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Ian Whittaker

Senior Equity Analyst at Liberum

Ian Whittaker is a Senior Equity Analyst at Panmure Liberum, specializing in media, technology, and services sector research with coverage of leading companies like Meta, Netflix, and Disney. He tracks 5 stocks and maintains a 44.44% success rate, reflected in his 3.03-star ranking on TipRanks, showcasing a track record of delivering actionable investment calls. Whittaker spent 20 years as a City sell-side analyst before launching consultancy Liberty Sky Advisors and joining Panmure Liberum, earning recognition as Analyst of the Year twice. He holds securities research credentials and is known for his rigorous, data-driven approach, bridging strategic insights for both institutional investors and company leadership.

Ian Whittaker's questions to Liberty Media (FWONA) leadership

Question · Q4 2025

Ian Whittaker inquired about the monetization opportunity for MotoGP, particularly in sponsorship, relative to F1's current performance, and what Liberty Media envisions as the ideal mature mix of media rights, race promotion, and sponsorship for motorsport businesses.

Answer

Derek Chang, President and CEO, Liberty Media Corporation, suggested that MotoGP's mature mix would likely be similar to F1's over time. He noted that new races would drive early uptake, while sponsorship would lag but benefit from F1's success and Liberty's credibility. He also highlighted the good market receptivity, enthusiasm from partners and investors, and MotoGP's established history and fan base as strong starting points for acceleration.

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Ian Whittaker's questions to WOLTERS KLUWER N V /FI (WTKWY) leadership

Question · Q4 2016

Ian Whittaker from Liberum asked for the rationale behind management's confidence in the long-term attractiveness of the legal market. He also inquired if a potential push for deregulation in the U.S. would be a concern for the business.

Answer

CEO Nancy McKinstry explained the legal market remains attractive due to the long-term growth in the number of professionals and their increasing adoption of workflow tools. Regarding deregulation, she stated that any form of regulatory change, including simplification, creates complexity that clients need help navigating, which is a net positive for Wolters Kluwer. She also highlighted the importance of global and state-level regulations for their clients.

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