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Algy's Investment Podcast
Hosted by Algy Smith-Maxwell · EN
Expert investment insight from the people who know how to handle money. In this series, Algy Smith-Maxwell talks to some of the leading minds in asset management and investing on topics including compound interest, value investing, macroeconomics, US equities and the technology sector.
Guests includeTerry Smith, Anthony Bolton, William De Gale, Ben Whitmore, James Findlay, Roger Bootle.
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Anne‑Christine Farstad: How to Find Stocks Pricing in “Armageddon” (Before They Rebound) | #26
4w ago01:01:25Summary readyAre the best investors buying when everyone else is panicking? Anne-Christine Farstad breaks down how contrarian investors spot market overreactions, why volatility creates opportunity, and why valuation matters more than forecasting the future.Anne-Christine Farstad is a Global Equity Portfolio Manager at MFS Investment Management. She has spent over 20 years navigating market bubbles, crashes, the rise of passive investing, and global equity cycles.She explains:▪️Why market fear creates the best investment opportunities▪️How to spot stocks already pricing in “Armageddon”▪️Why volatility is a contrarian investor’s biggest advantage▪️The danger of buying cheap stocks that stay cheap▪️Why passive investing has changed markets foreverRecorded on: 18/03/2026
SummaryEvy Hambro: Governments Can't Stop Printing Money! Here's What That Means for Gold | #25
Apr 901:11:29Summary readyEvy Hambro is the Co-Lead Manager of the BlackRock World Mining Trust, one of the world’s leading natural resources funds, delivering over 27x returns since inception. He has spent decades analysing global commodity markets, central bank behaviour, and mining equities.He explains:▪️Why gold is no longer a “barbarous relic” but a critical financial asset▪️The real reason governments can’t stop printing money▪️How central banks are quietly accumulating gold at record levels▪️Why AI could drive the next commodities supercycle▪️The biggest mistake investors make when buying goldChapters:0:00 Intro1:55 Why Gold Has Always Been Money2:57 What's Really Driving the Gold Price4:18 The £15,000 Gold Bar Story7:40 Gordon Brown's Catastrophic Gold Sale10:58 Is Gold a True Inflation Hedge?13:14 How to Buy Gold Without Getting It Wrong19:17 Is This the Start of a New Commodity Cycle?21:30 Why Central Banks Are Buying Gold Again27:55 Why Mining Stocks Are So Volatile35:17 Inside the BlackRock Mining Trust38:20 What Makes a Great Mining Company42:46 The Stock That Went Up 8x in Months47:12 How Profitable Are Mining Companies Right Now50:43 Would BlackRock Invest in Politically Unstable Countries?53:20 Evy's Biggest Investing Mistakes56:03 How AI Is Transforming Mining1:00:34 Are Gold Companies Over-Earning?1:08:57 The Dinner Party IndicatorFollow Evy on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evy-h-5399b4b5/Recorded on: 02/03/2026This content is intended for UK investors only. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Capital is at risk.
