Podcast appearances and mentions of julie anna needham

For almost 10 years, the Help to Buy scheme proved incredibly successful in helping over a quarter of a million borrowers across the UK to buy a home. But, with this scheme now having ended in England and Scotland, this leads to the question of what – if anything – can replace it. In the latest episode of Barclays Mortgage Insider podcast, host Phil Spencer is joined by Mobeen Akram, New Homes Director at the Mortgage Advice Bureau and Mitch Atkins, director at Michael Usher Mortgage Services as they delve into the history of Help to Buy, why it worked, why it ended, alternative buying schemes and the challenges facing young house buyers. The conversation also highlights some of the government-backed and private schemes currently available to help first-time buyers, including Lifetime ISA's, the First Homes Scheme and shared ownership. It also touches on individual mortgage products such as Joint Borrower Sole Proprietor, the increasingly prominent role being played by the Bank of Mum and Dad, intergenerational lending and the Barclays Springboard mortgage. So, what might replace Help to Buy in the future? This episode was recorded on 24th October 2023 prior to the Autumn Statement and the latest Bank of England base rate decision. Mortgage Insider is a Fresh Air Production for Barclays created by Julie-Anna Needham and Annie Day with Helen Carter and Sophie Devonport from Barclays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The mortgage market is currently experiencing growing demand for long-term mortgages – otherwise known as marathon mortgages - with some lenders even offering up to 40-year terms to help attract more young buyers onto the property ladder. So, will marathon mortgages be THE 2024 trend for first-time buyers? Or, with mortgage rates falling, is it simply a passing phase? To answer these questions and more, James Tucker, CEO at Twenty7Tec and Lewis Shaw, owner of Shaw Financial Services join host and property expert Phil Spencer in the latest instalment of Barclays Mortgage Insider Podcast - now brought to you on a monthly basis. This discussion delves into attitudes towards longer-term mortgages from within the UK and overseas, lending approaches from a risk perspective, the ability for such a product to prop up the housing market and how vital it is for borrowers to fully understand the potential implications. It also examines the impact of age, occupation and conditions best suited to working beyond potential retirement age. And focuses on how crucial it is for any borrower contemplating such a product to seek ongoing support from advisers to ensure they are making the right decision for both their present, and future, needs. This episode was recorded on 22nd November 2023. It's a Fresh Air Production for Barclays created by Julie-Anna Needham and Annie Day with Helen Carter from Barclays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK's housing market remains in a state of flux. Interest rates are at their highest level for 15 years, house prices are faltering, and the UK economy is still feeling the lingering aftermath of last year's mini-budget. On a more positive note, following a period of swap rate turbulence, mortgage rates are slowly but steadily coming down, inflation is falling and we continue to see a very different regional picture, especially in and around the London housing market. This all leads to ongoing uncertainty. So, to help lift the lid on the UK housing melting pot, the latest instalment of Barclays award-winning Mortgage Insider Podcast sees Tom Bill, head of UK residential research at Knight Frank join host and property expert Phil Spencer to evaluate some of the most prominent influencing factors. The episode focusses on topics such as ongoing affordability issues, transaction volumes, the performance of the buy-to-let sector, new build and the impact of a changing political landscape.  The discussion also tackles the complex world of mortgage swap rates to determine why they are so important to the housing market, how brokers can better support their clients over the coming weeks and what they should be keeping an eye on going forward. Meaning there is plenty to digest and dissect. This episode was recorded on 24th October 2023.  It's a Fresh Air Production for Barclays created by Julie-Anna Needham and Annie Day with Helen Carter from Barclays. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The UK economy continues to dominate conversations across the country in the wake of the transition to a higher interest rate environment, rising cost of living pressures, an increased focus on unemployment figures and shifts in the labour market. In a bid to unpick the current economic position and help us understand what it all means for the intermediary mortgage market, the latest season of Barclays award-winning Mortgage Insider Podcast kicks off with host and property expert Phil Spencer being joined by regular guest and Chief Investment Officer, Barclays Private Bank & Wealth Management, Will Hobbs. In his own unique style, Will highlights the importance attached to positive real wage growth, how historic interest rate conditions relate to the current economic climate and the ongoing performance of European and US markets. He also tackles the question of whether interest rates have peaked and outlines why he remains so optimistic about UK economic conditions. This in-depth discussion offers some exclusive insights and indicators into what mortgage brokers should, and shouldn't, be paying attention to and how to avoid the doom narrative around the UK economy. This episode was recorded on 24th October 2023.   It's a Fresh Air Production for Barclays created by Julie-Anna Needham and Annie Day with Helen Carter from Barclays.  References Jeremy Hunt said the UK's financial situation is definitely worse than in spring, in an interview with Sky News. Latest ONS data on owner-occupied houses with mortgages available here. Excess savings are clustered in the top 40% of households, according to this speech by economist Gerjan Vlieghe based on data from NMG Consulting and Bank of England calculations. Latest ONS data on household savings available here. Eight Centuries of global real interest rates by Paul Schmelzing available to read here. Information on average base rates available here using data from the Bank of England. Information on business confidence in the UK available here. Institute for Fiscal Studies predicts a moderate recession in 2024 here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, we're looking at how the use of artificial intelligence (AI) has exploded with the proliferation of ChatGPT and other tools. We discuss how the technology is factoring into all aspects of dealmaking and explain how the right strategy can help the sell-side achieve an “AI premium.” Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Gustav Hoejmark-Jensen, a senior reporter for Mergermarket covering software and technology for the Nordic and DACH regions. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, download the SS&C Intralinks Deal Flow Predictor for Q4 2023 to see our data-driven prediction on where M&A will go globally and regionally in the next six months: https://www.intralinks.com/deal-flow-predictor

