The Sharpe End

As Oscar Wilde wrote, in matters of grave importance, style, not sincerity, is the vital thing. Yet President Trump's style is leading some to question American exceptionalism, which has been a hot topic of conversation for the team for years now. The team discuss their thoughts on the longer-term impact of current events on markets and the global economy. And then guess who's back, back again – no it's not Eminem but earnings season! The team talk about how it's gone so far and what's surprised them in what's always a busy time. Finally, Apple – which needs no introduction – has had products glued to the ears and hands of consumers the world over for some time now. Will the glue hold, the team asks, and what part should the company play in portfolios?This podcast was recorded on 8 May 2025.If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation.Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistHannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi AssetAbout Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc.This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

President Donald Trump's “Liberation Day” tariffs, delivered on two giant placards in the Rose Garden, sent stock markets into freefall. The team explain how they are unpicking what might happen next and how markets may react to further news and retaliations. The focus then switches to reviewing how the UK's recent Spring Statement's announcements – or perhaps the lack thereof – have left the team feeling about UK PLC. Finally, UK listed food service business Compass is on the menu as the team outline what attracts them to the company. This podcast was recorded on 3 April 2025. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistHannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi Asset About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Europe has been the star of the show for the past couple of weeks. What's driven this unusual outperformance? Will 2025 be the year of Europe's comeback, or just another a short-lived bounce? The team then moves on to America: you can't get away from President Donald Trump and his tariffs at the moment.Despite having talked about it on last month's episode, there's a whole lot more to cover since then. Finally, the team discuss Unilever, a manufacturer of household staples which has been a long-term holding in our Greenbank multi-asset range, but a new addition to our core funds. This podcast was recorded on 6 March 2025. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary ⁠www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs⁠ which will provide an explanation.  Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistHannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi AssetAbout Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc.This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The Donald is firing out of the blocks on trade tariffs with no hesitation. The team discusses what it means for financial markets and how they should position their funds for a world of potentially lesser trade. Not to be outdone, the AI sector had its own mini-revolution recently with the emergence of low-cost Chinese chatbot DeepSeek. Does this call into question the dominance of the AI market darlings? Finally, the team outlines the appeal of heavy equipment manufacturer, Caterpillar, which has been in the funds for a number of years.This podcast was recorded on 12 February 2025.If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation.Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistHannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi AssetAbout Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc.This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

It's been quite the new year hangover for the global bond market as yields have continued to race away at the start of the new year – the UK 10-year gilt is back to levels not seen since the 2000s. The team start the year by discussing this volatile start, what the drivers are, and how this is impacting our funds. Next up is the financials sector: always a tricky and complex topic, the team make it simple by breaking down how and why they build a diversified portfolio of financial stocks and bonds in the funds. Finally, they give you a rundown of US-based global investment company KKR, which is much more than just private equity, and why they see it as an attractive new holding for the funds.   This podcast was recorded on 9 January 2025.   If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation.

It's that time of year again! Mariah Carey is blaring in the shops, the Elf on the Shelf is on the loose in homes across the country, and our head of multi-asset David Coombs is held accountable for his annual predictions. Will the team be naughty or nice when they mark David on his prognostications spanning UK and US politics, bond yields, central bankers, and passive investing? As ever, David will be pleading his case and aiming to beat last year's score and – he hopes – perhaps post a new high score.   Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Hannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi Asset   About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc.   This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

A lot going on this month, so the team focus on two rather large events which took place within a week of each other. First up is the big show across the pond: with Trump now claiming his seat in the Oval Office the team give their immediate reaction to his victory and discuss what it could mean for markets and their funds. Then the team swing to look at the ramifications of the Labour government's first Budget. How much of the doom and gloom sown before Budget Day was reaped, and how will it affect UK economic growth and UK markets? This podcast was recorded on 6 November 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Hannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi Asset About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The gaze turns eastward this month as the team discuss China's recent stimulus. Will it be enough to wrestle the economy out of its post-COVID funk? Then the conversation turns to making sense of western central bank interest rate cuts that coincide with conflicting economic data. Calling the direction of travel is challenging, so what does it mean for their portfolios? Finally, what has made UK-listed information and analytics business RELX a long-time holding in the funds? This podcast was recorded on 10 October 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Hannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi Asset About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

