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Bakery chain in the United Kingdom

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Playing FTSE
Meet The UK's No.1 Stockpicker!

Playing FTSE

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2025 74:18


Check out James Fox!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trade_pass/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Trade_passIs the doctor in or out when it comes to Greggs? Find out on this week's PlayingFTSE Show!This week, we've got something different on the show. It's an interview with the UK's leading independent stock picker!Dr. James Fox writes at GuruFocus and Fool UK. And he's here to talk with Steve W about stocks, shares, and investing. James tells us about taking control of his finances from an advisor at the age of 18 and reveals what the first stock he ever bought was. It's not one you might guess.He also shares a bit about what type of investor he sees himself as and what he does when he's not investing. Anyone for a sumac-based soft drink?Finding stocks to buy is one of the most important things for investors. So how does the best in the business go about it? James talks Steve W through his process and the key metric he uses to screen for investment ideas. It's not one we talk about much, but it has a good pedigree.Building a diversified portfolio is the ambition of a lot of long-term investors. But it's a bit different for someone who also owns their own drinks business.James talks through the balance of his pension in terms of UK and US stocks. And he also shares his views on the attractiveness of bonds at the moment.We don't talk much about Pinterest on our show, but James thinks it's a stock listeners should know about. And he's here to give us a run-through on why.It's growing impressively and trades at a reasonable P/E multiple. But is a heavy skew towards the US in terms of revenues a risk or an opportunity?We couldn't have the UK's leading independent stock picker on and not get his views on some stocks. And we've got quite the lineup to get through. The big question, though, is what James thinks about Greggs. It's one of his favourite stocks to write about, but why does he have such as strong view on it?Only on this week's PlayingFTSE Podcast!► Get a free share!This show is sponsored by Trading 212! To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR / GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 through this link https://www.trading212.com/Jdsfj/FTSE. Terms apply.When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested.Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.► Get 15% OFF Finchat.io:Huge thanks to our sponsor, FinChat.io, the best investing toolkit we've discovered! Get 15% off your subscription with code below and unlock powerful tools to analyze stocks, discover hidden gems, and build income streams. Check them out at FinChat.io!https://finchat.io/playingftse/?lmref=iQl2VQ► Follow Us On Substack:https://playingftse.substack.com/► Support the show:Appreciate the show and want to offer your support? You could always buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/playingftse(All proceeds reinvested into the show and not to coffee!)There are many ways to help support the show, liking, commenting and sharing our episodes with friends! You can also check out our clothing merch store: https://playingftse.teemill.com/We get a small cut of anything you buy which will be reinvested back into the show...► Timestamps:0:00 INTRO & OUR WEEKS3:01 BACKGROUND20:20 FINDING STOCKS34:28 PORTFOLIO BREAKDOWN48:52 PINTEREST1:00:53 THE DOCTOR IS IN?► Wanna get in contact?Got a question for us? Drop it in the comments below or reach out to us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/playingftseshow Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playing_ftse/► Enquiries: Please email - playingftsepodcast@gmail(dot)com► Disclaimer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

The Chronicles Of Podcast
The Chronicles of Archers | Oscar Porter on a 'Temporary High'

The Chronicles Of Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 125:16


Welcome to the One Hundred & Seventy Third Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Archers This week, we sit down with Oscar Porter – bass player and backing vocalist for rising heavy band Archers. Oscar shares his unique introduction to heavy music, the story of how he joined Archers, and the band's early beginnings. We dive deep into the song writing process behind Archers' hard-hitting sound and talk in detail about their upcoming EP Temporary High, set for release on June 13th. Oscar also opens up about the band's excitement for their upcoming UK tour, their debut at the iconic Download Festival, and their upcoming American tour. This week, Jamie and Tom dive into the bizarre world of reality TV, discussing Channel 4's Virgin Island and the jaw-dropping concept of MILF Manor. Yes, that's a real show — and yes, we're all just as confused as you are. Jamie stirs the pot by asking Tom what he thinks of the latest addition to Madame Tussauds… a Greggs sausage roll. That's right. A waxwork. Of a sausage roll. Britain, are you okay? The lads also recap their weeks: Tom travels to London to see BABYMETAL at the O2, while Jamie has an early start to do a car boot sale and enjoys a family trip to see Lilo & Stitch. As always, we've got our staple segments. Callum's Teachings gets deep this week with the strange idea of having an itch inside your body. Tom's Journal brings more of the funniest internet nonsense, and in our Single of the Week we spotlight two killer new tracks we think deserve your ears. Finally, Jamie's audience participation challenge invites you to book your very own dream music festival. Official Website - Archers Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Kate, Tim & Marty
Tuuuuuesday Show: Spagomelette!

Kate, Tim & Marty

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 43:58 Transcription Available


Gym braggers, lazy dinners, and topless swimming in Berlin? What a show. Joel and producer Georgie wouldn't shut up about their gym session, so naturally we opened the phones to out every humblebragger in your life. We also revealed our go-to lazy dinners (spoiler: there were a lot of crackers and cheese involved). Plus, women in Berlin can now ditch the tops at public pools, and Madame Tussauds is honouring the real MVP of British culture... the Greggs sausage roll.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Investor Way
E232 - Diageo, Mitchells & Butlers, Greggs, Cranswick, M&S & JD Sports

The Investor Way

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 39:39


In this episode we discuss Diageo, Mitchells & Butlers, Greggs, Cranswick, M&S & JD Sports$dge $mab $grg $cwk $mks $jd.#dge #mab #grg #cwk #mks #jd.

PRmoment Podcast
PRmoment Awards Winning Campaigns Insight Series - V&A, Greggs and CALM

PRmoment Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 24:57


Today on the show we're looking back at 3 of the winning campaigns from The PRmoment Awards to dive a bit deeper into what they were all about and why they won.We're looking at 3 campaigns from V&A, Greggs and Calm with Aarti Bulsara, director, Hope & Glory PR and DonFerguson, deputy MD, Hope & Glory PRWe'll be looking at the objective, strategy, creative, activation and results of the work.There is a video version of this podcast on PRmoment Youtube channel and we will be using video to bring the campaigns to live, so it may be worth checking out our Youtube channel if you're interested.Before we start, two pieces of good news at PRmoment this week. The first is that the programme for PR Masterclass: AI in PR is now complete. The PR Masterclass series are hybrid events so you can attend either in person or virtually.Check out the microsite PRMasterclasses.com for all the details including the speaker line-up.The other vital bit of information is that The Creative Moment Awards are now open for entries. You can see all the categories for 2025 at the microsite creativemomentawards.co.The final entry deadline is Friday 20th June.Here's a summary of Aarti, Don and Ben's discussion:Winning Campaign Case StudyHope&Glory, CALM & adam&eveDDB - Missed BirthdaysCALM's “Missed Birthdays” was a spectacular installation designed to raise awareness of suicide. Each of the 6,292 balloons marked the birthday a young person missed because they died by suicide. It drove 220 pieces of coverage, delivering over 350 million Opportunities to See through editorial coverage. 23,000 people shared the installation on their social channels. Most of all, the installation prompted 29,500 visits to the CALM C.A.R.E. Kit microsite delivering vital prevention information and advice.The PRmoment Award judges said: “Crisp and clear articulation of what you did, why you did it and what your campaign generated - both in terms of coverage but also in behaviour shift.” Winning Campaign Case StudyNigella meets GreggsGreggs is known for its playful tone of voice and position within British culture. Its biggest challenge at Christmas is to launch its festive menu in a disruptive way (when media is saturated with high-budget launches). Step forward culinary queen Nigella. The resulting campaign generated over 1,520 pieces of coverage from start-to-finish. The “ad” was hailed a triumph and Greggs reported that Q4 like-for-like sales rose 2.5%.The PRmoment Award judges said: “A strong, unexpected idea and execution with great post-campaign data, showing the true impact of PR when done well.”Winning Campaign Case Study:The V&A - If You're Into It, It's In the V&AThe V&A has over 2.27m objects in its collection. There's something for everybody so “if you're into it, it's in the V&A”. Hope&Glory offered nine people the opportunity to advise the V&A about its collections – enhancing its understanding of modern culture. The campaign reached 87% of the core audience and, of those exposed to the campaign, 76% said the activity made them think more positively about the V&A brand. Amongst non-V&A visitors, 40% said the activity made them think it was more relevant to them.The PRmoment Award judges said: “Huge results for a modest budget. Tapped into culture. This is gold standard”

