Our CIO, John Mullane, shares the latest Market News and Views and gives insights for the week ahead: US jobs data the marquee event for markets this week.

John Mullane, Chief Investment Officer at Cantor Fitzgerald Ireland, shares why leaving excess cash on deposit can come at a cost, and how investing can help protect purchasing power over the long term through compounding, an important consideration for many investors.

“In Ireland, only 26 per cent of women hold investments, compared to 44 per cent of men, a significant gap in participation that has real-world consequences for women’s long-term financial security.”Senior Portfolio Manager Suzanne Berkery recently shared with Image Magazine’s Leonie Corcoran why investing doesn’t have to be overwhelming for women.