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Markets Unwrapped | Feb 2026

In this episode of our Markets Unwrapped series, our experts make sense of this year’s biggest market moves. Craig Melling, Director of Investment and Olivia Reid, Investment manager, cover three key themes: Broadening, weakening and steepening.

While demystifying the market phrases you’ve probably been hearing, they give clear insight into what’s driving inflation, growth, and interest rates right now. If you want sharp, accessible market insight without the noise, this one’s for you.

Meet the expert
Craig Melling
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Director of Investment

Craig joined Progeny Asset Management as a founding member in 2016. He specialises in private client asset management and monitors a wide range of asset classes, with a particular interest in smaller companies. During his career he has managed a variety of client accounts, including charities, pensions, trusts and private client portfolios.

Craig sits on the internal investment committee and has been instrumental in the development of the selection process and strategy of Progeny Asset Management. He frequently presents his strategy and thoughts on wider financial markets and provides media commentary on a variety of different topics. He has established relationships with various company management teams, partaking in regular update meetings and attending site visits.

Away from the office, Craig enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, whilst his second love is the trials and tribulations of Leeds United.

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