Wake Up to Money All about Eva
Mar 27, 2026
Frances Coppola, independent economist, outlines UK growth and interest rate risks. Randeep Somal, fund manager, breaks down market volatility and oil futures. Sophie Millican, PR CEO, discusses business confidence and leadership in uncertainty. Eva Longoria, actress and producer, warns that consolidation could stifle innovation and describes her entrepreneurship and philanthropic work.
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Geopolitics Is Driving Market Volatility
- Geopolitical shocks are driving extreme market volatility across stocks, bonds, commodities and currencies.
- The Iran conflict and presidential statements have triggered rapid swings in oil, gold and US Treasury prices that feed into global investor turmoil.
Energy Pain Is Boosting Household Green Tech Demand
- Higher energy prices are accelerating consumer moves toward green tech.
- Greg Jackson's data (cited by the programme) shows big jumps in rooftop solar, heat pumps and EV demand as households seek insulation from volatile fossil-fuel costs.
UK Growth Is Particularly Vulnerable To Energy Shocks
- UK is unusually exposed to energy price shocks which amplify consumer pain and slow growth.
- Higher gas and oil translate into direct household costs and indirect input-cost rises, hitting demand and GDP forecasts.