<p>What does 2026 really look like for investors?</p><br><p>In this first episode back for 2026, <em>Talk Money To Me</em> hosts <strong>Felicity Thomas and Candice Bourke</strong> break down what’s actually driving markets beneath the surface using institutional insights from global strategy teams across <strong>equities, credit, derivatives and China</strong>.</p><br><p>Markets may be broadening, but risks are shifting and in this episode we unpack what that means for portfolios.</p><br><p><br></p><h3>In this episode we cover:</h3><p><br></p><ul><li>Why markets feel calmer but may actually be more fragile in 2026</li><li>The rotation away from the US and why China and Europe are back in focus</li><li>The <strong>next phase of the AI trade</strong> — and why it’s moved beyond mega-cap tech</li><li>How to think about <strong>copper, infrastructure and electrification</strong> as AI enablers</li><li>Why <strong>private credit and high yield</strong> could be the hidden risk this year</li><li>Why Europe, particularly banks and credit, is quietly well positioned</li><li>The key <strong>2026 market catalysts</strong> to watch — from China’s NPC to US midterms</li><li>How UBS’s <strong>“10 Surprises”</strong> framework is already playing out in markets</li><li>What Felicity and Candice are actually doing in portfolios as a result</li></ul><p><br></p><p>2025 was about chasing what worked.</p><p><strong>2026 is about positioning for what’s coming next.</strong></p><br><p><br></p><h3>⚠️ Important Disclaimer</h3><p><br></p><p>This podcast is for <strong>general information only</strong> and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs.</p><p>While Felicity Thomas and Candice Bourke are <strong>Authorised Representatives of Shaw and Partners Limited (AFSL 236048)</strong>, the information discussed in this podcast <strong>does not constitute personal financial advice or a recommendation</strong> to buy or sell any financial product.</p><br><p>You should consider whether the information is appropriate for you and seek independent professional advice before making any financial decisions.</p><p>Information is current as at the time of recording: <strong>4th February 2026</strong></p><p><br></p><h3>📩 Contact &amp; More Information</h3><p><br></p><p>If you’d like to discuss any of the themes covered in this episode or understand how they may apply to your portfolio:</p><ul><li>Visit: <strong>www.cftgroup.com.au </strong></li><li>Or get in touch with <strong>Felicity Thomas or Candice Bourke</strong> [email protected] </li></ul><p><br></p><p>Follow <em>Talk Money To Me</em> on <strong>Spotify or Apple Podcasts</strong>, and share this episode with someone who loves their markets, macros and long-term investing conversations.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>