On The Money
Every week, Kyle Caldwell and guests explore how major stories and emerging trends could influence your investments, offering practical advice and ideas to help you manage your portfolio. The show encourages listener interaction, inviting questions and topic suggestions via email. It is produced by interactive investor, a UK-based investment platform, and aims to provide accessible investment insight for everyday investors.
Episodes
200 episodes: 11 golden rules we keep coming back to
After 200 episodes of On The Money, one thing has become clear: successful investing is often less about finding the next big winner and more about sticking to a handful of proven principles. Kyle and Dave look back on the lessons they’ve returned to time and again, sharing 11 golden rules for investors.Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education Editor at interactive investor.On The
Autumn Budget preview and what’s happening to state pension triple lock
Ahead of Chancellor John Healey delivering his first Autumn Budget on 28 October, Kyle is joined by interactive investor’s personal finance editor Craig Rickman to talk through the changes that may be in store, with capital gains tax rule changes dominating the rumour mill. The duo also discuss proposed changes to the state pension triple lock in 2030. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investme
Can this market darling finally make a recovery?
With investors focused on Taiwan and Korea, India has really fallen out of favour as a market. This week's episode looks at what could bring it back to life - and what risks investors need to bear in mind.Important information:This podcast is intended for information purposes only and is not a personal recommendation. Past performance is not a guide to future performance. The value of you
What are investors buying? Inside the top 20 index funds and ETFs
In this episode, the focus is on the funds that are most popular among investors looking to track the ups and downs of a particular market, theme, or investment type. Kyle is joined by Dave Baxter to discuss the key trends among the top 20 most-purchased index funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) so far this year among interactive investor customers. The duo also look at a recently laun
This sector is booming - but have investors missed the boat?
With biotech and healthcare stocks making massive gains, a sector specialist looks at what has happened - and what might come next.Important information:This podcast is intended for information purposes only and is not a personal recommendation. Past performance is not a guide to future performance. The value of your investments may go down as well as up, and you may not get back all the
Solutions to the UK’s biggest pension problems
Our just-published, market-leading Great British Retirement Survey, which draws on the experiences of nearly 8,000 people, reveals the biggest challenges facing UK pension savers and suggests a range of remedies. Joining Kyle to discuss the key findings is Camilla Esmund, head of investor campaigns at interactive investor. The full report can be found here: The Great British Retirement Su
Key tax and pension issues in Andy Burnham’s in-tray
This week, the focus is on the key tax and pension issues in new Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s in-tray now that the Makerfield MP has had some time to size up the tasks at hand. Joining Kyle to discuss these topics, including the triple lock, is interactive investor’s personal finance editor Craig Rickman. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education Editor at interactive investor.On T
Portfolio Dilemma: we tackle six investment problems
In this episode, Kyle and Dave give their thoughts on a range of topics submitted by DIY investors, including whether there’s too much crossover when owning both US and global trackers, how to decide whether to cut your losses, what constitutes a reasonably sized position, and whether to invest a lump sum now or wait. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education Editor at interactive i
How to navigate extreme valuations
A respected academic metric popularised by well-known economist Robert Shiller points to valuations for the US stock market being higher only once, during the dot.com boom and bust. Joining Kyle to explain what history suggests will potentially happen next is Ben Whitmore, manager of the TM Brickwood Global Value and TM Brickwood UK Value funds. Whitmore also provides his views on whether
The overlooked defensive sectors to size up
Markets are currently obsessed with the artificial intelligence story, meaning plenty of companies are getting left behind if they don't fit the bill. This episode looks at the shares that have fallen out of favour, but could make your portfolio more defensive in a racy market.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, visit www.ii.co.uk/stoc
Terry Smith’s overhaul: what’s behind it and what’s changed?
