Stories of the Week: Confidence in second BoE rate cut soars; Reeves urged to temper debt levels; UK labour market continues cooling path

BoE; debt levels; UK labour market: The biggest stories from the world of investment and asset management this week

Joshua Downes

18 October 2024 • 1 min read

iM Global Partner deputy CEO Jamie Hammond to depart

UK retail sales hit highest level in over two years

Partner Insight: Digging into the investment case for copper

Copper prices have risen sharply in recent months, but a combination of geopolitical and broader macroeconomic themes have left the near-term pricing outlook uncertain. At the same time, structural demand remains robust and supply is increasingly challenged. James Richards and Oliver Hextall discuss their conviction in the long-term investment case for copper, and emphasise the importance of remaining selective.

James Richards and Oliver Hextal - Co-Portfolio Managers, Fidelity Transition Materials Fund

07 October 2026 • 4 min read