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Looking to turn Market Chaos into Investing Clarity? Welcome to The Art of Investing - a brand new podcast that transforms market noise into clear investing strategies. Brought to you by IG, global investing platform, FTSE 250 and over 50 years in the markets. This isn't your typical finance show. Whether you're taking your first steps into the investment world or you're a seasoned investor looking to sharpen your edge, you've found your new secret weapon. Every Friday, join hosts Rich McDonald, Mark Holden & Chris Fellingham – three investing legends bringing you a combined century of market wisdom. They'll decode the week's biggest moves, reveal the hot topics that could make or break a portfolio, and share the insights that separate winners from wishful thinkers. But here's where we blow every other podcast out of the water: Introducing our live Model Portfolio. With IG's access to thousands of global markets, you'll watch our strategy unfold in real-time, unfiltered investment action, that you can follow. Every week, we'll pull back the curtain on exactly how the portfolio is performing. The wins, the losses, the lessons learned – it's all here. This is investing education with skin in the game. Are you ready to master the art of investing? This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. The content presented is not intended as personal investment advice, financial planning guidance, or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any particular securities or investments. All discussions regarding the model portfolio are for educational purposes only. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Your capital is at risk. The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in.

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May 29, 2026

How The Semiconductor Super Cycle is Sparking Stocks Surge

Rich McDonald, Mark “Spice” Holden, and Chris “CJ” Fellingham discuss how the semiconductor supercycle fuels stock surges and broadens market gains in this interview.

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May 20, 2026

SpaceX on Launchpad While Bonds Dampen Risk Sentiment

Rich McDonald, Mark “Spice” Holden, and Chris “CJ” Fellingham discuss market volatility, rising bond yields, and the attractiveness of cash in this interview episode.

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May 15, 2026

Taking Profits on Portfolio as Bonds Sound Alarm Bells

<p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This week on </span>The Art of Investing<span style="background-color: transparent;">, Rich McDonald joins Mark “Spice” Holden and Chris “CJ” Fellingham, bringing over 100 years of combined experience across wealth and hedge fund management, to unpack another fascinating week in global markets.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">US equities pushed higher as investors piled back into AI, technology and cyclical trades, while copper and mining stocks extended their rally. The team debate whether markets are becoming too complacent, why copper remains a major long-term investment theme, and whether investors are underestimating ongoing economic risks.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">This Week’s Highlights:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">📈 Markets Continue Higher</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> US equities extended gains as optimism around AI, earnings and future rate cuts continued to support risk assets globally.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">⚒️ Copper Leads The Charge</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> Copper and mining-related holdings delivered another strong week as the team revisit the long-term electrification and AI infrastructure story.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">🤖 AI Momentum Remains Strong</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> Technology and AI-linked investments continue driving market performance as investors rotate back into growth assets.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">⚠️ Are Investors Too Comfortable?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> The team discuss whether markets are becoming overly optimistic despite ongoing geopolitical and macroeconomic uncertainty.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">🇯🇵 Japan Still Performing</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> Japanese equities remained one of the strongest regions within the portfolio as international investors continue increasing exposure.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">🪙 Crypto Volatility Returns</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> Crypto and blockchain-linked holdings remained highly reactive as sentiment swings continue across digital assets.</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Portfolio Snapshot – Week 39:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(11, 11, 11);">Three positions were trimmed this week, with proceeds moved into cash. The team sold 5% VanEck Crypto ETF, 5% Vanguard FTSE 250, and 5% Xtrackers DAX ETF - raising the portfolio's cash position by 15%.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Weekly portfolio performance: +0.5%</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Total return since inception: +21.9%</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">2026 year-to-date return: +9.4%</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Top Performers:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">🥇 WisdomTree Copper ETF: +8.5% WoW</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">🥈 BlackRock World Mining Trust PLC: +7.8% WoW</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">🥉 iShares Nikkei 225 ETF: +1.6% WoW</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Underperformers:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">📉 iShares MSCI India ETF: –4.6% WoW</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">📉 Xtrackers DAX ETF: –3.5% WoW</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">📉 Invesco Stoxx Euro 600 ETF GBP: –1.7% WoW</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Big Questions This Week:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">• Is the AI rally overcrowded?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">• Why is copper such an important long-term theme?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">• Are markets underpricing economic risks?</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">• Can mining stocks keep outperforming?</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">What You’ll Learn:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">✔️ Why copper is linked to AI and electrification</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">✔️ How sentiment is driving markets</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">✔️ Why mining stocks remain strong</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">✔️ Warning signs investors should watch</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">📈 Download the full Portfolio Performance Slides</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;"> View the portfolio breakdown: </span><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/17aF7IJ4A6lWuiE-dHSmktXaE_eEm1AtH/view?usp=drive_link" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">here</a></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">📧 Get in touch: theartofinvesting@ig.com</span></p><p><br></p><p><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Disclaimer:</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. The content presented is not intended as personal investment advice or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any particular securities or investments. All discussions regarding the model portfolio are illustrative and for educational purposes.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Your capital is at risk. The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in.</span></p><p><br></p><h2><strong style="background-color: transparent;">May Incentives:</strong></h2><h3><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Transfer Cashback</strong></h3><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Get up to £5,000 cashback when you transfer £10,000+ to IG before 31st May 2026.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Code: TRANSFER5000POD</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">T&amp;Cs 📋 </span><a href="http://ig.com/uk/invest-campaign/transfer-cashback-value-apr-26" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">ig.com/uk/invest-campaign/transfer-cashback-value-apr-26</a></p><h3><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Free Shares</strong></h3><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Get £50–£1,000 in free shares when you invest £1,000+ before 31st May 2026.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Code: MAYSHARESPOD</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">T&amp;Cs 📋 </span><a href="http://ig.com/uk/invest-campaign/free-shares-may-26" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);">ig.com/uk/invest-campaign/free-shares-may-26</a></p><h3><strong style="background-color: transparent;">Cashback Offer</strong></h3><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Earn 2% cashback (up to £200) when you deposit and invest £1,000+ before 31st May 2026.</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">Code: MAYDEPOSITPOD</span></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent;">T&amp;Cs 📋</span><a href="http://ig.com/uk/invest-campaign/cashback-may-26" target="_blank" style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(17, 85, 204);"> ig.com/uk/invest-campaign/cashback-may-26</a></p>

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What is The Art of Investing?

Looking to turn Market Chaos into Investing Clarity?

Welcome to The Art of Investing - a brand new podcast that transforms market noise into clear investing strategies. Brought to you by IG, global investing platform, FTSE 250 and over 50 years in the markets.

This isn't your typical finance show.

Whether you're taking your first steps into the investment world or you're a seasoned investor looking to sharpen your edge, you've found your new secret weapon.

Every Friday, join hosts Rich McDonald, Mark Holden & Chris Fellingham – three investing legends bringing you a combined century of market wisdom. They'll decode the week's biggest moves, reveal the hot topics that could make or break a portfolio, and share the insights that separate winners from wishful thinkers.

But here's where we blow every other podcast out of the water:

Introducing our live Model Portfolio. With IG's access to thousands of global markets, you'll watch our strategy unfold in real-time, unfiltered investment action, that you can follow. Every week, we'll pull back the curtain on exactly how the portfolio is performing. The wins, the losses, the lessons learned – it's all here. This is investing education with skin in the game.

Are you ready to master the art of investing?

This podcast is provided for educational and informational purposes only. The content presented is not intended as personal investment advice, financial planning guidance, or a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any particular securities or investments. All discussions regarding the model portfolio are for educational purposes only. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Your capital is at risk. The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you originally put in.

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