Terry Smith, arguably the most famous fund manager running money in Britain today, has abandoned his buy and hold “do nothing” strategy and carried out a major overhaul of the Fundsmith Equity portfolio. Joining Kyle to discuss this significant change and explain the reasons for it is Dave Baxter, senior fund content specialist at interactive investor. The duo consider Smith’s buys and se
Why this investment type shouldn’t be ignored
In our latest episode, we tackle a topic that a listener asked us to cover: how bonds work and the role they play in a portfolio. Joining Kyle to cover all things bonds is Damien Hill, manager of BNY Mellon Responsible Horizons UK Corporate Bond. Areas discussed include how bonds are heavily influenced by inflation and interest rates, different risk levels, and why bond yields today offer
Top-performing funds and outlook for rest of 2026
In this half-time report, Kyle is joined by Dave Baxter to look back on the top-performing funds and sectors in the first six months of the year. The duo also consider key drivers for stock markets for the rest of 2026, as well as suggesting funds that could help make a portfolio less exposed to Big Tech and artificial intelligence.Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education Editor at
What's going on in private markets and why it matters
The SpaceX IPO has highlighted how much potential there is in private companies but how do investors get exposure ahead of the game? This week’s guest, Mat Masters, Chief Executive of Caledonia Investments, talks about the options available to investors, what they need to understand, and the risks and opportunities of investing here.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. Fo
How ISA tax rules are changing from April 2027
In a big shake-up to ISAs, it was recently announced that a new flat-rate charge of 22% will be applied on interest paid on cash within a stocks and shares ISA from the start of the next tax year on 6 April 2027.The change will be implemented at the same time as other previously flagged changes, including a lower cash ISA allowance of £12,000 for those under the age of 65, and a ban on tr
How to capture the emerging markets rally
Korea, Taiwan and other "emerging" markets have made huge amounts of money for investors in the last year. We look at what's driving it, and what to consider if you're interested in getting involved.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, visit www.ii.co.uk/stock-market-news.Important information:This podcast is intended for information pu
How to build a World Cup-winning portfolio
Football fever is sweeping the nation again after the men’s World Cup kicked off. There are parallels between the beautiful game and investing, particularly when it comes to team selection. In our latest On The Money podcast episode, host Kyle Caldwell and our head of markets, Richard Hunter, draw comparisons between investment types and positions on the pitch - goalkeepers, defenders, mi
How to spot cheap investment trusts
The yields and discounts on investment trusts can look appealing but there's lots to weigh up. Dave Baxter asks Winterflood's Emma Bird what we should consider first.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, visit www.ii.co.uk/stock-market-news.Important information:This podcast is intended for information purposes only and is not a personal
How to navigate the big risk worrying the pros
One of the biggest economic concerns for asset allocators is the prospect of a return to a 1970s-style period of stagflation. To discuss the reasons why a stagflation shock is on the cards, and how investors can attempt to navigate this risk, Kyle is joined by Tom Becket, co-chief investment officer at Canaccord Wealth. The duo discuss prospects for funds, shares, bonds, and alternative a
Most-popular funds for lump sum and regular investing
In this week’s episode Kyle and Dave weigh up the pros and cons of lump sum and regular investing. The duo also run through key trends among the top 15 most-bought funds, investment trusts and ETFs for both approaches. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education Editor at interactive investor.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, vis
The risks and rewards of investing in hot themes
Whether it’s artificial intelligence, space exploration or defence spending, investment themes have driven plenty of the big recent gains in markets. But the funds that target such themes can come with plenty of pitfalls.Our latest podcast episode looks at how to get the most out of investment themes and avoid some of the biggest risks.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast.
Q&A episode: retirement income from £250K, IHT pension planning, and are ETFs riskier than funds?