It's just over a month since Keir Starmer took over at Number 10, and for those of you not glued to Ticketmaster scrambling for Oasis tickets you may have noticed that we've started to learn a little more about what “Starmerism” will look like. In light of this, the team discuss how the new Labour government's agenda might impact UK equity and bond markets, along with sterling. At the risk of opening old wounds, the team looks back at some of the “ones that got away” as they ponder the potential teachable moments gained from missed opportunities. And next on the agenda is, well, Next, as the team outlines what makes this UK retail stalwart attractive for the funds.   This podcast was recorded on 3 September 2024.   If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Hannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi Asset About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Trying to unpick some pretty extraordinary moves in global indices, the team discuss what's been going on. Was it simply a short-term market overreaction, or something that we might be dealing with for a little while longer? They then move on to automotive parts – a blast from the past for manager David Coombs, but a new addition to the funds. They explain why they like the sector now, and what led them to add O'Reilly and LKQ to the funds. Finally, the team review American Tower, which has benefited from the growing expectation of imminent interest rate cuts in the US as well as the growing demand for wireless infrastructure. This podcast was recorded on 8 August 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistHannah Kennedy, Portfolio Management Assistant – Multi Asset About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

On the eve of the most telegraphed election result in UK history, the team turns instead to a murkier electoral outlook in Europe. How will a shifting European political landscape – especially in France – impact the region's economy? And what would the knock-on effects influence the European Central Bank from here? They then discuss the consumer as questions abound on the true condition of household spending, given some weaker reports from some company management, particularly in the US. Is this just some belt tightening or something more worrisome? Finally, in a world of swift tech and AI development, demand for business consultancy firm Accenture has increased, helping businesses deliver some of the benefits presented by the whirlwind of technological advances. The team explain what makes them long-time holders. This podcast was recorded on 4 July 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 30 Gresham Street, London, EC2V 7QN. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Inflation is on our agenda but not quite in the way you might expect. We discuss the outlook for inflation in the longer term and consider how some big structural changes could shift perceptions on what's a ‘normal' rate of inflation. Attention then turns to the tech sector and software in particular. Despite all the plaudits for the tech darlings, could we be seeing the first signs of a software slowdown? Finally, all creatures great and small are on the team's collective minds as they discuss animal health business Idexx Laboratories and the way its products and services are vital in helping all our furry friends.   This podcast was recorded on 6 June 2024.   If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation.   Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist   About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

In an election extravaganza of a year the team discuss how they will navigate the many political changes which may be ahead, particularly in the UK where a change in the occupancy of Number 10 seems highly likely. Diversification is the goal of any multi-asset manager, but just how do you achieve it and how has a world of higher interest rates changed that? The team outline the latest on this all-important topic. Finally, could the road ahead be brightening for UK medical equipment company and long-time portfolio holding Smith & Nephew? This podcast was recorded on 9 May 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

With plenty of debate about the state of the US economy, whether the inflation dragon is slain or not, if the landing will be a soft one, and when the Fed might start cutting rates, the team discuss whether the US economic porridge is too hot, too cold or just right. The US consumer is next on the menu as some recent weakness in areas of consumer spending has the team pondering if these shifts in how hard-earned cash is being spent are cyclical or longer-term in nature. Finally, the team turn to Sony, of PlayStation and Walkman fame, to discuss why the business is more than just its well-known electronics and what has made the company an interesting investment for the funds.   This podcast was recorded on 11 April 2024.   If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

While the US economy and markets seemingly look in a pretty good place right now, the team discuss one of the potential flies in the ointment: US commercial real estate. Many worries have been floated about large cuts to office property values – are they valid? And if so what second order impacts could there be? The focus then turns eastward to the rise of Japan's stock market and increased investor interest. This leads the team to discuss whether years of corporate reform could mean a new dawn for the nation or just another false one. Finally, the Magnificent Seven is tackled head on as the team discuss Nvidia, the darling of the market, to highlight what the company does, how it has changed, and why it has earned plaudits and a stratospheric share price rise. This podcast was recorded on 14 March 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The Magnificent Seven was the buzz phrase of 2023 as seven stocks drove so much of the return from US equity markets. America isn't the only place with a concentration issue though: it's the same picture in Europe and the UK. The team look forward and discuss what risks and opportunities may lie ahead as a result of this phenomenon. They then turn to the defence sector and why there might be some meaningful changes afoot to drive more government spending in this area. Finally, Canadian e-commerce company Shopify is on the agenda as the team outline the company's broad appeal, along with the ups and downs of their journey owning this name.   This podcast was recorded on 8 February 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

