Podcasts about Schroders

AI has rattled public SaaS stocks, but private markets may be taking a more measured view. Schroders' Claire Smith joins us to unpack how private equity is assessing AI risk, why boring businesses can be beautiful, and how Australian investors can access small private companies globally.In this episode: 00:00 - Is AI Killing Software?03:04 - Introducing Claire Smith05:02 - SaaS Sell-Off: Public vs Private Markets07:41 - Building an AI Threat Matrix13:38 - AI Opportunities Inside Private Equity18:37 - Boring Businesses with Sticky Revenues25:26 - How Schroders Assesses Private Equity Managers34:06 - Adding Private Equity to a PortfolioETFs and stocks mentioned: Rio Tinto (ASX: RIO), Telstra (ASX: TLS), Commonwealth Bank (ASX: CBA), Foster's, Atlassian (NASDAQ: TEAM), monday.com (NASDAQ: MNDY), Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), OpenAI, Meta (NASDAQ: META), Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA), Spotify (NYSE: SPOT).To deepen your understanding of investing in small to mid-cap semi-liquid private equity, visit Schroders Australia's private equity hub.Newsletter recommendation: https://pefox.com/———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a messageAnd come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis PointsListen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)Watch on YouTubeRead the monthly email———Looking for some of our favourite research tools?Download our free Basics of ETF handbookOr our free 4-step stock checklistFind company information on TIKRResearch reports from Good ResearchTrack your portfolio with Sharesight———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Charla con Juan Figar, socio gestor y cofundador de Collyer Capital, una gestora de inversión con sede en Singapur especializada en private markets del Sudeste Asiático. Juan combina una trayectoria financiera clásica con una vida profesional muy poco convencional: MBA de INSEAD, muchos años en Camboya, Singapur, proyectos de emprendimiento en educación y ahora private equity en empresas del sudeste asiático.En su apasionante trayectoria hablamos de su decisión de irse a Camboya en 2008. Allí trabajó vinculado a proyectos sociales y educativos, aprendió a mirar la región desde dentro y empezó a ver cómo el Sudeste Asiático vivía una transformación económica profunda. También explica lo que supuso gestionar un negocio presencial de educación durante el COVID. Finalmente entramos en Collyer Capital y su tesis de inversión: acceder a pymes del Sudeste Asiático a través de gestores locales de private equity, con una fuerte diversificación por país, industria y gestor. También hablamos de geopolítica, cultura de negociación y por qué es importante entender cómo se toman realmente las decisiones en Asia.Este episodio está patrocinado por Auriga Bonos, una plataforma que acerca la renta fija a los inversores particulares con acceso a más de 2.000 emisiones y precios en tiempo real. Como toda inversión, la renta fija también tiene riesgos, por lo que conviene analizar bien emisor, plazo y liquidez. Auriga Global Investors es una Sociedad de Valores regulada por la CNMV y adherida al FOGAIN.TEMAS00:00 - Introducción02:35 - Inicios en las finanzas e incorporación al mercado laboral financiero.04:55 - La decisión de emigrar a Camboya en 200806:45 - Lecciones de posguerra civil y el proyecto con Kike Figaredo.08:15 - El regreso a España: Distribución de fondos en Schroders.12:35 - Para qué sirve hacer un MBA en INSEAD.17:20 - Emprender en el sector educativo de Singapur.23:00 - Expansión regional (Las Lilas) y gestión de riesgo extremo tras la crisis del COVID.36:45 - Alianza estratégica con Varianza Gestión y origen de Collyer Capital.43:25 - Radiografía macroeconómica del Sudeste Asiático: Seguridad jurídica y reformas.50:05 - El factor demográfico: Éxodo de población, consumo y la tesis en supermercados de Filipinas.54:00 - Geopolítica global: Neutralidad de ASEAN frente al conflicto EE.UU. - China.01:03:10 - El estatus de Hong Kong post-1997, el modelo Shanghái y el sector del juego en Macao.01:05:30 - Barreras culturales en la negociación: Jerarquías y toma de decisiones en Japón e India.01:10:30 - Empleabilidad y el riesgo de los visados en Singapur.01:14:30 - Fuga de profesionales hacia hubs alternativos: Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Dubái y Seúl.01:22:00 - Private Equity vs. Venture Capital.01:26:05 - Auditorías y due diligence institucional con el Asian Development Bank (ADB).01:29:00 - Cartera personal.01:35:30 - Lecturas recomendadas01:39:20 - Cómo se evita la corrupción en SingapurMás info con enlaces a contenidos comentados en el blog de Juan Such:https://www.rankia.com/blog/such/7339108-118-private-equity-sudeste-asiatico-juan-figar-collyer-capital

Your morning briefing. All the news you need to start your day.On today's podcast:(1) Keir Starmer was facing growing pressure to step down as Britain’s prime minister after dozens of members of Parliament, including Cabinet allies, joined the calls for him to set out a timetable for his departure.(2) A Schroders bond-fund manager is steering clear of UK debt on concern that political upheaval will drag yields higher in the coming months.(3) The ceasefire between the US and Iran reached a particularly precarious moment Monday as President Donald Trump said the agreement was on “massive life support” after he rejected Tehran’s latest peace offer.(4) The US sanctioned a dozen entities and individuals over the sale of Iranian oil to China, stepping up economic pressure just days before President Donald Trump meets his counterpart Xi Jinping.(5) Michael Burry, the investor made famous in The Big Short, is warning that the Nasdaq 100 Index is headed toward a dramatic reversal after a “parabolic” surge that has driven technology valuations to unsustainable heights.(6) In the time it usually takes to watch one football match, the Kospi index shed more than $300 billion in value as the gauge slumped on Tuesday. That’s a bit more than $3 billion a minute in the benchmark index alone, and the scale of the slide helped sour sentiment across Asia.(7) On the 13th floor of the Berlaymont building in Brussels, Ursula von der Leyen has built a presidential operation that exerts control over every aspect of what goes on inside the European CommissionPodcast Conversation: What Teens Need From Parents in the Age of AISee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Interview with Brian Miller, CEO, Astra ExplorationOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/astra-exploration-tsxvastr-7500m-drilled-third-exploration-program-to-commence-9520Recording date: 6th May 2026Astra Exploration has secured $15 million in its largest financing to date, raising the funds near its all-time high share price and without issuing warrants—a strong signal of investor confidence. The financing was heavily oversubscribed, with $12.5 million coming from major institutional investors such as Schroders and Terra Capital. This backing reflects growing confidence in Astra's geological model and disciplined exploration strategy at its flagship La Manchuria gold-silver project in southern Argentina.La Manchuria presents a dual exploration opportunity. Near the surface, the project hosts a bulk tonnage gold-silver system, currently estimated at 146,000 gold-equivalent ounces at an average grade of about 2 grams per tonne, with significant room for expansion. At depth, Astra is targeting a high-grade feeder zone, where converging veins may indicate a richer “plumbing system” feeding the mineralization above. This concept, if confirmed, could significantly enhance the project's economic potential, similar to other major discoveries in the region.The company has launched its Phase 3 drilling program, targeting 5,000 to 7,000 meters, with the possibility of expanding to 20,000–30,000 meters over the next 12 to 18 months depending on results. Drilling focuses on both extending shallow mineralization and testing deeper convergence zones. Initial assay results are expected in July 2026 and will guide future exploration.La Manchuria also benefits from strong infrastructure advantages, including proximity to two existing processing facilities and favorable topography that supports efficient open-pit mining. Combined with Argentina's improving mining investment climate, Astra is well positioned to advance the project. The latest financing underscores institutional belief that the company's methodical approach could unlock a significant gold-silver discovery.Learn more: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/astra-explorationSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

In this episode of V-FM, hosts Darren and Nico are 'out and about' at the PMI's DC and Master Trust Symposium where we recorded an 'as live' session on Pensions and Housing. We are joined by Anna Brain who led a significant piece on research for NEST Insight and Schroders' Rich Fox who was involved in the Lifetime Savings Initiative, as we examine the evidence and debate whether pensions could and/or should be used to support home ownership.

