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FICC Focus offers the latest market views on interest rates, corporate bonds, emerging market debt, commodities, and currencies by Bloomberg Intelligence analysts.

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Secular AI themes, product development in the volatility ecosystem and fault lines in the economy, as well as navigating volatility in digital assets, are among the key discussion points in this edition of the All Options Considered, featuring part I... more

The UK fiscal predicament will likely keep sterling under pressure heading into the Nov. 26 budget. The view is starting to look crowded, and recent moves appear stretched, but any upside is set to be contained until the fiscal path clears. For now, ... more

This edition of All Options Considered is the recording of part of the Bloomberg Volatility Forum 2025 held in NYC on October 28th. It starts with the keynote speech by BI’s Chief Global Derivatives Strategist Tanvir Sandhu on macro and volatility ac... more

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Teddy Kaplan
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Episode: Credit Crunch: New Mountain’s Kaplan on Net-Lease Landscape
Jimmy Hinton
Chief Revenue Officer, US Capital Markets at Newmark Group
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Episode: FICC Focus: Newmark’s Hinton on US Commercial Real-Estate Outlook
Ben Emons
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Douglas Mintz
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Axel Merk
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Alexis Renault
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Episode: Credit Crunch: Investor Survey, France, Trade War and 4Q Outlook

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 138 ratings
  • Review

    Too much of the host. Difficult to understand and not interested in his view. Should emphasize the guest more.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ncciai12
    United States5 months ago
  • Learn things

    Appreciate the views shared in interviews and event reviews. Always learning more intracacies of various FI segments.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Forty Acres
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good pad Kaz

    Well done on municipal bonds

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BillyJeffyWatty
    United States4 years ago

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All Options Considered: Bloomberg Volatility Forum NYC 2025
Q: What keeps you up at night?
Long-term structural inflation and the unreliability of fixed income as a defender of portfolios.
Credit Crunch: Investor Survey, France, Trade War and 4Q Outlook
Q: How were you positioned for 4Q?
Alexis mentions that they are currently underweight at this level of spread, as the upside is limited, while the downside risks are significant.
Credit Crunch: Investor Survey, France, Trade War and 4Q Outlook
Q: What do you think the ECB should do regarding the current situation?
Alexis believes that the ECB should refrain from any intervention until meaningful reforms have been implemented in France.
Credit Crunch: Investor Survey, France, Trade War and 4Q Outlook
Q: What do you think is the end game on this government gridlock in France?
Alexis expresses that it is difficult to predict the outcome, suggesting that France needs substantial reforms to reduce state spending and highlighting the current political inertia.
Credit Crunch: Rithm’s Nierenberg on M&A, Recasting Perceptions
Q: How do you see the current state of the mortgage market evolving?
Michael discusses more mortgage production as rates stabilize, reflecting on their previous origination numbers and impacts on the housing market.

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This series features in-depth discussions around market dynamics, including insights on interest rates, corporate bonds, and emerging market debt. Analysts provide expert commentary on current economic conditions, market pressures, and specific investment strategies, exploring the implications of various factors such as inflation, geopolitical risks, and monetary policy adjustments. Notable discussions revolve around the resilience of credit markets, trends in municipal bonds, and opportunities in the real estate sector, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of the complexities within the financial landscape. The unique selling point of this series lies in its blend of expert analysis and practical insights useful for finan... more

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