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Our latest Alternative Thinking podcast is now live!

In today’s rapidly evolving global economic landscape, we’re excited to introduce the first episode in a three-part mini-series of our Alternative Thinking podcast, featuring Simon French and Kallum Pickering. This special series lays the groundwork for our new quarterly feature, offering clear, balanced insights into the key economic forces impacting both global and UK public and private markets.

 In this opening episode, we turn our focus to the global economy, examining the growing risks of a trade war and the potential return to 1930s-style tariffs. With expert analysis, we explore the impact of fractured supply chains, shifting dollar dynamics, and intensifying geopolitical pressures. From investor uncertainty and weakening multilateral trade systems to the rise of bilateralism and Europe’s potential defence-tech resurgence, this episode is essential listening for anyone looking to make sense of the changing economic tides.

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Our latest Alternative Thinking podcast is now live!

In this episode, we explore the latest developments shaping the financial and investment landscape as the tax year drew to a close. We begin with a review of tax season trends, highlighting the continued strength of VCT inflows which are a clear indication of sustained demand for tax-efficient investments in a challenging economic climate. The discussion also covers recent activity in the AIM market, offering insights into performance and opportunities for clients seeking growth or Business Relief. Looking ahead, we unpack the upcoming pension regulation changes set for 2026, outlining what financial advisers and their clients need to consider now to stay ahead. Whether you're an adviser, investor, or industry professional, this episode delivers timely insights and practical takeaways from a fast-moving financial environment.

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Our latest Alternative Thinking podcast is now live!

In this episode, we explore the growing appeal of evergreen EIS funds, what sets them apart, how they’re structured, and why long-term investors are taking notice. Guests Mark Bower-Easton (Oxford Capital) and Andrew Aldridge (Deepbridge Capital) join us to discuss fund fees, transparency efforts with EISA, and how fee models impact investor returns.

We also dive into liquidity and exit opportunities, examining current trends in the EIS market, challenges ahead, and the role of AIM and the LSE in providing exit routes for investors.Tune in now for expert insights and practical takeaways for investors, fund managers, and anyone interested in the future of EIS.

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Our latest Alternative Thinking podcast is now live! In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data with two incredible guests, Prof. Andy Pardoe, Founder of VentureFlows, and David Walters, Investment Director at River Capital. From AI’s origins to its game changing impact today and where it might take us next, we explore the past, present, and future of this transformative technology. Don’t miss it!

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Our latest Alternative Thinking podcast is now live! On this episode, we’re joined by Kealan Doyle, CEO & Co-Founder of Symvan Capital, and Jeffrey Faustin, Managing Partner & CIO at Jenson Ventures, for an insightful discussion on SEIS, exits, and liquidity. We explore the key differences between SEIS and EIS, the benefits of running separate funds, and the realities of exits in today’s economic climate. How long should investors realistically expect to wait for exit proceeds? Is there a trade-off between maximising exit value and returning capital sooner?

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The next episode of our Alternative Thinking Podcast isnow live, and we are delighted to welcome our guest Sam Smith, founder of Cavendish Financial, author of The Secret Sauce and champion of entrepreneurship in the UK, with her exciting new venture, Superscalers. The podcast takes a deep dive into the UK start up ecosystem, from the roots of founding businesses to the vital part of superscaling to over £50m revenue. We discuss the importance of capital markets, funding options, government policy, the challenges for founders, particularly underrepresented, and the huge part entrepreneurship plays for UK growth.

Our latest Alternative Thinking podcast is now live! Join us as we welcome Paul Davidson from Octopus Ventures, Will Fraser-Allen from Albion Capital, and Paul Mattick from Mercia and the Northern VCTs as we explore the VCT market past, present and future, to commemorate the 30th anniversary of VCTs!

On this week's Alternative Thinking episode we welcome regular guest Dr Paul Mattick, Head of Sales & Private Investor Relations at Mercia Asset Management, as well as Andrew Baird, Strategic Partnerships at Downing to discuss the recent Autumn Budget and the US election, and their effects on tax efficient products.

We were delighted to have this week as our guest Kallum Pickering, Chief Economist at Peel Hunt, for an insightful episode of the 'Alternative Thinking' podcast. This episode dives into the recent U.S. election result and explores its macro implications for both global and UK markets, along with discussions on the recent fiscal changes in the Autumn Budget.

On today’s episode of our ‘Alternative Thinking’ podcast we welcome Stuart Beaver, Wealth Planning Director at Cazenove Capital. On this episode, Stuart talks to us about asset allocation, the cyclical nature of the markets and navigating them, where alternatives feature in investor portfolios and the need for technology and platforms.

This episode of our 'Alternative Thinking' podcast focuses on the upcoming Autumn Budget and the potential impact to the tax efficient investment landscape. We welcome back our regular guests Paul Mattick from Mercia and the Northern VCTs and Nick Priest from Downing, who join our hosts, Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson, as they delve into possible tax changes affecting capital gains, inheritance, carried interest and pensions.

On today's 'Alternative Thinking' podcast we welcome Christiana Stewart-Lockhart, Director General at the Enterprise Investment Scheme Association (EISA) and Luke Barnett, Chair of the Research and Education Committee at EISA and Head of Tax Advantaged Investments at St. James’s Place Wealth Management along with our hosts Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson to discuss EISA, the importance of EIS/SEIS schemes, industry trends and challenges.

On today’s ‘Alternative Thinking’ podcast we welcome special guest Lee Coates OBE, Director at ESG Accord along with our hosts, Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson where we discuss the recent introduction of the anti-greenwashing rules, the imminent arrival of the Fund Sustainability Labels accompanied by the sustainability disclosures requirements and what this means from a Wealth Manager's perspective.

On today’s ‘Alternative Thinking’ podcast we welcome special guest Lee Coates OBE, Director at ESG Accord along with our hosts, Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson where we discuss the recent introduction of the anti-greenwashing rules, the imminent arrival of the Fund Sustainability Labels accompanied by the sustainability disclosures requirements and what this means from a Fund Manager's perspective.

On today’s  ‘Alternative Thinking’ podcast we welcome special guest Simon French, Chief Economist and Head of Research at UK investment bank, Panmure Gordon along with our hosts, Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson where we discuss the current state of the nation.

On today’s  ‘Alternative Thinking’ podcast we continue to focus and reflect on the past season (2023-24) within the tax efficient space.

We are delighted to welcome back to the sofa for Part Two, Paul Mattick from Mercia Asset Management and Nick Priest from Downing along with our hosts, Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson.

On today’s ‘Alternative Thinking’ podcast we focus and reflect on the past season (2023-24) within the tax efficient space.

We are delighted to welcome back to the sofa, Paul Mattick from Mercia Asset Management and Nick Priest from Downing along with our hosts, Melissa Griffiths and Steve Dobson.

Look out for Part Two also!

In this episode we focus on the Tax Year End, with our regular guests,Paul Mattick from Mercia Asset Management and Nick Priest from Downing, returning with their valuable intel on current themes.

We discuss recent trends seen this season across VCTs, IHT products, both AIM and asset backed, and EIS funds, including Knowledge Intensive funds, in the tax efficient landscape. 

Todays focus the Spring Budget, with guests Nick Priest from Downing and Paul Mattick from Mercia and the Northern VCTs.

Topics discussed include Inheritance Tax, Industry sectors such as Green Industries, the new British ISA,  PISCES and the overall economic outlook going forward.