What does a genuinely great VC fund look like today, from an LP's perspective?In this episode, James and Hector are joined by Dave Neumann, Investment Manager at Schroders Capital, one of the most experienced institutional investors in venture. With a career spanning decades and exposure to top-tier global funds, Dave shares how leading LPs actually evaluate venture firms, and where many GPs get it wrong.The conversation covers what separates top quartile funds from the rest, why venture is increasingly about building a firm rather than just making investments, and how the best managers create a long-term flywheel across talent, track record and capital.They also go deep on often overlooked topics including DPI, liquidity, fund size, and portfolio construction. Dave explains why access is everything in venture, why consistency matters more than one-off performance, and how LPs think about returns in a world where companies stay private for longer.A sharp, practical look at venture through the LP lens and what it takes to build a durable, high-performing fund.Topics Covered What defines a top VC fund today  The LP perspective on venture performance  Why venture is about building a firm, not just investing  Top quartile vs lower quartile returns and the compounding effect  Talent, incentives and the VC flywheel  Portfolio construction myths vs reality  Fund size and where returns are really made  DPI, liquidity and secondaries in Europe  How LPs think about risk, time horizons and outcomes  Why access is the biggest advantage in venture

Laurent and Gerard sit down with Paul O'Donnell, Partner at SchrodersGreencoat, a fund manager that has invested more than €13 billion and controls over 400 renewable energy assets across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. Paul has spent 17 years at Greencoat and became Partner in 2022, following Schroders' acquisition of the platform, which itself was acquired by Nuveen in 2026. Greencoat has a distinctive structure, as it manages listed vehicles—historically known as YieldCos—designed to provide stable dividends to investors through long-term infrastructure assets.  The discussion begins with a deep dive into the evolution of the renewable energy sector over the past 10–15 years. The market has shifted from portfolios primarily backed by government-supported contracts to a more dynamic growth strategy built on active portfolio management, trading, power purchase agreements (PPAs) with hyperscalers, and the hybridisation of assets. A key milestone in this evolution has been the push toward vertical integration, illustrated by partnerships such as the Greencoat collaboration with CATL.  The conversation also explores the growing convergence between energy investors and real estate or digital infrastructure investors, particularly in the financing of datacenters. Energy supply and cooling infrastructure are becoming increasingly critical components of data centre investment strategies. While off-grid solutions are sometimes feasible in the United States—typically involving off-grid power combined with on-grid gas—such options remain very limited in Europe.Datacenters geography is also evolving. First-generation facilities were typically located close to major load centres and urban demand hubs, whereas second-generation developments are moving further away from large cities to areas where land and power availability are more abundant. This shift is driving strong interest in brownfield sites, including former coal plants, steel mills, and refineries.  The transition from a pure yield model to a growth-oriented strategy has been well received by the market, particularly after several years of lacklustre share price performance. This approach mirrors the playbook seen at Quinbrook and Intersect and is increasingly viewed as the winning strategy in the current market environment.  

Aussie data centre operator, NextDC is issuing a 100-year, $1 billion bond to fund its booming data centre expansion. SafetyCulture kicks off its acquisition spree by buying Sydney-based AI start-up Twine as it prepares for the AI era. AI rivals OpenAI, Anthropic, and Alphabet’s Google have begun working together to clamp down on Chinese competitors stealing their models. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Schroder Investment Management Australia Limited (ABN 22 000 443 274, AFSL 226473) (Schroders) is the product issuer for Schroders Global Equity Alpha Fund (ARSN 678 278 370). This document does not contain and should not be taken as containing any financial product advice or financial product recommendations. This document does not take into consideration any recipient’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any decision relating to a Schroders fund, you should obtain and read a copy of the product disclosure statement available at www.schroders.com.au or other relevant disclosure document for that fund and consider the appropriateness of the fund to your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should also refer to the target market determination for the fund at www.schroders.com.au. All investments carry risk, and the repayment of capital and performance in any of the funds named in this document are not guaranteed by Schroders or any company in the Schroders Group. The material contained in this document is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for accounting, legal or tax advice. Schroders does not give any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of information which is contained in this document. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Schroders, every company in the Schroders plc group, and their respective directors, officers, employees, consultants and agents exclude all liability (however arising) for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may be suffered by the recipient or any other person in connection with this document. Opinions, estimates and projections contained in this document reflect the opinions of the authors as at the date of this document and are subject to change without notice. “Forward-looking” information, such as forecasts or projections, are not guarantees of any future performance and there is no assurance that any forecast or projection will be realised. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. All references to securities, sectors, regions and/or countries are made for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as recommendations to buy, sell or hold. Telephone calls and other electronic communications with Schroders representatives may be recorded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some lives trace the currents of history; a childhood in Wales, growing up in the shadow of parents who had escaped Nazi Germany, academic distinction at Oxford and Wharton, followed by a career that moved from journalism to the apex of Silicon Valley venture capital and a philanthropic record that speaks quietly, but profoundly. In this episode, we also welcome co-interviewer, Sandra Robertson, former guest and previous CIO at Oxford University Endowment Management. In this fascinating conversation Michael starts by discussing what “makes a brilliant entrepreneur”, before reflecting on investing in Stripe, why the US has such an edge in VC, and on weighing, vision valuation and imagination. He discusses allocating his own personal capital and his priorities, and then on his philanthropy and the process around identifying beneficiaries and assessing the impact of gifts made. Then we turn to Ausländer, where he fuses pathos and humour, and has created a brilliant story of his family's destruction and part survival, and raised vital questions around antisemitism and where the storm clouds are gathering.Ausländer by Michael Moritz is published in the UK by Profile BooksYou can also find the book here. ‍The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.

La guerra en Oriente Medio entra en su cuarta semana, marcada por el ultimátum de Donald Trump a Irán y el cierre del estrecho de Ormuz. A esto se suma la advertencia de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía, que alerta de que la crisis energética actual podría ser incluso más grave que la de los años 70, tras el daño sufrido por decenas de infraestructuras clave en la región. Con este telón de fondo, los mercados comienza la semana con fuertes caídas en las bolsa, repunte del petróleo y aumento de la rentabilidad de los bonos, en un contexto de huida del riesgo y temor a un shock energético con impacto directo en la inflación y en las decisiones de los bancos centrales. Todo ello, además, en plena resaca de los últimos mensajes de los bancos centrales, que siguen insistiendo en la incertidumbre y en la necesidad de actuar con cautela. En la tertulia de mercados de Capital intereconomía, Francisco Lomba, Sales Manager para Iberia y Latam de La Financière de l'Échiquier; Pilar Vila, Sales Manager en Schroders; Álvaro Antón, Country Head para Iberia de Aberdeen Investments; y Juan Martín Valiente, Socio de AMCHOR Investment Strategies analizan los posibles próximos pasos de los bancos centrales, el impacto del conflicto en la inflación y en los tipos y cómo proteger el patrimonio en este entorno.

La guerra en Oriente Medio entra en su cuarta semana, marcada por el ultimátum de Donald Trump a Irán y el cierre del estrecho de Ormuz. A esto se suma la advertencia de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía, que alerta de que la crisis energética actual podría ser incluso más grave que la de los años 70, tras el daño sufrido por decenas de infraestructuras clave en la región. Con este telón de fondo, los mercados comienza la semana con fuertes caídas en las bolsa, repunte del petróleo y aumento de la rentabilidad de los bonos, en un contexto de huida del riesgo y temor a un shock energético con impacto directo en la inflación y en las decisiones de los bancos centrales. Todo ello, además, en plena resaca de los últimos mensajes de los bancos centrales, que siguen insistiendo en la incertidumbre y en la necesidad de actuar con cautela. En la tertulia de mercados de Capital intereconomía, Francisco Lomba, Sales Manager para Iberia y Latam de La Financière de l'Échiquier; Pilar Vila, Sales Manager en Schroders; Álvaro Antón, Country Head para Iberia de Aberdeen Investments; y Juan Martín Valiente, Socio de AMCHOR Investment Strategies analizan los posibles próximos pasos de los bancos centrales, el impacto del conflicto en la inflación y en los tipos y cómo proteger el patrimonio en este entorno.

La guerra en Oriente Medio entra en su cuarta semana, marcada por el ultimátum de Donald Trump a Irán y el cierre del estrecho de Ormuz. A esto se suma la advertencia de la Agencia Internacional de la Energía, que alerta de que la crisis energética actual podría ser incluso más grave que la de los años 70, tras el daño sufrido por decenas de infraestructuras clave en la región. Con este telón de fondo, los mercados comienza la semana con fuertes caídas en las bolsa, repunte del petróleo y aumento de la rentabilidad de los bonos, en un contexto de huida del riesgo y temor a un shock energético con impacto directo en la inflación y en las decisiones de los bancos centrales. Todo ello, además, en plena resaca de los últimos mensajes de los bancos centrales, que siguen insistiendo en la incertidumbre y en la necesidad de actuar con cautela. En la tertulia de mercados de Capital intereconomía, Francisco Lomba, Sales Manager para Iberia y Latam de La Financière de l'Échiquier; Pilar Vila, Sales Manager en Schroders; Álvaro Antón, Country Head para Iberia de Aberdeen Investments; y Juan Martín Valiente, Socio de AMCHOR Investment Strategies analizan los posibles próximos pasos de los bancos centrales, el impacto del conflicto en la inflación y en los tipos y cómo proteger el patrimonio en este entorno.