After the roller coaster that was 2023, the team discuss getting their bearings for the year ahead. Then, speaking of creaking behemoth structures in need of investment, they explain why they've been buying general infrastructure funds for the first time ever. Finally, a new portfolio holding is German medtech company Carl Zeiss, which specialises in cutting-edge tools for eye health. Perhaps some of Carl Zeiss' products may help us all better see what the year ahead might hold… This podcast was recorded on 11 January 2024. If during this podcast the team reference any terms you're unfamiliar with, please see our glossary www.rathbonesam.com/glossary-of-terms-and-faqs which will provide an explanation. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

It's that time of year again where the whole Sharpe End team get together for the Christmas Special and become David's judge and jury on the predictions he made for 2023 at the end of last year. Did David's crystal ball serve him well in calling what happens to the bond markets, commodity markets, equity markets, and a few more random areas too!? Last year David managed 5.5 points, an advance on the 4.5 points of the year previous. Will his march toward prediction perfection continue, or will it all come crashing down to reality with a bump?   Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbones Asset Management is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbones Asset Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Is US President Joe Biden's huge infrastructure stimulus bending the US Treasury yield curve more than Beckham at the dead ball? Moderating inflation hasn't stopped long-term US Treasury bond yields from whipping higher (and therefore prices falling sharply) in the past couple of months – could it be worries around government spending and the much larger amount of bonds being sold at auction? Meanwhile, earnings season has dominated stock markets recently, so the team discuss the winners and losers this time round and why. Lastly, they share why US landfill and recycling business Waste Management is more exciting than you may first think.   This podcast was recorded on 2 November 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The team discuss the very different approaches to government investment in the US and UK and how this impacts the relative attractiveness of those economies. Next-generation weight loss drugs have grabbed the headlines of late, but unpicking the long-term impacts of these treatments on businesses is fraught with difficulty. Then, in the interests of balance, the team turn to alcohol and burgers as they discuss their recent switch from drinks giant Diageo to fast-food behemoth McDonalds.   This podcast was recorded on 5 October 2023.   Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist    About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc.   This podcast is intended for retail and professional investors. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

With an array of UK retailers struggling and the housing market slump deepening, the team discuss managing exposure to the UK and why they are keeping an eye on the escalating government clampdown on Airbnb. Also, in recognition of National Inclusion Week, the team share how they think about diversity when investing and why Nike, one of the few consumer stocks they hold, is one company that has navigated this area successfully. This podcast was recorded on 7 September 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbones Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The team cast their minds back to the days before we knew what COVID was and when inflation was considered conquered to review an investment report they published in 2019 called Ditch the Models. Which of these models the team suggested ditching panned out the way they expected? And are there any others that could do with being ditched today? The swiftly growing animal health sector is the final topic as the team discuss how to avoid the dogs in the space and hopefully end up as the cats who got the cream.   This podcast was recorded on 28 July 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The chemicals sector is often the canary in the economic coal mine, so a spate of profit warnings spark a discussion among the team. Meanwhile, is the pent-up demand from COVID-delayed elective surgeries finally coming on stream, and what would it mean for med-tech companies? Finally, the team takes a deep dive on German industrial giant Siemens, which has spent a decade reshaping its business. This podcast was recorded on 6 July 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Commodities have fallen from their lofty 2022 heights, so are they starting to get interesting again? The team discuss the fortunes of everything from foodstuffs to metals through energy, given the ever-changing backdrop for commodities. Meanwhile, is AI the revolutionary force people are excited about, or another fad generating a bout of market hype? Will long-time holding Adobe, a digital marketing tool supplier known for the humble PDF, harness AI or get eaten by it?   This podcast was recorded on 8 June 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Is America approaching the finish line for interest rate hikes? The team discuss the latest from the other side of the pond, including all the fun of the debt ceiling political football. Meanwhile, are the fears and stresses in the commercial property market signs of an opportunity or a justified warning to stay well away? That leads the team to ponder US insulation and roofing business, Owens Corning, and the tailwinds that should support the company in coming years.   This podcast was recorded on 9 May 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Given all the recession chat, Rahab tries to bring some positivity to this episode and challenges Will and David to build a bull case for investing. Following the UK's Green Day announcements, the team also discuss why it seems net-zero is falling down the priority list, what this means for electric vehicles and why they believe global auto technology company Aptiv could be the winner in this space.   This podcast was recorded on 13 April 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team:David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset InvestmentsWill McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio fundsCraig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment SpecialistRahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist  About Rathbones:Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Trying to unpick the turmoil in the banking sector, the team discuss what happened in the last week or so and what it means for the future, and explain what action they've taken as a result. Their gaze then shifts to our fair shores as they ask whether, after a few years in the investment wilderness, the UK could be on the precipice of some structural changes that might support the economy and perhaps the equity market too. This podcast was recorded on 16 March 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Could David's usual prediction of US stocks beating European ones come a cropper this year? The team also explain why US real estate investment trusts are a different ball game for them vs the UK market, and where there are some exciting opportunities. Finally, the team turn a loving, Valentine's Day gaze towards European luxury goods giant LVMH and discuss just why the company's resilient earnings are perhaps worth paying a pretty penny for. This podcast was recorded on 9 February 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbones Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The team kick off 2023 discussing the outlook for the year ahead: what stays the same, what changes, and why it's important not to overreact simply because there's a new calendar adorning our desks. They also discuss whether consumers trading down in household staples will mean less-resilient revenues, and why they think global skincare and cosmetics giant Estee Lauder presents a different story to its peers. This podcast was recorded on 12 January 2023. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Join the whole Sharpe End team for the Christmas special edition where Craig, Rahab, and Will hold David to account for his predictions for 2022. Just how well did David call the fortunes of the UK economy? How accurate were his views on speculative technology and cryptocurrency? And, importantly, did he beat last year's score of 4.5 points!? This podcast was recorded on 7 December 2022. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

