Word on the Street

Will Hobbs speaks with Ned Naylor-Leyland about the role of precious metals in investment portfolios and the importance of diversification. They discuss the end of the gold standard, imagine future scenarios in investing, and highlight concerns and excitement about the investment landscape.

Will Hobbs, Frank Paone, and Kewjin Yuoh discuss the rising demand for bond investments, duration as a risk measure, challenges and opportunities in bond investments, and aligning with clients' needs for all-weather returns.

Judith Mackenzie, Head of Downing Fund Managers, discusses challenges and opportunities in UK small and medium-sized market, including due diligence, corporate behavior, and impact of the pandemic. They focus on unique companies with low debt and management stake, and the need to control what they can in the market.

Behavioural finance expert Maya Welford, wealth manager Miles Sherry, and chief investment officer Will Hobbs discuss topics troubling investors like rising cash rates, geopolitical uncertainties, and the potential disruptive impact of China's economy. They also emphasize the importance of global economy progress, balanced mix, and focusing on long-term prospects in investment decisions.

We talk about how behavioural biases can affect investors and what you can do to defend against them, with Maya Welford (Behavioural Finance Expert), Stephen Peters (Senior Investment Specialist), and Will Hobbs (Chief Investment Officer). To find out about starting your investment journey with Barclays, visit www.barclays.co.uk/investments You can also follow us on LinkedIn for more Barclays investment updates - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-digital-investments/ And for Barclays Wealth Management updates - https://www.linkedin.com/company/barclays-wealth-and-investment-management/

We look at the investment opportunities in Asian stock markets, where the potential risks may lie and what to consider when investing across the region with Maya Welford (Behavioural Finance Expert), Rob Mansell (Senior Investment Manager) and Sean Markowicz (Investment Strategist). To find out about starting your investment journey with Barclays, visit www.barclays.co.uk/investments You can also follow us on LinkedIn for more Barclays investment updates - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-digital-investments/ And for Barclays Wealth Management updates - https://www.linkedin.com/company/barclays-wealth-and-investment-management/

We discuss the bond market, why investing in bonds may be beneficial in the current environment, the risks involved and what to consider if you are investing in bonds with Maya Welford (Behavioural Finance Expert), Chris Bamford (Head of Fixed Income Manager Selection) and Alan Budenberg (Investment Consultant). To find out about starting your investment journey with Barclays, visit www.barclays.co.uk/investments You can also follow us on LinkedIn for more Barclays investment updates - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-digital-investments/ And for Barclays Wealth Management updates - https://www.linkedin.com/company/barclays-wealth-and-investment-management/

We talk about how the US has managed to subdue inflation and remain a leading global market, as well as where opportunities may be for investors, with Sarah Gresty (Head of Investments), Stephen Peters (Senior Investment Specialist), and Francis Addai (Senior Investment Strategist). To find out about starting your investment journey with Barclays, visit www.barclays.co.uk/investments You can also follow us on LinkedIn for more Barclays investment updates - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-digital-investments/ And for Barclays Wealth Management updates - https://www.linkedin.com/company/barclays-wealth-and-investment-management/

We discuss what our clients and customers are asking us about our recent Strategic Asset Allocation update and our latest tactical views, with Sarah Gresty (Head of Investments), Miles Sherry (Wealth Manager), and Luke Pearce (Senior Investment Strategist). To find out about starting your investment journey with Barclays, visit www.barclays.co.uk/investments You can also follow us on LinkedIn for more Barclays investment updates - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-digital-investments/ And for Barclays Wealth Management updates - https://www.linkedin.com/company/barclays-wealth-and-investment-management/

Jean-Paul Jaegers (Head of Asset Allocation) talks with Iain Stealey (CIO for Global Fixed Income at J.P. Morgan Asset Management), unpacking some insights into the world of investing as a fixed income team and how high inflation and interest rates create investment opportunities. They also explore what to look out for on the horizon. To find out about starting your investment journey with Barclays, visit www.barclays.co.uk/investments You can also follow us on LinkedIn for more Barclays investment updates - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/barclays-digital-investments/ And for Barclays Wealth Management updates - https://www.linkedin.com/company/barclays-wealth-and-investment-management/