Episodes

6 days ago
6 days ago
19 min
In this quarter’s podcast, we look back on an eventful first half of 2026, shaped by geopolitical tension, energy concerns and a narrow, AI-led equity rally. We discuss how portfolios performed across Return and Diversifying Assets, why economic resilience has helped offset earlier stagflation fears, and how we are responding with disciplined portfolio adjustments while seeking attractive long-term opportunities where market sentiment has moved ahead of fundamentals.

Jun 19, 2026
Jun 19, 2026
35 min
In this Portfolio Spotlight podcast, Sarah Ball, Investment Specialist, speaks with Ramesh Rajagopalan, Equity Analyst and Portfolio Manager, about how the team uses “roadmaps” to make disciplined long-term investment decisions under uncertainty.

Apr 15, 2026
Apr 15, 2026
20 min
Markets experienced renewed volatility amid geopolitical shocks and rising energy prices, while portfolio diversification helped cushion returns. We review performance across assets, explain the impact of currency and AI-driven rotations, and outline how we are positioning portfolios cautiously while selectively investing in long-term opportunities created by market dislocation.

Mar 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
44 min
In this episode, Sarah Ball, Investment Specialist, speaks with Rorrie Mars, Equity Analyst, about the effects of AI for long-term investing.

Jan 13, 2026
Quarterly Podcast: 2025 – a year of resilience
Jan 13, 2026
Jan 13, 2026
35 min
Markets delivered another year of strong returns, driven by AI momentum and cyclical sectors. We review portfolio performance, explain currency impacts, and outline how we manage risk while identifying areas of long-term opportunity amid shifting valuations and geopolitical uncertainty

Dec 15, 2025
Dec 15, 2025
43 min
In this edition of Portfolio Spotlight, Sarah Ball and Mark Wallace are joined by Henry Engelhardt, Founder and CEO Emeritus of Admiral. They the discuss the importance of culture, and its correlation with business success.

Oct 10, 2025
Oct 10, 2025
22 min
Markets have climbed steadily to new highs, led once again by technology and momentum stocks. In this podcast, we look at how our portfolios performed in comparison and why we continue to avoid areas where valuations look stretched. We then discuss the risk of irrational exuberance in markets, how we are protecting portfolios and where we still see long-term opportunity.

Sep 18, 2025
Sep 18, 2025
30 min
Sarah Ball, our Investment Specialist, sits down with Hugo Capel Cure, Co-Head of Portfolio Management, and Hughie Jessel, Head of Fund Research, to unpack the role of diversifying assets in how we construct portfolios.

Jul 11, 2025
Jul 11, 2025
25 min
Despite a strong close for markets this quarter, the path there was far from smooth. In this episode, we look at how our portfolios performed through the volatility, and where we made adjustments, both in terms of equity holdings and protection strategies. We also discuss our views on wider macroeconomic conditions, interest rates and currencies, and the areas where we continue to find long-term value.

Jun 23, 2025
Jun 23, 2025
23 min
In this episode, Sarah Ball, our Investment Specialist, sits down with Rorrie Mars, Equity Analyst, to explore the investment case for Texas Instruments (TI), demystifying the world of analog semiconductors and why TI stands out in a rapidly evolving industry.