Whilst we're big fans of audio-only here at Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps, there's no escaping that video is one of the most effective ways to build an audience. So here are three easy steps for including video as part of your podcast from the very beginning. Use short videos to help promote your podcast. Nothing fancy, just you telling people what's in the latest episode. You can upload to all the social media platforms that use video (Instagram Reels/Stories, TikTok, Pinterest & YouTube Shorts). Get your audio-only podcast on YouTube. Using Headliner, Wavve or Canva you can convert your audio file into a video (combining the audio with your podcast artwork and/or a template). See below for our own example. Record using a video platform such as Riverside. Links: Our podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JulieAnnaPodcasts Headliner: https://www.headliner.app/ Wavve: https://wavve.co/ Canva: https://www.canva.com/ Riverside: https://riverside.fm/homepage ***If you want a supportive and encouraging way to start your podcast BOOK NOW for our next course 'Step by Step to Podcast Launch' it starts on 24th January. https://www.decibelpodcasts.com/store The course will consist of one live workshop each Tuesday at 10 am on Zoom and a drop-in Q&A session on Fridays at 12 pm where we'll take turns to answer your questions. All sessions will be recorded. You'll also get access to recorded bite-sized audio and video recordings plus downloadable schedules for planning and marketing your show. But the main thing you'll get is access to is us! We have decades of experience in podcasting, radio and journalism. Suzi Dale (co-founder of Story Publishing, producer of Helen Perry's #Justbloodypostit podcast) and Julie-Anna Needham (founder of Decibel Podcasts, presenter of Dealcast: the M&A Podcast) are highly experienced (and award-winning!) podcast producers and journalists who met whilst working for Radio 1's Newsbeat. ***

In this week's episode, host Julie-Anna Needham is joined by SS&C Intralinks Co-Head Bob Petrocchi, who provides an exclusive preview of predicted global and regional M&A activity from the Q1 2023 SS&C Intralinks Deal Flow Predictor. Listen to learn about: Overview of 2022 dealmaking trends Global and regional M&A prediction for Q1 2023 Why Asia Pacific is a market to watch Europe's resilience in the wake of headwinds North America deal trends to look for Latin America's hurdles and opportunities Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, download the Q1 2023 SS&C Intralinks Deal Flow Predictor here.