The Gossip Gays
Sloppy Seconds: Mother Knows Best and Pork Rolls

The Gossip Gays

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2025 21:32


This week one listener provides the team with some feedback on their advice and not everyone is pleased with the feedback and a Greggs conspiracy is launched... Want to be a Gossip Goddess or a Question Queen and win a badge?Send us your crazy and dirty confessions! They could be your own saucy tales or the goss you have on your friends! Send them in here:Whatsapp: https://wa.me/message/NJKXUPHEB7AAI1Gossip Form: https://forms.gle/5uwNGBb9QAkgXKKz5Insta and TikTok: @GossipGaysPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playing FTSE
Best UK Earnings Report This Year?

Playing FTSE

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2025 70:52


► Get a free share!This show is sponsored by Trading 212! To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR / GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 through this link https://www.trading212.com/Jdsfj/FTSE. Terms apply.When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested.Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.► Get 15% OFF Finchat.io:Huge thanks to our sponsor, FinChat.io, the best investing toolkit we've discovered! Get 15% off your subscription with code below and unlock powerful tools to analyze stocks, discover hidden gems, and build income streams. Check them out at FinChat.io!https://finchat.io/playingftse/?lmref=iQl2VQ► Episode Notes:What's Steve W been waiting 17 years to do? Find out on this week's PlayingFTSE Show!Both Steves have underperformed the S&P 500 this week. But Steve D has made a move to correct this and Steve W has a very specific reason why. Last week, Steve W said Greggs shares would go up. And they did, but they're still well below where they were at the start of the year. Management is taking credit for it, but is it actually just to do with the good weather we've been having lately? Or is there something more exciting going on?There are exciting things going on at Alphabet. Google's parent company isn't just sitting around waiting for lawsuits – it's getting on the case with AI. Gemini's becoming a PA, Astra can see down your camera, and our thumbnail software is getting a boost. And then there's Waymo with an actual robotaxi network…Diploma is a FTSE 100 stock that we've had an eye on for a long time. And it's up after the most recent results, which are pretty good illustration of why. Everything is up. Organic revenue growth is strong, profits are well up, and the latest acquisitions are integrating nicely – what else is there to want from an investment?Bloomsbury is a recent addition to the FTSE 250. But it's results for the 2024-25 year leave a bit to be desired and the stock is down as a result. There's no way a decline in profits is a positive thing, but with no Sarah J. Maas book this year, that might not be a problem. So is this a buying opportunity for Steve D?Only on this week's PlayingFTSE Podcast!► Support the show:Appreciate the show and want to offer your support? You could always buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/playingftse(All proceeds reinvested into the show and not to coffee!)There are many ways to help support the show, liking, commenting and sharing our episodes with friends! You can also check out our clothing merch store: https://playingftse.teemill.com/We get a small cut of anything you buy which will be reinvested back into the show...► Timestamps:0:00 INTRO & OUR WEEKS7:59 GREGGS20:03 GOOGLE I/O44:32 DIPLOMA56:35 BLOOMSBURY► Show Notes:What's been going on in the financial world and why should anyone care? Find out as we dive into the latest news and try to figure out what any of it means. We talk about stocks, markets, politics, and loads of other things in a way that's accessible, light-hearted and (we hope) entertaining. For the people who know nothing, by the people who know even less. Enjoy► Wanna get in contact?Got a question for us? Drop it in the comments below or reach out to us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/playingftseshow Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playing_ftse/► Enquiries: Please email - playingftsepodcast@gmail(dot)com► Disclaimer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

AJ Bell Money & Markets
Counting the cost of Marks & Spencer's cyber-attack, and AstraZeneca versus GSK

AJ Bell Money & Markets

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 53:58


On this week's AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast, Dan Coatsworth and Tom Sieber explore some big names on the UK and US stock market following a spate of corporate updates over the past week. They chat about Guinness maker Diageo, sausage roll giant Greggs, and a trio of American firms which have given us a fascinating insight into the state of the US consumer. [6:05] Marks & Spencer has laid out the potential hit to profits from its recent cyber-attack and it's a hefty sum. Dan has all the details and he talks to fund manager Ian Lance from Temple Bar Investment Trust to get a shareholder's perspective on the incident. [14:30] Hear about the new threat to Next and Dunelm as a US home furnishings giant prepares to make its UK debut. [21:15] Dan chats about an important development in the buy now, pay later industry [25:20] and why there is some relief for certain victims of scams. [29:20] Tom has a fascinating insight into the UK property market as more Americans look to move to the UK. [32:05]. Tom also talks about big moves in the cash savings market. [34:50] Finally, don't miss the second part of our interview with Edinburgh Investment Trust's Emily Barnard who explains how AstraZeneca differs from GSK, key achievements from both companies, and where they might go next. [37:30]

OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER - Tägliche Börsen-News
“Mega-IPO von CATL - eine Chance?” - Arc'teryx, Pfizer, Tesla & Wynn-Zukunft

OHNE AKTIEN WIRD SCHWER - Tägliche Börsen-News

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 13:55


Hier gibt's unseren Newsletter: https://www.oaws-buch.com/news. Erfahre hier mehr über unseren Partner Scalable Capital - dem Broker mit Flatrate und Zinsen. Alle weiteren Infos gibt's hier: scalable.capital/oaws. Arc'teryx boomt. Amer Sports verdreifacht sich. Pfizer kopiert BioNTech. Bellende Arzneimittelbehörden beißen nicht und Moderna feiert. Ansonsten will Elon Musk bei Tesla bleiben und der Tesla-CFO ist reicher als alle. Vodafone, Diploma & Greggs feiern UK. Nach BYD wird jetzt endlich auch CATL (WKN: A418NB) für deutsche Anleger handelbar. Aber lohnt das? Wynn (WKN: 663244) leidet unter den Wins der ganz großen Zocker. Die Hoffnung bringt ein neues Mega-Casino in den Vereinigten Arabischen Emiraten. Diesen Podcast vom 21.05.2025, 3:00 Uhr stellt dir die Podstars GmbH (Noah Leidinger) zur Verfügung.

