389. Oil, inflation and uncertainty

In this special bonus episode, recorded amid heightened market volatility, Darius and Juliet explore how escalating geopolitical tensions are reshaping the investment landscape. With energy markets at the centre, we explain why disruptions in the Middle East matter so much for global supply, inflation and interest rates. The discussion also covers why traditional defensive assets like gold have struggled, what alternatives investors can consider and how portfolios might be positioned in uncertain times. Finally, we assess whether recent market weakness presents long-term opportunities, highlighting regions, sectors and strategies that could benefit once stability returns.

What’s covered in this episode: 

• Middle East conflict and global energy supply
• Oil price volatility and inflation risk
• Impact on global equity markets
• Interest rate uncertainty and central bank response
• Why gold hasn’t behaved as expected
• Defensive assets: cash, bonds, absolute return
• Portfolio positioning in volatile markets
• Using ISA allowances in uncertain times
• Long-term opportunities in Asia and emerging markets
• Growth vs value in a shifting environment

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