
In this episode, Mahesh Bhimalingam of Bloomberg Intelligence and Ashwin Palta of BNY Investments discuss the Bloomberg Intelligence 1Q26 Investor Survey, highlighting the continued resilience of credit and high‑yield markets despite recent tariff shocks and rate volatility. They examine why spreads have remained tight, the Federal Reserve’s policy trajectory, and the upcoming influx of U.S. tech sector supply into European markets. The conversation also covers distress and default trends, investor positioning, sentiment, and relative value differences across asset classes, geographies, ratings, and sectors.

The episode explains the upcoming 2026 reforms to Parent PLUS loans, which will impose a $20,000 annual and $65,000 lifetime borrowing cap and eliminate income‑driven repayment options for new loans. It contrasts these changes with the limited borrowing limits of...

The episode examines the current economic turbulence on Main Street, highlighting widespread layoffs and soft retail sales, while contrasting this with TSMC's explosive growth in the tech sector. It also explores the impact of a new AI-driven tax‑management tool that...

In this episode Clark Howard breaks down the tax season landscape, explaining why a large refund often means you over‑paid throughout the year and urging listeners to adjust their withholding to keep more money in their pockets. He offers practical...

In this episode of The Retirement Answer Man, Roger Whitney walks listeners through the three primary health‑care options available before Medicare eligibility: COBRA continuation coverage, ACA marketplace plans, and part‑time employer group insurance, while also noting other alternatives like private...

In episode 1943, Farnoosh explores the challenges couples face when their incomes differ, covering how to set up shared and individual accounts, allocate spending responsibilities, and communicate about financial priorities. She offers practical frameworks for deciding who pays what, how...
In this episode, Dan Spiegel, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Coldwell Banker Commercial, shares his leadership journey, the importance of mentorship, and how Coldwell Banker’s decentralized franchise model fosters strong connections across secondary and tertiary markets. He discusses...
In this episode, hosts Jim Saulnier and Chris Stein field listener questions about cash balance pension plans, focusing on their suitability for self‑employed owners and businesses with fluctuating but potentially large future income, such as farmers. Guest expert Steve explains...

In this episode, Peter Lewis discusses Japan’s post‑election economic challenge: reviving growth without reigniting inflation that has already driven staple prices, like rice, to double. He is joined by Richard Harris of Port Shelter Investment Management and Tony Nash of...

In this Money Box Live episode, presenter Felicity Hannah and experts Clare Moffat, a pension and tax specialist, and Nina Sperring, a wealth‑protection solicitor, demystify inheritance tax, explaining who must pay it, how the rates are calculated and what thresholds...

Lawrence Fuller reviews the market rebound after last week's sell‑off, noting that while volatility has eased and precious metals and crypto have steadied, technology stocks remain overvalued and lack true bargains. He highlights upcoming economic data—strong Redbook retail sales, a...
In this episode, Clark Coffee, CIO of AllianceBernstein’s European commercial real estate debt business, explains how the European real estate market is transitioning after a reset in values and the end of ultra‑low borrowing costs. He argues that debt now...

The episode examines whether the recent aerospace and defense rally can sustain its momentum into 2026, starting with a look at how NATO alliances fund European defense spending. It then shifts to Middle East geopolitical dynamics and their impact on...

The episode examines the surge of Japan's Nikkei index past 57,000 points after Prime Minister Sanae Takaovich's decisive election win, analyzing its implications for the Japanese economy. Host Andrew Peach also discusses Indian farmers' worries about a new interim trade...

In this masterclass, James Thorne of Columbia Threadneedle shares his market outlook, focusing on UK mid‑ and small‑cap equities and providing detailed analysis of 18 individual companies ranging from Auction Technology Group to LSL Property Services. He highlights the potential...

In this episode Clark Howard warns listeners about the surge in restaurant closures and the risk of losing unused gift cards, urging prompt use to avoid forfeiture. He answers listener questions on topics ranging from gift‑card expiration to personal finance...

The episode examines the resurgence of Singapore REITs (S-REITs), highlighted by the iEdge S-REIT Leaders Index posting a 16.3% gain in 2025—the strongest performance since 2019. Host Michelle Martin and REIT specialist Kenny Loh discuss which property sectors are leading...
In this 17‑minute episode, RANE’s South Asia analyst Misha Iqbal breaks down the key actors and forces shaping Bangladesh’s upcoming election—the first since the 2024 pro‑democracy uprising that removed Sheikh Hasina from power. Iqbal outlines the political landscape, including emerging...

The episode reviews a dramatic market swing after a tough week for tech, highlighting the Dow’s historic breach of 50,000 points and a rapid rebound in chip stocks as investors shift from AI‑related anxiety to value‑focused buying. Analysts explain that...

The episode explores six unconventional stock‑market indicators—from the Super Bowl winner and lipstick sales to the nationality of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit cover models—highlighting their surprising historical success rates, such as the Super Bowl’s 71 % accuracy since 1978. It explains the...

The episode investigates a widespread HMRC error that suspended Child Benefit for over 60% of eligible parents after mistakenly interpreting travel data as a move abroad, affecting payments worth at least £100 a month. It reveals that 63% of suspensions...

