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Gold, Silver, Debt & the AI boom: what’s really driving markets right now?

Analyst Michael Brown @ Pepperstone joins us on the Investing, Markets & Money podcast - watch on YouTube.

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Gold, Debt & AI: What’s Really Driving Markets Right Now | Michael Brown, Pepperstone
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October 29, 2025 at 12:36 PM
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Britain’s retirees are about to receive a pay rise that looks more generous on paper than it will in practice. From April the state pension will increase by 4.7%, bringing the full annual payout to £12,534.60.

So, what's the drawback? Here's our report -
Britain's pension promise could turn into a tax trap
Britain’s retirees are about to receive a pay rise that looks more generous on paper than it will in practice.
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September 23, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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Ten Lifestyle Group [LON:TENG], the AIM-quoted concierge technology provider, said it expects to post earnings ahead of market forecasts for the year to August 31 2025, as contract wins, higher efficiency and expanding digital services lifted profitability.
September 22, 2025 at 5:08 PM
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Global stock markets have shown a degree of resilience in the first half of 2025 but the US remains a source of uncertainty. Here are some ideas that could help you steer a path through the global turbulence.

Let us know your thoughts.
Fund manager view: Steering a path through global turbulence
Global equity markets have demonstrated a degree of resilience in the first half of 2025 but the US remains a source of uncertainty
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September 21, 2025 at 8:48 AM
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Investors have rushed back into precious metals, spurred by geopolitical instability and inflationary jitters. We've got the thoughts of fund managers running investment trusts in the sector.

Would you invest in any of these highly rated investment trusts?
Investment trust ideas: Cashing in on the gold rush
Investors have rushed back into precious metals, spurred by geopolitical instability and inflationary jitters.
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September 20, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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Gold prices are close to record levels this month, buoyed by expectations of US interest-rate cuts and a weakening dollar. This fund manager thinks Gold can hit $5,000 early next year. Here's why.

What do you think?
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Gold to $5000 by early next year, forecasts wealth manager
Gold prices edged close to record levels on early this week, buoyed by expectations of US interest-rate cuts and a weakening dollar.
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September 18, 2025 at 7:58 PM
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Kier Group's earnings hint at UK economic turning point. #KIE has built more than just roads this year, it’s laid foundations for significant upside momentum. Here's our report.

What do you think?
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Kier Group's earnings hint at UK economic turning point
Kier Group has built more than just roads this year, it’s laid foundations for significant upside momentum.
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September 16, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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New on the podcast, Investing in Gold Miners.

Golden Prospect Precious Metals [LON:GPM] won the Online Money Award for Best Investment Trust (Growth).

We catch up with Robert Crayfourd about the trust’s investment strategy and the gold mining sector.

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Podcast: investing in gold miners with Robert Crayfourd
In this podcast, we chat with Robert Crayfourd of Golden Prospect Precious Metals about picking gold mining stocks
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September 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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On the podcast we have an introduction to corporate bonds with WiseAlpha. The bond market is far larger than the equities market, but bonds are relatively little traded by retail investors.

We look at how they work and how to invest.

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Podcast: Introduction to corporate bonds with WiseAlpha
WiseAlpha explains how corporate bonds work and what makes them different from government bonds and equities.
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September 1, 2025 at 9:09 AM
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"Inflation is a tailwind for Japanese companies" - Masaki Taketsume, Schroder Japan Trust.

This week Stuart and Masaki look at the opportunities in Japanese equities, key trends, tariffs and shareholder activism

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#SIG #Japan #Trading #Investing #Schroders
Podcast: Opportunities in Japanese equities with Schroder Japan
This week on the podcast we are talking about stock picking in Japan, with Masaki Taketsume of the Schroder Japan Trust.
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July 18, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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Is Virgin Wines due for a red hot summer?

As our Editor writes, in this article for mebers, shares in #VINO bounced off 30.5 pence in February and have since been on a great run, currently trading at 64p.

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Is Virgin Wines the red hot small cap to watch this summer?
Shares in Virgin Wines have more than doubled since February - is the company headed back to the days of glory it saw in 2021?
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July 9, 2025 at 12:35 PM
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Central Banks are buying Gold like never before.

Nitesh Shah of WisdomTree brings us the latest Commodities update, covering gold, silver, platinum, oil and even livestock.

Watch our latest podcast here:

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Why Central Banks Are Buying Like Never Before | Nitesh Shah, WisdomTree
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July 7, 2025 at 9:47 AM
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Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" could have far-reaching implications for not just Americans, but the rest of the world as well.

