Why The UK Lags Other Countries As An Investment Opportunity with Andrew Craig

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Is the UK still a global investment powerhouse, or has it fallen behind? In this insightful episode, financial author and fund manager Andrew Craig uncovers the key reasons why the UK economy and stock market have underperformed in recent decades — and why that could be about to change.

UK GDP per capita has remained flat for 30 years, while countries such as Ireland, Singapore and Australia have more than doubled their wealth. Since 2007, the London Stock Exchange has lost half its listed companies, and major firms continue to seek listings abroad. Across the UK, even affluent high streets are struggling, with empty shops and declining footfall.

Yet Andrew reveals a surprising turnaround. Despite the gloom, UK value stocks have begun to outperform the S&P 500. Institutional investors are once again showing strong interest in British equities, driven by valuations that are up to 60 percent lower than their US counterparts. With sentiment shifting, the UK is now viewed as one of the best value markets globally.

We explore why less than five percent of UK adults invest through a stocks and shares ISA, despite historical data showing UK microcaps returned 16.4 percent annually between 1955 and 2021. Andrew outlines a straightforward strategy for building wealth, including the widely endorsed "100 minus your age" asset allocation rule, and explains how financial literacy can uplift not just individuals, but the economy as a whole.

This episode also examines what needs to change in government policy to restore the UK's investment appeal and whether the next bull market could emerge before broader economic recovery takes hold.

If you are a UK investor looking to understand current market dynamics, uncover long-term value opportunities, or improve your personal investment strategy, this episode is essential listening.

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Chapters

1. The State of the UK Economy (00:00:00)

2. British Market Decline and Policy Failures (00:08:34)

3. Financial Markets vs Economic Reality (00:18:01)

4. The UK's Investment Culture Problem (00:28:56)

5. Hidden Value in British Stocks (00:40:15)

6. Policy Solutions for Economic Growth (00:51:43)

7. Looking Forward: Investment Strategy (01:01:01)