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The GCV Podcast

The GCV Podcast

By: Growth Capital Ventures
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 The GCV Podcast brings you expert insights into the world of alternative investments and beyond. Hosted by the team at Growth Capital Ventures, we explore investment trends, success stories, and opportunities that drive innovation and scalable growth. Whether you're an investor looking for your next opportunity or a founder seeking funding, this podcast delivers valuable insights to help you navigate the evolving investment landscape.Growth Capital Ventures Economics Personal Finance
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  • Weekly Briefing 4th August 2025: Sharp Savings Rise, Mortgage Approvals Jump, Global Growth Forecast & US GDP Movements

    Weekly Briefing 4th August 2025: Sharp Savings Rise, Mortgage Approvals Jump, Global Growth Forecast & US GDP Movements
    Aug 4 2025

    Welcome to the GCV Weekly Briefing podcast, where we break down the key financial and economic developments shaping the landscape for investors, businesses, and policymakers.


    I’m Matthew, and in this episode, we’re unpacking four major stories.


    We’ll look at a sharp rise in UK household savings, a rebound in the mortgage market, and how the IMF’s latest growth outlook reflects both global optimism and rising trade concerns. Finally, we’ll head to the US, where Q2 GDP surprised to the upside, but with some warning signs under the surface.


    Plenty to dig into this week.
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    7 mins
  • GCV Weekly Briefing: Pension Age Shake-Up, Property Price Drop, UK Borrowing Surge & AstraZeneca’s $50B U.S. Bet

    GCV Weekly Briefing: Pension Age Shake-Up, Property Price Drop, UK Borrowing Surge & AstraZeneca’s $50B U.S. Bet
    Jul 28 2025

    Labour’s looking to raise the state pension age sooner than planned. UK house prices just saw their steepest July drop in 20+ years. Government borrowing has blown past forecasts. And AstraZeneca is betting $50B on U.S. manufacturing as global pharma braces for new trade rules.


    I’m Matthew. Let’s break down what it all means — for investors, households, and policy makers.
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    8 mins
  • Weekly Briefing 11th July 2025: Global Trade Tensions, UK Market Caution, Revolut's Expansion & Housebuilder Penalties

    Weekly Briefing 11th July 2025: Global Trade Tensions, UK Market Caution, Revolut's Expansion & Housebuilder Penalties
    Jul 11 2025

    In this week’s GCV Weekly Briefing, we unpack four stories shaping our economic and investment landscape: global trade tensions, cautious UK markets, Revolut’s expansion push, and tougher housebuilder penalties. Tune in for insights on what's moving markets, policy and investor sentiment.
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    7 mins
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