Read our article about Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Inflation Bomb here (no paywall):
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Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Inflation Bomb
Trump's Big Beautiful Bill could have far-reaching implications for not just Americans, but the rest of the world as well.
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July 4, 2025 at 11:27 AM
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UK bond markets signal fiscal warning to Starmer government.

As memories of the Truss-era crisis remain fresh, the government must move swiftly to avoid further erosion of market trust, writes Stuart Fieldhouse.

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UK bond markets signal fiscal warning to Starmer government
As memories of the Truss-era crisis remain fresh, the government must move swiftly to avoid further erosion of market trust.
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July 2, 2025 at 4:35 PM
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The TACO trade is driving the NASDAQ 100 rollercoaster.

For those watching for sharp market fluctuations, writes Mobeen Tahir @ WisdomTree, TACO has provided plenty of opportunities for tactical traders lately.

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The TACO trade is driving the NASDAQ 100 rollercoaster
For those watching for sharp market fluctuations, TACO has provided plenty of opportunities for tactical traders
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June 25, 2025 at 9:51 AM
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Tesla’s robotaxi launch: a breakthrough moment or another Musk mirage?

We look at yesterday's cautious Austin launch.

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Tesla’s robotaxi launch: a breakthrough moment or another Musk mirage?
June 22 could become a pivotal day in Tesla’s history as the electric-car pioneer finally rolls out its robotaxi service
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June 23, 2025 at 7:07 AM
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Wealth manager cautions investors over Trump's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF.

"This fund filing will generate excitement. But excitement is not a strategy" - Nigel Green @ deVere

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Wealth manager cautions investors over Trump's Bitcoin and Ethereum ETF
Donald Trump’s Truth Social has filed with the US SEC to launch a dual Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange-traded fund.
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June 17, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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UK retail investors are cutting exposure to the US and buying bonds, reports Nutmeg.

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UK retail investors cutting US exposure, buying bonds
Some 13% of UK investors plan to increase their bonds exposure while 8% are considering reducing their exposure to US equities. Two-thirds (64%) of UK
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June 12, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Is DigitalX the next Sol Strategies?

ASX-listed DigitalX is being backed by the same investors who saw the value offered by Sol Strategies - we ask if it's time for a repeat?

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#HODL #DCC
Is DigitalX the next Sol Strategies?
ASX-listed DigitalX is being backed by the same investors who saw the value offered by Sol Strategies - time for a repeat?
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May 30, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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UK investors' demand for silver bullion just leapt at its fastest pace since the Covid crisis.

Gold prices may have grabbed headlines lately, but "silver has quietly risen to set fresh record highs of its own" Adrian Ash @bullionvault

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UK bullion investment platform reports record rise in silver demand
Private investor demand to buy silver leapt at its fastest pace since Covid, according to latest data from bullion investment plartforms.
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May 9, 2025 at 10:33 AM
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Global bond investors are running out of places to hide.

While bond investors are looking for alternatives to US Treasuries, some countries are struggling to maintain their AAA credit rating.

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Global bond investors are running out of places to hide
While bond investors are looking for alternatives to US Treasuries, some countries are struggling to maintain their AAA credit rating.
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May 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM
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Wealth managers are advising clients to sell US assets and buy gold, as the precious metal price breaks historic $3,500.

Firms are forecasting gold will go to $5,000.

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April 26, 2025 at 10:47 AM
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Is it still worth staying short on Tesla stock?

We discuss last month's short trade on $TSLA as uncertainties continue to swirl around the stock.

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Tesla Stock: Still a Smart Short or Bullish Buy? | Investor Insight with The Armchair Trader
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April 25, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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The SEC has charged PGI Global over a $198m forex and crypto scam.

In a classic Ponzi scheme, $50m in investor funds was siphoned off to buy Lamborghinis and other luxuries, before the operation collapsed.

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SEC charges PGI Global over $198m forex and crypto scam
Classic Ponzi scheme collapsed while over $50m in investor funds was siphoned off to buy Lamborghini sports cars and other luxuries.
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April 24, 2025 at 4:17 PM
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Starting with On the Beach and Imperial Brands, here are our Top Five UK Consumer Stocks to watch in Q2.

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#OTB #IMB #stocks #ftse
What are the UK's top five consumer stocks to watch in Q2?
We ran some analysis on all the UK-listed stocks in the consumer space, and came up with the top five to watch for Q2.
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April 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM