Marcus is a Portfolio Manager on the UK Managers' Focus, UK Mid Cap and UK Smaller Companies strategies at ClearBridge Investments. He joined the firm in 2019 and has 20 years of investment industry experience.
Marcus began his tenure with the UK Equity Team in 2019 at Franklin Templeton before the team transitioned to Martin Currie in 2022 and then became part of ClearBridge in 2025. Prior to this, he was an Assistant Director at Deloitte; an Equity Analyst at Cenkos Securities; and an Executive at Ernst & Young.
Marcus holds a B.A. Econ in financial and business economics from Newcastle University.
Experience
- 20 years of investment industry experience
- Joined the firm in 2019
- Martin Currie – Portfolio Manager
- Franklin Templeton – Portfolio Manager
- Deloitte – Assistant Director
- Cenkos Securities – Equity Analyst
- B.A. Econ in financial and business economics from Newcastle University
Strategies
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UK Equities: Why the UK market’s resurgence has further to run
Ben Russon, Co-Head, UK Equities of ClearBridge Investments says global leaders, strong income and low valuations mean the UK market’s recovery is far from over.
- Date published
- 30 Apr 2026
- Tag
- UK Equities
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UK Equities: Middle East conflict reflections
Global equity markets are facing heightened geopolitical risk and volatility as the Middle East conflict continues. Ben Russon, portfolio manager at ClearBridge Investments, believes that despite inflation challenges at home, UK equities stand out for their global revenue mix, defensive tilt and supportive dividends—well placed to navigate today’s uncertain backdrop.
- Date published
- 28 Apr 2026
- Tag
- UK Equities
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UK Equities: Global diversification hiding in plain sight
Though London-listed, UK equities are often global businesses earning most revenues overseas. Trading at a 30% discount to global indices, Jo Rands explains why we think it's time to reconsider the UK.
- Date published
- 23 Mar 2026
- Tag
- UK Equities
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UK Equities: Performance Has Returned, Value Remains
UK equities have surged back into favour - yet the opportunity is far from fully priced in. Despite strong index performance and improving macro conditions, the market continues to trade at a meaningful discount to global peers. Beneath the headline rally, compelling valuation opportunities remain.
- Date published
- 3 Mar 2026
- Tag
- UK Equities