Premier Investments, the owner of Smiggle and Peter Alexander, has announced flat profit for the last half… with one of its brands carrying the weight of the world on its shoulders. Lamborghini has ditched its plans for a full Electric Vehicle…apparently after customer backlash because it wouldn’t have an engine roar?! Flight Centre’s share price has taken off after acquiring a creative agency buy… as it looks to sell more than just flights. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Schroder Investment Management Australia Limited (ABN 22 000 443 274, AFSL 226473) (Schroders) is the product issuer for Schroders Global Equity Alpha Fund (ARSN 678 278 370). This document does not contain and should not be taken as containing any financial product advice or financial product recommendations. This document does not take into consideration any recipient’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any decision relating to a Schroders fund, you should obtain and read a copy of the product disclosure statement available at www.schroders.com.au or other relevant disclosure document for that fund and consider the appropriateness of the fundto your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should also refer to the target market determination for the fund at www.schroders.com.au. All investments carry risk, and the repayment of capital and performance in any of the funds named in this document are not guaranteed by Schroders or any company in the Schroders Group. The material contained in this document is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for accounting, legal or tax advice. Schroders does not give any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of information which is contained in this document. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Schroders, every company in the Schrodersplc group, and their respective directors, officers, employees, consultants and agents exclude all liability (however arising) for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may be suffered by the recipient or any other person in connection with this document. Opinions, estimates and projections contained in this document reflect the opinions of the authors as at the date of this document and are subject to change without notice. “Forward-looking” information, such as forecasts or projections, are not guarantees of any future performance and there is no assurance that any forecast or projection will be realised. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. All references to securities, sectors, regions and/or countries are made for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as recommendations to buy, sell or hold. Telephone calls and other electronic communications with Schroders representatives may be recorded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Moreover, if executed well, it offers the potential to act with a long-term horizon as true asset owners, and to unlock investment opportunities that individual funds might struggle to access alone. Today in the UK, one of the most consequential organisations in UK pensions, is Border to Coast. They sit at the centre of one of the most significant shifts in UK institutional investing in a generation, and as of April 2026, will oversee nearly £120bn of local authority assets.   Rachel Elwell explains their investment approach, the motivation behind the merged pools and the advantages scale offers. Specifically, she discusses insourcing versus outsourcing, passive v active, where and why, UK v global, and the role of private assets, fees, as well as why Leeds is such a great place to live and work. The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.

The ACCC has launched a public investigation into whether major fuel suppliers have been committing anti-competitive conduct in regional Australia Meta is pulling Horizon Worlds off its VR headsets as it shifts further and further away from its expensive metaverse dream Microsoft is threatening legal action against its partner OpenAI after a $50 billion USD Amazon deal risks turning an exclusive partnership into a very awkward cloud throuple _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Schroder Investment Management Australia Limited (ABN 22 000 443 274, AFSL 226473) (Schroders) is the product issuer for Schroders Global Equity Alpha Fund (ARSN 678 278 370). This document does not contain and should not be taken as containing any financial product advice or financial product recommendations. This document does not take into consideration any recipient’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any decision relating to a Schroders fund, you should obtain and read a copy of the product disclosure statement available at www.schroders.com.au or other relevant disclosure document for that fund and consider the appropriateness of the fundto your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should also refer to the target market determination for the fund at www.schroders.com.au. All investments carry risk, and the repayment of capital and performance in any of the funds named in this document are not guaranteed by Schroders or any company in the Schroders Group. The material contained in this document is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for accounting, legal or tax advice. Schroders does not give any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of information which is contained in this document. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Schroders, every company in the Schrodersplc group, and their respective directors, officers, employees, consultants and agents exclude all liability (however arising) for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may be suffered by the recipient or any other person in connection with this document. Opinions, estimates and projections contained in this document reflect the opinions of the authors as at the date of this document and are subject to change without notice. “Forward-looking” information, such as forecasts or projections, are not guarantees of any future performance and there is no assurance that any forecast or projection will be realised. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. All references to securities, sectors, regions and/or countries are made for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as recommendations to buy, sell or hold. Telephone calls and other electronic communications with Schroders representatives may be recorded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The RBA has lifted interest rates to 4.1%… as war, petrol prices and inflation all collide into a global domino effect. Google is adding a new AI chatbot to Google Maps in its biggest software update to the product in over a decade. Peloton is rolling into gyms with new commercial-grade bikes and treadmills as it tries to pedal past at-home business. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Schroder Investment Management Australia Limited (ABN 22 000 443 274, AFSL 226473) (Schroders) is the product issuer for Schroders Global Equity Alpha Fund (ARSN 678 278 370). This document does not contain and should not be taken as containing any financial product advice or financial product recommendations. This document does not take into consideration any recipient’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any decision relating to a Schroders fund, you should obtain and read a copy of the product disclosure statement available at www.schroders.com.au or other relevant disclosure document for that fund and consider the appropriateness of the fundto your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should also refer to the target market determination for the fund at www.schroders.com.au. All investments carry risk, and the repayment of capital and performance in any of the funds named in this document are not guaranteed by Schroders or any company in the Schroders Group. The material contained in this document is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for accounting, legal or tax advice. Schroders does not give any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of information which is contained in this document. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Schroders, every company in the Schrodersplc group, and their respective directors, officers, employees, consultants and agents exclude all liability (however arising) for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may be suffered by the recipient or any other person in connection with this document. Opinions, estimates and projections contained in this document reflect the opinions of the authors as at the date of this document and are subject to change without notice. “Forward-looking” information, such as forecasts or projections, are not guarantees of any future performance and there is no assurance that any forecast or projection will be realised. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. All references to securities, sectors, regions and/or countries are made for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as recommendations to buy, sell or hold. Telephone calls and other electronic communications with Schroders representatives may be recorded.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Qantas will pay $105 million to settle a class action over delayed COVID flight refunds… as it tries to move on from the major reputational hit. McDonald’s CEO went viral for awkwardly eating a burger… and somehow it boosted sales of the burger he was eating. Bumble’s share price has surged more than 30% after its latest results beat expectations… even though revenue and users are still sliding. _ Download the free app (App Store): http://bit.ly/FluxAppStore Download the free app (Google Play): http://bit.ly/FluxappGooglePlay Daily newsletter: https://bit.ly/fluxnewsletter Flux on Instagram: http://bit.ly/fluxinsta Flux on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@flux.finance —- The content in this podcast reflects the views and opinions of the hosts, and is intended for personal and not commercial use. We do not represent or endorse the accuracy or reliability of any opinion, statement or other information provided or distributed in these episodes. —- Schroder Investment Management Australia Limited (ABN 22 000 443 274, AFSL 226473) (Schroders) is the product issuer for Schroders Global Equity Alpha Fund (ARSN 678 278 370). This document does not contain and should not be taken as containing any financial product advice or financial product recommendations. This document does not take into consideration any recipient’s objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any decision relating to a Schroders fund, you should obtain and read a copy of the product disclosure statement available at www.schroders.com.au or other relevant disclosure document for that fund and consider the appropriateness of the fundto your objectives, financial situation and needs. You should also refer to the target market determination for the fund at www.schroders.com.au. All investments carry risk, and the repayment of capital and performance in any of the funds named in this document are not guaranteed by Schroders or any company in the Schroders Group. The material contained in this document is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for accounting, legal or tax advice. Schroders does not give any warranty as to the accuracy, reliability or completeness of information which is contained in this document. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Schroders, every company in the Schrodersplc group, and their respective directors, officers, employees, consultants and agents exclude all liability (however arising) for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may be suffered by the recipient or any other person in connection with this document. Opinions, estimates and projections contained in this document reflect the opinions of the authors as at the date of this document and are subject to change without notice. “Forward-looking” information, such as forecasts or projections, are not guarantees of any future performance and there is no assurance that any forecast or projection will be realised. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. All references to securities, sectors, regions and/or countries are made for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as recommendations to buy, sell or hold. Telephone calls and other electronic communications with Schroders representatives may be recorded.__See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have had some extremely distinguished guests over the last 6 years, but we haven't secured one who combines, a Rhodes Scholar, US Army Colonel, Counter terrorism expert, leading the US's cyber intelligence defence agency, and a lecturer at Oxford and beyond, whilst also having worked at Morgan Stanley, and now CEO at RSAC. Jen plots a journey from Oxford to Westpoint, from Colonel of the US's first Cyber Battalion to the Whitehouse, working under Condoleezza Rice and then chosen by President Biden to create CISA, The US's first cyber defense agency.In a whirlwind, world-wide tour, Jen plots the risks, defines the adversaries, reflects on intelligence, cooperation, and the real and present cyber risks to industries.She offers advice to boards, the existential risks for businesses who think this is just a “technology issue” and leaves us with a stark observation. If the cost of annual cybercrimes were aggregated into one number, it would be equivalent in GDP terms to being the third largest economy in the world! The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

What if AI turns out to be less “bubble vs boom” and more a stress test for who can actually turn $660 billion of capex into revenue?Ben Arnold, Investment Director, Global Equities at Schroders shares the framework his team is using to judge the AI spend and why 2026 is a reminder that your opportunity set is much bigger than the Mag 7.In this episode:00:00:00 Investing Beyond The Mag Seven00:03:34 AI Spending: Boom Or Bubble?00:10:01 Why This Isn't Another Dotcom00:19:32 Finding Opportunities At Market Highs00:25:31 Two Global Stocks With Upside00:36:51 One Exceptional Company ExplainedLinks Mentioned:

On this week's markets wrap, John Stepek speaks with Bloomberg Opinion columnist Marcus Ashworth and Morwenna Coniam from the Markets Today team about this week’s fall in the headline rate of consumer price inflation and slowing wage growth. They also discuss rising youth unemployment and the potential economic impact of government labor policies, while weighing a cautiously optimistic outlook for UK growth. Marcus also comments on Nuveen’s takeover of Schroders as part of a broader trend of US asset managers seeking international diversification amid dollar weakness. Sign up to the subscriber event here: https://www.bloombergevents.com/ZZ3kna?utm_source=Podcast&utm_campaign=Podcast&utm_medium=Podcast&RefId=subSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A first! For the first time since our inception 6 years ago, we welcome back a guest for their third visit. General David Petraeus, once described by Simon Sebag Montefiore as the ultimate soldier-scholar, is Chairman of the KKR Global Institute. Prior to this, David had a distinguished US military career and was the CIA Director during the Obama administration. He assesses the heat map of geopolitical and military tensions which is glowing red. Starting with the Indo-Pacific he assesses President Xi's removal of his top Generals, what this might mean, and why peace must prevail despite the undercurrent of tensions.Having returned recently from Ukraine, he then gives some fresh perspectives which challenge stale narratives and describes the immense scale of loss of Russian lives and the technological prowess of Ukraine manufacturing and know-how.He then weights Iran's options; the US's potential moves and the perspective of other Middle Eastern nations.  Finally he offers advice for leaders in an environment where “just in time” has morphed into “just in case”.The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

Interview with Diane R. Garrett, President & CEO of Hycroft MiningOur previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/hycroft-mining-nasdaqhymc-nevada-giant-eliminates-debt-targets-2026-production-milestone-8914Recording date: 18th February 2026Hycroft Mining (Nasdaq: HYMC) has published an updated Mineral Resource Estimate confirming 55% growth in Measured and Indicated gold and silver resources at its Hycroft Mine in Winnemucca, Nevada. The deposit now stands at 16.4 million gold ounces and 562.6 million silver ounces in the M+I category, with inferred resources of a further 5.0 million gold ounces and 132.8 million silver ounces. The MRE was prepared by independent third parties and is based on commodity prices of US$3,100/oz gold and US$36/oz silver.The update incorporates results from 70 drill holes and reflects a geological reinterpretation that has fundamentally changed how management and institutional investors view the asset. In late 2023, Hycroft announced the discovery of two new high-grade silver systems, Brimstone and Vortex, within the existing resource footprint. After just 14 months of drilling, those systems have already yielded an initial high-grade M+I silver resource of 90.2 million ounces. Critically, both systems remain open along strike and at depth, and no results from the current 2025-2026 drill programme are yet incorporated into the MRE.Metallurgical test work using Pressure Oxidation has confirmed recoveries of 83% for gold and 78% for silver - robust figures for a refractory sulfide deposit and a key de-risking milestone ahead of a feasibility study. The company is also evaluating a roasting alternative that could convert a processing cost into a by-product revenue stream through sulfuric acid production.Financially, Hycroft is well-positioned to execute. The company holds approximately US$200 million in cash with zero debt, following the retirement of legacy liabilities in October 2024. The institutional shareholder base, led by Eric Sprott at 43%, with BlackRock, Schroders, and Franklin Templeton also on the register, reflects sustained conviction in the long-term thesis. Project economics on the large-scale operation are expected by end of Q1 2026, with an underground mining assessment of the high-grade systems also underway.—View Hycroft Mining's company profile: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/companies/hycroft-mining-holding-corporationSign up for Crux Investor: https://cruxinvestor.com

In this episode of the Market Maker Podcast, we break down the major M&A transactions reshaping global markets, spanning banking, asset management, mining, media and artificial intelligence.We begin with Santander's $12.2 billion acquisition of Webster Bank and examine what this signals about European banks expanding into the United States. We discuss capital efficiency, deposit strategy and the broader shift in global banking power.Next, we analyse Nuveen's $13.5 billion takeover of Schroders, creating a $2.5 trillion asset management group. We explore consolidation in active management, competitive pressure from passive giants, and what this means for London-listed institutions.We then turn to the mining sector, where merger talks between Rio Tinto and Glencore have once again collapsed. We examine copper's growing strategic importance in the AI era, valuation disagreements, and the geopolitical complexities surrounding critical minerals.In media, Paramount strengthens its $108 billion hostile bid for Warner Bros Discovery. We break down ticking fees, breakup guarantees and how deal structuring can determine takeover outcomes.Finally, we cover Anthropic's $30 billion capital raise at a $350 billion valuation and discuss the sustainability of the AI funding race as competition intensifies between OpenAI, Big Tech and emerging players.If you're interested in mergers and acquisitions, global markets, corporate strategy and the forces shaping capital allocation, this episode provides a structured deep dive into the week's most important developments.(00:00) Episode Overview(02:42) Santander's $12BN US Deal(21:20) Nuveen Buys Schroders(36:02) Mining Mega-Merger Fails(45:57) $108BN Media Takeover Battle(53:37) Anthropic's $30BN Raise

In today's episode, retired US Colonel Chris Wyatt delivers a withering critique of the SANDF's deployment to the Cape Flats, labelling it a “dangerous admission of failure” by a government kicking the can down the road. Trade expert Donald MacKay pours cold water on the proposed SA-China trade framework being hyped up by Pretoria, explaining why the math simply doesn't add up for South African exporters. Plus, a sordid sex-tape blackmail scandal rocks Hungary's election race; US Secretary of State Marco Rubio navigates the "new Cold War" in Europe; the historic City of London name Schroders is snapped up by US giant Nuveen; and more.

The Trump administration plans to roll back some tariffs, Schroders agrees to a US takeover, and Americans paid 90 per cent of the cost of US President Trump's tariffs last year. Plus, Goldman Sachs' top lawyer will depart the company over Epstein ties, and how to buy a law firm when you're not really allowed to.Mentioned in this podcast:Trump plans to roll back tariffs on metal and aluminium goodsSchroders boss reassured UK Treasury ahead of £9.9bn US takeoverAlphaville's annotated thoughts on the Schroders takeoverUS businesses and consumers pay 90% of tariff costs, New York Fed saysTop Goldman Sachs lawyer Kathy Ruemmler to resign over Epstein linksHow to buy a law firm if you're not allowed to buy a law firmNote: The FT does not use generative AI to voice its podcasts Today's FT News Briefing was hosted by Victoria Craig, and produced by Fiona Symon and Sonja Hutson. Our show was mixed by Kelly Garry. Additional help from Gavin Kallmann and David da Silva. Our executive producer is Topher Forhecz. Cheryl Brumley is the FT's Global Head of Audio. The show's theme music is by Metaphor Music. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a week in which we in London were blessed with a rare day in which the sun dared to poke its head out, today we will try to shed some light of our own on the big goings on in companies and markets at the moment. We kick off with a look at the breaking news of the day, the £10bn takeover of Schroders by US asset manager Nuveen. Chris Akers is here to discuss the deal, and the possible implications for the rest of the asset and wealth management sector, where there's been another big deal in recent days: unlisted wealth manager Evelyn Partners bought by NatWest. We'll also take a brief look at emerging market specialist Ashmore, which had interims out today and has rallied particularly hard of late.After that, we turn to our big read of the week, looking at the strain on public services and the consequences thereof. Mark Robinson will discuss why the private sector is playing a growing role in the provision of said services – in certain areas – and where they might be expected to take more of the slack in future.Finally, Mark will also look at US economic bellwether McDonalds, which reported some pretty good figures overnight. Is the economy firing on all cylinders, or are more people trading down when they eat out, or a bit of both? Mark will consider these factors as well as the figures themselves later on.Listen to more podcasts from Investors' Chronicle on Apple, Spotify and YouTubeRead more:Schroders bought out in £10bn dealNatWest buys wealth manager in £2.7bn dealThe private stocks taking advantage of government failureMcDonald's beats expectations as sales hold upTimestamps:00:00: Intro01:24: Schroders takeover11:17: Privatisation22:14: McDonald'sInvestors' Chronicle has supported private investors in the UK for over 160 years by highlighting rewarding investment opportunities. Investors' Chronicle is a service by the Financial Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Markets were mixed yesterday, with European shares dragged down by weak results from Adyen, Magnum and Mercedes-Benz, despite solid updates from Siemens and Hermès. Schroders jumped on a takeover approach from Nuveen. In the US, deepening concerns over AI‑driven disruption hit tech stocks hard, pushing the ‘Magnificent Seven' lower and marking Apple's worst day since Liberation Day. Gold and silver slipped on stronger US labour data, oil fell on rising supply signals, and US housing data highlighted growing structural weakness. We're joined by Tim Gagie, Head of FX Advisory in Geneva, for the latest on metals and currencies ahead of key US inflation data.(00:00) - Introduction: Helen Freer, Product & Investment Content (00:31) - Markets wrap-up: Lucija Caculovic, Product & Investment Content (06:45) - FX & metals update: Tim Gagie, Head of FX/PM PB Geneva (10:59) - Closing remarks: Helen Freer, Product & Investment Content Would you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

