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Covid-19: One Year On

Episode 12 - Eye of the Needle podcast

In this podcast from the Eye of the Needle team, Toby Nangle, Global Head of Asset Allocation at Columbia Threadneedle Investments, reflects on the extraordinary year we’ve had – a year that challenged families, companies, markets, economies and governments. From the immediate market reaction and trends that have accelerated in the last year, to the outlook for inflation, interest rates and asset classes, Toby offers his unique insight on the huge and ongoing impacts of the coronavirus.

About this podcast
Eye of the Needle is a magazine-style podcast that aims to demystify the world of investing and shine a light on the people that look after your money. Featuring guests from the Columbia Threadneedle investments team and regular segments that cover personal finance and investing, Eye of the Needle is a must-listen for anyone looking to learn more about money, with a direct line to the people at the centre of Columbia Threadneedle Investments.
8 April 2021
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The research and analysis included on this website has been produced by Columbia Threadneedle Investments for its own investment management activities, may have been acted upon prior to publication and is made available here incidentally. Any opinions expressed are made as at the date of publication but are subject to change without notice and should not be seen as investment advice. Information obtained from external sources is believed to be reliable but its accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed.

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The research and analysis included on this website has been produced by Columbia Threadneedle Investments for its own investment management activities, may have been acted upon prior to publication and is made available here incidentally. Any opinions expressed are made as at the date of publication but are subject to change without notice and should not be seen as investment advice. Information obtained from external sources is believed to be reliable but its accuracy or completeness cannot be guaranteed.

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