Alex Wright - It’s a myth that UK shares have a problem

In a recent podcast with Ed Monk, Alex Wright, portfolio manager of Fidelity Special Values PLC explains the drivers behind the UK stock market’s recent winning run, why fears about UK shares are exaggerated, and what could sustain performance into 2026.

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