Our latest episode answers questions sent in by listeners. Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, interactive investor’s personal finance editor, to cover a wide range of topics including a realistic retirement income from a £250,000 pension pot, and how to approach fund risk scores. Do you have a question you’d like Kyle or Craig to tackle in a future episode? We would love to hear from you, a
My 10-point checklist for picking smaller company shares
Smaller company shares can make for exciting investments but they carry plenty of risk. The latest episode of our On The Money podcast looks at the checks DIY investors can apply when trying to sort the winners from failures. Charles Montanaro, an experienced smaller company investor, looks at some of the methods that work - and some of the lessons he has learned from a long career.On The
Tax traps to be aware of and how to beat them
Frozen thresholds mean more people are being caught by an effective 60% tax rate. To discuss this topic, including providing practical pointers on how to beat this tax trap and the child benefit tax trap, Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, personal finance editor at interactive investor. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education Editor at interactive investor.On The Money is an inte
Three ways to build an ISA portfolio from scratch
Putting together a portfolio to weather different conditions is no easy task, even in calmer times. For beginner investors it can be particularly puzzling, given there are thousands of funds to choose from.To help cut through the noise, interactive investor’s Dave Baxter has put together three hypothetical portfolios for different risk levels: cautious, balanced and adventurous. Dave join
The outperforming funds flying under the radar
Many top funds deliver their best returns in the early years, when the portfolio is small and the investment team is hungry for success. But spotting these names before the crowd is easier said than done if you're a DIY investor.The latest episode of our On The Money podcast looks at what tools you can use, what you should look for in a fund, and some of the names that have stood out in t
How to get your finances in shape ahead of big rule changes
The new tax year brings fresh annual allowances for ISAs and SIPPs. While it always makes sense to invest in a tax-efficient manner, the mantra of ‘use it or lose it’ has arguably never been as important. This is because from the start of the next tax year (6 April 2027) major changes come into force, with unspent pension funds subject to inheritance tax, a reduction in the cash ISA annua
Top tactics on how ISA millionaires invest
With just days until this tax year ends and a new one begins, the focus for this week’s episode is on the increasing number of ISA millionaires and how you can join them. To discuss how ISA millionaires invest, the steps taken to achieve the milestone, and what to consider when weighing up ISAs and SIPPs, Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, personal finance editor at interactive investor.In
When to sell a fund, investment trust or ETF
In another ISA-focused episode ahead of tax year end, Kyle is once again joined by Dave Baxter, senior fund content specialist at ii, to discuss how to review a portfolio. As well as examining the benefits of rebalancing, we run through key considerations when you’re deciding whether to keep the faith or sell a fund, investment trust or ETF. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Investment Education
The most-popular ISA funds today vs five years ago
With tax year end only a couple of weeks away, Kyle is joined by ii fund content specialist Dave Baxter to run through the funds, investment trusts and ETFs piquing investors’ interest. Kyle and Dave also look at back at the funds topping the popularity charts five years ago and explain the dangers of falling into the potential trap of performance chasing. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Inves
State pension changes: are you prepared?
The focus for this week’s episode is pensions ahead of changes to the state pension age, which is rising from 66 to 67. In a worst-case scenario, those turning 66 around this time next year face a delay of up to a year before they can claim the state pension. To examine the details and discuss how the state pension age will increase in future, Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, personal fin
Is the tide starting to turn for UK smaller companies?
Before the outbreak of conflict in the Middle East, the performance gap between UK smaller companies and the country’s largest businesses had started to narrow. In an interview recorded in mid-February, Kyle and Richard Staveley, manager of investment trust Rockwood Strategic, discussed why this area of the market is unloved, whether interest rate cuts will act as a catalyst for performan
Shares, funds and investment trusts: how to generate £10,000 of income
For investors looking to generate income from their investments, there are various ways to approach the task. For many years, interactive investor has complied three hypothetical portfolios to provide inspiration and support investors’ own wider research. In this episode, Kyle is joined by Lee Wild, head of equity strategy at ii, to explain this year’s portfolios for the £10,000 income ch
How to invest in times of turmoil
From ongoing conflicts to tariffs, global tensions and disputes only seem to be on the rise. And while this presents major humanitarian issues, it’s also something investors are seeking to navigate.What does a world of heightened tensions mean for portfolios? We look at what it means for different asset classes, regions and investment styles, with the help of our guest, investment veteran
How to perform a deep dive on funds, investment trusts and ETFs
When researching funds, investment trusts, and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), it’s important to look under the bonnet. But what does that entail? To explain how to understand how funds invest and the key things to look out for, Kyle is joined by Dave Baxter. The duo draw on their experiences of researching funds and interviewing fund managers to provide plenty of helpful pointers. Kyle Cal
US exceptionalism: is era of strong returns over?