News Headlines in Morse Code at 15 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Post Office data breach Hundreds of victims to get compensation Greggs shifts food behind counters to stop shoplifting UK EU deal moves on from Brexit rows, Starmer says Will UK EU deal mean huge boost for economic growth Gary Lineker A sorry end to a BBC career Trump Putin call exposes shifting ground on Ukraine peace talks Russia and Ukraine to immediately start ceasefire talks, says Trump UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer Inquest opens into death of West Midlands fire chief Wayne Brown PC Tasered amputee, 92, in wheelchair, court hears

News Headlines in Morse Code at 20 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv PC Tasered amputee, 92, in wheelchair, court hears Post Office data breach Hundreds of victims to get compensation Russia and Ukraine to immediately start ceasefire talks, says Trump Inquest opens into death of West Midlands fire chief Wayne Brown Greggs shifts food behind counters to stop shoplifting UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer Will UK EU deal mean huge boost for economic growth UK EU deal moves on from Brexit rows, Starmer says Trump Putin call exposes shifting ground on Ukraine peace talks Gary Lineker A sorry end to a BBC career

News Headlines in Morse Code at 25 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv PC Tasered amputee, 92, in wheelchair, court hears Inquest opens into death of West Midlands fire chief Wayne Brown Post Office data breach Hundreds of victims to get compensation Greggs shifts food behind counters to stop shoplifting Trump Putin call exposes shifting ground on Ukraine peace talks Russia and Ukraine to immediately start ceasefire talks, says Trump Will UK EU deal mean huge boost for economic growth Gary Lineker A sorry end to a BBC career UK EU deal moves on from Brexit rows, Starmer says UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer

News Headlines in Morse Code at 10 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv UK weather forecast more accurate with Met Office supercomputer PC Tasered amputee, 92, in wheelchair, court hears UK EU deal moves on from Brexit rows, Starmer says Post Office data breach Hundreds of victims to get compensation Will UK EU deal mean huge boost for economic growth Gary Lineker A sorry end to a BBC career Trump Putin call exposes shifting ground on Ukraine peace talks Inquest opens into death of West Midlands fire chief Wayne Brown Russia and Ukraine to immediately start ceasefire talks, says Trump Greggs shifts food behind counters to stop shoplifting

How To Win An Election
How To Save A Legacy Party

How To Win An Election

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 42:20


The Labour and Tory leaders are getting plenty of advice on how to see off the threat from Reform UK, the Lib Dems and the Green Party. Should they move to the right, the left, or double down on what they're already doing? And does it have anything to do with Greggs?Send questions, comments and voicenotes to howtowin@thetimes.co.uk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Vox Markets Podcast
2091: Small-cap Investing with Paul Hill and Paul Scott

The Vox Markets Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 73:25


Watch on YouTube In this week's smallcap investing show, UK equity analyst & markets commentator Paul Scott & I discussed our latest thoughts on 24 stock ideas. 00:00 CMA's findings wrt UK drug pricing for pets CVS Group & Pets at Home 07:10 This week' sells (Gemfields) and buys (08:35 Greggs & UK long bonds) 13:35 Genus 18:40 Clarkson & impact of Trump's tariffs 24:05 Victrex 27:00 LBG Media 29:35 MPAC 33:15 Trifast 36:55 Strix 39:00 DRX 43:00 Eleco 47:50 Tracsis 49:35 Corero Network Security 52:20 Focusrite 56:00 Restore 58:55 Cambridge Cognition 61:30 UK house builders - Taylor Wimpey & Persimmon63:00 Aberdeen & Jupiter 65:30 Whitbread 68:45 Carclo Finally, if anyone or any company would like to sponsor this Smallcap Investing series (re naming rights), then please feel free to contact me here or via my email paulhill@pmhcapital.com . Published by Vox Markets

Unhedged
Bad shipping news

Unhedged

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 21:52


Air and sea freight bookings for international cargo are plunging. As the reality of empty shelves starts to hit consumers, will Donald Trump blink? Today on the show, Katie Martin and Rob Armstrong try to figure out how long the US president can hold out, and wonder, if he does blink, how long it might take to get trade going again. Also they go long Greggs bakery chain and short the AAII Investor Sentiment Survey.For a free 30-day trial to the Unhedged newsletter go to: https://www.ft.com/unhedgedoffer.You can email Robert Armstrong and Katie Martin at unhedged@ft.com.Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BRave Business and The Tax Factor
The Tax Factor – Episode 80 - TV Stars, Tax Scams & T-Rex Relief

BRave Business and The Tax Factor

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 11:57


This week on The Tax Factor, Heather and Sarah (celebrate!?) 20 years of HMRC with a look at its latest performance woes, from phone line chaos and missing repayments to the absurdity of pursuing a taxpayer for £600.Also, this week, Holly Willoughby’s agency gets a stern reminder that HMRC doesn’t do celebrity favours, a fake Greggs manager pockets pandemic cash, and a warning about getting caught in VAT carousel fraud. Plus: £150m in tax relief for Jurassic World and Ofgem’s bright idea that richer people should pay more for electricity. What next - tea bags? Loo roll? Audio to download: https://assethub.azets.com/transfer/9866882ddd7ebbd54cb5641bd3a6de08a00caaf357af0b13135469cc883aac68See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Star Podcast
Episode 316 – Ripe Seafood

Two Star Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 76:34


In which our heroes talk about meal deals. Graham has some ripe prawns, Chris finds some more hate pebbles, Adam goes to Greggs and Dan contributes in other ways.

Backpack Podcast
Show #142: DEI: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly with Kathy Greggs

Backpack Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 88:54


Welcome back to another episode of the Carolina Cabinet, where we dive into the heart of conservative talk in Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and beyond. I'm your host, Peter Pappas, and I'm joined today by my fantastic co-hosts, J. Antoine Miner and Carrie Jackson. We're excited to welcome our special guest, Kathy Greggs, to the discussion this episode. Kathy brings a wealth of knowledge, and we're tackling topics that matter to our community.Today, we'll unpack the latest happenings, from the spirited protest at the Market House to the buzz around city council elections. We'll touch on the national observance of National Crime Week, highlighting the importance of awareness and support for victims and survivors. Plus, we'll discuss the upcoming pilot program addressing military sexual assault cases and how new accountability measures are shaping workplaces.Grab your coffee, get comfortable, and join us for the smartest hour of talk radio on Carolina Cabinet. Don't forget to follow us on social media and visit thecarolinacabinet.com  for links to all our shows. Let's dive right in!

