Episode 49: Investing

With global interest rates at record lows, and pandemic volatility everywhere you look, The Agenda podcast with Stephen Cole looks at the safer and more risky options for investors. 

[00:39] Moira O&aposNeill, head of personal finance at Interactive Investor, who explains why ethical investment is a trend that&aposs here to stay, and which sectors we should be watching for a decent return in a post-pandemic world.

[07:14] Arturo Bris, professor of finance at Geneva&aposs International Institute of Management Development discusses GameStop, Reddit and Robin Hood – and whether this year&aposs David and Goliath battle between the little people and the hedge funds is likely to change the face of investment as we know it.

Of course bricks and mortar has always been something of a safe haven investment but is that still the case in 2021? Uma Rajah, CEO and co-founder of property investment firm CapitalRise, gives an insider&aposs view [12:10]. 

What about the more alternative investment opportunities out there? Dominic Brennan, Director of Noble Rot Fine Wine explains why a good Bordeaux or a fine Burgundy are much more than just a tasty tipple [17:06].