The Desert Island Investor

Here on the island we often see Mark scuba diving off the beach in a fruitless search for sunken treasure. Ironically, it appears that he has now stumbled upon some floating treasure in the form of Clarkson PLC, the world's largest shipping services provider. Clarksons offer strategic maritime consultancy and shipping solutions in 24 countries and in 2011 Lloyd's List described them as the "undisputed heavyweight of the shipbroking market". Find out how Mark feels about his new investment in this, episode 51 of the Desert Island Investor. LinksClarkson Group: https://www.clarksons.com/The Desert Island Investor is generously hosted by London City based analysts Progressive Equity Research at https://www.progressive-research.com. You'll also find us on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and all leading podcasting channels.Created by Mark Atkinson | Produced by Paul Kerin | SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peaceful-morningLicense code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTXDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

The Seaworthy Test is a series of discussions where private investor Mark Atkinson invites a castaway to the desert island to discuss one of the holdings from their portfolio. In this episode Mark is joined by Nathan SturgessCreated by Mark Atkinson | Produced by Tom Atkinson | SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peace...License code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTXDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

Market Tides and Trade Winds is a series of short discussions where private investor Mark Atkinson takes a direct look at recent news headlines shaping the world of investing. Created and Produced by Mark Atkinson |  SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peace...License code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTXDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

Market Tides and Trade Winds is a series of short discussions where private investor Mark Atkinson takes a direct look at recent news headlines shaping the world of investing. Created and Produced by Mark Atkinson |  SFX from Freesound (CC-BY): Waves: juskiddink.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/yeti-music/peace...License code: L0TLWWJDT28JVSTXDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.

Although executives hold a controlling position, private investors are still part-owners of the businesses in which they have shares. As such it is reasonable to expect those companies to answer questions when a shareholder has some concerns. Mark's experience of getting answers to questions has been mixed at best, so in this episode he discusses the problems and calls out the worst offenders. To defend the honour of Investor Relations managers worldwide we are joined by special guest castaway Andrew Hanson who has over 20 years experience on the other side of the fence as an IR professional.   Desert Island Discord is a series of podcasts where private investor Mark Atkinson talks about the aspects of investing that really grinds his gears. If your own investment journey has been tainted by some poor practice that you think Mark should drag through the mud in a future episode, use the form on our website at https://www.thedesertislandinvestor.co.uk to recommend a topic.Desert Island Discord and The Desert Island Investor are generously hosted by London City based analysts Progressive Equity Research at https://www.progressive-research.com. You'll also find us on YouTube, Spotify, Amazon Music and all leading podcasting channels.Created by Mark Atkinson | Produced by Paul Kerin | SFX from Freesound (CC-BY). Sword Fight SFX: FunWithSound. Desert Island Discord intro music by Paul Kerin and The Parrots of the Caribbean. (c) 2026Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is provided for general information only and the opinions expressed by Mark, his guests and the producers of the podcast do not constitute financial advice. Before purchasing financial products it is advisable to seek the guidance of a professional financial advisor.