Gold, election tax plans & Halma: The Companies and Markets Show

This week’s podcast begins with Alex Hamer discussing our latest cover feature on the rise of gold and to a lesser extent copper prices. Alex outlines the drivers of these price moves and highlights a variety of companies seeking to take advantage of these trends.Then, in a week when the biggest UK political parties all published their general election manifestos, Hermione Taylor asks what these pledges might mean for both the national and household finances.We conclude with a look at full-year results from safety equipment manufacturer Halma (HLMA). Mark Robinson asks whether another year of healthy growth has cemented its status as a quality UK share.Claim your first 12 weeks of Investors' Chronicle Print + Digital for just £12. You will get instant access to our website and app, plus the magazine delivered to your door every week. To start your trial, visit www.investorschronicle.co.uk/podcasttrial *After your 12-week trial you will pay just £62 every 13 weeks by direct debit. If you’re not entirely satisfied, you can cancel up to 5 business days before your renewal date and only pay the £12 already debited. This offer is for UK subscribers only.<boxout>Centrica: pay controversy and the energy transitionWhat stagnant bond yields mean for infrastructure trustsPrivate Investor's Diary: The UK market rally has much further to goWhy Britvic shares have plenty of fizz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.