,000; the US intervenes in Venezuela; and retailers report on Christmas trading.
Fidelity&rsquo;s Jemma Slingo reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - 2026 starts as 2025 ended

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