Star Wars Sessions
FULL CAST Andor S2 Interviews ft. DIEGO LUNA, TONY GILROY, and more // #289

Star Wars Sessions

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2025 50:26


THIS WEEK, *takes deep breath* Matt Hudson and Luke Bligh interview, DIEGO LUNA (Cassian Andor), TONY GILROY (Tony Gilroy, obvs), DENISE GOUGH (Dedra Meero), BEN MENDELSOHN (Director Krennic), GENEVIEVE O'REILLY (Mon Mothma), STELLAN SKARSGÅRD (Luthen Rael), FAYE MARSAY (Vel Sartha), and ADRIA ARJONA (Bix Caleen) LIVE from a central London special screening event of Andor Season 2. Yes, this really happened. Yes, hugs were shared and Greggs-related questions were asked. Also in the episode, we play a snippet from our brief appearance on LBC Radio discussing the ORIGINAL Star Wars cut re-release at the British Film Institute this coming June. We end the show with a 30-second sneak-peak of BLUES HARVEST's upcoming single "One Way Out" - out on all digital platforms on Wednesday 16th April 2025.For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Don't forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share! You can find us on Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, X, TikTok, Facebook, so drop us a follow! // Send your voice messages and comments to hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support.MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Razor's Edge
The Razor's Edge : Interview with Jørn of Bokassa

The Razor's Edge

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 22:04


Bokassa head back to the UK next week and ahead of their tour we catch up with frontman Jørn Kaarstad.We discuss how a combination of Greggs and Party Rings will power them through the tour, their latest album, the new line up and he hints at a huge tour announcement coming in the next few weeks.=====================Follow The Razor's Edge online:Web: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://therazorsedge.rocks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/therazorsedgerocks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/_therazorsedge_⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therazorsedgerocks

Playing FTSE
Q1: Review - How Did We Do?

Playing FTSE

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 65:24


► Get a free share!This show is sponsored by Trading 212! To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR / GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 through this link https://www.trading212.com/Jdsfj/FTSE. Terms apply.When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested.Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.► Get 15% OFF Finchat.io:Huge thanks to our sponsor, FinChat.io, the best investing toolkit we've discovered! Get 15% off your subscription with code below and unlock powerful tools to analyze stocks, discover hidden gems, and build income streams. Check them out at FinChat.io!https://finchat.io/playingftse/?lmref=iQl2VQ► Episode Notes:Who's picked the wrong week to go on holiday from a podcasting perspective? Find out in this week's PlayingFTSE Show!This show was recorded on March 30th. Fortunately, not much happened in the last week or so…It's time to look back at what we've bought over the last three months and how our portfolios have fared. Steve D's up first.There are some obvious discounts in some of the REITs Steve owns and Amazon is looking like it's come down a lot. So is the plan to go buying on the latest dip?Steve W has been diving into AIM stocks in the last three months. So far, that hasn't been a success, but it's still early days for those particular investments.New positions in Celebrus and Tristel stand out alongside some other less imaginative investments. But what's the plan for the next three months?Steve D has been busy on the selling side as well. Pfizer and Diageo have gone entirely and Progyny and Disney have been reduced after some well-timed buys.It's surprising how much some big and well-established firms have been struggling lately. But Rightmove has also made its way out of Steve D's portfolio for a different reason.Unimaginatively, Steve W has made three sales in the last three months. One was Citigroup (which looks brilliant) and another was Dowlais, which looks… ok.The other one was Primary Health Properties and that looks like a mistake. The stock is about where it was when Steve sold it, but he's made a bit of a mess of his calculations… Around three months ago, we started a portfolio of UK stocks and a portfolio of European shares. And the European investments have made a decent start. There have been some outstanding performances, especially from the likes of Carl Zeiss Meditec. But which of the Steves has been contributing more?With the UK shares portfolio, there's a familiar theme. Barclays, NatWest, and Admiral lead the way after a strong first quarter for financials stocks. Bringing up the rear is Greggs – obviously – which has had a terrible 2025 to date. But what else has been faltering along with the FTSE 100 food chain?Only on this week's PlayingFTSE Podcast! ► Support the show:Appreciate the show and want to offer your support? You could always buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/playingftseThere are many ways to help support the show, liking, commenting and sharing our episodes with friends! You can also check out our clothing merch store: https://playingftse.teemill.com/We get a small cut of anything you buy which will be reinvested back into the show...► Timestamps:0:00 INTRO & OUR WEEKS5:03 STEVE D BUYS21:30 STEVE W BUYS34:00 STEVE D SELLS44:00 STEVE W SELLS56:10 EUROBOX & BRITBOX UPDATES► Show Notes:What's been going on in the financial world and why should anyone care? Find out as we dive into the latest news and try to figure out what any of it means. We talk about stocks, markets, politics, and loads of other things in a way that's accessible, light-hearted and (we hope) entertaining. For the people who know nothing, by the people who know even less. Enjoy► Disclaimer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

Driven by Data: The Podcast
S5 | Ep 18 | The Learnings of Being a CDO on the Board of a PLC with Rob Kent, Data & AI Leader at Greggs

Driven by Data: The Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 45:09


In Episode 18, of Season 5 of Driven by Data: The Podcast, Kyle Winterbottom is joined by Rob Kent, Data & AI Leader at Greggs, where they discuss the learnings from reporting to a CEO and being on the board of a UK Plc, which includes;Starting a career in IT over 30 years ago.Building D&A functions from scratch on multiple occasions.How the common thread has been executive sponsorship at the highest level.Anchoring data strategies to business strategies.Being part of a small group of CDOs that have reported to a CEO.Sitting on the board of a UK PLC that publicly declared data as core to its strategy.The business drivers that allowed data to have a seat at a board table.The learnings and experience of reporting to a CEO.Growing an appreciation of competing with priorities of other functions.The importance of empathy when sitting on the board.Balancing wearing a corporate hat and a data hat.Still needing to justify the existence of the data analytics function.A simple three-tier model to calculate value-creation.Accepting that there is a cost of doing business.Delivering tangible benefit in a cost-effective way without a large budget.Whether reporting lines and titles actually matter.The things that the CEO will be thinking about and asking.The things that can influence the position of the data executive in an organisation.The two key questions to ask your CEO that dictate proximity to them.Why CDOs have the power to choose which organisation is right for them.Why the data industry should be pushing on open doors.Why there is often a gap in expectations.The contributing factors to being seen as a cost centre.Why attributing value is easier for B2C businesses than B2B businesses.Why you're doing something wrong if you can't attribute value to data initiatives.Why translation will take you further than most other things.Why business people don't care about our data analytics world.The material differences between having a seat at the table versus being a layer removed.Why any decision is made based on facts, fear, or faith.Where the future of data analytics teams lies.Why we're not being picked on and other functions have it worse than us.Thanks to our sponsor, Data Literacy Academy.Data Literacy Academy is leading the way in transforming enterprise workforces with data literacy across the organisation, through a combination of change management and education. In today's data-centric world, being data literate is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity.If you want successful data product adoption, and to keep driving innovation within your business, you need to start with data literacy first.At Data Literacy Academy, we don't just teach data skills. We empower individuals and teams to think critically, analyse effectively, and make decisions confidently based on data. We're bridging the gap between business and data teams, so they can all work towards aligned outcomes.From those taking their first steps in data literacy to seasoned experts looking to fine-tune their skills, our data experts provide tailored classes for every stage. But it's not just learning tracks that we offer. We embed a deep data culture shift through a transformative change management programme.We take a people-first approach, working closely with your executive team to win the hearts and minds. We know this will drive the company-wide impact that data teams want to achieve.Get in touch and find out how you can unlock the full potential of data in your organisation. Learn more at

Business Leader
Bonus content: Greggs on the high street

Business Leader

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 10:11


What does Greggs look for in a shop location? What is the state of UK high streets? With more than 2,600 shops in the UK, Greggs is ideally placed to answer these questions. In a bonus episode that follows-up our main podcast interview with Roisin Currie, Graham Ruddick speaks to the Greggs chief executive about shops and high streets... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Business Leader
The glory of Greggs with Roisin Currie

