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Alex Wright: It’s a myth that UK shares have a problem

Ed Monk

Ed Monk - Fidelity International

This week - we’re talking to one of the UK’s most prominent investors. As manager of Fidelity Special Situations, Alex Wright is more qualified than anyone to talk about the UK stock market. What’s been driving its winning run - and can it continue into 2026?

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