Alex Newman

Alex Newman, a financial journalist, shares insights on the FTSE 100's exceptional performance in 2025, attributing gains to sectors like banking and healthcare. Mark Robinson, a market analyst, delves into the intriguing concept of the Santa rally, discussing its origins and what to expect this year. Holly McKechnie, a legal expert, highlights landmark legislation that categorizes crypto as property, outlining its implications for ownership rights and inheritance issues. Together, they unravel the complexities of today's market landscape.

Val Cipriani, financial journalist who unpacks Hargreaves Lansdown’s fee overhaul and who wins and loses from it. Alex Newman, personal finance writer who explores lower-stress ways to build wealth and why savers favor cash. Mark Robinson, markets reporter who reviews Cranswick’s trading update, premium shift and valuation questions. They discuss platform pricing, calmer investing strategies and Cranswick’s growth drivers.

Alex Newman, a writer specializing in behavioral psychology and finance, joins Julian Hofmann to discuss intriguing investment insights. They dive into Ashtead's move to list in the US and its market implications. Newman elaborates on how biases affect investment decisions, advocating for awareness in behaviors. Hofmann reviews Victrex's surprising share rise amid investor optimism. They also touch on the dynamics surrounding the acquisition of fintech firm Equals, exploring its market potential and the complex landscape of investor reactions.