What does 2024 maintain for traders? This is Money podcast
The Footsie simply managed to maintain its head above water in 2023 – however throughout the Atlantic inventory market returns had been glowing.
The distinction is stark, with the FTSE 100 up 1.9 per cent this yr, whereas the S&P 500 has soared 24 per cent.
So, have traders had a very good yr and what does 2024 maintain?
On this podcast, Georgie Frost, Tanya Jefferies and Simon Lambert look again at what occurred to shares, bonds, gold and different investments this yr.
And with consultants getting their crystal balls out, the group run the rule over the forecasts for 2024.
Can the Magnificent Seven preserve delivering, will the bond market handle to have a quieter yr, and will this lastly be the time for UK shares?
The group take a look at the important thing themes for traders and whether or not they may deliver a lift or a problem, from falling inflation, to price cuts, recession vs restoration, and looming elections all over the world.
Also on the present, a query from a reader whose early retirement dream has vanished as a result of Boots pension scheme shifting and a home-swapping tax puzzle.
And lastly, take heed to the top for a listeners nook replace on an opportunity encounter with a podcast viewers member for Simon and an replace on Lee Boyce’s kettle.