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James Carthew’s investment trust weekly news round-up show – guest speaker Dean Orrico

Friday 23rd October 2020
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James Carthew’s weekly news roundup show – Every Friday at 11am

Join our weekly webinar where we discuss the key stories and events in the investment companies sector over the last week and where you have the chance to ask questions.

This week we have guest speaker Dean Orrico from Middlefield Candian Income.

If you have any questions in advance, please email to [email protected].

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James Carthew’s investment trust weekly news round-up show – guest speaker Dean Orrico

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