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The Bid

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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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Emerging markets are back in focus in 2026 — not just as a cyclical trade, but as investors reassess performance leadership, diversification, and where growth is showing up in a shifting global paradigm. After a long stretch of disappointing returns,... more

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The K-shaped consumer is redefining the outlook for the U.S. economy. While overall spending remains resilient, growth is increasingly concentrated among higher-income households, creating widening gaps across income levels. As policy shifts, AI adop... more

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Skilled trades are becoming one of the most important — and overlooked — drivers of the global infrastructure boom. As trillions of dollars flow into energy systems, transportation networks, telecoms, and AI data centers, the constraint is no longer ... more

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Powering AI is no longer just a technology story — it’s an energy and infrastructure story reshaping capital markets and the global economy. As artificial intelligence scales from training to real-world inference, electricity demand is accelerating a... more

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Recent Guests

Will Su
Analyst in BlackRock's Fundamental Equities Group
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Episode: 250: Powering AI 2.0: Why the AI Boom Is Becoming an Energy Story
Jaime Magyera
Head of BlackRock's US Wealth Advisory and Retirement Businesses.
BlackRock
Episode: 248: Retirement Realities: Your Questions Answered - Ask Me Anything with Jaime Magyera
Jean Boivin
Head of the BlackRock Investment Institute
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Episode: 242: 2026 Outlook: Pushing Limits
Cameron Joyce
Head of Research Insights at Preqin
Preqin, part of BlackRock
Episode: 239: How Private Markets Could Reshape Portfolios and Investment Opportunities by 2030
Jim Cramer
Investor, TV host, and author
Episode: 238: Jim Cramer on Investing – How To Make Money In Any Market
Jamie Magyera
Head of BlackRock's US Wealth Advisory and Retirement Business
BlackRock
Episode: 234: Retirement Confidence in Focus: How Savers Navigate Volatility and Change
Jay Jacobs
US head of equity ETFs at BlackRock
BlackRock
Episode: 233: How Active ETFs, Thematic Investing, and Market Dynamics Are Reshaping Portfolios - AMA with Jay Jacobs
Balfe Morrison
Head of Listed Infrastructure Strategies
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Episode: 232: Infrastructure, AI & Energy: Navigating the Golden Age of Infrastructure Investing
Rick Rieder
Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income
BlackRock
Episode: 231: A New Era for Fixed Income Investors: Prioritizing Income in a Volatile Market – LIVE FROM FUTUREPROOF FESTIVAL

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Oscar Pulido
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4.4 out of 5 stars from 450 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 Kingdoma month 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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    5
    Jess Inskip
    United States4 months ago
  • Great information

    Podcast Addict
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    cougar
    10 months 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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    Boblogggggggggg
    United Statesa year ago

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252: The K-Shaped Consumer Economy: GLP-1s, AI and the Future of Consumer Spending
Q: Where do you see AI playing into the consumer economy?
AI will reshape both shopping and marketing: AI agents will guide purchases, reducing time on retailer platforms while transforming where advertising dollars flow; brands will need to optimize for AI-generated recommendations and leverage proprietary data to maintain a competitive moat; marketing leverage will shift toward scalable content and hyper-personalization, with clear winners and losers depending on data, logistics, and brand differentiation.
250: Powering AI 2.0: Why the AI Boom Is Becoming an Energy Story
Q: What is the story on nuclear now more recently?
Nuclear restarts have been favorable due to their reliability and emission-free profile, but new construction projects face significant challenges and delays.
250: Powering AI 2.0: Why the AI Boom Is Becoming an Energy Story
Q: Can you bring us up to speed on how the sector has done and what are the current trends for gas power generation?
Gas has moved front and center in the AI data center build out due to its reliability and emissions advantages, particularly as utilities upgrade the grid to meet demand.
250: Powering AI 2.0: Why the AI Boom Is Becoming an Energy Story
Q: How big of an impact is AI having on electricity demand in the world?
AI is driving significant investment in building AI factories of the future, with data centers already consuming about 5% of American electricity demand and projected to grow significantly.
250: Powering AI 2.0: Why the AI Boom Is Becoming an Energy Story
Q: Can you talk to us about what changes you've seen in the energy landscape as it relates to this AI industrial revolution?
There has been a deepening recognition of the critical role that energy plays, not just to power AI, but in some ways being AI itself.

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The content focuses on current trends and major shifts influencing the investment landscape, with episodes dedicated to topics such as artificial intelligence, geopolitical dynamics, and market strategies. It features discussions led by experts from various sectors, particularly finance, who provide insights into how these factors impact investment decisions and economic forecasts. The approach is characterized by a blend of practical advice and analytical breakdowns, making complex subjects accessible to a broad audience. The podcast distinguishes itself by featuring influential voices and comprehensive discussions about emerging market themes, retirement planning, hedge funds, and the interplay between technological advancement and financ... more

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