Brits have had a long love affair with property and buy-to-let investing has been popular over the years. But it can sometimes be more hassle than it is worth. So what if you could invest in property without a mortgage, the paperwork, repairs or constant search for new tenants? That's where TM home investor comes in: it's a unique fund that invests...
Europe's a huge continent with many different economies, which means there are also any number of undiscovered companies in which to invest. James Sym, manager of Schroder European Alpha Income fund talks to us about his travels to Europe - visiting factories, as well as head quarters - to find these hidden gems. He also tells us why he thinks...
Political risk may be high but, if you can find a project with cross-party support, you can mitigate it to some extent. And that's exactly what Will Argent, investment advisor to VT Gravis UK Infrastructure Income is doing. Although the UK seems to be in political chaos, there are some areas where our politicians can find common ground. Here, Will...
Healthcare is a subject close to many people's hearts (pardon the pun) but it could also soon become the most prominent feature in a word cloud: the US election campaign starts in a few months and affordable healthcare is likely to be a key policy for all candidates.This week's podcast gives us an insight into the world of gene therapy, drugs...
International investors don't like UK companies: they have shunned them since the EU referendum. But is that a mistake, especially for those who like a regular dividend payment? And can you still invest in a company who could - or has already - cut its dividend - like Vodafone in May this year? The answer to this and more on equity income investing...
'Back British' sounds like it could be an election promise, but it's what Ken Wotton does every day in the LF Gresham House UK Multi Cap Income fund. Here he talks to us about investing in some of Britain's most interesting entrepreneurs and participating in their companies' growth as their businesses mature and develop.
Ever wonder if low risk investors wished for more excitement in emerging markets? Or is Brexit making you look towards a more low risk investment option? Listen as Paul Smith, manager of Premier Defensive Growth fund, takes us through the strategies that make up his fund. Paul also tells us why a bond manager doesn't have to like bonds...all this...
This week we look at the trends influencing Japanese investments: from rice crackers to OAP day care centres, even the impact of women back in the workplace. Not to mention, will all our jobs be taken over by robots? To find out, listen as Chisako Hardie, manager of AXA Framlington Japan fund, gives us insight into corporate Japan.
Your host Sam Slator is joined by James Thomson, manager of Rathbone Global Opportunities fund to find out about the Dragons' Den of the investment world. What exactly makes a good investment process? James tells us what he looks for in good businesses and what effects politics have on the fund and his choices.