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7 Minutes on Markets

Whether you’re an adviser or simply someone who wants to stay ahead of the week’s financial storylines, the 7IM podcasts deliver the essential context you need — straight to the point, grounded in data, and always forward‑looking.

Latest episode

Tuesday 07 April 2026

Navigating Market Chaos: The Kangaroo Economy

In this episode of Seven Minutes on Markets, hosts Sam Hannon and Ben Kumar delve into the current state of the global markets amidst ongoing Middle Eastern conflict and other geopolitical tensions. They discuss how despite the chaos and lack of clarity from political figures like Trump, equity markets have surprisingly thrived, showing resilience. With economic data from the U.S. revealing strong employment numbers and rising manufacturing orders, the duo highlights a marked behavioral change among retail investors who are now buying dips instead of panic-selling. Upcoming significant central bank meetings in late April might bring more insights into policymakers’ responses.

The views and opinions expressed herein are those of the participants and do not constitute an investment recommendation. Past performance is not a guide to future returns.

Meet your hosts

Ahmer Tirmizi

Ahmer Tirmizi Head of Fixed Income Strategy Find out more

Ben Kumar

Ben Kumar Head of Strategy - Wealth, Investment and Public Policy Find out more

Sam Hannon

Sam Hannon Investment Manager Find out more

Shanti Kelemen

Shanti Kelemen Co-Chief Investment Officer Find out more

Previous episodes

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Markets shrug off oil hikes: have we reached normal?

Sam and Ben discuss market behaviour amid rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, noting how markets appear increasingly unfazed by recurring crises.

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Stay calm and invest on: avoiding knee-jerk reactions

Ben and Ahmer unpack global market pressures, showing how geopolitical tensions and economic shifts affect performance—and why long‑term growth matters more than short‑term swings.

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Market jitters: the Iran conflict's ripple effect

Sam and Ben explore how the Iran conflict and the strategic Strait of Hormuz impact global markets, oil and fertiliser supply chains, and key economies like India.

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Navigating Market Turbulence: The Iran Conflict's Ripple Effects

This episode discusses the Iran conflict’s effects on global markets. The Straits of Hormuz closure has contributed to rising oil prices, creating uncertainty in the markets.

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