This week in the markets: The final interest rate decisions of 2025 will hog the headlines; as jobs data in the US and UK paint a picture of a modestly slowing economy; and investors assess a third year of rising stock markets.

Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

This week in the markets: The final interest rate decisions of 2025 will hog the headlines; as jobs data in the US and UK paint a picture of a modestly slowing economy; and investors assess a third year of rising stock markets.
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.

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Market news today - interest rates in focus

Today on the show - Jemma Slingo is here to talk ISAs following a raft of announcements about how the tax-efficient savings account will change in the future. What’s changing, and how can you make the most of a revamped ISA roster.  

Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo 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 - Jemma Slingo is here to talk <a href="https://www.fidelity.co.uk/stocks-and-shares-isa/">ISAs </a>following a raft of announcements about how the tax-efficient savings account will change in the future. What&rsquo;s changing, and how can you make the most of a revamped ISA roster.&nbsp;&nbsp;
Ed Monk is joined by Jemma Slingo 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.

ISA revamp! How tax-free saving and investing is changing

This week in the markets: correction or rotation? Volatility in the tech sector has so far not translated into a broader based market fall. But it sets up a nervous backdrop to a crucial week in the US as mid-term elections give Americans their first opportunity to pass judgment on Donald Trump’s second term.

Fidelity’s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

This week in the markets: correction or rotation? Volatility in the tech sector has so far not translated into a broader based market fall. But it sets up a nervous backdrop to a crucial week in the US as mid-term elections give Americans their first opportunity to pass judgment on Donald Trump&rsquo;s second term.
Fidelity&rsquo;s Tom Stevenson reviews the stories moving markets.

Market news today - correction or rotation?

Today on the show - Tom Stevenson is here to run the rule over the Budget - the annual financial statement from the government that was delivered this week. There’s news on ISAs and tax on income from savings and property - how will the measures announced impact you? 

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 run the rule over the Budget - the annual financial statement from the government that was delivered this week. There&rsquo;s news on ISAs and tax on income from savings and property - how will the measures announced impact you?&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 analysis and fresh perspective, The Personal Investor podcast helps shine a light on the latest market developments for the savvy UK investor.

Market news today - interest rates in focus

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