In this episode Farnoosh answers listener questions about buying a home and investing for a mid‑term goal, such as a child's education or a career change. She outlines the three‑step framework for home‑buying: assess true affordability, prioritize a solid down‑payment...
In this First Friday episode, host Paula Pant reviews the economic landscape of January 2026, highlighting a 2% S&P 500 pullback, a near‑10% Bitcoin drop, and a cooling labor market with job openings falling to 7.6 million. She discusses the surprise nomination of...

The FX team discusses a variety of topics: the euro bloc/ APAC FX rotation, RBA hawkish pivot, scenarios around upcoming JP elections, the dovish BoE surprise and recent US data. This podcast was recorded on 06 February 2026. This communication is...

In this brief episode, J.P. Morgan analysts Francis Diamond, Aditya Chordia, and Khagendra Gupta dissect the February policy meetings of the European Central Bank and the Bank of England, highlighting the limited rate‑differential (or "skinny carry") in the Eurozone and...

Erika Tsirikou and Josh Michalowski discuss how ongoing Red Sea tensions are forcing tankers to bypass the Suez Canal and the potential reopening of the canal by 2026. They examine the resulting pressure on clean LR1 and LR2 freight rates,...

The episode examines the sudden shift in market sentiment toward AI, moving from optimism to caution as investors question who truly benefits from the technology. It highlights emerging signs of a softer jobs market, including delayed employment data and rising...

The episode debunks the popular claim that U.S. colleges suffer from administrative bloat by examining federal staffing and enrollment data. It shows that student‑to‑staff ratios are far lower than viral rumors suggest—about 6.4 : 1 overall and 5.2 : 1 at four‑year institutions—and that...

In this brief episode, ANZ Research analysts discuss the latest data showing a rise in New Zealand employment, highlighting the sectors driving the growth and the implications for wage pressure and inflation. They note that the job market is tightening, with...

In this episode, host Michelle Martin and guest Simon Ree, founder of Tao of Trading, dissect a volatile market landscape where gold and silver have sharply retreated after a steep rally, and Microsoft’s stock fell despite strong earnings, raising concerns...

In this six‑minute episode, host David Brancaccio examines President Donald Trump's nomination of Kevin Warsh as the next Federal Reserve chair. The discussion outlines Warsh’s background as a former Fed governor and his reputation for advocating low‑interest rates and a...

In this 7‑minute episode, host David Brancaccio explores the reliability and usefulness of economic forecasting, debating whether such predictions are valuable or merely speculative. He discusses how fast‑moving news cycles can quickly render forecasts obsolete, yet argues that they still...

In this brief episode, Marketplace examines the severe winter storm that hit the Southern United States, detailing its impact on agriculture—from timber and sugar cane to crawfish and cattle. The segment highlights how freezing temperatures and ice have disrupted supply...

In this Morning Market Brief, Lawrence Fuller argues that geopolitical shocks—specifically the emerging US‑Greenland trade dispute and looming Supreme Court decision on emergency tariffs—are unlikely to derail the long‑term bullish market trend. He emphasizes that markets function as unbiased discount...

The episode examines the Supreme Court case questioning whether a president can fire a sitting Federal Reserve governor, focusing on President Donald Trump's attempt to remove Governor Lisa Cook. Experts discuss the legal precedent of presidential authority over other federal...

The episode examines the fallout from escalating tariff disputes between the United States and Europe, which have prompted investors to sell U.S. assets and trigger a sell‑off in global markets. It highlights Japan’s bond market stress as yields climb to...

In this brief episode, ANZ’s research analysts discuss the recent decline in silver prices, attributing the slide to easing geopolitical tensions with Iran. They note that reduced risk premiums are dampening demand for safe‑haven assets, while broader market dynamics and...

In this episode of Currency Exchange, host Brian Daingerfield and FX strategist Paul Robson examine why foreign‑exchange markets have become unusually calm despite major geopolitical headlines. They explore the pound’s recent outperformance versus the euro, the upcoming UK economic releases,...

The episode examines whether the AI trade is resurging, focusing on the surge in semiconductor stocks and banks benefiting from AI‑related demand. It analyzes TSMC’s record earnings and what they reveal about the durability of AI‑driven chip supply chains, while...

In this brief episode, ANZ Research analysts discuss the recent 4.9% drop in oil prices, attributing the decline primarily to easing geopolitical tensions with Iran. They explain how reduced risk of supply disruptions has softened market sentiment and led to...

The episode examines President Trump's proposal to impose a temporary 10% cap on credit‑card interest rates, exploring the arguments from big banks that such a limit could restrict credit availability and disproportionately affect vulnerable borrowers. It also touches on soaring...

In this brief episode of "5 in 5 with ANZ," host Bernard Hickey highlights how recent central bank interventions have bolstered the Japanese yen amid broader market volatility. He notes that while banking stress persists in the US and Europe,...

In this episode, Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang dissect the paradox of strong earnings reports—JPMorgan Chase’s higher revenue but lower profit and Delta Air Lines’ premium‑travel‑driven profit surge—yet both stocks fell as market expectations outpaced results. They also examine notable...

The episode reviews Jerome Powell’s remarks that a potential criminal indictment against him must be viewed against the backdrop of broader political pressures from the administration. It also analyzes December’s U.S. jobs data, which showed a slowdown in hiring while...