Global markets are leaning into growth. Following the upside surprise in U.S. non-farm payrolls — with 130,000 jobs added and unemployment falling to 4.3% — investors are focusing on economic resilience rather than fading hopes of aggressive rate cuts. MSCI's All-World index is trading near record highs, while South Korea's Kospi has crossed 5,500 for the first time. Attention now turns to initial jobless claims and the upcoming CPI print, which could shape expectations for the Federal Reserve's June decision. CME FedWatch odds for a rate hold have climbed to 40%. In the UK, GDP expanded just 0.1% in Q4, while industrial production fell unexpectedly. Meanwhile, Nuveen has agreed to acquire asset manager Schroders for $13.5 billion. In digital assets, crypto markets remain steady despite Blockfills halting withdrawals. BlackRock is deepening its move into tokenized finance, bringing its Treasury-backed BUIDL token to Uniswap through Securitize. Court drama surrounding FTX has resurfaced, and Kraken has replaced its CFO ahead of its public listing. A busy macro backdrop with institutional crypto developments accelerating beneath the surface.

China's Commerce Ministry announces a tariff of up to 11.7% (prev. 42.7%) on EU dairy products; effective from February 13th.European equities broadly in the green; Financials lead as Schroders (+28.5%) gets acquired by Nuveen; US equity futures are entirely in the green.G10s mostly firmer against the USD; AUD takes a slight breather.Gilts lead after soft GDP though BoE pricing largely unaffected; USTs tread water ahead of Friday's CPI.WTI and Brent trade slightly lower as geopolitics remain quiet; IEA cut 2026 global oil demand growth and nudged lower supply growth forecasts.Looking ahead, highlights include US Weekly/Continuing Claims, Existing Home Sales (Jan), EU Informal Leaders Retreat, Speakers including ECBʼs Lane & Nagel, BoCʼs Rogers, Supply from the US, Earnings from Applied Materials, Arista Networks, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Howmet Aerospace, Coinbase & American Electric Power.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk

Our show today is being sponsored by Free Float Analytics, the only platform measuring board power, connections, and performance for FREE.Story of the Week (DR):Epstein: The tech brosReid Hoffman (2,658 Files)Bill Gates (2,592 Files)Peter Thiel (2,281 Files)Elon Musk (1,116 Files)Kimbal too (100+ files)Larry Page (314 Files)Sergey Brin (294 Files)Mark Zuckerberg (282 Files)Jeff Bezos (196 Files)Eric Schmidt (193 Files)Epstein: the lack of US-based corporate fallout MMHead of firm founded by Mandelson to quit after Epstein releasesBenjamin Wegg-Prosser, the chief executive of the lobbying firm co-founded with Peter Mandelson, has announced his resignation after information in the Jeffrey Epstein files detailed apparent links between the company and the convicted sex offender.‘Ignore It.' How the Elite Consoled Jeffrey Epstein Over His Crimes.A Revolt Inside Paul Weiss Over the Epstein Files Took Down Brad KarpOn Wednesday, an exclusive group of 10 or so Paul Weiss partners met unbeknown to their longtime chairman, Brad Karp, to discuss whether he could continue to lead the law firm.The partners, who manage the firm and refer to themselves as the “Deciding Group,” were grappling with the release of new emails suggesting Karp had a more extensive relationship with Jeffrey Epstein than they realized, including in the months before the convicted sex offender's death. Karp led one of the country's biggest law firms for 18 years and had survived a maelstrom less than a year ago when he struck a first-of-its-kind settlement with President Trump on his firm's behalf. He wouldn't survive a second controversy as the firm's leader. World Economic Forum investigates its CEO over Epstein linksCEO Borge BrendeWasserman Group CEO issues public apology after being mentioned in Epstein filesCasey WassermanPeter Attia, longevity doctor named in Epstein files, no longer listed on advisory board on sleep tech company's websiteBut still at CBS: but Bari Weiss hates cancel cultureElon Musk announces SpaceX's acquisition of AI startup xAIRecord-Breaking $1.25 Trillion ValuationGoal: Orbital AI Data CentersConsolidation of the "Muskonomy"DisneyJosh D'Amaro (Incoming CEO): Currently the Chairman of Disney Experiences (Parks and Resorts), D'Amaro will officially become CEO on March 18, 2026, following the Annual Shareholder Meeting. He is a 28-year Disney veteran credited with driving the $36 billion revenue growth in the parks segment.Disney's next CEO often dresses like Bob Iger. Is it a good idea to copy your boss's style?Dana Walden (New President & CCO): In a historic move, Walden (formerly Co-Chair of Disney Entertainment) has been named President and Chief Creative Officer. Reporting directly to D'Amaro, she will oversee the creative direction of the entire company, ensuring brand consistency across all storytelling platforms.Same Old Disney: Woke Exec Elevated to Top Position as ‘Head Storyteller'Bob Iger (Senior Advisor): Iger will step down as CEO on March 18 but will remain as a Senior Advisor and Board Member until his formal retirement on December 31, 2026, to ensure an "orderly transition."PayBase SalaryTarget BonusAnnual EquityOne-Time AwardTotal Year 1Josh D'Amaro$2.5M$6.25M$26.25M$9.7M$44.7MDana Walden$3.75M$7.5M$15.75M$5.26M$32.26MGoodliest of the Week (MM/DR):DR: Judge rules Texas anti-ESG law is unconstitutionalMM: 38% of Companies' Emissions Trajectories Are Aligned with Global Climate Goals: MSCIAssholiest Triggeringiest of the Week (MM):Nike among the first targeted by EEOC for DEI activity DRThe charge: Specifically, on May 24, 2024, EEOC Commissioner (now Chair) Andrea R. Lucas issued Charge No. 551-2024-04996, alleging that Respondent NIKE may have violated Title VII “by engaging in a pattern or practice of disparate treatment against White employees, applicants, and training program participants in hiring, promotion, demotion, or separation decisions (including selection for layoffs); internship programs; and mentoring, leadership development, and other career development programs.”This is crazy to me: EEOC counsel signatory GWENDOLYN YOUNG REAMS - a black woman who signed off on this lawsuit was the subject of an entire article on the amazing power of Title VII for the civil rights movement in July of 2024. Reams has been at EEOC since 1972, and Biden made her acting general counsel.Trump took over, appointed Andrea Lucas as chair who DEMOTED Reams to Associate General Counsel to make room for Catherine Eschbach, a Federalist Society who has SIX YEARS EXPERIENCE AT A LAW FIRM who got her Bachelor's in 2010 and her law degree in 2015 (a whole 10 years experience!), but had this to say upon her appointment: “President Trump made clear in his executive order on eliminating DEI that EO 11246 had facilitated federal contractors adopting DEI practices out of step with the requirements of our Nation's civil rights laws and that, with the rescission of EO 11246, the President mandates federal contractors wind those practices down within 90 days. As director, I'm committed to carrying out President Trump's executive orders, which will restore a merit-based system to provide all workers with equal opportunity.”All the other lawyers signing were white, and I can only guess Reams had no choice but to sign unless she decided to do MLK dirty 60 years after seeing him in collegeBut literally, the EEOC discriminated against a black lawyer who was in charge to put white lawyers in charge to bring discrimination cases against companiesNOT TO MENTION, here is Nike's workforce composition in 2024:57% white, 50% male overall65% white, 55% males for management77% white, 62% male for leadershipThe EEOC workforce demographics as of 2022, when it was WOKEST:60% white, 56% maleNIKE IS WHITER THAN THE EEOC FROM MANAGEMENT UPBlackrock and every Wall Street bank that quit Net Zero AllianceRather than sticking it out and fighting, knowing that you were correct and legally able to invest however you wanted and associate with anyone you wanted, you all cowered when Texas passed the first law saying you “discriminate against” fossil fuels and generated an arbitrary “black list”Now, this: Texas anti-ESG law declared unconstitutional by US judgeIn a decision made public on Wednesday, U.S. District Judge Alan Albright said the law violated First Amendment free-speech protections because it punished businesses for speaking about fossil fuels and associating with organizations that oppose fossil fuels.First Amendment! The very first one! You didn't even have to read ALL the amendments to figure out which Stewardship whiningThe UK Investment Association stewardship working group, a group that included Aegon, BlackRock, Fidelity, M&G, Schroders, Artemis, CCLA, Legal and General, and Royal London Asset Management, put out a paper: Realigning Stewardship: Delivering sustainable value through StewardshipThe group wants you to know some things about stewardship, specifically:Stuff happening in the future is too far away for us to care now: “The need for realism over what stewardship can achieve – There are potential time horizon trade-offs between achieving real world outcomes on sustainability themes such as climate change and delivering financial returns to clients. These trade-offs need to be actively considered. Additionally, there are concerns that targeted sustainability goals may not always be realistic, and that government and other stakeholders may have developed unrealistic expectations of stewardship's capacity to deliver systemic change.”Translation: if we actually invested for climate and were stewards of climate in our portfolios given that climate change will totally fuck up everything we know and invest in, we'd have to give up on, like, AI and oil and stuff… we can't really do that because there's too much money and stonks and rockets and whatever, so we'll give up on climate, but just like, for NOW, later we'll fix it by asking nicelyDespite historically having voted 96% in favor of virtually EVERYTHING: “There is an undue focus on voting as a barometer of good stewardship, which does not reflect the role of all stewardship mechanisms.”Translation: we get no credit for talking about this for a decade and voting for everything - like, NONE. Stewardship teams are seen as cost centers, not alpha generation. But we should get credit for talking about stuff in the hopes that things change over a long period of time.We are poor: “There are different costs associated with the process of stewardship for both investors and companies, who have finite resources.”Translation: I mean, PLENTY of resources for CEO pay that outstrips inflation and massive AI investments to displace workers and stuff, but you know… poor.OMG, stop whining… the vote IS THE MECHANISM YOU'VE NEVER USED! Your owners WANT YOU TO and you vote with management at a higher rate than people in the US believe in the moon landing!Headliniest of the WeekDR: The meritocracy is officially a lie: Elon Musk's hiring advice: 'Don't look at the résumé — just believe your interaction'DR: It's official, we are right about everything: Disney's Bob Iger achieves an essential feat for outgoing CEOs: giving his successor a clean slateMM: Hillary Clinton wants testimony on Jeffrey Epstein in public: 'Let's stop the games'MM: My neighborhood is pushing back against sidewalk delivery robots. The fight's coming to your town nextPicture of the week from inside a Cracker Barrel, which is getting its mojo back:Who Won the Week?DR: The Epstein Bros (see Matt's winner)MM: White men (again) - I am already filing a lawsuit against that girl in high school who wouldn't make out with me for discriminating against white men with ugly glasses and long noses. It's racism of the highest order.PredictionsDR: The best we can hope for are shareholder derivative lawsuits against boards who failed to oversee the "reputational risk” of their Epstein tech bro directors and CEOs. MM: When I saw this: Elon Musk says it's hard to convince engineers with families to move to SpaceX's 'technology monastery' in Texas, it was clear: Elon Musk will re-reincorporate SpaceX in a really nice suburb somewhere near or around San Francisco in an effort to re-re-rehire talent (who may actually have families), after which a single white man who moved to Texas to join SpaceX will sue the company for discrimination against single white men who move to Texas, forcing Musk to re-re-reincorporate in Texas again.

