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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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As part of Bloomberg Intelligence’s 2026 Fixed Income Markets Outlook: Opportunity Amid Policy Uncertainty event, this panel examines the outlook for junk bond yields and total returns, consumer health, the role of private credit and top sector picks... more

This special edition of the FICC Focus podcast features the recording of a Dec. 4 panel discussion exploring investment grade spreads, issuance and strategies to outperform in the year ahead. Moderated by Rob Schiffman, senior technology and internet... more

“Ad hoc groups are decades old at this point. Co-ops are new. Since when do we have to promise to be friends? I think [co-ops] are inherently lame.” John Sobolewski, Partner and Global Chair of Latham & Watkins' Liability Management Practice, sat dow... more

“There’s some articles out there that [suggest] once there’s losses, there could be a bunch of fire sales of assets ... not true,” says KKR Partner and Global Head of Private Credit Daniel Pietrzak when discussing misunderstandings about private cred... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Litton
President of Harbor Group International
Harbor Group International
Episode: FICC Special: Harbor’s Litton Talks US Commercial Real Estate
Jennifer Selendy
Founding partner of Selendy Gay, a seasoned trial and appellate litigator specializing in bankruptcy and insolvency matters.
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Episode: State of Distressed Debt: Jennifer Selendy on LME Battles, Antitrust
Rob Slater
CEO and founder of Cognitive Credit
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Episode: Credit Crunch: Where AI Fits With Cognitive Credit’s Rob Slater
Stephen Dover
Chief Market Strategist at Franklin Templeton
Franklin Templeton
Episode: Macro Matters: Global Asset Allocation With Stephen Dover
Steve Ketchum
managing partner, CEO, and CIO of Sound Point Capital
Sound Point Capital
Episode: Credit Crunch: Sound Point's Steve Ketchum on Credit's Revolution
Samuel Sibony
Portfolio manager in the Global Credit Opportunities Fund and a specialist in subordinated debt with experience at Algebris and Barclays.
Algebris
Episode: Credit Crunch: Credit Clubs, Sovereign Crises, AT1s vs. Hybrids
Ranesh Ramanathan
Partner and Co-Head of the Global Capital Solutions Practice at Aiken
Aiken
Episode: Credit Crunch: Akin’s Ramanathan on Capital Solutions
Tuck Hardie
Managing Director in Houlihan Lokey's Financial Restructuring Group.
Houlihan Lokey
Episode: State of Distressed Debt: Houlihan Lokey’s Tuck Hardie Is Back
Jeff Blazek
Co-CIO of Neuberger Berman
Neuberger Berman
Episode: All Options Considered: Bloomberg Volatility Forum NYC 2025, Part II

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Ira Jersey
Chief Interest Rate Strategist for Bloomberg Intelligence, providing insights on interest rate trends and monetary policy developments.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 144 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 States6 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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FICC Special: Harbor’s Litton Talks US Commercial Real Estate
Q: What are the risks that keep you up at night about the forward look for the US economy?
General economic softness and labor market softness, alongside persistent inflation, could impact asset classes adversely.
EM Lens: Event Risk Set to Rise Yet EM Should Still Outperform
Q: What are the issues that you're most focused on over the medium term?
Political events, inflation, and geopolitical risks are key issues expected to impact EM markets moving forward.
EM Lens: Event Risk Set to Rise Yet EM Should Still Outperform
Q: How is investor positioning ahead of the elections?
Investor positioning appears complacent with the upcoming elections, but there is notable focus, particularly on significant elections in Latin America including Brazil.
EM Lens: Event Risk Set to Rise Yet EM Should Still Outperform
Q: What makes capital stick in global fixed income today?
Positive trends in capital flows into EM debt, low default prospects, and improvements in sovereign credit metrics suggest strong investor confidence.
EM Lens: Event Risk Set to Rise Yet EM Should Still Outperform
Q: What were the underlying drivers for this year's out performance, and do you expect conditions to remain supportive in 2026?
The underlying drivers include a favorable monetary policy cycle and strong performance in both local and hard currency EM debt, which is expected to continue into the next year depending on various economic conditions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About FICC Focus

What is FICC Focus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Insights from experienced analysts cover a diverse range of investment topics, focusing on interest rates, corporate bond dynamics, and emerging market debt. Episodes often feature in-depth discussions on economic indicators and their implications for global markets, driven by expert opinions and analysis. Recent conversations delve into challenges in credit markets, volatility in fiscal policies, and trends in asset allocation, all aimed at helping listeners navigate complex market conditions and make informed investment decisions. In addition to interviews with thought leaders in finance, this series fosters an analytical approach to investment strategies and economic forecasting.

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5. Steve Ketchum
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