Once you've chosen somewhere to record (listen to the previous episode 11 to help you choose the best recording spot), then you'll probably need to get it set up to maximise the recording quality. In this episode, Jules explains how to get a room ready for recording by: Covering any hard surfaces which cause echo. You can do this with acoustic paneling or using pillows, blankets, duvets or clothes. Close windows and doors and switch off anything that makes a noise. You can set up your space so you can record standing up. It helps with breathing, energy levels and confidence. Links: Buy acoustic paneling from Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01I9YFKHG/ref=ewc_pr_img_1?smid=A1WU4JBED29LB5&psc=1 Find out more about how to limit echo here: https://www.decibelpodcasts.com/blog/echo-minimalism-is-not-your-friend -- If you want a supportive and encouraging way to start your podcast BOOK NOW for our next course 'Step by Step to Podcast Launch' it starts on 24th January. https://www.decibelpodcasts.com/store and here's an Early Bird Code to get £50 off (UNTIL 10TH JAN) SBSTPL_EARLY The course will consist of one live workshop each Tuesday at 10 am on Zoom and a drop-in Q&A session on Fridays at 12 pm where we'll take turns to answer your questions. All sessions will be recorded. You'll also get access to recorded bite-sized audio and video recordings plus downloadable schedules for planning and marketing your show. But the main thing you'll get is access to is us! We have decades of experience in podcasting, radio and journalism. Suzi Dale (co-founder of Story Publishing, producer of Helen Perry's #Justbloodypostit podcast) and Julie-Anna Needham (founder of Decibel Podcasts, presenter of Dealcast: the M&A Podcast) are highly experienced (and award-winning!) podcast producers and journalists who met whilst working for Radio 1's Newsbeat.

Hey Happy New Year to you! In this episode of Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps I'm sharing how to get the confidence to start YOUR podcast this year. We have helped lots of people to start their own podcasts and one of the things that stands in their way is confidence; in their voice, their opinions and thinking about what other people will think. If this is something you're struggling with BOOK NOW for our next course which starts 24th January- details below. So 3 easy steps to getting the confidence you need to start your podcast: 1. Talk about stuff you know. The things you talk about all the time will feel 'comfortable' we tend to get discomfort and unconfident when we are unsure of what we are sharing or things we need to do loads of research about. 2. If not you now, who and when? We get one life, and if you need a kick up the ass, read some Brene Brown (link below to a brilliant video) Start sharing now, because if you aren't talking about it someone else will. Confidence is a grower. Surround yourself with positivity and supporters. 3 Start simple. Keep it easy, that way you'll want to and be able to keep creating. Too complex and you'll stop (and guess what you're confidence will dent) If you want a supportive and encouraging way to start your podcast BOOK NOW for our next course 'Step by Step to Podcast Launch' it starts on 24th January. https://www.decibelpodcasts.com/store and here's an Early Bird Code to get £50 off (UNTIL 10TH JAN) SBSTPL_EARLY Over six weeks, you'll learn about the following: Understanding your niche Identifying your audience Simple formats and scripts Duration and frequency Choosing a name Equipment for all budgets How to record at home Presenting basics Remote recording Editing basics (and where to find affordable support) Finding royalty-free music Creating simple artwork Hosting platforms and how to create one Uploading your podcast Getting your podcast on Apple, Spotify & Google Marketing your show The course will consist of one live workshop each Tuesday at 10 am on Zoom and a drop-in Q&A session on Fridays at 12 pm where we'll take turns to answer your questions. All sessions will be recorded. You'll also get access to recorded bite-sized audio and video recordings plus downloadable schedules for planning and marketing your show. But the main thing you'll get is access to is us! We have decades of experience in podcasting, radio and journalism. Suzi Dale (co-founder of Story Publishing, producer of Helen Perry's #Justbloodypostit podcast) and Julie-Anna Needham (founder of Decibel Podcasts, presenter of Dealcast: the M&A Podcast) are highly experienced (and award-winning!) podcast producers and journalists who met whilst working for Radio 1's Newsbeat. Resources Brene Brown Brené Brown: Why Your Critics Aren't The Ones Who Count https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-JXOnFOXQk Thanks for listening; find us @storypublishing or @decibelpodcasts *****Our Step by Step to Podcast Launch begins in January, BOOK NOW https://www.decibelpodcasts.com/store and here's a cheeky Early Bird Code to get £50 off SBSTPL_EARLY *****

Welcome to ‘Podcasting in 3 easy steps' with Julie-Anna Needham and Suzi Dale. We've spent years as radio and audio producers, creating award-winning podcasts. Now we want to share what we've learned with you: to help you get your podcast off the ground and out to your audience. In each short episode we'll share three easy steps you can take to create and market an awesome podcast. We'll aim to take the mystery out of the process. If you're someone who's been put off by the tech or the skills involved…then this show is for you. We're passionate about podcasting. It's a powerful way to connect with your clients, build a community, and it helps boost your confidence We'll cover everything from finding a great idea…to the kit you need to get started. We'll explain how to do all it on a budget ….and be honest about when you might some back up. We'll help you write simple scripts and develop a manageable schedule. We'll share what we've learned about marketing your podcast and finding your audience. We'll also share the mistakes we've made and how you can avoid them. We've worked in radio, journalism and podcasting for more years than we care to remember and are experts in sharing stories. So if you're ready to start your own podcast, subscribe to Podcasting in 3 easy steps, so you won't miss a thing. Find us on Instagram: Suzi @story_publishing and Julie-Anna @decibel_podcasts Online: www.storypublishing.co.uk and www.decibelpodcasts.com Our latest course 'Start a podcast: 3 weeks to launch' starts w/c October 3rd find out more here: https://www.decibelpodcasts.com/offers/wsMjFBw5/checkout?coupon_code=3WKS2L_EARLY

