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The Bid

BlackRock
Artificial Intelligence
Blackrock
Investment Strategies
Inflation
Market Volatility
Bond Market
Investing
Investment Opportunities
Infrastructure
Interest Rates
Tariffs
India
Economic Growth
Capital Markets
Geopolitics
Emerging Markets
Fixed Income
Europe
Geopolitical Fragmentation
Private Markets

The Bid breaks down what’s happening in the world of investing and explores the forces changing the economy and finance. From stock market outlooks to geopolitics and technology, BlackRock speaks to thought leaders and industry experts from around the globe about the biggest trends moving markets.

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ETFs in Asia have grown significantly since the global financial crisis, but their role is changing. What began as a way to access markets is now expanding into broader portfolio applications as investors face more complex market conditions.

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Asia has often been viewed as a long-term growth story, but its role in global markets is becoming more immediate. The region now represents a significant share of global GDP and listed companies, while operating across distinct economic and policy c... more

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Retirement systems are undergoing a structural shift as traditional pensions decline and individuals take on greater responsibility for financial outcomes. Longer lifespans and evolving capital markets are making retirement planning more complex and ... more

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Crypto investing is at a crossroads as digital assets move from speculative beginnings toward broader institutional adoption and integration into capital markets. As volatility persists and infrastructure evolves, investors are increasingly asking no... more

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Recent Guests

Aarti Angara
Head of Global Product Solutions in Asia Pacific region at BlackRock
BlackRock
Episode: 261: Why Are Global Investors Looking to Asia As An Investment Destination?
Nick Nefouse
Global Head of Retirement Solutions in the Multi-Asset Strategies and Solutions Group at BlackRock
BlackRock
Episode: 260: The Top Retirement Trends That Are Reshaping Investing, Income and Longevity
Dan Morehead
CEO of Pantera Capital
Pantera Capital
Episode: 259: Cryptoassets At A Crossroads: Volatility, Adoption, and Changing Investor Perspectives
Ibrahim Kanan
Head of the US Core Equity Team within BlackRock's Fundamental Equities Group
BlackRock
Episode: 257: Beyond The Magnificent Seven: Discovering Equity Opportunities in The S&P 493
Jeff Rosenberg
Senior Fixed Income Portfolio Manager for BlackRock Systematic
BlackRock Systematic
Episode: 256: AI and Bond Markets: How Artificial Intelligence Is Reshaping Fixed Income Investing
Jon Diorio
Head of product and alternatives for BlackRock's US Wealth Business
BlackRock
Episode: 255: The Rise of Private Markets: Access, Liquidity, and Portfolio Diversification
Vidy Vyraver-Murthy
Portfolio Manager at BlackRock
BlackRock
Episode: 254: Alternative Investing: Finding Diversification in Volatile AI-driven Markets
Cameron Joyce
Head of Research Insights at Prequin
Prequin
Episode: 254: Alternative Investing: Finding Diversification in Volatile AI-driven Markets
Balf Morrison
Head of Listed Infrastructure Strategies at BlackRock
BlackRock
Episode: 254: Alternative Investing: Finding Diversification in Volatile AI-driven Markets

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Oscar Pulido
Host of The Bid, BlackRock

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 454 ratings
  • Avenue for peddling products

    Most if not all interviews just serve as a push to buy blackrock products

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    SV_LDN
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Quality content + quality production

    The Bid brings together some of the most brilliant minds in finance to break down what’s really happening across capital markets. It’s smart, thought-provoking, and beautifully produced…the kind of podcast that makes complex ideas both accessible and engaging. The storytelling and production quality set it apart from other finance pods, making it a must-listen and an easy addition to your capital markets pod rotation.

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    Jess Inskip
    United States7 months ago
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    cougar
    a year ago
  • One of my favorites

    This show covers such a wide range of timely market topics from the best minds in finance, and does so in a way that’s accessible and easy to understand for any investor. Production quality is also excellent.

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    ENM1924
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great advice

    I always love getting my financial advice from one of the most evil companies destroying the planet!

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    United States2 years ago

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261: Why Are Global Investors Looking to Asia As An Investment Destination?
Q: When considering allocating to Asia, how should an investor navigate the fragmentation across countries and regulatory regimes?
Investors should be selective and nuanced, recognizing currency, regulatory differences, and varying stages of development, while leveraging diversification and country/sector/thematic exposures to manage risk while seeking returns.
261: Why Are Global Investors Looking to Asia As An Investment Destination?
Q: Aarti, looking ahead, what do you see the role that Asia is going to play in global portfolios over the next few years, or maybe even further out?
Asia is set to become a structural part of global portfolios, moving from periphery to core as investors adopt more precise country-, sector-, and thematics-based allocations, balancing growth with diversification.
260: The Top Retirement Trends That Are Reshaping Investing, Income and Longevity
Q: How do regulatory changes influence end investors, and what does the current environment look like for defined contribution plans internationally?
Regulatory changes around ERISA in the US and similar moves abroad shape how plans are governed and how investment options evolve, with a trend toward integrating defined benefits into defined contribution structures globally and using lifecycle modeling to guide outcomes.
260: The Top Retirement Trends That Are Reshaping Investing, Income and Longevity
Q: What changes in engagement with retirement plans have you observed as savers move through different life stages?
As savers age, conversations should become more personalized; younger savers can take growth-oriented approaches, while those in their 50s require different options and guidance, with advisors helping to optimize the next dollar and ensure sustainable outcomes.
260: The Top Retirement Trends That Are Reshaping Investing, Income and Longevity
Q: Your team actually runs the portfolios that many people saving and investing for retirement use, where they access the capital markets. So what are some of the key shifts that you're focused on?
We see a shift from traditional pensions to defined contribution plans, driven by longer lifespans and the need for individuals to manage their own retirement outcomes; engagement and re-engagement with savers become important as people near retirement, along with expanding access and incorporating broader asset classes like private markets and guaranteed income into retirement solutions.

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What is The Bid about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on how macro forces, technology, and policy shape investing and markets, with frequent deep dives into retirement systems, private markets, and the evolving role of AI in portfolios. Episodes often feature BlackRock leaders and external experts discussing regime shifts, diversification, and long-horizon strategies, as well as practical implications for advisors, institutions, and individual investors. A notable strength is the accessible yet rigorous treatment of complex topics (from AI-enabled investing to the growth of private markets) paired with high production quality and a fast-paced format that fits in a concise listening window. This combination makes it valuable for listeners who want data-driven insights, real-wor... more

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2. Nick Nefouse
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