Business Leader

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 38:16


What is the secret behind the success of Greggs? How has this Newcastle-based bakery chain grown into a business with more than 2,500 shops and celebrity fans all over the world? Graham Ruddick travels to Greggs HQ in Newcastle to speak to chief executive Roisin Currie and find the answers... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Playing FTSE
Tech, Bags & Sandwich Coolers

Playing FTSE

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 70:10


► Get a free share!This show is sponsored by Trading 212! To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR / GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 through this link https://www.trading212.com/Jdsfj/FTSE. Terms apply.When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested.Past performance doesn't guarantee future results.► Get 15% OFF Finchat.io:Huge thanks to our sponsor, FinChat.io, the best investing toolkit we've discovered! Get 15% off your subscription with code below and unlock powerful tools to analyze stocks, discover hidden gems, and build income streams. Check them out at FinChat.io!https://finchat.io/playingftse/?lmref=iQl2VQ► Episode Notes:What website is Steve W about to go on? Find out on this week's PlayingFTSE Show!It's been a tough week in the stock market, especially in the US. And neither Steve D nor Steve W has been having a good time of things. Crowdstrike shares have been falling recently. Could this be the result of last year's outage coming back around to haunt the company?The stock roughly back where it was before the big drop and Steve D has been taking a look. There's still a very good business with some strong customer retention here…FTSE 100 distribution company Bunzl has been catching Steve W's eye. Revenues for 2024 are down, but this was known about and the share price has fallen on the latest news.There's around 7% of the market cap in free cash to deploy each year. And if it can't be used for growth, it's coming back as dividends and buybacks.MongoDB is a stock the PlayingFTSE Show has been looking at for a while. And it took an almighty hit this week, with shares down over 30%. The reason is a weak outlook for the next three months, but the company has been known to guide low and then work higher before. Steve D has been checking this one out.Despite full year revenues being up 11%, shares in Greggs fell sharply this week. This doesn't seem to make sense, but Steve W thinks he can see what's going on. The latest news is that trading conditions are tough right now. But with the company set to increase its store count by 5% this year, could it be a bargain at today's prices?Transmedics has been the subject of a short report recently and the stock is down further after its results for the last year. But the business is well ahead of the competition.Steve D has been on this one for a while and is impressed by the company's response to the allegations from Scorpion Capital. So could this be his moment to buy?► Support the show:Appreciate the show and want to offer your support? You could always buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/playingftse(All proceeds reinvested into the show and not to coffee!)There are many ways to help support the show, liking, commenting and sharing our episodes with friends! You can also check out our clothing merch store: https://playingftse.teemill.com/We get a small cut of anything you buy which will be reinvested back into the show...► Timestamps:0:00 INTRO & OUR WEEKS4:20 CROWDSTRIKE16:42 BUNZL27:26 MONGODB43:36 GREGGS57:27 TRANSMEDICS► Show Notes:What's been going on in the financial world and why should anyone care? Find out as we dive into the latest news and try to figure out what any of it means. We talk about stocks, markets, politics, and loads of other things in a way that's accessible, light-hearted and (we hope) entertaining. For the people who know nothing, by the people who know even less. Enjoy► Wanna get in contact?Got a question for us? Drop it in the comments below or reach out to us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/playingftseshow Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playing_ftse/► Enquiries: Please email - playingftsepodcast@gmail(dot)com► Disclaimer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

AJ Bell Money & Markets
Markets rattled by trade war fears, a deep dive into BAE and what next for Greggs

AJ Bell Money & Markets

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 45:37


On this episode of the AJ Bell money and markets podcast Dan Coatsworth and Danni Hewson assess the impact on markets after Donald Trump brought in 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada. Is a global trade war inevitable and have investors been caught on the hop because of the President's unpredictability or is it a storm set to fizzle out. [02:10]  As the global order shifts European countries are expected to spend more on defence which helped lift the FTSE 100 to a record high earlier in the week, the team from Shares magazine deliver a deep dive into company making gains, BAE Systems. [13:30] Pastry purveyor Greggs was flavour of the month with investors, but growth has slowed significantly, can the company's focus on healthy options and evening grub help it get its mojo back? [22:20) Changes to listing rules are in the offing with the FTSE Russell accepting companies with a Euro or Dollar share price from September so what might that mean for London markets. [28:30] AJ Bell's Head of Public Policy Rachel Vahey joins us to talk about the fast-approaching deadline if you need to top up your qualifying National Insurance contributions [32:36] and the sub 4% mortgage is back with 5 major lenders cutting mortgage deals. [39:20]

News Headlines in Morse Code at 15 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv A23a Worlds biggest iceberg runs aground off remote island What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine Jagtar Singh Johal acquitted in India terror case Greggs sales top 2bn after pizza, wedges and chicken goujons push Americans voters frustrated by Zelensky Trump Oval Office spat Zero hour contract ban to include agency workers in employment bill Dolly Partons husband, Carl Dean, dies aged 82 All smiles in Meghans relentlessly upbeat Netflix TV series Stock markets fall after US tariffs spark trade war fears Autistic woman wrongly locked up in mental health hospital for 45 years

News Headlines in Morse Code at 20 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Autistic woman wrongly locked up in mental health hospital for 45 years A23a Worlds biggest iceberg runs aground off remote island Americans voters frustrated by Zelensky Trump Oval Office spat Zero hour contract ban to include agency workers in employment bill All smiles in Meghans relentlessly upbeat Netflix TV series Dolly Partons husband, Carl Dean, dies aged 82 Greggs sales top 2bn after pizza, wedges and chicken goujons push Stock markets fall after US tariffs spark trade war fears Jagtar Singh Johal acquitted in India terror case What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine

News Headlines in Morse Code at 25 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv All smiles in Meghans relentlessly upbeat Netflix TV series Stock markets fall after US tariffs spark trade war fears Dolly Partons husband, Carl Dean, dies aged 82 A23a Worlds biggest iceberg runs aground off remote island Americans voters frustrated by Zelensky Trump Oval Office spat What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine Greggs sales top 2bn after pizza, wedges and chicken goujons push Zero hour contract ban to include agency workers in employment bill Jagtar Singh Johal acquitted in India terror case Autistic woman wrongly locked up in mental health hospital for 45 years

News Headlines in Morse Code at 10 WPM

Morse code transcription: vvv vvv Americans voters frustrated by Zelensky Trump Oval Office spat Jagtar Singh Johal acquitted in India terror case Zero hour contract ban to include agency workers in employment bill Dolly Partons husband, Carl Dean, dies aged 82 Autistic woman wrongly locked up in mental health hospital for 45 years Stock markets fall after US tariffs spark trade war fears All smiles in Meghans relentlessly upbeat Netflix TV series What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine Greggs sales top 2bn after pizza, wedges and chicken goujons push A23a Worlds biggest iceberg runs aground off remote island

