What catalyst is needed to propel UK equities in 2025?

Staci West 11/12/2024 in UK

In the third video of our 2025 Investment Outlook series, Simon Murphy, manager of VT Tyndall Unconstrained UK Income, shares his perspective on the outlook for UK equities. While predicting specific catalysts can be challenging, Simon highlights the current depressed sentiment, low allocations, and attractive valuations in the UK market. Despite these headwinds, he sees potential for a turnaround in 2025, supported by a positive economic outlook and undervalued world-class companies.

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