While women leaders in finance are gradually becoming more common, that cannot be said the alternatives industry. But as traditional investment firms increasingly acquire alternatives and private markets firms, their leaders, styles and backgrounds are experiencing a changing topography. One of those to have been instrumental in helping build some well-known alts firms, from GLG to Moore Capital and now MCQS, is their President and CEO, Soraya Chabarek.Soraya discusses the characteristics of some of the top hedge fund performers, the egos and enigmas, females in finance, the art of selling, and how she helped reposition CQS from a hedge fund manager into an alternative credit platform.  She gives her view on where the risks and opportunities lie in today's credit market, how founder-led firms scale beyond star culture, and on resilience, grit, and what she looks for in a hire. The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

Schroders' Benjamin Alt reveals how Private Equity may deliver outperformance and could smooth out volatility, especially when markets get rocky.If you're interested in learning more, please visit: https://www.hartfordfunds.com/insights/market-perspectives/equity/the-private-equity-opportunity-set.html

En este episodio de Finect Talks, hablamos sobre uno de los activos más populares del momento: los ETFs. ¿Qué los hace tan atractivos frente a los fondos tradicionales o las acciones? Hoy, para profundizar en este tema, contamos con la invitada Silvia Senra, directora de BlackRock para Iberia y cofundadora de Women in ETFs. En esta entrevista, Silvia nos explica los factores que han impulsado el boom de los ETFs en los últimos años, su creciente popularidad entre los inversores y los retos que aún enfrentan en España. Además, en El Corrillo repasamos lo más relevante publicado en Finect: la FED mantiene los tipos de interés sin cambios, favoreciendo a la renta fija y variable, mientras su estrategia de espera refuerza la estabilización del empleo. A pesar de la tensión internacional, las bolsas no se ven afectadas. Además, el oro se presenta como refugio ante riesgos geopolíticos, con Schroders recomendando su inclusión en carteras, aunque algunos expertos aún ven potencial alcista pese a los temores de una burbuja. Enlaces del Corrillo: ➡️ Vuelve a ver Finect Outlook 2026 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=voCGDhyCJ3w ➡️ La FED deja sin cambios los tipos desafiando a Trump https://www.finect.com/usuario/avillanuevae/articulos/la-fed-deja-sin-cambios-los-tipos-desafiando-a-trump-y-destaca-signos-de-estabilizacion-en-el-empleo ➡️ La FED mantiene los tipos y refuerza su estrategia de espera https://www.finect.com/grupos/fidelity_espana/articulos/la-fed-mantiene-los-tipos-y-refuerza-su-estrategia-de-espera-mientras-crece-el-foco-politico ➡️ Los recortes de tipos de la FED pueden favorecer a la RF y a la RV https://www.finect.com/grupos/Capital_group/articulos/los-recortes-de-tipos-de-la-reserva-federal-pueden-favorecer-a-la-renta-fija-y-a-la-renta-variable ➡️ ¿Por qué la tensión internacional no está afectando a las bolsas? https://www.finect.com/grupos/mapfre-am/articulos/por-que-la-tension-internacional-no-esta-afectando-a-las-bolsas ➡️ El oro, escudo ante riesgos geopolíticos: Schroders propone su inclusión estructural en carteras https://www.finect.com/usuario/eduardogarcia/articulos/el-oro-escudo-ante-riesgos-geopoliticos-schroders-propone-su-inclusion-estructural-en-carteras ➡️ ¿Burbuja en el oro? Su precio no para de subir, pero los expertos aún ven recorrido al alza https://www.finect.com/usuario/avillanuevae/articulos/burbuja-en-el-mercado-del-oro-los-expertos-apuntan-a-que-el-precio-puede-seguir-subiendo En nuestra sección Finect Fight! comparamos tres plataformas de inversión en Private Equity: Crescenta, Trade Republic y MyInvestor. Participa y danos tu opinión en comentarios de iVoox o Spotify, o por WhatsApp: 663 160 194. Este contenido se ha elaborado bajo un criterio editorial y no constituye una recomendación ni propuesta de inversión. La inversión contiene riesgos. Las rentabilidades pasadas no son garantía de rentabilidades futuras.

Emerging Markets, once the darling of the asset allocators world, have found themselves increasingly discarded by those same allocators. Such became the re-allocation away from them and the magnetism of the US & its technology companies, that as recently as the end of 2024, Emerging Markets were at a 50 year low, relative to the S&P 500. With some improved relative performance, it may be asked if this is a flicker, or are we at the foothills of a bigger reallocation? East Capital's CEO, Peter Håkansson, discusses the opportunities, the lessons drawn from researching them for 3 decades, and what the drop in EM Government bond yields might be signalling. He explains why no central heating might indicate corporate failure ahead, which fundamentals matter, and why they prefer to take their bets in company position sizing, rather than in the country weights. He also discusses Frontier markets, the impact of foreign exchange and as a music lover he is, “reasons to be cheerful!” (Ian Dury & the Blockheads)The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

As Mike Milken said on this podcast, “the greatest achievement of humankind in the 20th century, was the doubling of life expectancy.” If living longer seems a powerful goal, the caveat would be only if it goes hand in hand with being healthy whilst being older, AND in not running out of money!In this conversation, Dr Andrew Steele examines, diagnoses, evaluates, and prescribes the implications, actions, benefits, costs and possibilities associated with living longer, healthier lives. He examines the financial and health aspects, the drugs already breaking new ground, why reasons for optimism are well grounded, and the associated leaps in scientific understanding.  Subscribe to stay up to date with our range of fascinating interviews, featuring some of the biggest names in global finance and business!The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