The Luke and Pete Show
The Vomit Vandal

The Luke and Pete Show

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 25:31


Luke encounters a mystery vandal targeting Lime bikes with an unusual weapon—vomit. Was it a protest? A bizarre art installation? Or just someone having a really bad night? The investigation begins.Elsewhere, the lads revisit the ridiculousness of pubs shutting down over noise complaints, Pete gets roasted for his chaotic outfit choices, and they discuss the bizarre social media presence of Gordon Kindness—a man whose life appears to revolve around Greggs, diarrhoea updates, and questionable food choices.Email us at hello@lukeandpeteshow.com or you can get in touch on X, Threads or Instagram if character-restricted messaging takes your fancy.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British Murders Podcast
The Crime Roundup: February 2025

British Murders Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 51:57


In this monthly collaboration series, Adam from the UK True Crime podcast and I take a step back from individual cases to explore a curated selection of gripping crime stories that made headlines in February 2025. From chilling local, national, and international headlines to quirky and more lighthearted stories, this series offers a glimpse into the diverse and often shocking world of true crime.This month's stories include:Lanarkshire dad's jaw shattered while protecting stepson in CarlukeFraudster pretended to work for Greggs to nick thousands from Leeds City CouncilKiller who snatched girl from garden tent makes new bid for freedomWoman dies in shooting at village pub in Kent on Valentine's DayHartlepool convenience store selling bootleg cigarettesPrivate detectives to hand over info on 'new witnesses' to death of Scot in SpainFemale Police Officer Arrested for Shooting and Killing Her Son and His Teen GirlfriendPolish murderer writes a second novel revealing secrets of his crimesKayaker survives being swallowed by humpback whale in ChileJoin us as we dive into these extraordinary stories in the February 2025 edition of The Crime Roundup.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies!Social Media:Facebook | British Murders with Stuart BluesInstagram | @britishmurdersTikTok | @britishmurdersPrivate Facebook Group:British Murders Podcast - Discussion GroupWebsite:britishmurders.comIs there a news article you'd like us to share and discuss? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contactIntro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣davidjohnbrady.comDisclaimer:The cases discussed in this episode are real and represent the worst day in many people's lives. We aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While we strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. Due to the nature of the content, viewer discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

British Murders Podcast
The Crime Roundup: February 2025

British Murders Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 55:27


In this monthly collaboration series, Adam from the UK True Crime podcast and I take a step back from individual cases to explore a curated selection of gripping crime stories that made headlines in February 2025. From chilling local, national, and international headlines to quirky and more lighthearted stories, this series offers a glimpse into the diverse and often shocking world of true crime. This month's stories include: Lanarkshire dad's jaw shattered while protecting stepson in Carluke Fraudster pretended to work for Greggs to nick thousands from Leeds City Council Killer who snatched girl from garden tent makes new bid for freedom Woman dies in shooting at village pub in Kent on Valentine's Day Hartlepool convenience store selling bootleg cigarettes Private detectives to hand over info on 'new witnesses' to death of Scot in Spain Female Police Officer Arrested for Shooting and Killing Her Son and His Teen Girlfriend Polish murderer writes a second novel revealing secrets of his crimes Kayaker survives being swallowed by humpback whale in Chile Join us as we dive into these extraordinary stories in the February 2025 edition of The Crime Roundup. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus episodes and content, exciting giveaways, and welcome goodies! Social Media: Facebook | British Murders with Stuart Blues Instagram | @britishmurders TikTok | @britishmurders Private Facebook Group: British Murders Podcast - Discussion Group Website: britishmurders.com Is there a news article you'd like us to share and discuss? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Disclaimer: The cases discussed in this episode are real and represent the worst day in many people's lives. We aim to cover such stories with a victim-focused approach, using information from publicly available sources. While we strive for accuracy, some details may vary depending on the sources used. Due to the nature of the content, viewer discretion is advised. Thank you for your understanding and support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chuckin' A Sickie
67. Holly Stars

Chuckin' A Sickie

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 44:02


Welcome to Chuckin' A Sickie! A show all about the Perfect Day Off!This week, we will be Chuckin' A Sickie with Holly Stars!We chat all about one song on repeat, Greggs, and so much more!Make sure to follow Holly Stars on the Socials for all upcoming gigs:Instagram: @hollywstarsHolly's new book 'Murder in the Dressing Room' is out now (eBook and audio)!!! The paperback and hard cover are coming out soon!! https://www.penguin.co.uk/authors/302898/holly-starsFollow us on Instagram: @chuckin.a.sickie.podcastMake sure to rate, review and subscribe to our Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AJ Bell Money & Markets
Markets brace for Trump 2:0, FTSE 100 hits new record high, regulators under pressure as the UK goes for growth

AJ Bell Money & Markets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 55:44


On this episode of the AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast, Dan Coatsworth is joined by AJ Bell Investment Director Russ Mould to discuss how markets reacted to Donald Trump's return to the White House [00:02:14]. From halting the TikTok ban to confusion about the President's plans for tariffs, it's already been a wild ride. Dan is joined by Danni Hewson to assess what's behind the FTSE 100's good run. The pair also consider what might happen next for UK interest rates given the latest economic data gives the Bank of England a lot to think about. [00:11:12] Government borrowing costs have shot up again but was that already priced into gilt yields and with pressure mounting on the Chancellor to spell out her plans for growth. [00:13:49] Dan and Danni discuss the role of regulators with a former Amazon boss now heading the CMA and plans from the FCA to relax mortgage lending rules. [00:17:21] Plus, Netflix hikes prices as subscriber numbers soar [00:31:38], why two brokers have very different views on Greggs [00:37:16] and James Flintoft, head of investment solutions at AJ Bell, updates us on asset allocation in AJ Bell funds [00:46:43].

One Stream in Bristol
#267: No Fally, No Cry

One Stream in Bristol

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2025 65:27


Pete, Harry and Dave discuss another poor away display at Coventry. Greggs, safest away grounds, Manning's pressers, Fally, and the January window are also key topics of conversation.

Playing FTSE
Greggs, Gilts & Groceries!