In this week's episode, we look at the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) and how the data regulator is impacting Chinese companies looking to list in the U.S. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Lisha Zhou, China managing editor for Mergermarket, Dealreporter and PaRR, and Kimberly Jin, a regulatory reporter for PaRR based in Shanghai. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. In this episode, you'll learn: History and role of the Cyberspace Administration of China Auditing process for Chinese companies looking to list in the U.S. Framework of CAC's review and state of current filings Evolution of CAC as M&A regulator more Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this episode, we explore the outlook for banking M&A in the U.S. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Calvin Trice, financial services reporter for Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. In this episode, you'll learn: 2022 outlook vs. reality How Russia's invasion of Ukraine has disrupted equity markets The impact of rising interest rates on deal activity in the banking sector The size of valuations for banks seeking M&A deals The political appetite for M&A deals Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we're discussing equity capital markets (ECM) activity in the EMEA region and how it has been impacted by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham are ION Analytics' Samuel Kerr, senior ECM editor, and Cristiano Dalla Bona, ECM reporter. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. In this episode, you'll learn about: How Russia's invasion of Ukraine affected the IPO pipeline in EMEA Pockets of opportunities in Saudi Arabia and Dubai How Aramco's IPO helped bring international investment to sectors beyond oil and gas When new listings could hit the volatile market Sectors that are faring better than others Long-term effects of the invasion on ECM Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we're talking about consolidation in the U.S. pet care market. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Dane Hamilton, healthcare editor for Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. In this episode, you'll learn about: The outlook for the pet market and how players in the sector are positioning themselves How M&A reduces administrative costs Private equity's strong interest in the space Recent deals and high multiples for premiere practices Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode of Dealcast, we're looking at equity capital markets (ECM) activity in Asia during the first quarter of 2022. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Perris Lee, ECM editorial and insights editor for Asia at Acuris. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. In this episode, you'll learn about: ECM performance in Q2 2022 Status of SPACs listings in the region An overview of Asia's struggling IPO market What's ahead for the ECM market in Asia

In this week's episode, host Julie-Anna Needham is joined by Marcus Archer, managing partner and head of private equity at Clearwater International, who provides insight into valuation trends in European private equity. Partner and Head of Industrials and Chemicals Michael Loudon and Managing Partner Markus Otto explain how PE-backed industrials and chemicals deals broke records in 2021 and why PE investors are increasingly turning their attention to these two hot sectors this year. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this episode, we're looking at two major corporate trends: U.S.-listed SPACs combining with Asia-based tech companies and private equity-backed take-privates of U.S.-listed Chinese headquartered tech companies. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Marcia Ellis, global chair of the private equity group at Morrison & Foerster. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we're looking at the gaming industry after Microsoft's plan to acquire Activision Blizzard for USD 68.7 billion. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Mark Andress, a senior insights editor at ION Analytics. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we look at the growing alternative meat sector in the Asia Pacific. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Gabriele Rutkauskaite, a Mergermarket reporter based in Sydney. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we're looking at activity in the European TMT sector. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham are Charlie Taylor-Kroll, senior reporter for public markets at Mergermarket and Dealreporter, and Amy-Jo Crowley, head of TMT at Mergermarket and Dealreporter. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we're looking at record levels of M&A deal activity in the United States. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham are Mark Andress, senior insights editor at ION Analytics, and Izaz Ansari, a market analyst at Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Dealmakers, sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter here.

In this week's episode, we're looking at three troubled deals that are going on in Asia that reflect wider trends in the market. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Ed Vinales, public markets editor for Asia, and Anette Jönsson, editor at Dealreporter - Asia Pacific. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related: The Capital Markets Wildcard: CFIUS and National Security Investment Reviews

In this week's episode, we look at the recent surge of deals for hydrogen assets is shaking up this emerging space. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Nate Trela, a reporter for Mergermarket and Dealreporter in Colorado. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related: SS&C Intralinks Energy M&A Report 2021 produced in association with Acuris.