SummaryPete Davies: Where are the Risks and Rewards Over the Next Decade? | #24
Feb 1201:27:10Summary readyPete Davies, Head of Developed Markets Strategy at Lansdowne Partners, explains why this decade could look nothing like the last. From rising public-sector risk to the return of tangible assets and a new AI investment cycle.We cover:The macro shift investors aren’t positioned for: re-industrialisation, capex, and de-globalisationWhy banks - not tech - may offer lower risk todayThe AI thesis most investors misunderstand (and who actually profits)Steel, energy, and “real assets” making a comebackHow elite fund managers think about risk, concentration, and mistakes• Stocks with potential to doubleWould he buy Starlink if it IPO’d?00:00 Intro02:27 The Big Macro Shift Investors Aren’t Positioned For03:59 De-globalisation, Political Risk & The New Market Regime06:28 The Hidden Danger of Investment “Style Boxes”08:53 Why Active Management May Beat the Index This Decade11:44 Inside the Portfolio: Why So Much Capital Is in Banks14:22 Banks vs Tech: Where Is Risk Really Lower?19:34 The AI Investment Thesis Most Investors Miss21:01 Picks, Shovels & Who Actually Profits From AI24:15 Robotics, Physical Intelligence & The Next Wave28:42 Defence Spending, Geopolitics & Aerospace Winners38:45 Tariffs, Trade Wars & Protecting Local Assets45:20 Gold, Energy & Nuclear: Positioning for Resource Scarcity1:04:22 Housing, Construction & the Case for “Real Assets”1:11:45 How Elite Fund Managers Think About Risk1:15:30 Investment Mistakes & What They Teach You1:19:33 AI vs The Human Brain: What Machines Still Can’t Do1:20:51 Stocks That Could Double (And Where Upside Lives)1:22:02 Adapting After 30+ Years in Markets1:24:00 Would He Buy Starlink?1:26:32 Final Takeaways for InvestorsThis episode was recorded on 12th January 2026
SummaryJohn Chatfeild-Roberts: The Investment Philosophy That Compounds Wealth Through Any Market! | #23
Jan 2500:53:10Summary readyThis episode was recorded on 10th September 2025.My guest, John Chatfeild-Roberts is a veteran UK fund manager at Jupiter Asset Management and former Chief Investment Officer of the firm. With over three decades of investment experience, he is best known for his work on the Jupiter Merlin multi-manager investment team, where he focuses on fund selection, portfolio construction, and long-term capital preservation.In this exceptional podcast episode, I sit down with John Chatfeild-Roberts, who has spent 30 years building one of the most successful fund-of-funds businesses in the UK - managing over £6 billion for more than 200,000 investors through the Jupiter Merlin portfolios.KEY TOPICS COVERED:Investment Philosophy & Strategy:- How to identify outstanding fund managers before everyone else- The "right people, right time, right quantities" approach to investing- Why patience is the ultimate competitive advantage in investing- Active vs passive investing: when each makes senseRisk Management & Portfolio Construction:- Why most people buy at the top and sell at the bottom (and how to avoid it)- The liquidity lessons that shaped 30 years of investing- Concentrated portfolios: Why they own just 13-14 funds with top 5 holdings at 60%- How they navigated the 2008 financial crisis (by positioning in 2006-2007)Inflation Protection:- Why inflation has compounded at 4.5% annually since 1981- The two main real assets that protect purchasing power- Gold allocation strategies (peaked at 12-13% during GFC)- How £2,388 season ticket became £12,896 in 34 yearsFund Manager Selection:- What makes an outstanding fund manager (love of the game, competitiveness, patience)- Why manager selection beats geographical asset allocation- The importance of neurodiversity in investment teams- How to avoid groupthink in decision-makingTIMESTAMPS:00:00 - Introduction02:23 - Growing up and early life challenges04:07 - Transition from army to fund management05:21 - What is a fund of funds?10:41 - Investment philosophy explained18:41 - Best fund manager selection (Findlay Park - 23x returns)24:01 - Portfolio construction strategy27:04 - Crisis management and the importance of quality holdings29:45 - Most stressful periods (COVID, GFC)33:33 - Best investment calls (China/commodities insight)35:14 - Can investors time the market?40:08 - Inflation concerns and protection strategies48:39 - Why fund of funds has a bright future50:09 - Book recommendations for young investorsImportant Disclaimer & Recording Date Notice:This episode was recorded on 10th September 2025. The views, opinions, market commentary, and portfolio positioning expressed by the guest reflect information and circumstances at the time of recording only and may have changed since that date.Any references to specific assets, asset allocations, or portfolio weightings (including, but not limited to, gold) are provided for general discussion purposes only and do not represent current holdings or ongoing investment strategy. Portfolio positions may change at any time and without notice.All content on Algy’s Investment Podcast is provided for general information and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, legal, or other professional advice, nor should it be relied upon as such. Nothing in this episode is intended as a recommendation, endorsement, or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold any investment or financial product.Listeners should not make investment decisions based solely on the content of this episode and should seek independent professional advice tailored to their individual circumstances.Guests and presenters may have held, may currently hold, or may in the future hold positions in investments discussed. Neither the podcast nor its guests accept any liability for actions taken based on this content.
