{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Art of Investing","title":"Equities explained: how to manage risk in your portfolio","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2857,"description":"After last week’s launch episode, The Art of Investment is back!Brought to you by IG, global investing platform, FTSE 250 and over 50 years in the markets. Every Friday, hosts Rich McDonald, Mark Holden & Chris Fellingham – three investing legends bring you a combined century of market wisdom. This is your go-to podcast for inspiration and insights on the latest market movements with one goal - to make you a better investor. Whether you're taking your first steps into the investment world or you're a seasoned investor looking to sharpen your edge, you've found your new secret weapon.IG New Customer OfferUntil 15th August 2025, IG is giving away a free UK share bundle to all new customers, worth up to £100 when you invest just £20. Sign up for a general investment account, stocks and shares ISA or a SIPP and make your £20 investment to get started.Your capital is at risk. The value of shares, ETFs and ETCs can fall as well as rise, which could mean getting back less than you put in. New customers only. Offer valid until 15 August for ISA, GIA, and SIPP accounts. Other fees may apply. T&Cs apply.In this episode we give you a rundown on the pressing issue of market uncertainty, examining how political risks and economic factors like tariffs shape the financial landscape. Despite global uncertainties, the equity markets continue to show resilience, and cryptocurrencies are growing in significance as a promising asset class, supported by recent legislative developments in the U.S.Our hot topic for the next few episodes is asset classes, and today we turn our attention to the fundamentals of equities and their varying investment strategies, including the stability of dividend-paying consumer staples with the high-growth potential of tech giants.What you’ll learn in this episode -Portfolio Construction and Understanding Risk: Building an investment portfolio requires a clear understanding of risk tolerance and financial goals. Setting benchmarks and diversifying across...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/thywArVFDknjVUW9JEkpwtTGr3zY240Mo7hbQ7_Y3qM/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS82NzU5/ZjBhMzdkMWU1MTMy/OWMxNTk1OGU4ZjU2/YWYwZC5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}