This special episode produced in partnership with Morrison & Foerster examines some of the trends in shareholder activism in recent years. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Dirk Besse, a managing partner for Morrison & Forester in Germany. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. https://www.intralinks.com/insights https://www.intralinks.com/insights/podcast/the-real-deal/ep24-shareholder-activism-picking-europe https://www.intralinks.com/insights/publication/ma-report-2022

This week, we discuss the key findings from SS&C Intralinks' Global M&A Dealmakers Report 2022. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Nick Cheek, editor at Acuris Studios, and Matthew Wells, vice president for product marketing at SS&C Intralinks. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/insights/publication/ma-report-2022

In this week's podcast, we're looking at how the social or the ‘S' part of ESG is playing out in dealmaking for the consumer sector. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Divya Grover, a shareholder activism writer and reporter at Acuris. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/insights/white-paper/embracing-esg-deal-process https://www.intralinks.com/blog/2021/06/esg-here-stay-ma-dealmaking Sign up for our monthly INsights newsletter. https://www.intralinks.com/insights/sign-up

In this episode, we're looking at how Australia's miners are getting in on the act when it comes to battery metals used in electric vehicles. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Christel Thurnell, a financial journalist for Mergermarket based in Sydney. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/insights https://www.intralinks.com/insights/publication/acuris-energy-report-2021

In this week's episode, we're looking at Mexico's record year of investments in the technology sector and the key drivers moving the market. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Dominic Pasteiner, a Mexico correspondent at Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/insights https://www.intralinks.com/blog/2021/09/latin-americas-ma-market-booming

In this week's episode, we're looking at the record number of European IPOs that have taken place this year. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Sofia Cerqueira, ECM editor for EMEA at Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/solutions/initial-public-offerings https://www.intralinks.com/insights/webinar/key-trends-will-shape-ipo-market-emea

This week's episode looks at how Australia is playing catch-up on ESG and how that's impacting M&A dealmaking. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Louise Weihart, a senior journalist for Mergermarket based in Sydney. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/blog/2021/06/esg-here-stay-ma-dealmaking https://www.intralinks.com/insights/white-paper/embracing-esg-deal-process

This week's episode looks at some of the major developments in the Alzheimer's drug space and how it's impacting corporate activity. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Dane Hamilton, healthcare editor for Acuris. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

This week we're finding out how the appetite for digital services is driving Europe deal activity in the technology, media and telecoms (TMT) sector. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham are Amy-Jo Crowley, head of TMT at Mergermarket, and Charlie Taylor-Kroll, senior TMT reporter for Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

This week we are looking at the flurry of Tech IPOs taking place in India. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Darshan Rane, deputy bureau chief India at Mergermarket, and Deepak Kumar, ECM editor for Asia at Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/solutions/initial-public-offerings

To learn how companies can be targeted by different types of investors, host Julie-Anna Needham is joined by Giulia Lasagni, assistant editor for Activistmonitor, and Claudia De Meulemeester a reporter for Activistmonitor. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

In this week's episode, host Julie-Anna Needham is joined by Alan Burdziak, a reporter for Mergermarket, to discuss cannabis companies in the U.S., where the drug is on the verge of federal legalization. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

In this week's episode, we look at the Chinese regulatory landscape in relation to tech deals. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Ed Vinales, public markets editor for Asia, and Lisha Zhou, managing editor for Dealreporter and Parr. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

European private equity activity got off to a record-breaking start in 2021. To learn more about the boom, host Julie-Anna Needham spoke with William Cain, senior analyst for Dealreporter, and Jonathan Klonowski, research editor for Mergermatket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

In this week's episode, we find out more about the electric car revolution and how it's impacting automotive suppliers. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham is Sam Weisberg, deputy editor and industrial senior reporter for Mergermarket. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

In this episode, we look at the M&A outlook and challenges for dairy products in China — specifically the shrinking infant formula market — in part due to a slowing birth rate in the country. Joining Dealcast host Julie-Anna Needham is Ling Yang, Mergermarket's china editor, and Stephanie Hanna, who is DealReporter's deputy editor for Asia Pacific discussing their insights on the M&A outlook in China. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

