Stock Markets Keep Stumbling – And How to Stay Calm in a Storm: This is Money Podcast
Global stock markets have fallen sharply this week. But is this a sign of more trouble to come or just a storm in a teacup?
In this podcast, Georgie Frost, Sam Barker and Simon Lambert discuss what’s behind it all and why investors should resist the temptation to tinker with their portfolios once the horse has already run.
Simon advises ignoring the voice in your head that tells you to leave now to avert disaster, but be aware of its existence.
Good news for motorists, as car insurance premiums have fallen for the first time in two years. Or have they?
They are still at near-record highs, having risen as much as 48 percent since 2022.
Sam explains why premiums are so high, who is hardest hit and how costs can be kept low.
Staying on the topic of insurance, there have been riots in the UK this past week. This is Money has investigated what your rights to compensation are if your home or car is damaged.
Elsewhere, Sam explains the latest tactics broadband companies are using to squeeze money out of their customers, and questions why regulator Ofcom appears to be looking the other way.
Mortgage rates have changed rapidly this week, with Simon collecting the latest deals and wondering how low they can go.
We also answer a question from a reader who wants to know what to do with his £80,000 redundancy pay. Can he put it into a pension to reduce tax?