You can download your FREE report on how you can avoid financial mistakes as a dentist using the link just here >>> dentistswhoinvest.com/podcastreport

———————————————————————
Is the UK still a global investment powerhouse, or has it fallen behind? In this insightful episode, financial author and fund manager Andrew Craig uncovers the key reasons why the UK economy and stock market have underperformed in recent decades — and why that could be about to change.

UK GDP per capita has remained flat for 30 years, while countries such as Ireland, Singapore and Australia have more than doubled their wealth. Since 2007, the London Stock Exchange has lost half its listed companies, and major firms continue to seek listings abroad. Across the UK, even affluent high streets are struggling, with empty shops and declining footfall.

Yet Andrew reveals a surprising turnaround. Despite the gloom, UK value stocks have begun to outperform the S&P 500. Institutional investors are once again showing strong interest in British equities, driven by valuations that are up to 60 percent lower than their US counterparts. With sentiment shifting, the UK is now viewed as one of the best value markets globally.

We explore why less than five percent of UK adults invest through a stocks and shares ISA, despite historical data showing UK microcaps returned 16.4 percent annually between 1955 and 2021. Andrew outlines a straightforward strategy for building wealth, including the widely endorsed "100 minus your age" asset allocation rule, and explains how financial literacy can uplift not just individuals, but the economy as a whole.

This episode also examines what needs to change in government policy to restore the UK's investment appeal and whether the next bull market could emerge before broader economic recovery takes hold.

If you are a UK investor looking to understand current market dynamics, uncover long-term value opportunities, or improve your personal investment strategy, this episode is essential listening.

———————————————————————
Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute an investment recommendation or individual financial advice. For that, you should speak to a regulated, independent professional. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed on this channel may no longer be current. The information provided is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and all tax rules may change in the future. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment, you should speak to a regulated, independent professional. Investment figures quoted refer to simulated past performance and that past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results/performance.

Send us a text

You can download your FREE report on how you can avoid financial mistakes as a dentist using the link just here >>> dentistswhoinvest.com/podcastreport

———————————————————————
What does it take to build a dental empire in today's competitive landscape? Sandeep Kumar reveals the strategic pivots that transformed his career from a single practitioner to the architect behind a network of 150 dental practices spanning multiple countries.

Qualified as a dentist in India, Kumar's journey began with working as a dental nurse in the UK before requalifying in 2000. Within just three years, he purchased his first practice and dramatically expanded it from one surgery to six. But the real transformation came when he made the courageous decision to step away from clinical dentistry entirely in 2017—a move many dentists fear would collapse their income.

"When you're starting out, there's no such thing called work-life balance," Kumar explains. "You just have to put your hours in and work your ass off. Nobody's going to teach you." This raw honesty about the entrepreneurial journey sets the tone for a conversation filled with practical wisdom rather than sugar-coated theory.

The episode explores the evolution of dental marketing from Yellow Pages to digital strategies, the crucial shift from owner-operator to owner-only business models, and the birth of the MySmile Network—now 150 practices strong and expanding internationally. Kumar shares how finding time to analyze patient data led to the insight that transformed his business: customers were specifically asking for Invisalign by name, revealing an opportunity to build practices entirely around this treatment modality.

For dentists contemplating business growth in 2025, Kumar offers three practical cornerstones: surround yourself with exceptional people, embrace technology to enhance patient understanding, and build your personal profile as patients increasingly research providers before making appointments. His philosophy of "who not how"—finding the right people rather than trying to do everything yourself—emerges as perhaps the most valuable lesson for scaling dental businesses beyond the limitations of your clinical hours.

Whether you're an associate dreaming of practice ownership or an established principal looking to expand, this conversation offers a blueprint for building something extraordinary beyond the dental chair.

———————————————————————
Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute an investment recommendation or individual financial advice. For that, you should speak to a regulated, independent professional. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed on this channel may no longer be current. The information provided is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and all tax rules may change in the future. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment, you should speak to a regulated, independent professional. Investment figures quoted refer to simulated past performance and that past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results/performance.

Send us a text

If you’d like to learn more about dental practice sales, you can connect with Luke Moore here: https://dentalelite.co.uk/contact-us/

———————————————————————
Get your free verifiable CPD for this episode here >>> https://www.dentistswhoinvest.com/videos/dental-practice-market-outlook-2025-with-mr-luke-moore

———————————————————————
Curious about dental practice values in today's market? Wonder what's really happening with corporate buyers and whether NHS practices still command premium prices? The data might surprise you.

Luke Moore, Head of Dental Elite's practice brokerage team, joins us to unpack the revealing findings from their annual dental market report—a comprehensive analysis representing roughly 25% of all UK dental practice transactions. This insider's view of completed sales (not just valuations) delivers eye-opening insights for anyone considering buying or selling a practice.

We dismantle the prevailing "urban myth" that corporates dominate today's acquisition landscape. The reality? Independent dentists purchasing their first, second or third practices remain the primary buyers, while the largest groups have pivoted toward fewer, larger acquisitions with specific strategic focus.

The conversation explores why mixed practices command the highest multiples from independent buyers (averaging 3.87x FMT), while private practices are the "jewels in the crown" for corporate buyers (averaging 7.36x EBITDA). Luke shares fascinating details about regional valuation disparities, with practices in recruitment-challenged areas selling for significantly lower multiples than their urban counterparts.

Perhaps most revealing is the emerging trend of sellers prioritising complete payment at completion over potentially higher valuations with deferred components—a shift Luke attributes partly to mixed post-sale experiences reported by principals who've previously sold to larger groups.

Whether you're a practice owner contemplating your exit strategy, an associate exploring ownership opportunities, or simply interested in the business of dentistry, this data-rich conversation provides crucial context for navigating today's complex dental marketplace.

Earn complimentary verifiable CPD by completing the associated assessment through the link in our show notes.

———————————————————————
Disclaimer: All content on this channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute an investment recommendation or individual financial advice. For that, you should speak to a regulated, independent professional. The value of investments and the income from them can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. The views expressed on this channel may no longer be current. The information provided is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. Tax treatment depends on individual circumstances and all tax rules may change in the future. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment, you should speak to a regulated, independent professional. Investment figures quoted refer to simulated past performance and that past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results/performance.

Send us a text