SummaryWilliam de Gale: Investing in Tech, Making 300% Returns & His Top Stock Pick for 2026 | #23 Part 2
Jan 1600:34:04Summary readyWilliam de Gale, is Co-Founder and Lead Portfolio Manager at BlueBox Asset Management, where he manages the BlueBox Global Technology Fund. He brings over 20 years of experience in global technology investing, including more than a decade at BlackRock running its offshore global technology strategy with top-decile performance. William specialises in identifying high-conviction, high-growth technology companies with the potential to deliver strong long-term returns.Our guest challenges conventional wisdom about technology investing, explaining why they avoid the typical pitfalls of chasing disruptors, obsessing over revenue growth, and concentrating portfolios in mega-cap stocks. Instead, they focus on profitable "enablers" in the $10-250 billion market cap sweet spot, maintaining a remarkably low 30% annual turnover while generating strong returns.Key topics covered:1. Why semiconductors represent 40% of the portfolio and the rationale behind this weighting2. The case for cloud software platforms as mispriced opportunities in the AI era3. How all S&P 500 earnings growth since 2007 has come from technology companies4. Outstanding CEOs including Satya Nadella (Microsoft), Lisa Su (AMD), and Marcos Galperin (Mercado Libre)5. The fund's 24% return over the past year and what drove performance6. Why Adobe could be the next big opportunity despite market skepticism7. The importance of embracing volatility versus trying to avoid risk8. Why investors need at least a two-year time horizon in technologyThis episode offers valuable insights for anyone interested in technology investing, active fund management, and understanding where value is truly being created in today's tech landscape.Chapters: 00:00:00 - What Makes This Investment Strategy Unique00:04:31 - The Investment Team Structure00:07:53 - Portfolio Construction Deep Dive00:09:09 - Software Exposure and AI Misunderstanding 00:10:06 - Growth Expectations Across Holdings 00:10:47 - Three Outstanding CEOs 00:17:27 - Portfolio Concentration vs Passive ETFs 00:19:28 - Portfolio Turnover in Practice 00:20:11 - Technology's Earnings Dominance 00:22:04 - Performance Attribution Review 00:24:40 - Avoiding Company Bankruptcies 00:25:23 - Best and Worst Decisions This Year 00:26:16 - Mispriced Valuations: The Cloud Software Opportunity 00:28:32 - Required Time Horizon for Investors 00:30:15 - Outperforming Without Tech 00:31:33 - Stock Tip: Adobe for 2026 00:33:31 - Closing RemarksLinks & Resources:BlueBox Asset ManagementWebsite: https://www.blueboxfunds.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluebox-asset-management/?originalSubdomain=uk William de GaleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-de-gale-fca-cfa-a2692258/?originalSubdomain=uk Investment Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.Subscribe for more investor insights and interviews with top Fund Managers.