In this episode, we find out about solar power consolidation in Vietnam, particularly relating to ESG. Joining host Julie-Anna Needham are Riddhima Saxena, emerging markets editor, and Anh Duy Giap, emerging market correspondent, based in Vietnam. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/solutions/energy

Patrick Harris, Head of Energy and Natural Resources for Mergermarket and Dealreporter, joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss how environmental or ESG factors are impacting energy companies traditionally focused on fossil fuels. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com/solutions/energy

San Francisco Editor for Mergermarket, Mark Andress, joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss what's driving increased take-private activity now and what can we expect next. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

Editorial Consultant and Director for Mergermarket Australia, Simon Segal, joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss Australia's Covid-19 impact on M&A deal activity, changes to shareholder involvement and ESG investing in this week's latest episode. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

Parr & Dealreporter's, Brussels Deputy Bureau Chief, Francesca Micheletti and Parr's Legal Affairs Reporter, Jacob Parry join Julie-Anna Needham to discuss foreign direct investment screening regimes tightening in Europe in this week's latest episode. Related links: https://www.intralinks.com

Mergermarket & Dealreporter, Head of IPO and SPAC Content, Troy Hooper, joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss SPACs conflicts of interest and IPO Activity in the Americas and globally in this weeks latest episode. Related links: https://www.intralinks.com https://www.intralinks.com/solutions/initial-public-offerings

Mergermarket Research Editor, EMEA, Jonathan Klonowski, joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss Mergermarket's Q1 global M&A trend report. Stephanie Hanna, Head of Special Situations, Asia-Pacific, for Dealreporter and Mergermarket also joins Julie-Anna to discuss Blackstone's bid for casino giant Crown Resorts. Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.intralinks.com https://www.mergermarket.com/info/mergermarket-releases-1q21-global-ma-report

Anette Johnson, associated editor for Dealreporter based in Hong Kong, joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss dissent involving Cayman incorporated Chinese companies that are being taken private from US exchanges. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

Activistmonitor's Claudia De Meulemeester joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss how ESG fits into shareholder activism. Together, they discuss the focus on climate change, reporting and disclosure and shareholder/stakeholder dynamics. Dealcast is presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks. Related Links: https://www.intralinks.com

Tom Cane, Managing Editor, Americas at Mergermarket joins Julie-Anna Needham to discuss the top M&A trends on this week's episode of Dealcast, presented by Mergermarket and SS&C Intralinks Links mentioned in this episode: https://www.intralinks.com

With car-makers and governments working to phase out conventional petrol and diesel engines, the appetite for electric vehicles will continue to grow.    The tipping point – when EVs are expected to be cheaper to own and run than combustion-powered cars – is expected in 2025.   Demand for EVs will, in turn, increase demand for the key ingredient used in their batteries – lithium.    With businesses and universities exploring how to develop large-scale battery production in the UK, the missing link in the supply chain is the lithium itself. Most lithium is mined in Australia and Latin America.    But that could soon change. Cornish Lithium is hoping to mine lithium in Cornwall.    The business was set up by former mining engineer and investment banker, Jeremy Wrathall.    I went to meet Jeremy at an electric car charging point in central London.    Behind The Balance Sheet is a business podcast, presented by Julie-Anna Needham. Each episode features an interview with a founder or leader. We hear about their business, discover what inspires them and find out what keeps them awake at night.

Ten years ago, Rob Halliday-Stein wanted to buy some gold online. But it proved harder than he expected, with few websites offering a straightforward service and transparent pricing.   So, using his background in e-commerce and a contact in Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter, he set up his own website selling gold directly to customers.    Bullion By Post is now the UK’s leading online bullion retailer with annual sales of £125 million.    Rob has also set up an online jewellery business targetted at men buying gifts and established the immersive technology company, Holosphere.    I met Rob at Bullion by Post’s offices in Birmingham.    We discussed gold’s enduring appeal, why fear and uncertainty are good for business and how he ensures the gold doesn’t get lost in the post.   Behind The Balance Sheet is a business podcast, presented by Julie-Anna Needham. Each episode features an interview with a founder or leader. We hear about their business, discover what inspires them and find out what keeps them awake at night.

