Ben Squared: 7th October: US Shutdown, Japanese Politics and the Everything Rally

30min | 10/07/2025

Description

In the latest Ben Squared podcast the resident pairing review whether it is still appropriate to largely ‘ignore’ the US Government Shutdown, at least from an investment perspective. From there the duo ponder how the US Federal Reserve is managing in the absence of some important data the government would ordinarily provide, particularly at a moment when decision making is so finely balanced. The discussion then pivots to Japan where political developments appear to be having a material impact on markets, before a broad discussion general market strength. Finally, the Bens discuss what risks are lurking to undermine this period of (phenomenal) appreciation from capital markets.

This podcast was recorded on 6th October 2025. *This podcast is for UK Professional Clients Only. Capital at Risk. Past performance does not predict future returns.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Time in the Market

For investment professionals in the UK only.

Each month join host Ben Gutteridge, a Director of Multi-Asset Strategies at Invesco, for an insightful and often humorous conversation into the (sometimes baffling) world of investing. In each episode, Ben interviews a high-profile guest from within the financial services industry, seeking to uncover leading investment insights in a clear and accessible fashion.

The value of investments and any income will fluctuate (this may partly be the result of exchange rate fluctuations) and investors may not get back the full amount invested.

Views and opinions are based on current market conditions and are subject to change.

This podcast is marketing material and not financial advice. It is not intended as a recommendation to buy or sell any particular asset class, security or strategy. Regulatory requirements that require impartiality of investment or investment strategy recommendations are therefore not applicable nor are any prohibitions to trade before publication.

Issued by Invesco Asset Management Limited. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Time in the Market

For investment professionals in the UK only.

Each month join host Ben Gutteridge, a Director of Multi-Asset Strategies at Invesco, for an insightful and often humorous conversation into the (sometimes baffling) world of investing. In each episode, Ben interviews a high-profile guest from within the financial services industry, seeking to uncover leading investment insights in a clear and accessible fashion.

The value of investments and any income will fluctuate (this may partly be the result of exchange rate fluctuations) and investors may not get back the full amount invested.

Views and opinions are based on current market conditions and are subject to change.

This podcast is marketing material and not financial advice. It is not intended as a recommendation to buy or sell any particular asset class, security or strategy. Regulatory requirements that require impartiality of investment or investment strategy recommendations are therefore not applicable nor are any prohibitions to trade before publication.

Issued by Invesco Asset Management Limited. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Description

In the latest Ben Squared podcast the resident pairing review whether it is still appropriate to largely ‘ignore’ the US Government Shutdown, at least from an investment perspective. From there the duo ponder how the US Federal Reserve is managing in the absence of some important data the government would ordinarily provide, particularly at a moment when decision making is so finely balanced. The discussion then pivots to Japan where political developments appear to be having a material impact on markets, before a broad discussion general market strength. Finally, the Bens discuss what risks are lurking to undermine this period of (phenomenal) appreciation from capital markets.

This podcast was recorded on 6th October 2025. *This podcast is for UK Professional Clients Only. Capital at Risk. Past performance does not predict future returns.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Time in the Market

For investment professionals in the UK only.

Each month join host Ben Gutteridge, a Director of Multi-Asset Strategies at Invesco, for an insightful and often humorous conversation into the (sometimes baffling) world of investing. In each episode, Ben interviews a high-profile guest from within the financial services industry, seeking to uncover leading investment insights in a clear and accessible fashion.

The value of investments and any income will fluctuate (this may partly be the result of exchange rate fluctuations) and investors may not get back the full amount invested.

Views and opinions are based on current market conditions and are subject to change.

This podcast is marketing material and not financial advice. It is not intended as a recommendation to buy or sell any particular asset class, security or strategy. Regulatory requirements that require impartiality of investment or investment strategy recommendations are therefore not applicable nor are any prohibitions to trade before publication.

Issued by Invesco Asset Management Limited. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

About Time in the Market

For investment professionals in the UK only.

Each month join host Ben Gutteridge, a Director of Multi-Asset Strategies at Invesco, for an insightful and often humorous conversation into the (sometimes baffling) world of investing. In each episode, Ben interviews a high-profile guest from within the financial services industry, seeking to uncover leading investment insights in a clear and accessible fashion.

The value of investments and any income will fluctuate (this may partly be the result of exchange rate fluctuations) and investors may not get back the full amount invested.

Views and opinions are based on current market conditions and are subject to change.

This podcast is marketing material and not financial advice. It is not intended as a recommendation to buy or sell any particular asset class, security or strategy. Regulatory requirements that require impartiality of investment or investment strategy recommendations are therefore not applicable nor are any prohibitions to trade before publication.

Issued by Invesco Asset Management Limited. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.

Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

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