The US stock market has delivered stellar returns over the past 15 years, which has led to the country becoming a larger part of the global stock market, meaning it now has greater influence over its performance.But several factors, including high valuations, a concentrated market, and geopolitics, could spell the end of US exceptionalism.To examine the outlook for US exceptionalism, and
Seven pension tips to get you retirement ready
What are the main items to put on your to-do list in the latter stages of saving and investing for retirement? To tackle this topic Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, personal finance editor at interactive investor. Craig shares seven key considerations to bring your retirement plans into sharper focus. In the episode, Kyle and Craig discuss the following:Firming up your pension plans (00:5
How to spot (and survive) a market bubble
The artificial intelligence boom has produced great returns for investors but they increasingly worry that we have entered a bubble – with a painful ‘bust’ around the corner.Franklin Templeton investment strategist Michael Browne joins ii’s Dave Baxter to tackle the subject, looking at whether we might be in a bubble but also how to spot one and what to actually do to protect your money.
How we invest and lessons learnt
We’ve all been there and made some investing mistakes. The good news is that there are ways to limit any impact, such as by having a diversified portfolio and investing regularly. In this episode, Kyle and Dave explain how they have invested over the years, running through the lessons they’ve learnt, and offering pointers on how to build a portfolio. On The Money is an interactive investo
Key changes impacting your money in 2026 and beyond
We kick off discussing the key personal finance and tax changes that will come into force in 2026. Among the topics discussed by Kyle and interactive investor’s personal finance editor Craig Rickman are ‘fiscal drag’, the state pension, dividend tax increases, and inheritance tax (IHT) changes to AIM shares. The duo also share their thoughts on big changes taking effect from April 2027, n
Reasons to be bearish and bullish in 2026
In our last episode of 2025, Kyle is joined by interactive investor’s head of markets Richard Hunter to look ahead to key drivers for stock markets in 2026. Richard shares reasons to be both bullish and bearish, and highlights three areas in the UK stock market that are piquing his interest.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, visit www
The big trends shaking up investment trusts
This week, Kyle is joined by ii’s Dave Baxter to discuss key developments and trends impacting investment trusts. The duo run through why US activist investor Saba Capital is targeting the sector and which trusts it has in its sights. Kyle and Dave also explain the rise in trust mergers (including why a recent high-profile merger was abandoned), and why they are fans of the move by some t
Where next for one of 2025’s best-performing investments?
Commodities has been one of the hottest investment areas of 2025, with both gold and silver prices soaring. To explain why commodities are in a bull market, and to examine future prospects, Kyle is joined by Olivia Markham, co-manager of BlackRock World Mining Trust. On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, visit www.ii.co.uk/stock-market
Autumn Budget 2025: the key takeaways for savers and investors
Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman to cover the personal finance contents of the famous red briefcase. The duo discuss the cut to the cash ISA allowance, reform to the Lifetime ISA, changes to pension salary sacrifice contributions, an extension to the freeze on income tax thresholds and higher dividend and savings tax rates.For more analysis, check out our Autumn Budget 2025 hub. On The Mon
Fundsmith Equity and key trends among most-popular funds
The latest episode of On The Money covers key trends in the latest edition of the ii Top 50 Fund Index (Q3 2025), which ranks the most-bought funds, investment trusts and ETFs among ii customers. Kyle and senior fund content specialist Dave Baxter discuss Fundsmith Equity’s exit from the index, why some investors prefer China over India, how to reduce US concentration risk, and the rise o
Long-term themes good for health and growing wealth
In this episode, the focus is on healthcare, a sector with enduring appeal. Joining Kyle to explain the key long-term trends he’s tapping into is Jamie Douglas, manager of Polar Capital Global Healthcare Trust. Douglas discusses ageing populations, and innovation by companies responding to medical needs, and also addresses performance and political risk. On The Money is an interactive inv
US tariffs or AI: which is the biggest risk for S&P 500?
