Ollie Smith is a UK Editor for Morningstar, contributing articles on a wide range of topics including finance, investment, politics, and social issues. With a focus on providing insightful analysis and commentary, Ollie aims to inform and engage readers with timely and thought-provoking content.
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Ollie Smith's coverage spans government & politics, finance & economy, and sustainability. His articles cover a wide range of topics including investment, the UK economy, stock market movements, charitable donations, Trump-related impacts on markets and COP28.
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Given his focus on citing data in his articles it is crucial for sources reaching out to him have access to relevant and accurate data supporting their insights. Additionally, experts who can discuss the implications of political decisions on the financial markets would likely appeal greatly to Ollie given his coverage attributes.
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By: Ollie Smith
Shareholders now get a ‘continuation vote’ on whether the trust’s current strategy should continue.
By: Ollie Smith, James Gard
Two UK retailers and a housebuilder were relegated to the FTSE 250.
Two UK retailers and a housebuilder were relegated to the FTSE 250.
By: Ollie Smith
Much hinges on the market's assumption that interest rates will continue to fall. Events don't obey the convenient constraints of calendar years.
Falling interest rates will continue to boost UK equities next year; dealmaking activity will hand shareholders healthy paychecks; and at least one of the UK's listed laggards will make a big comeback.
By: Ollie Smith
Shares in equipment rental company Ashtead AHT are down this morning on a profit warning, but its decision to exit the FTSE 100 in favor of a US listing is what has really raised eyebrows.
The Bank of England (BoE) will likely hold interest rates at 4.75% on Thursday this week, FactSet consensus indicates.
A new year is approaching. With it, there is a revised timetable of trading hours that professional investors will have to observe during the festive period and into 2025.
By: Ollie Smith
Inflation now at its highest level since March 2024.
The Bank of England has held rates at 4.75%, citing concerns over persistent inflation.
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