SummaryWilliam de Gale: Investing in Tech, Making 300% Returns & His Top Stock Pick for 2026 | #22 PART 1
Jan 1200:32:36Summary readyWilliam de Gale, is Co-Founder and Lead Portfolio Manager at BlueBox Asset Management, where he manages the BlueBox Global Technology Fund. He brings over 20 years of experience in global technology investing, including more than a decade at BlackRock running its offshore global technology strategy with top-decile performance. William specialises in identifying high-conviction, high-growth technology companies with the potential to deliver strong long-term returns. In this deep-dive conversation, William reveals:- Why the AI boom ISN'T a bubble (yet) - and the warning signs to watch for- The difference between Google and ChatGPT that most people miss- Why chip manufacturers represent 40% of his portfolio- His contrarian bet: Why Adobe and software platforms will be AI's biggest winners- The "picks and shovels" strategy that consistently outperforms disruptors- Why Nvidia's ecosystem is powerful but not unbeatable- His surprise top stock pick for 2026 (it's not what you think)William explains why companies selling the infrastructure (TSMC, ASML, Lam Research) consistently outperform the headline-grabbing disruptors, and why the market is wrong about AI's impact on software platforms.Chapters:00:00 - Intro 02:00 - Military to Finance Journey03:29 - Google vs ChatGPT06:13 - Who Owns OpenAI?07:24 - AI Energy Use08:10 - What Are GPUs?10:05 - AI Data Centers13:19 - AI Investment Scale14:07 - Safety & Guardrails15:17 - Big Spenders in AI18:11 - Artificial General Intelligence19:32 - AI Bubble Risk?22:18 - AI & Human Knowledge23:37 - What's Next After AI?24:13 - Tech Returns: 15% Growth26:02 - TSMC Leadership27:47 - Nvidia Explained28:33 - Nvidia vs Apple Ecosystem31:29 - Picks & Shovels StocksLinks & Resources:BlueBox Asset ManagementWebsite: https://www.blueboxfunds.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bluebox-asset-management/?originalSubdomain=ukWilliam de GaleLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-de-gale-fca-cfa-a2692258/?originalSubdomain=ukInvestment Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not investment advice. Always do your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.
SummaryFreddie Lait: Fund Manager Sold His House to Start £1 Billion Fund | The Risk That Paid Off | #21
Dec 801:07:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I sit down with Freddie Lait, founder of Latitude Investment Management, who went from studying mathematics at Oxford to working at Goldman Sachs and Rothschild, before taking the ultimate leap - selling his house to start his own fund management business in 2016.Today, Freddie manages a £1 billion portfolio with a disciplined, long-term investment philosophy that has generated exceptional returns. In this conversation, we dive deep into:Key Topics Covered:Why Freddie sold his house to start his fund (and the financial risk involved)The investment philosophy behind Latitude's successHow to construct a portfolio for long-term wealth creationWhy earnings growth and dividends matter more than valuation multiplesThe 6.5% free cash flow yield strategy explainedHow 75% of his portfolio is positioned for inflationPortfolio management vs. stock analysis - which matters more?Why patience is the rarest commodity in investingThe 10-year rule for judging fund managersBuilding a team of exceptional analystsManaging a concentrated portfolio of 24 global stocksThe difference between investing before and after COVIDHis 30-year vision for the fundAbout Freddie Lait:Freddie is the founder and CIO of Latitude Investment Management, launched in 2016. With 16 years of fund management experience, including roles at Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Rothschild, Freddie has built a reputation for disciplined, long-term value creation. His fund focuses on global equities with strong earnings growth, solid free cash flow, and inflation-resistant characteristics.00:00 - Introduction to Freddie Lait02:00 - When Did Fund Management Become Your Career?04:51 - What Is Financial Modeling?06:22 - The Scary Decision to Start Your Own Fund10:01 - Investment Philosophy Behind Latitude Investment Management13:45 - Why Patience Is a Rare Commodity in Investing18:30 - Finding High-Quality Companies with Strong Returns23:15 - The Importance of Free Cash Flow in Stock Selection28:40 - Portfolio Construction: Concentration vs. Diversification33:20 - Managing Risk in a 24-Stock Portfolio38:50 - Sector Preferences and What to Avoid42:30 - Understanding Free Cash Flow Yield (6.5% Strategy)47:15 - Inflation Protection: 75% of Portfolio Positively Linked52:40 - Technology Adoption and Portfolio Transformation56:20 - Google and the Magnificent Seven Discussion1:01:30 - The 80/20 Rule in Portfolio Management1:04:45 - Building and Leading an Investment Team1:09:20 - Personal Weaknesses: Being Too Logical1:12:50 - The 10,000 Hour Rule and 16 Years of Experience1:16:40 - What Time Period Should Fund Managers Be Judged Over?1:21:30 - Current Fund Size: £1 Billion and Growing1:24:15 - Managing Cash Inflows Operationally1:26:45 - Final Thoughts and Closing RemarksSubscribe for more conversations with successful investors, entrepreneurs, and product leaders!