In this episode, Kyle is joined by Julian Bishop, manager of Brunner Investment Trust, to discuss US tariffs, including whether stock markets have become complacent to the risk following a strong spell of performance over the past six months or so. While US tariffs played a big part in significant stock market falls earlier this year, Bishop points out that artificial intelligence (AI) no
Budget 2025: how pensions and ISAs could change
We’re now less than a month away from Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivering this year’s Budget. As ever, there have been plenty of rumours regrading the contents of the famous red briefcase, with reform mooted for both pensions and ISAs. To discuss what to potentially expect, Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, personal finance editor at interactive investor. The duo also debate the fiscal bla
Three rules for picking sensible stocks
With various stock markets and assets, including gold, reaching or close to record highs, investors who’ve failed to get in on the rallies may be concerned that they’ve missed the boat.However, one area of the market that’s lagged, but is still a source of cheap valuations, is UK smaller companies.In our latest episode, Kyle asks Artemis fund manager Mark Niznik to run through the three r
How to decide whether to take profits or run a winner
This week’s episode examines the dilemma of whether to run a winner or take some profits from an investment that’s performed well. Joining Kyle to offer his expert insight is Richard Hunter, head of markets at interactive investor. The duo discuss fear of missing out (FOMO), top slicing, position sizing, and much more. The idea for this episode came from a listener email. Have you got a t
Is 4.7% the new magic number for sustainable pension withdrawals?
Our latest episode – our 150th – tackles the dilemma retirees face over how much money to take out of their pensions, while trying to ensure their lifetime savings last as long as they do. The famous strategy is the 4% rule, which has recently been renamed the 4.7% rule. To explain all you need to know about this rule, including why it has its critics, Kyle is joined by interactive invest
Why these three sectors stand out from the crowd
The focus for this episode is where investors can look for potentially undervalued opportunities. Kyle is joined by Michael Field, chief equity market strategist at Morningstar, who explains why three sectors stand out from the crowd, and outlines share examples. The episode also covers the danger of potential ‘value traps’. On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more i
How to spot shares with ‘multi-bagger’ potential
Kyle is joined by fund manager Jean Roche to discuss how she attempts to find top-performing ‘multi-bagger’ stocks. While it’s rare for a company to deliver a four or fivefold return, let alone become a 10-bagger stock, Roche explains how she detects signs of a potential winner. Roche, who manages the Schroder UK Mid Cap Fund, an investment trust, also reflects on firms she invested in th
Four pension pitfalls and how to tackle them
In this episode, Kyle and colleague Craig Rickman focus on interactive investor’s market-leading Great British Retirement Survey. Kyle and Craig home in on four of the key findings and discuss ways in which these issues could be addressed. The topics covered include lack of confidence in the pensions system, lack of financial knowledge, pension gaps for women, divorcees and the self-emplo
Stock markets at record highs – is this a concern?
