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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks July’s market performance. While global equities pushed higher, particularly in US and Chinese markets, underlying risks are emerging. US economic data showed mixed signals, with a rebound in growth but a weakening labour market. Meanwhile, rising tariffs and political pressures in the US raise concerns. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jul 2025 11:29:00 +0200</pubDate>
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<br />
In our latest podcast, portfolio manager Nancy Hossack and political economist Frans Cronje unpack the country’s current trajectory — from faltering business and consumer confidence to the fragile gains under the Government of National Unity. Yet amid the uncertainty, a simple but powerful insight emerged: the entire country is the low-hanging fruit. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:31:00 +0200</pubDate>
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In our latest podcast, portfolio manager Nancy Hossack and political economist Frans Cronje unpack the country’s current trajectory — from faltering business and consumer confidence to the fragile gains under the Government of National Unity. Yet amid the uncertainty, a simple but powerful insight emerged: the entire country is the low-hanging fruit.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode, Foord Singapore portfolio managers Brian Arcese and Ishreth Hassen dive deep into the evolving landscape of innovation. They explore what truly defines transformative technologies versus short-lived trends, and how investors can navigate this complex space. From AI to biotech, cloud computing, and digital finance, they discuss the real value created by innovation and how it drives long-term returns. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 14:54:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for May 2025</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes explores what made May 2025 one of the strongest months for equity markets in the past year and whether the rebound is built on solid ground. She also reflects on how Foord’s portfolios performed during the month, highlighting the value of cautious optimism and global diversification. ]]></description>
					<category>Investing</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 06 Jun 2025 14:52:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for May 2025</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:duration>9:20</itunes:duration>
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		<title>From Underdog to Innovator: China’s High-Tech Ascent Amid Trade Tensions</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In this episode, Foord portfolio managers Brian Arcese and JC Xue discuss the recent US-China 90-day tariff rollback and what it means for the future of trade and investment. They explore China’s shift toward high-tech innovation despite sanctions and how this is reshaping the country’s economy and long-term growth prospects. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 07:23:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>From Underdog to Innovator: China’s High-Tech Ascent Amid Trade Tensions</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In this episode, Foord portfolio managers Brian Arcese and JC Xue discuss the recent US-China 90-day tariff rollback and what it means for the future of trade and investment. They explore China’s shift toward high-tech innovation despite sanctions and how this is reshaping the country’s economy and long-term growth prospects.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the month shaped by Trump’s surprise tariff announcement, which rattled global markets and rekindled fears of a trade war and US recession. From equity market whiplash and a rare bond sell-off to gold’s ascent and copper’s slump, she explores the mounting signs of economic strain. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 14 May 2025 05:03:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for April 2025</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the month shaped by Trump’s surprise tariff announcement, which rattled global markets and rekindled fears of a trade war and US recession. From equity market whiplash and a rare bond sell-off to gold’s ascent and copper’s slump, she explores the mounting signs of economic strain.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>Foord Insights | SA Equities. No growth? No problem!</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Join investment professional Linda Eedes and portfolio manager Wim Murray as they discuss the current state of South African equities, navigating political and economic uncertainty, and finding value in challenging markets. ]]></description>
					<category>Investing</category>
				<pubDate>Fri, 25 Apr 2025 14:50:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>Foord Insights | SA Equities. No growth? No problem!</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join investment professional Linda Eedes and portfolio manager Wim Murray as they discuss the current state of South African equities, navigating political and economic uncertainty, and finding value in challenging markets.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for March 2025</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes dives into the turbulent events that shaped March 2025’s market movements. From trade tensions and fears of a US recession to the impact of tariffs and shifting investor sentiment, she breaks down what’s driving the volatility. She also explores how emerging markets have demonstrated resilience, particularly through China’s recovery and gold’s rise to new heights. ]]></description>
					<category>Investing</category>
				<pubDate>Wed, 09 Apr 2025 14:45:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for March 2025</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes dives into the turbulent events that shaped March 2025’s market movements. From trade tensions and fears of a US recession to the impact of tariffs and shifting investor sentiment, she breaks down what’s driving the volatility. She also explores how emerging markets have demonstrated resilience, particularly through China’s recovery and gold’s rise to new heights.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from February. This month, she explores how the US market is losing momentum, with Big Tech struggling, investor confidence waning, and Trump’s tariff-heavy trade policies raising concerns. Meanwhile, European and Chinese equities are gaining ground, with China’s market surging 16% on government stimulus and shifting sentiment. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 05 Mar 2025 08:46:00 +0200</pubDate>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from February. This month, she explores how the US market is losing momentum, with Big Tech struggling, investor confidence waning, and Trump’s tariff-heavy trade policies raising concerns. Meanwhile, European and Chinese equities are gaining ground, with China’s market surging 16% on government stimulus and shifting sentiment.]]></itunes:summary>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from January. Linda explains the factors that helped Europe take the lead in equity performance and how Trump’s return to the White House, Chinese AI challenger Deep Seek’s emergence and NVIDIA’s historic market value loss are reshaping the investment landscape. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:45:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for January 2025</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from January. Linda explains the factors that helped Europe take the lead in equity performance and how Trump’s return to the White House, Chinese AI challenger Deep Seek’s emergence and NVIDIA’s historic market value loss are reshaping the investment landscape.]]></itunes:summary>
				<source url="https://rss.iono.fm/rss/chan/9331">Foord Asset Management</source>
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		<description><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from December. Linda explains the pullback in global equities and bonds, the Fed’s rate cuts, sector trends and what these developments mean for investment strategies heading into 2025. ]]></description>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 13 Jan 2025 08:44:00 +0200</pubDate>
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						<itunes:title>A Global Overview of Market Movements for December 2024</itunes:title>
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		<itunes:summary><![CDATA[In our monthly podcast, ‘Markets in a nutshell’, Linda Eedes unpacks the latest market trends and insights from December. Linda explains the pullback in global equities and bonds, the Fed’s rate cuts, sector trends and what these developments mean for investment strategies heading into 2025.]]></itunes:summary>
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