In this Christmas special, we reshare our conversation with Nicky Gumbel!  Very occasionally one individual can have a disproportionately powerful impact on a collection of people, but very rarely does that person's impact grow in time and reach, and expand beyond anyone's expectations and for millions, be responsible for enhancing their lives. In this episode we explore a slightly different realm: religion. Our guest, the Reverend Nicky Gumbel, talks of his own odyssey from barrister to clergyman, before widening both awareness and access to Christianity to those outside the church via the Alpha Course.  Alpha - a term which we usually employ in a very different context on the podcast - effectively rebranded and modernised Christianity for a new generation in the 1990s, with tens of thousands of courses being run by the end of the decade. The programme has now been translated into 112 different languages, and 30 million people have taken part.  In this interview he explains his own pivot to faith, how he was asked to take charge of the Alpha Course development, and in the subsequent years how its reach was extended globally. He explains how he built it into a global brand, how charismatic leadership can be relevant to all fields, the changing relationship between faith and secularism, the role of religion for prisoner rehabilitation, as well as thoughts on morality, money and giving! The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG. Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

When we interviewed Howard Marks in March of 2025, he observed, “It's the pioneers who get the arrows”. Many consider a 21st century investment pioneer to be Cathie Wood. She embraces disruptive innovation themes early, has faced intense criticism during large drawdowns, has reshaped ETF thinking and is characterised as bold, influential, and controversial.  Cathie explains why studying under Arthur Laffer inspired her to think about private sector disruptive innovation driving growth.  She explains how multiple S curves can operate simultaneously, and how Ark fuses the macro and thematic with bottom-up conviction, along with the volatility.  She continues by discussing idea generation and Ark's big themes including multiomic sequencing, energy storage and robotics. She discusses risk, benchmarks, setbacks, and where to go to find work in an AI disrupted world. The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG. Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

Ares is recognised as one of the leading global alternative investment managers, investing across credit, real estate, private equity and infrastructure. Listed on the NYSE, it has over 4,000 employees, $595billion in assets* and a substantial geographical footprint. Blair explains the high yielding Ares-managed listed vehicle, ARCC, which as a business development company (BDC) structure must distribute 90% of taxable income and averages 9% of yields*. He discusses how being a public entity gives them a “currency” which is highly valued by employees, and also how it has helped with brand recognition as its growth accelerated. We discuss European capital markets and the structural reliance on bank debt versus private credit (the inverse of arrangements in the US). He explains how it is changing, as well as the current headwinds and opportunities ahead. He discusses why over 1,400 conversations take place in Europe each year, but Ares makes less than 50 loan investments in direct lending, how they are deploying over $100 billion of dry powder firmwide, and the criteria that matter for them. He explains their focus on the middle market, their ownership of sports assets – including a $500 million preferred equity stake in Chelsea FC – and their other media and entertainment investments. Finally, Blair responds to the question around the growth of credit secondaries and continuation vehicles, assessing the motivation behind the growth, and risks associated with the wealth management sector's increasing allocation to this space.   The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.  Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube  (*AUM as of 30/09/25, BDC distribution stats as at 04/11/25)

Marc Rubinstein is author of Net Interest – a leading weekly newsletter on the world of finance. Before this, Marc spent ten years at leading hedge fund Lansdowne Partners, where he was a partner and portfolio manager. This was after he spent time on the sell-side working for Barclays Investment Bank (BZW), Schroders and then Credit Suisse, where he was head of the European banks research team. In this podcast we discuss:.   AI bubble historical analogies  1907 crisis and non-bank growth  Private credit risks  Fraud cycles and market corrections  Jane Street's technological edge  Exchanges commoditise trading  Banks adopt blockchain technology  Fintech challenges incumbents  AI disrupts entry-level finance jobs  Books mentioned: 1929 (Andrew Ross Sorkin), Land Trap (Mike Bird) 

Seb Mullins, Head of Multi-Asset and Fixed Income at Schroders helps us cut through the noise and identify the signals that matter for investors heading into 2026.We cover why the US economy may stay red-hot, why Europe and emerging markets could finally rebound, and the labour-market wobble that could decide whether the next 12 months boom… or break.Also in this episode:Is the AI boom a bubble?Gold's wild runEmerging market trends to watchStrap in for a rapid global tour through what matters (and what doesn't) as we prepare for another volatile year.———Want to get involved in the podcast? Record a voice note or send us a message And come and join the conversation in the Equity Mates Facebook Discussion Group.———Want more Equity Mates? Across books, podcasts, video and email, however you want to learn about investing – we've got you covered.Keep up with the news moving markets with our daily newsletter and podcast (Apple | Spotify)We're particularly excited to share our latest show: Basis Points· Listen to the podcast (Apple | Spotify)· Watch on YouTube· Read the monthly email———In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. ———Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In September we held our inaugural Money Maze Allocator Summit and over the two days there was fantastic discussion, debate, insights, disagreement and a lot of learning. It proved incredibly popular & much of that was a result of the quality of panels, moderators & topics. Of all the conversations, one that particularly resonated with us was the chance to interview Sir Chris Hohn about two topics with which he is fantastically acquainted: investing and philanthropy. As you will discover in this episode, he perhaps stands above most mortals with the clarity of his thinking and the extraordinary generosity and effectiveness in both disciplines. The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.  Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube 

Listen to this audio of a GeorgetownCRI webinar held on September 3, 2025 on the topic of private assets in defined contribution retirement plans. Two new GeorgetownCRI reports challenge common myths about private assets and demonstrate how modest exposures to private credit, equity, and real assets can improve retirement outcomes by 7% to 8% for workers with disrupted savings patterns. Joining moderator Angela Antonelli, Research Professor and Executive Director of Georgetown University's Center for Retirement Initiatives, are panelists Deb Boyden from Schroders, Will Hansen from the American Retirement Association, David O'Meara from WTW, and Kevin Walsh from Groom Law Group. 

In this episode of the Value Perspective, we're joined by David Iben, the founder and CIO of Kopernik Global Investors. Kopernik has a unique practice, in that they relocate their entire investment team each summer to immerse themselves in a market's culture, economy and on-the-ground reality. This summer, they were in London. In the episode we uncover what makes those short location focused deep dives so valuable for Kopernik; sectors in the UK that have caught David's attention; how they balance bottom-up fundamentals with the macro picture; their off-benchmark ideas sourcing; and finally, how they communicate their philosophy to clients. Enjoy! NEW EPISODES: We release main series episodes every two weeks on Mondays. You can subscribe via Podbean or use this feed URL (https://tvpschroders.podbean.com/feed.xml) in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts and other podcast players. GET IN TOUCH: send us a tweet: @TheValueTeam  Important information. This podcast is for investment professionals only. Marketing material for Financial Professionals and Professional Clients only.  The material is not intended to provide, and should not be relied on for, accounting, legal or tax advice, or investment recommendations.  Reliance should not be placed on any views or information in the material when taking individual investment and/or strategic decisions.  Past Performance is not a guide to future performance and may not be repeated.  Diversification cannot ensure profits or protect against loss of principal.  The value of investments and the income from them may go down as well as up and investors may not get back the amounts originally invested.  Exchange rate changes may cause the value of investments to fall as well as rise.  Investing in emerging markets and securities with limited liquidity can expose investors to greater risk.  Private assets investments are only available to Qualified Investors, who are sophisticated enough to understand the risk associated with these investments.  This material may contain “forward-looking” information, such as forecasts or projections. Please note that any such information is not a guarantee of any future performance and there is no assurance that any forecast or projection will be realised.  Reliance should not be placed on any views or information in the material when taking individual investment and/or strategic decisions. The views and opinions contained herein are those of the individuals to whom they are attributed and may not necessarily represent views expressed or reflected in other Schroders communications, strategies or funds.  Any reference to regions/ countries/ sectors/ stocks/ securities is for illustrative purposes only and not a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instruments or adopt a specific investment strategy. Any data has been sourced by us and is provided without any warranties of any kind. It should be independently verified before further publication or use. Third party data is owned or licenced by the data provider and may not be reproduced, extracted or used for any other purpose without the data provider's consent. Neither we, nor the data provider, will have any liability in connection with the third party data.  