Following a number of listeners getting in touch over the summer, we’ve dedicated this episode to answering your questions. Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, ii’s personal finance editor, to tackle questions related to investments and pensions. We kick off by asking whether record stock market highs are a concern. Below are links to recent articles that Kyle mentions in the episode: Should
10 tactics when researching funds, investment trusts and ETFs
Returning following a two-week break, Kyle is joined by colleague Sam Benstead for this episode. The duo run through what private investors should look for when researching funds. Topics discussed include charges, the trap of performance chasing, how to identify funds that take significant active bets, and the importance of not buying too many funds in the same sector. On The Money is an
How to find defensive shares that can weather stock market storms
The sharp stock market sell-off earlier this year served as a reminder that volatility is par for the course in investing. During such periods, defensive growth businesses are expected to hold up better than those that are more cyclical and sensitive to economic cycles. In this episode, Kyle speaks to James Thomson, lead manager of Rathbone Global Opportunities fund. Part of the fund is d
Why investors overexposed to the US should think twice
Most investors will have a sizeable weighting to the US stock market, particularly those who own global index funds or ETFs, which have weightings of around 70% to US companies. Some active global fund managers go against the crowd by holding less in the US, including James Harries of STS Global Income & Growth Trust. James explains why over a quarter of the portfolios invested in UK
A dividend trend that investors tend to overlook
Over the past decade, Asia-Pacific companies have become more dividend friendly. This episode examines that trend, with the region arguably an overlooked one for generating income and generally seen as more of a growth play. Joining Kyle to discuss this topic is Isaac Thong, manager of Aberdeen Asian Income Fund, an investment trust.On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. Fo
Why these are investors’ favourite funds
In this episode, Kyle is joined by interactive investor’s Sam Benstead to examine key trends among the 50 most-popular funds, investment trusts and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in the second quarter of 2025. Among topics discussed are the types of funds investors are favouring to ‘own the market’, why interest in US funds is cooling, the investment trust sector attracting income-seeking i
Key takeaways from reforms to get Britain investing
Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman, personal finance editor at interactive investor, to cover the key personal finance announcements made by Chancellor Rachel Reeves in her Mansion House speech this week. The duo examine the government’s ambition to turn Britain into a nation of investors, the news that further changes to ISAs are being considered, and the omission of new pension reforms in
How this pro weighs up risks and rewards
The Asia-Pacific region is an adventurous area that can potentially add spice to a portfolio. Joining Kyle to share his outlook on the region and talk through how he aims to strike a balance between risks and opportunities, is Doug Ledingham, manager of Pacific Assets Trust. Doug explains why the investment trust has been increasing exposure to China, offers his view on India, and discuss
Key trends and top-performing funds so far in 2025
We’re halfway through the year and for investors it has been very eventful. This week’s episode takes a look back at key trends that have played out so far. Joining Kyle to help unpick it all is interactive investor’s Sam Benstead. The duo give their take on the investment lessons from the US tariffs causing stock markets to slump in the first quarter, talk through trends within the funds
The income risk investors need to be aware of
For income-seeking investors, the UK stock market has a rich dividend heritage. However, an important thing to bear in mind is the highly concentrated nature of UK dividends. In 2024, figures from Computershare show that the top 15 dividend stocks accounted for 59% of all UK dividend payments.To discuss the issue of concentration risk for income-seeking investors backing the UK market, Ky
How to build and simplify an investment portfolio
On the back of stock market volatility picking up in the first half of 2025, our latest episode talks tactics on how to go about building or improving an investment portfolio. Kyle is joined by interactive investor’s Sam Benstead to examine strategies that can be put in place, including potential starter funds for beginner investors, the core/satellite approach, the 60/40 portfolio and pe
Should fund managers reveal their ‘skin in the game’?
This episode asks whether fund managers should divulge whether they invest in the fund or investment trust they oversee. To discuss the topic, Kyle is joined by interactive investor’s Sam Benstead. The duo cover a recently published report on investment trust ‘skin in the game’, give their views on whether fund managers should disclose their personal stake, and run through the results of
How diversified is the global stock market?
In this episode, we look at whether global equity markets are sufficiently diversified. Are they too tech heavy and too reliant on the fortunes of the US? Joining Kyle to give his views on the topic is Dean Cook, a multi-asset fund manager at Aviva Investors. On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For more investment news and ideas, visit www.ii.co.uk/stock-market-news.Kyle
How to approach periods of stock market weakness
In this episode, the focus is on the UK stock market. We examine the sharp sell-off that occurred in early April in response to US tariff uncertainty, and then consider the outlook ahead. Joining Kyle this week is value investor Alex Savvides, manager of the Jupiter UK Dynamic Equity fund. Alex joined Jupiter last October, having previously managed a value fund at JO Hambro for just over
Where next for tech shares following the tariff turmoil?