With all the shenanigans since our last episode, is the UK now a relative beacon of political stability? If so, does that move the dial for the prices of British assets? The team explain why capital discipline and the resiliency of ad revenue are the order of the day for them given recent weaker earnings from the US tech giants. Finally, do political shifts in China change the long-term picture for investing in the country? This podcast was recorded on 9 November 2022. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

The team ponder whether, after the not-so-mini reaction to the Chancellor's ‘mini-budget', it's finally time to buy UK bonds again or whether US Treasuries still look a better place for capital, and explain how they are tackling currency exposure in the face of a continually volatile pound. Also, what does the return to a world of higher costs of capital and risk-free rates mean for markets, and how should it change how we invest? This podcast was recorded on 6 October 2022. Rathbone Funds multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Have US Fed Chair Jerome Powell's comments at Jackson Hole spooked the team as much as they spooked the market? This month, David, Will, and Craig also discuss how much attention to pay to the weakening US housing market, and finally touch on the video game industry and how it should remain an exciting place to invest for many years to come. This podcast was recorded on 1 September 2022. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

We may have (finally) reached peak inflation, argue David, Will and Rahab this month. Also, they explain how the Tory leadership campaign made them reassess the benefits and pitfalls of deregulation, and why they think water is an exciting investment theme for their portfolios. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

This month, David, Will and Craig discuss the wide-ranging impacts of the energy market's current stresses and complexities. Also, despite some expected post-pandemic catch-up in consumer services spending, the team aren't tempted by many businesses that have benefited. Finally, they discuss the departure of Prime Minister Boris Johnson in real time and what it might mean for fiscal policy and the UK economy. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

Why is credit starting to look attractive to David, Will and Craig for the first time in quite a while? Also, the team question how resilient consumer staples companies may be in the current environment and explain why they are still comfortable with composite decking manufacturer Trex despite a tough year so far. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment

This month, David, Will and Craig discuss managing a portfolio in a bear market and avoiding the pitfalls of emotional decisions, their love/hate relationship with the hamster wheel of earnings season, and why – despite attracting the attention of a rather eccentric billionaire – pure play social media companies have never really turned their heads. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

This month, David Will and Rahab try to make sense of what simultaneous recessionary and inflationary risks mean for markets and central bank policy. Also, what does the difficult start to the year for ESG investing mean for its future? And they explain why Ulta Beauty has been surprisingly resilient despite rocky markets. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

This month David, Will, and Craig discuss the various long and short-term market implications of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and how they are attempting to navigate these in portfolios. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

