Podcast

Pensions: On the front line?

calendar icon 20 April 2026

Key topics discussed

  • Geopolitics
  • Implications for UK economy and investments
  • Actions for institutional investors

Geopolitics is back at the top of the agenda for institutional investors. In this podcast episode, Ross MacLeod is joined by Ben Fox and Robeco’s Co-Head of Investment Solutions, Colin Graham, to unpack what current world events could mean for investment portfolios. 

They discuss the potential impact on asset classes and the UK economy, as well as actions institutional investors could consider to enhance the resilience of their portfolios.

We hope you enjoy listening. If you have questions on anything covered throughout the episode, please get in touch.

Hymans Robertson disclaimer

This podcast has been prepared by Hymans Robertson LLP, and is based upon our understanding of events as at release date. It is designed to be a general summary of topical investment matters and is not specific to the circumstances of any particular employer or pension scheme. The information contained in this podcast should not be construed as advice and not be considered as a substitute for specific advice as the information is generic in nature. Where a podcast refers to legal matters please note that Hymans Robertson is not qualified to provide legal opinion and therefore you may wish to obtain independent legal advice to consider any relevant law and/or regulation. Hymans Robertson LLP accepts no liability for errors or omissions. Your Hymans Robertson LLP consultant will be pleased to discuss matters raised in this podcast in greater detail. Guests views are separate to that of Hymans Robertson.

The information provided in this broadcast is not financial advice. Past performance is not a guide to the future. Please note the value of investments, and income from them, may fall as well as rise. This includes but is not limited to equities, government or corporate bonds, derivatives and property, whether held directly or in a pooled or collective investment vehicle. Further, investments in developing or emerging markets may be more volatile and less marketable than in mature markets. Exchange rates may also affect the value of investments. As a result, an investor may not get back the full amount of the original investment. Past performance is not necessarily a guide to future performance. 

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Speakers

Ross Macleod Whitebg

Ross MacLeod

Senior Investment Consultant

Ben Fox
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Ben Fox

Senior Investment Consultant

Male

Colin Graham

Co-Head of Investment Solutions, Robeco

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