Kyle is joined by Mike Seidenberg, who specialises in technology shares and manages Allianz Technology Trust. The episode focuses on how Mike has approached the uptick in volatility for tech shares in 2025 as tariff uncertainty spooked the sector. Mike explains that during the sell-off he bought two Chinese companies to increase the portfolio’s diversification, and runs through his latest
The key trends a decade on from pension freedoms
Having recently passed the first 10 years of pension freedoms, Kyle is joined by friend of the pod Craig Rickman to discuss how pension savers have been taking advantage. The duo explain how income drawdown, where you remain invested and take money out whenever you please, has become the retirement income strategy of choice. Craig also talks through pension withdrawal rates, and also cove
Gold’s in a bull market - will it last?
For this week’s episode, the focus is on gold, an asset that’s been performing very well over the past 18 months or so. Kyle is joined by Georges Lequime, a fund manager at Amati Global Investors, to discuss the pros and cons of owning gold, why the precious metal’s been in a rich vein of form, whether gold’s in a bubble, and the outlook for the commodity. Kyle Caldwell is Funds and Inves
Investment lessons learnt during stock market volatility
Stock markets have experienced an uptick in volatility over the past couple of months amid uncertainty over US President Donald Trump’s tariff policies. In this episode, Kyle is joined by Craig Rickman to discuss the lessons investors can learn from the stock market sell-off. Kyle also crunches the numbers to see how different types of funds have fared since stock markets started their de
What are active ETFs and should you invest in them?
In this week's On The Money podcast, interactive investor’s Sam Benstead discusses how active exchange-traded funds (ETFs) work with HANetf head of research Tom Bailey. They cover how active ETFs accurately track their underlying positions, why this type of investment product is becoming more popular, and the advantages and disadvantages of active ETFs compared with investment trusts and
Why ISA reform is on the cards
With Kyle away, Sam Benstead is back in the chair to host the latest On The Money podcast, which is focused on speculation the government may make changes to the Cash ISA allowance. To examine the topic, Sam is joined by Craig Rickman, personal finance editor. The duo discuss whether this will turn more savers into investors, and how they would change ISAs to make them simpler.On The Mone
Is it still worth investing in American stocks?
Sam Benstead is joined by Felix Wintle, manager of the Tyndall North American fund, to discuss the outlook for American shares.With American shares briefly “correcting” 10% this year, they speak about a range of themes, including the trade war, valuations, opportunities in tech and AI, as well as the economic outlook for America.Wintle shares his best investment ideas, and explains why he
How to invest like an ISA millionaire
Kyle is joined by Myron Jobson, senior personal finance analyst at interactive investor, to discuss ISA millionaires.They cover the number of ISA millionaires on the ii platform and how they invest, as well as their journeys to reach the magic seven-figure portfolio. Listen for tips on how you could reach the milestone yourself. On The Money is an interactive investor (ii) podcast. For mo
Why this top-performing stock market has fallen out of form
Today’s episode looks at the prospects for investing in India, which has been a top-performing stock market over the past decade, and performed particularly very well following the Covid-19 pandemic. However, returns have cooled lately, with the average India fund down around -17.4% over the past three months, and down -15.8% over the past six months.To find out why this sell-off occurred
Three ways to generate £10,000 of income
Kyle is joined by Lee Wild, head of equity strategy, to discuss three hypothetical portfolios intended to provide food for thought as part of income investors’ wider research. Kyle and Lee explain how they’ve structured each portfolio and run through the respective line-ups that aim to generate £10,000 of income in 2025. To read the £10,000 portfolio articles, follow the links below:Lee’s
ISA ideas: most-popular funds, trends and overlooked areas
This week Kyle’s joined by friend of the pod Sam Benstead to explain why certain funds are consistently popular with investors. The duo also discuss trends, including investors looking to increase diversification within the US stock market. Kyle and Sam also examine three overlooked areas carrying cheap price tags and share some fund ideas.Sam is fixed income lead at interactive investor
Investment trust discounts: problem or opportunity for investors?
Activist investor Saba Capital has put investment trust discounts in the spotlight. In its view, discounts can leave investors trapped. In this episode, we take a deep dive into discounts, examining whether they are a problem or opportunity for investors. Joining Kyle to discuss this topic is Charlotte Cuthbertson, co-manager of MIGO Opportunities Trust, which specialises in hunting for i