Playing FTSE

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 61:46


► Get a free share! This show is sponsored by Trading 212! To get free fractional shares worth up to 100 EUR / GBP, you can open an account with Trading 212 through this link https://www.trading212.com/Jdsfj/FTSE. Terms apply. When investing, your capital is at risk and you may get back less than invested. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. ► Get 15% OFF Finchat.io: Huge thanks to our sponsor, FinChat.io, the best investing toolkit we've discovered! Get 15% off your subscription with code below and unlock powerful tools to analyze stocks, discover hidden gems, and build income streams. Check them out at FinChat.io! https://finchat.io/playingftse/?lmref=iQl2VQ ► Episode Notes: What does a soup made of Irn Bru and gammon taste like? Find out on this week's PlayingFTSE Show! It's been a very mixed week in the stock market this week, with the FTSE 100 up but the S&P 500 down. But has which Steve has managed to stay ahead of both of them? The UK government has announced an investigation into the LISA to kick off 2025. But it's not yet clear what's going to change – the withdrawal costs, the house limit, or everything. Steve W has a LISA, Steve D does not. But what's the point of them when there are SIPP opportunities for UK investors with cash to invest for the long term?  Greggs has reported earnings this week and Steve W is confused. He didn't see this as a strong quarter with like-for-like sales weak from a company that's supposed to be resilient.  Everyone else seems to think otherwise, though. But they don't seem to be willing to buy the stock at the moment – so maybe it wasn't such a good report after all.  Christmas is now in the books and it's time to look at who did what on the retail front. Steve D's been looking at Tesco, Aldi, and Asda to see where people have been shopping.  The truth is, it's not really Asda. But Tesco looks like it continues to go from strength to strength, defending its market position well against the discounters.  B&M is another stock that fell sharply this week. But with a £151m special dividend and revenues continuing to grow, does a declining share price make any sense at all? Steve W thinks it does. A dividend cut and declining store performance doesn't paint a good picture, but the stock might be worth a look after losing another 11% of its market value. Who wants to buy bonds? Quite a few people, actually, but not enough to stop UK borrowing costs hitting their highest levels in over two decades.  Investors might be tempted to take a look at a very low-risk investment. But Steve and Steve are more interested in the implications for UK stocks… Only on this week's PlayingFTSE Podcast! ► Support the show: Appreciate the show and want to offer your support? You could always buy us a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/playingftse (All proceeds reinvested into the show and not to coffee!) There are many ways to help support the show, liking, commenting and sharing our episodes with friends! You can also check out our clothing merch store: https://playingftse.teemill.com/ We get a small cut of anything you buy which will be reinvested back into the show... ► Timestamps: 0:00 INTRO & OUR WEEKS 6:50 LISA BEING REVIEWED 13:41 GREGGS 20:07 WHO WON XMAS 33:27 B&M EUROPEAN VALUE 44:52 GILTS - THE ACTUAL STORY ► Show Notes: What's been going on in the financial world and why should anyone care? Find out as we dive into the latest news and try to figure out what any of it means. We talk about stocks, markets, politics, and loads of other things in a way that's accessible, light-hearted and (we hope) entertaining. For the people who know nothing, by the people who know even less. Enjoy ► Wanna get in contact? Got a question for us? Drop it in the comments below or reach out to us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/playingftseshow Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playing_ftse/ ► Enquiries: Please email - playingftsepodcast@gmail(dot)com ► Disclaimer: This information is for entertainment purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.

Dividend Talk
EP #229 | Our take on the best Dividend ETFs for European Investors? | & our Thoughts on Greggs Plc

Dividend Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 59:20


In this episode of Dividend Talk, we dive into the world of dividend-focused ETFs available to European investors. In the News of the Week, we explore the recent sharp decline in Greggs' share price following its trading update, despite record sales. Is this an opportunity to buy, or should investors look elsewhere? The Listener Questions segment tackles a range of intriguing topics: How to prioritise investments when building a dividend portfolio. Why many REITs show negative ROIC vs WACC differences. Expectations for organic growth in diversified dividend portfolios. A thought experiment involving a €50,000 inheritance and turnaround companies. Finally, we wrap up with stock-specific discussions, including Schneider Electric, PepsiCo, and Eaton, while addressing questions on private equity, T. Rowe Price, and Sonoco Products.

AJ Bell Money & Markets
The big investment trust vote, UK retail's tough outlook and the future of Lifetime ISAs

AJ Bell Money & Markets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 53:59


On this week's AJ Bell Money & Markets podcast, we dive into a story about seven investment trusts under attack from an activist investor. The big retail companies have started to report on Christmas trading and not everyone is smiling about the outlook. You can also hear about the changing cost of keeping the lights on at home and why the Lifetime ISA is under review. There's been a sell-off in UK government bonds and the pound, causing jitters on the market at the start of the new year. Dan Coatsworth explains what's going on. [00:02:06] Hedge fund Saba Capital has got its sights on the UK investment trust sector and wants to get behind the driving seat of seven names including Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust and Herald Investment Trust. Dan takes a closer look and chats about why it's so important for investors to vote on the proposals and what could happen next. [00:05:14] Sue Inglis, an independent non-executive director from Baillie Gifford US Growth Trust, is on the podcast to share her experiences of being on the receiving end of an activist investor attack, and her thoughts on Saba's proposals. [00:11:25] Gas and electricity bills went up again on 1 January, when the latest energy price cap took effect. Charlene Young considers the impact to UK households and what they can do about it. [00:19:08] Following a miserable final quarter for UK retail, we've now got a host of shopkeepers updating on trading and giving guidance for the year ahead. Tom Sieber looks at what Tesco, Marks & Spencer, Greggs and Next are saying, and what to expect from retailers in 2025. [00:23:09] Charlene considers the reasons why the Government has announced a review of the Lifetime ISA and what might happen next. [00:35:29] Finally, Danni Hewson chats to Dominic Weller, fund manager of the Octopus UK Future Generations Fund, about whether investing for change can also come with chunky returns now that interest rates are slowly on their way down. [00:40:17]

Ransquawk Rundown, Daily Podcast
Europe Market Open: APAC Stocks mostly subdued amid mixed Caixin PMI, German CPI ahead

Ransquawk Rundown, Daily Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 3:59


APAC stocks traded mostly subdued following the lack of macro catalysts over the weekend and as participants digested the mixed signals from Chinese Caixin PMI data, while Japanese markets underperformed in their first trading session of 2025.Hang Seng and Shanghai Comp were choppy following the somewhat mixed PMI data in which Chinese Caixin Services PMI data beat expectations, but the Caixin Composite PMI figure slowed.US Republican Mike Johnson was re-elected as House Speaker on Friday. Elsewhere, Canadian PM Trudeau is likely to resign prior to the national caucus meeting on Wednesday, according to Canadian press.The percentage of UK businesses planning to raise prices in the coming three months rose to about 55% from 39% as tax increases and higher wage costs caused confidence to slump, according to a survey of 5,000 businesses by the British Chambers of Commerce via FT.European equity futures indicate a mildly higher cash open with Eurostoxx 50 futures up 0.6% after the cash market closed with losses of 0.9% on Friday.Looking ahead, highlights include EZ Sentix Index, German Prelim. CPI, EZ/UK/US Services & Composite PMI (Final), Factory Orders, Comments from Fed's Daly, Supply from US, Earnings from Greggs.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Newcastle United Podcast
Beating Villa, Jason Tindall, Man Utd's struggles and Greggs!

Newcastle United Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 77:51


Raul is joined by Andy Kerr to unpack the win over Aston Villa and Jason Tindall's eventful week, including that red card and his iconic Wham jumper. They also dive into Man United's current struggles, Tonali's impact, and Howe's position at the helm. Plus, they share their love for the North East—Greggs very much included!

Ghost Huns
EP109: CHRISTMAS SPESHY PART ONE! 