En este episodio de Finect Talks hablamos con Kevin Koh Maier, director de inversiones de Finizens, sobre cómo combinar lo mejor de dos mundos: la inversión indexada y la selección activa de gestores value. Kevin nos explica el lanzamiento de Top Value, una cartera que agrupa fondos de inversión value españoles seleccionados, y cómo esta propuesta encaja dentro de la filosofía de bajo coste de Finizens. Antes, en El Corrillo, repasamos la actualidad de los mercados: las expectativas ante la reunión de la Fed, las previsiones de Carmignac y Schroders para 2026, y el análisis de Renta 4, Tikehau Capital y BNY Investments sobre el papel de la renta fija. También recordamos los consejos de BBVA AM para jóvenes inversores y los detalles de la final de Finect Talent 2025, que reunirá a las universidades IEB, Carlos III e ICADE. Enlaces de "El Corrillo": ➡️ Finect: Los analistas coinciden: la Fed volverá a recortar los tipos hasta en 25 puntos básicos https://www.finect.com/usuario/davidcarmona/articulos/los-analistas-coinciden-la-fed-volvera-a-recortar-los-tipos-hasta-en-25-puntos-basicos ➡️ Carmignac: Previsiones de la Fed y el BCE (octubre 2025) https://www.finect.com/grupos/carmignac/articulos/previsiones-de-la-fed-y-el-bce-octubre-de-2025 ➡️ Schroders: Los recortes de tipos de la Fed probablemente dispararán la inflación en 2026 https://www.finect.com/grupos/schroders/articulos/los-recortes-de-tipos-de-la-fed-probablemente-dispararan-la-inflacion-en-2026 ➡️ Renta 4 Gestora: IA, deuda y tipos de interés, los tres titanes obligados a entenderse https://www.finect.com/grupos/renta-4-gestora/articulos/renta-4-gestora-analiza-el-futuro-de-la-inversion-ia-deuda-y-tipos-de-interes-los-tres-titanes-obligados-a-entenderse ➡️ Tikehau Capital: ¿Es la edad de oro de la renta fija? https://www.finect.com/usuario/eduardogarcia/articulos/tikehau-capital-es-la-edad-de-oro-de-la-renta-fija ➡️ BNY Investments: La renta fija como activo de crecimiento https://www.finect.com/grupos/bny_mellon_im__espana/articulos/la-renta-fija-como-activo-de-crecimiento ➡️ BBVA AM: Dónde empezar a invertir, guía para jóvenes https://www.finect.com/grupos/bbva_asset_management/articulos/donde-empezar-a-invertir-guia-para-jovenes-de-bbva-asset-management ➡️ Finect Talent 2025: Todo preparado para la final https://luma.com/1fz5amlw?utm_source=finect_talks ➡️ Ver Finect Talent 2025 en YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gpwDrKrqpBg Y además... ¡volvemos a estrenamos sección! El fondo del mes by Self Bank, donde Victoria Torre, Responsable de Oferta Digital de Self Bank, analiza el ETF WisdomTree Physical Gold EUR Daily Hedged, una alternativa eficiente para invertir en oro y diversificar la cartera ante un contexto de volatilidad e incertidumbre. WisdomTree Physical Gold – EUR Daily Hedged https://www.finect.com/etfs/JE00B8DFY052-Wisdomtree_physical_gold_eur_daily_hdgd Ofi Invest Precious Metals R https://www.finect.com/fondos-inversion/FR0011170182-Ofi_fincl_inv_precious_metals_r Este contenido se ha elaborado bajo un criterio editorial y no constituye una recomendación ni propuesta de inversión. La inversión contiene riesgos. Las rentabilidades pasadas no son garantía de rentabilidades futuras.

On 30th September and 1st October 2025 we held our inaugural Money Maze Allocator Summit (MMAS). We gathered 120+ global investors & allocators - many of whom have been previous guests - for 2 days of fascinating investment discussions. It proved incredibly popular & much of that was a result of the quality of panels, moderators & topics! The moderator was the brilliant Annachiara Marcandalli, Global Head of Sustainability at Cambridge Associates.  The panel was Brian Menell (Chairman and CEO, TechMet), Per Lekander (CEO, Clean Energy Transition), Bill Orum (Partner, Capricorn Investment Group) & Kristin Eshak Weldon (Senior Managing Director, CCI).  The climatic changes challenging our world should not be in doubt. The responses, the consequences and the investment opportunities and risks are profound. The panel encompasses rare earths, electrification, power sources, uses and solutions, the EV charge, the continued role of hydrocarbons & much more… -- MMAS  - More Info & 2026 Event Registration - Please note that the 6th/7th October date indicated on the webpage remains provisional (as of 30/10/25). The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG. 

It's not every guest who would admit in their new book, with brutal honesty, “I've been vilified, satirised, protested against- a hate figure both on left and right.”  But it is also uncommon, if not without precedent, for someone who has led their political party, been deputy Prime Minister for 5 years, to then re-invent themselves, chameleon-like, move to silicon valley and join the senior ranks of one of the world's most successful technology companies, Meta.  Before he discusses his new book “How to Save the Internet - The Threat to Global Connection in the Age of AI and Political Conflict,” Nick explores power and politics, ambition and insights.   He speaks about content moderation and removing Trump from Facebook, the balkanisation of the Internet, and why AI might not be the existential arrival feared by some.  He laments Europe's failings, US tech dominance, why China is an immense technology force, and what is needed to achieve cohesion amongst the democratic powers in developing a tech roadmap. The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.    Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube  

Today's episode started as “Good Investor, Poor Communicator”, but as we researched this topic ahead of the conversation it became a bigger theme than simply, why at times, great investment managers are often less effective communicators.  In this conversation, we explore how communication is changing; first in the asset management community as firms adapt, and acknowledge the importance of their brand, through to the newer ways they seek to communicate, explain and position their enterprises.  Jen then expands into other incredibly important areas for young and old. In an A.I integrated world why the power of the spoken word assumes greater importance.  The tension of “literacy vs oracy”, how to think about “nailing the narrative”, “battle the sea of sameness”, “approach people in the hallway”, “navigate a tough capital-raising environment”, deal with “glass ceilings” and maintain “humility”.  And, of course, the two most important words in business…  The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.       Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube   

Tune in to this episode of the Security Token Show where this week Herwig Konings and Kyle Sonlin cover the industry leading headlines and market movements, including Toyota working with Avalanche, Institutional DeFi lending powered by Aave, OCBC's $1B offering on JPMorgan's Digital Debt Service, and more RWA news.   Company of the Week - Herwig: Horizon/ Aave Company of the Week - Kyle: Toyota Blockchain Lab   Market Movements: Aave Launches Horizon Platform for Institutional Borrowing, Securitize Embeds within Platform as “HyFi”: https://coincentral.com/aave-horizon-platform-launches-with-institutional-stablecoin-borrowing-features/ Toyota Works with Avalanche for Tradable Digital Assets and Vehicle Financing Model: https://beincrypto.com/toyota-blockchain-lab-mon-mobility-trust-networks/ US Department of Commerce puts Economic Data on 10 Chains Using Chainlink: https://blog.chain.link/united-states-department-of-commerce-macroeconomic-data/ World Federation of Exchanges Warns Against “Mimic” Tokenized Stocks: https://www.ledgerinsights.com/world-federation-of-exchanges-says-tokenized-stocks-are-mimics/ Republic Digital Makes Investment into Centrifuge: https://www.crowdfundinsider.com/2025/08/248271-republic-invests-in-centrifuge-boosts-tokenization-commitment/ Companies in the Token Debrief Include Seazen, Polkadot, Paradata, Better Use Blockchain, MANTRA, Pyse, BluBird, Arx Veritas, Redbelly, Cronos Chain, Crypto.com, Kraken, SEC, Schroders, Versabank (VBNK), OCBC, Kinexys by JPMorgan, State Street ==== TokenizeThis 2025 Conference Review: https://docsend.com/v/k8bn7/tt25 STM Predicts $30-50T in RWAs by 2030: https://docsend.com/view/7jx2nsjq6dsun2b9 More STM.co Reports: https://reports.stm.co/ Join the RWA Foundation and Read the Whitepaper: RWAF.xyz Learn More About WALLY DAO: WallyDAO.xyz ==== ⏰ TABLE OF CONTENTS ⏰ 0:00 Introduction 0:16 Welcome 1:31 Market Movements 21:30 RWA Foundation Updates 22:53 Token Debrief 36:33 Companies of The Week

When someone speaks with a deep of understanding of the banking and finance systems, is widely respected, and then expresses a strong but debatable view, about a developing asset class, we think it's important to hear that voice and to challenge and distil its key messages.   So in this episode we welcome back a former guest who appeared on the MMP in March 2023 during the banking storm, during with Silicon Valley Bank and then Credit Suisse. His conclusion was unequivocally that this was no repeat of the 2008 GFC, as has been proven.  In addressing his recent report from Oliver Wyman, titled “private credit is reshaping wealth portfolios”, we wanted to challenge him on several issues, including; Is it that innocuous? Is this a trend which will serve big private asset firms at the expense of individuals? How about bad times and souring loans? Does the loss of liquidity matter? Are we swapping risks from the regulated banking sector to the unregulated world of the giant private market firms?   And so Huw and I face off in a discussion on the risks and opportunities that are the hallmarks of this fast-growing slice of the investing world.  ​​The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.   Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube  

Enjoy a variety of career tips & life lessons from finance leaders in this compilation special.   This episode brings together some of the most insightful lessons and perspectives we've gleaned from past guests, covering everything from life wisdom to industry-specific strategies.  You'll hear from an extraordinary lineup, including Peter Frankopan, Ron Biscardi, Luba Nikulina, and James Anderson.   But that's not all—we've also included insights from Michael Manning, Stephen Roberts, Marcie Frost, Mark Boggett, and Chrsitina McGuire. We hope you find this useful!  ​​The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, IFM Investors, World Gold Council and LSEG.   Sign up to our Newsletter | Follow us on LinkedIn | Watch on YouTube