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Macro commentary and expert-led discussions highlight what’s happening now in fixed income investing, so you can prepare for what’s next. Investing involves risks including loss of principal. This material represents the opinions of the participants at a specific time and is not intended to forecast future events or guarantee future results and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Kevin... more

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How can new hiring and the unemployment rate rise at the same time? In this episode of Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains the mechanics behind September’s seemingly contradictory jobs report, where strong payroll gains coincided with a higher jobl... more

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The latest market focus is back on the Fed, and a growing divide inside the FOMC. This week on the Basis Points podcast, Kevin Flanagan breaks down why policymakers are split on additional rate cuts ahead of the December meeting—and what regional Fed... more

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It’s time to go back to basics with fixed income. This week on the Basis Points podcast, Kevin Flanagan, shares how tax-aware laddered bond strategies in both municipal and Treasury markets may help investors stay disciplined, diversify effectively, ... more

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Yields are hovering just above 4%, but that doesn’t mean it’s time to extend duration. This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains why sticky inflation, a non-recessionary backdrop, and muted yield spreads argue for patience, not positioning l... more

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Jeffrey Berger
Senior Portfolio Manager
Insight Investment
Episode: What the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ Means for Muni Investors
Vishwanath Tirupattur
Chief Fixed Income Strategist
Morgan Stanley
Episode: Public vs. Private Credit: Finding Their Lanes in 2025
Jim Bianco
Founder of Bianco Research
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Episode: A Normal Rate Setting Calls for Active Passive/Fixed Income
Chris Acito
CEO of Gapstow Capital Partners
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Episode: Unlocking the Potential of Alternative & Private Credit in Modern Portfolios

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Kevin Flanagan
Head of Fixed Income Strategy, providing expert analysis and commentary on fixed income markets and economic trends.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Clear and concise market updates

    Kevin’s insights are useful and he does a great job providing a clear understanding of the fixed income landscape and current market conditions.

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    GoogleUser1016
    United States3 years ago
  • Must listen

    Very clear, succinct and insightful commentary for all things fixed income & macro!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ryan kstop
    United States5 years ago

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Trump, Powell & Rates: The Pre-April 2nd Edition
Q: Do you think April 2nd will create a negative reaction in the markets?
There's a significant chance that it might not lead to the expected market negativity, similar to past Federal Reserve actions that turned out to be less impactful than anticipated.
Trump, Powell & Rates: The Pre-April 2nd Edition
Q: What should investors be thinking as we approach April 2nd?
Investors should focus on the nuances of trade negotiations, particularly with major partners, as many headlines may not be significant until details emerge.
Public vs. Private Credit: Finding Their Lanes in 2025
Q: What are we expecting in private credit for this year as compared to public credit?
Private credit is expected to yield a total return of 8.5% to 10%, slightly above public markets, driven by illiquidity premia.
Public vs. Private Credit: Finding Their Lanes in 2025
Q: What are your thoughts on the defaults in private credit?
Defaults in private credit are somewhat converging with public credit defaults, with expectations that default rates will stabilize around the same range for both markets.

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