Plug-in hybrid Ford Transit vans, a top-secret clean room, composites for Overfinch Range Rovers, running Aston Martin's racing team, control systems for America's Cup yachts, ballistic protection systems for the Royal Navy - these are all examples of work carried out by engineering and technology group, Prodrive.  The business was set up by David Richards, following a successful career as a rally driver (he won the World Rally Championship alongside Ari Vatanen in 1981). Prodrive now employs more than 500 people across five divisions. “The culture from motorsport has been carried over into everything we do.”  I went to meet David at Prodrive's HQ in Oxfordshire, to find out how he turned a passion into a successful business.  As a former chairman of Aston Martin, David gives his thoughts on how Britain’s car industry can overcome challenges on a number of fronts.   We also talk about overhauling British motorsport’s governing body, Motorsport UK. Behind The Balance Sheet is a business podcast, presented by Julie-Anna Needham. Each episode features an interview with a founder or leader. We hear about their business, discover what inspires them and find out what keeps them awake at night.

“When we need to find new people, one of the main ways we find them is by going into the local prison.” In this episode of Behind The Balance Sheet, I speak to Timpson's CEO James Timpson. He tells me that the company wants to employ people with “amazing personalities” and plenty of former prisoners fit the bill (more than 10% of staff have been recruited from prisons). Alongside his role at Timpson, James is chair of the Prison Reform Trust. Trust and kindness are regarded as crucial to how Timpson operates. The business favours upside-down management, trusting branch managers to run their shops as they see fit. Despite recent expansion, the business is anything but corporate. There is a real sense of fun at Timpson’s offices in Wythenshawe, Manchester. A Director of Happiness ensures colleagues are happy at work. Alongside the Timpson’s main cobblers and key cutting business, other chains owned by the company include Johnsons, Snappy Snaps and Max Spielmann. Behind The Balance Sheet is a business podcast, presented by Julie-Anna Needham. Each episode features an interview with a founder or leader. We hear about their business, discover what inspires them and find out what keeps them awake at night. 

Launching a new beauty serum, Maria Hatzistefanis tried to work out how to make it exciting and stand out in a crowded market.  Studying the list of ingredients she discovered something which changed the direction of Rodial, the beauty business she had founded. Snake Serum became a big-seller and helped put Rodial on the map. This was followed by another product, named Dragon's Blood.  Maria started Rodial 20 years ago. She did everything herself in the early days.  Since then the business has grown organically each year, with Rodial now sold in high-end department stores across the world.  Maria told me what prompted her to start the business, she gives advice to those considering launching a beauty business and explains why Estée Lauder is her business inspiration.  Behind The Balance Sheet is a business podcast, presented by Julie-Anna Needham. Each episode features an interview with a founder or leader. We hear about their business, discover what inspires them and find out what keeps them awake at night.

Richard Bruges, Chief Executive of [Productiv](http://www.productivgroup.com/), speaks to Julie-Anna Needham in this episode of the Behind The Balance Sheet podcast. The green-technology focussed engineering group helps other companies make the leap from prototype to market.  After showing me around the Coventry-based factory, Richard explains why Dyson is his business inspiration, reveals how the business manages a variety of partnerships, and tells us how the UK can be at the forefront of low-carbon technology.

Two years after talks began, Linde and Praxair are still trying to secure regulatory clearance for their merger. Chinese approval is due within weeks, but with a 24 October deadline approaching, is the industrial gasses deal going to run out of steam? Brandon Zero tells Julie-Anna Needham why the antitrust approvals are proving to be a headache for the companies.

The unstoppable rise in the popularity of craft beer has seen major brewers muscle in on the action, with Heineken's recent investment in Beavertown, and a subsidiary of Kirin acquiring Fourpure. But getting in to bed with "big beer" poses a dilemma for many small brewers who value their independence, with some opting for private equity investment instead. Over a few beers, Julie-Anna Needham discusses the matter with managing editor John West and consumer reporter Deane McRobie.

Famed for its association with James Bond, the luxury British car-maker Aston Martin is eyeing a London listing later this year. The owners are reportedly hoping for a valuation of between GBP 4bn and GBP 5bn. But investors have questioned that valuation and queried how closely it can be compared to Ferrari, which has seen its share price jump by some 160% since listing in 2016. Julie-Anna Needham speaks to Katrien Van Hoof and Swetha Gopinath.

Julie-Anna Needham talks to Lucinda Guthrie about antitrust hurdles facing the Tokyo Electron and Applied Materials deal, and to William Mace about Deutsche Annington’s bid for Gagfah.