#investing #fundmanagement #portfoliomanagement #stocks #finance #stockmarket #wealth #wealthbuilding
Transcribe →Glen Finegan: Investing in Emerging Markets - Risks, Rewards & Realities | #20
Oct 1401:08:44Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Algy’s Investment Podcast, we sit down with Glen Finegan of Skerryvore Asset Management, a seasoned investor with decades of experience managing global emerging market portfolios. Together, we dive deep into the realities of investing beyond the US and Europe, exploring the risks, opportunities, and governance challenges that define emerging markets today. We discuss: 1. What defines an emerging market and why they matter for global investors. 2. The biggest opportunities in India, Taiwan, and Mexico — and how domestic consumption drives long-term growth.3. How to assess risk, governance, and trust in management teams when investing in volatile regions. 4. Why many state-owned enterprises in China, Brazil, and Russia fail investors — and how to avoid these traps. 5. The role of currencies, inflation, and political risk in shaping investment outcomes. 6. Insights into China’s tech market, Taiwan Semiconductor (TSMC), and India’s growing middle class. 7. The importance of absolute return investing vs. chasing benchmarks. 8. Lessons from history — from the Mexican crisis to the Asian crisis and the global financial crisis — and how emerging markets bounced back. 9. Why governance, integrity, and sustainable business models are the true differentiators in long-term success. Glen also shares Skerryvore’s investment philosophy, built on four key pillars: 1. Strong governance and alignment with minority shareholders. 2.Businesses with durable pricing power and compounding ability. 3.Resilient balance sheets. 4. Companies behaving sustainably for long-term growth. Whether you’re an institutional investor, a financial professional, or simply curious about the future of global investing, this episode provides a rare inside look into how top investors identify high-quality companies in some of the world’s most complex and fast-growing economies.
Transcribe →Alastair Irvine: World on Edge - UK’s Crisis, Trump’s Turn, and Putin’s Next Move | #19
Aug 800:52:47Tap to summarizeAlastair Irvine has been the Investment Director on the Jupiter Merlin Team for over a decade. He is highly respected by professional investors for his clear-cut insights and no-nonsense take on global events. He’ll be a regular guest on Algy’s Investment Podcast. In this episode, he breaks down:1. The current state of the UK economy2. Has the UK Prime Minister lost control of his party?3. The war in Ukraine4. Why has the U.S. bombed Iranian nuclear development sites5. Trade wars and the role of the U.S. dollar⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Intro01:11 The Skill of Managing Risk03:25 Rachel Reeves Budget Challenge10:24 Starmer's Benefits Reform Bill11:49 What Drives Economic Growth?13:12 The Office for Budget Responsibility Forecasts14:55 Will the IMF Bail Out the UK?18:30 The Effect of Wealth Taxes22:02 Are UK Equities Cheap?23:58 Who Else Could Govern the UK?27:07 Nuclear Energy in the UK30:06 Trump in Ukraine32:34 Trump's Impact on Global Stability 37:05 The Bombing of Iran39:16 Where is the World Most Dangerous Today?43:19 What are Global Bond Markets Indicating Today?47:13 Is Trump Trying to Weaken the US Dollar?49:43 Where are the Jupiter Merlin Team Investing?
Transcribe →Avinash Vazirani: 42x Your Money? India's Investment Boom Explained! | #18
Jun 1300:50:46Tap to summarizeAlgy's guest this episode is Avinash Vazirani, Investment Manager, Investment Manager of the Indian Equities Strategy at Jupiter Asset Management. Before joining Jupiter, Avinash was Managing Partner of Peninsular Capital Partners LLP, which he founded in 2005. Prior to this, he was CIO (South Asia and Africa) of BNP Paribas Asset Management. He was also CEO of GEM Dolphin Investment Managers from 1994 until its sale in 1997. He began his investment career in 1994.
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