Ghost Huns

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 56:28


The huns are feeling VERY FESTIVE - we have two music boxes and arrive into the studio with a bottle of archers and a chaos attitude. We are wearing fluffy bollock hats, Hannah got punched by a Greggs, Big S saw an owl and generally there's all sorts of christmas goss flying around.  The FIRST PART of this eppy contains an Olde Worldy cosy Christmas ghost story narrated by Big Suze:'In The Tube' by E.F Benson Expect chills and big words in this classic christmas ghost story about an unsettling experience on the London Underground... So grab a mulled wine or a tea, grab a duvet, get snuggly and bed in for some gorgina xmas spooks. We wish you a merry Christmas Eve huns, we love you all so much! Part TWO is out on Christmas Day!!!!! xoxo JOIN OUR PATREON! EXTRA bonus episodes AND a monthly ghost hunt for just £4.50! Or £6 for AD-FREE EPS and weekly AGONY HUNS! We'll solve your problems huns! Sign up here:www.patreon.com/GhostHuns

Northern News
Look what the Reindeers Have Done (with guest correspondent Andy Zaltzman)

Northern News

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 53:32


Comedians Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith, two Northerners living in London find the weirdest news stories from up north.Headlines this week include the unusual casting of Nigella Lawson in the Greggs festive advert, and the residents of Goole are disappointed by the town Christmas tree (again).Featuring guest correspondent, Andy Zaltzman.Catch Andy on tour with his new show The Zaltgeist from January 2025. For tickets and information head to www.andyzaltzman.co.uk.Want Extra! Extra! content? Join our Patreon or weekly bonus content.Got a juicy story from t'North? Email it to northernnewspod@gmail.com.Follow Northern News on Twitter @NorthernNewsPod and Instagram @NorthernNewsPodcastAnd follow Andy on Twitter @ZaltzCricket and The Bugle's Instagram @buglepodcastRecorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.Artwork by Welcome Studio.Photography by Jonathan Birch. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Review It Yourself
The Final Destination (2009) with Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast'

Review It Yourself

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 69:27


Review It Yourself's first ever guest returns! Ryan Walker from 'The Walk The Line Podcast' joins Sean and Sarah to discuss the fourth (and planned last) film:The Final Destination (2009). Will Ryan and Sarah remain unimpressed by Sean's choice of film?Check Out Ryan's website here: https://www.thewalkthelinepodcast.com/Discussion Points:-Ryan is practising for Loose Women or This Morning, after his BBC Radio Essex Interview.-Sarah was unimpressed by this film.-The way the film jettisons everything that Sarah loved, plot, characters etc.-The lack of importance for the women's names.-Ryan loved the tyre death.-CGI ruins the party, again.-Treat yourself to the deleted scenes.-The really poor script.-The 'Death By Caffeine' Coffee Shop rubbish coffee puns.-This film is so good that Ryan, Sean and Sarah start discussing Commando (1985): "90 minutes of pure adrenaline"-Ryan Walker.-Ryan is annoyed at the CGI dust.-We do not endorse spreading hate, we were laughing at the idiotic guy-just in case you missed the sarcasm, nuance and humour. -Sean is outraged that the main character doesn't get his face spattered with blood.Raised Questions:-What's with Sean's saucy introduction?-Did you know there were 5 Final Destination films?-Did the film go totally go off the rails with this one?-What is with the acting?-Are we supposed to die?-How strong was that fence?-Did death save the best for 3-D?-Why is Sean against the C-word?-Why did they use George's backstory like that?-Why are the visions so rubbish?-Why does no-one emotionally react to any of the deaths in this film?-Why don't they go for a cheeky Greggs?-Would a Final Destination spoof, similar to Scream (1996) work?Thanks for Listening!Find us here: X: @YourselfReviewInstagram: reviewityourselfpodcast2021YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ReviewItYourself⁠ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Northern News
Greggs Champagne Bar (with guest correspondent Poppy Hillstead)

Northern News

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 48:02


A comedy podcast hosted by Amy Gledhill and Ian Smith, two Northerners living in London who find the funniest news stories from up north.Headlines this week include a man from Goole who's chopped down a protected tree, and the newly opened Greggs champagne bar in Newcastle.Featuring guest correspondent, comedian Poppy Hillstead.Listen to Poppy's podcast Brainwash Me on your favourite podcast app.Want Extra! Extra! content? Join our Patreon or Apple Subscription for weekly bonus content.Got a juicy story from t'North? Email it to northernnewspod@gmail.com.Follow Northern News on Twitter @NorthernNewsPod and Instagram @NorthernNewsPodcastAnd follow Poppy on Instagram @poppyhillsteadRecorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.Artwork by Welcome Studio.Photography by Jonathan Birch. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When Saturday Comes
E110 - The Prison Service derby, Bernd Schuster's strops & guest Phil Ball

When Saturday Comes

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2024 61:11


Feasting on biscuits from the Greggs of Seville, magazine editor Andy Lyons, writer Harry Pearson and host Daniel Gray discuss Strops and Flounces from the Blond Angel to Jesper Blomqvist's Moyes rebuke. Magazine Deputy Editor Ffion Thomas previews WSC issue 447, Record Breakers brings us a Kenyan classic and we continue our sprightly feature The Final Third, in which a guest contributes a match, a player and an object to the WSC Museum of Football. Joining Dan as our visiting curator this time is Phil Ball, football writer and author of Morbo: The Story of Spanish Football.Support the showWould you like to hear twice as many podcasts and longer editions of these ones, and support our print magazine? You would? Then join the WSC Supporters' Club! Sign up here: www.patreon.com/whensaturdaycomes

The Audio Long Read
10 years of the long read: How the sandwich consumed Britain (2017)

The Audio Long Read

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 43:11


As the Long Read turns 10 we are raiding the archives to bring you a favourite piece from each year since 2014, with new introductions from the authors. This week from 2017: The world-beating British sandwich industry is worth £8bn a year. It transformed the way we eat lunch, then did the same for breakfast – and now it's coming for dinner. By Sam Knight. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/longreadpod

The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast
Tim Minchin, Lucy Beaumont, Tim Lovejoy and Jason Byrne #460

The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2024 87:00


Fancy a plum? Chris tried his first one this week, and now he's a big fan of big plums. Hey friend, we've made it to September and your favourite podcast is back and better than ever. Welcome to The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X Podcast - we've hit the big 460! Still recovering from the most stressful ticket drop of all time, Chris and the team kicked off the week chatting to viral sensation and mega Oasis fan, Liv - aka ‘Liv Forever'. Living next to Heaton Park, Liv has offered gig-goers to stay in her garden as long as they can secure her and her mates a ticket. This week was jam-packed with guests. Firstly, comedian Lucy Beaumont chatted about the third leg of her ‘Trouble' tour and the lack of moles and Greggs in Ireland. Next, we had two Tims on the bill: Tim Minchin hatched a plan for a new musical about cows, and Tim Lovejoy talked all-things Soccer AM upon the drop of his new podcast, Soccer A-Z. Next, the brilliant comedian Jason Byrne swung by, covering crosswords, dodgy DIY and his new show, ‘No Show'. Finally, we had more guesses on The £25k Box. Here's a tip: listen to the show. Got it Martin?!Go on then, listen listen listen! You'll also hear…An appearance from McWobinson: James' favourite Saturday Show featureA story about Toby Tarrant's steamy sauna with Johnny VaughanA brand new viral singerEnjoy! The Chris Moyles Show on Radio XWeekdays 6:30am-10am

The Luke and Pete Show
Banana spider graveyard

The Luke and Pete Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2024 32:23


Pete eyes a new job as a CNBC reporter as he dives into the bizarre story of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bear carcass incident… Meanwhile Luke confesses he's never bought anything from Greggs - ever!Plus, a listener's email fuels Luke's obsession with banana spiders even more!Email: hello@lukeandpeteshow.com or you can get in touch on Twitter or Instagram.***Please take the time to rate and review us on Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your pods. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.