On this month's episode of The Sharpe End, David, Will and Rahab question whether the Bank of England hiking rates will be good for the UK economy. Also, what do the latest earnings from the FAANG, or now MAMAA, stocks tell us? And they share their thoughts on the rise of activist investors targeting company management. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/249xT5GtOUlf8rytisFUdU About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

In the first episode of 2022 David, Will, and Craig try to bring some order to a rather tricky new year for global markets, discussing what risks and opportunities this presents. The team also explain why they aren't reaching for the gold despite growing geopolitical risks, and why they are buying baser commodities instead. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=1e03a25ca99e4ef4 About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Group plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

On this month's episode, Will and Craig review and score David's predictions for 2021 against how the year actually panned out. Decide for yourself whether they are too harsh on David's crystal ball gazing. More importantly, the team discuss how their strategy has evolved in 2021 and ponder the latest shift in the ‘growth' vs ‘value' debate. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=1e03a25ca99e4ef4 About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

On this month's episode of The Sharpe End, David, Will and Rahab discuss the best ways to protect portfolios from COVID, supply chain risks and inflation. Also, do trends towards veganism and a low-carbon future mean major disruption is coming for farmers and food makers? And we explain how nutrition businesses DSM and Christian Hansen are helping to solve health challenges and cut food waste. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist Rahab Paracha, Sustainable Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=1e03a25ca99e4ef4 About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

David, Will and Craig discuss the implications of the energy crisis and whether the clean power transition has gone too far too fast. Also, is the Bank of England in danger of killing off the fragile UK recovery? If so, what would that mean for the pound? And David explains why his love of Denmark extends beyond gluten-free pastries and Scandinavian crime series. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds. Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=1e03a25ca99e4ef4 About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

This month, David, Will, and Craig ask whether investors are getting too excited about dubious subscription business models, and whether investors are looking critically enough at these ‘flywheels' of growth. Should they instead spin the wheel and investigate some pure Covid-reopening plays? Speaking of wheels, they also look at how the shift from exercise bikes to a set of real wheels helps Shimano. Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds. Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=c9ccee0482144830 About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

In the second episode of The Sharpe End, David, Will and Craig discuss the rationale behind China's intervention in technology and education markets, along with the potential for contagion into other sectors. Also, has UK commercial property hit its bottom? And should they worry about the recent jump in Dexcom's share price? Rathbones multi-asset investing team: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds. Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist RMAPs Spotify Mixtape: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=c9ccee0482144830 About Rathbones: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers plc. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.

In the inaugural episode of The Sharpe End, David, Will and Craig discuss the private equity battle for Morrisons and the broader picture for UK retail. Also, how might the UK's inflationary future differ from the rest of the world, and what does Cristiano Ronaldo know about Coca-Cola's water business? RATHBONES MULTI-ASSET INVESTING TEAM: David Coombs, Head of Multi-Asset Investments. Will McIntosh-Whyte, Fund Manager, Rathbone Greenbank Multi-Asset Portfolio funds and Rathbone Multi-Asset Portfolio funds. Craig Brown, Senior Multi-Asset Investment Specialist. RMAPS SPOTIFY MIXTAPE: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7D1FhxlPWm6jto335rolvs?si=c9ccee0482144830 ABOUT RATHBONES: Rathbones, a FTSE 250 listed company, provides individual investment and wealth management services for private clients, charities, trustees and professional partners. Rathbone Unit Trust Management (Rathbone Funds) is a UK fund manager, offering equity and bond unit trusts and a multi-asset fund range to meet your capital growth and income requirements. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is a wholly-owned, London-based subsidiary of Rathbone Brothers plc. This podcast is intended for professional investors, and must not be shared with a non-professional audience. Any views and opinions are those of the investment manager, and coverage of any assets held must be taken in context of the constitution of the fund and in no way reflect an investment recommendation. Past performance should not be seen as an indication of future performance. The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and you may not get back your original investment. This podcast has been produced for information purposes only and isn't intended to constitute financial advice. Any views expressed during this recording belong to the individuals and are based on market conditions at the time of recording; Investments referred to may not be suitable for all recipients. Any mention of a specific security should not be interpreted as a solicitation to buy or sell a specific security. Rathbone Unit Trust Management Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. A member of the Investment Association. A member of the Rathbone Group. Registered office: 8 Finsbury Circus, London, EC2M 7AZ. Registered in England No. 02376568.