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Katie Martin, Robert Armstrong and other markets nerds at the Financial Times explain the big ideas behind what’s happening in finance right now. Every Tuesday and Thursday.

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Kevin Warsh delivered his first comments on Wednesday as the new chair of the Federal Reserve. Investors were listening … and the market dropped. Today on the show, Katie Martin and Rob Armstrong dissect his remarks about forecasting, the Fed’s balan... more

Each year the FT Global Bond Summit brings traders, bankers, central bankers and politicians to London to discuss the state and future of debt. Today on the show, Rob Armstrong talks with Katie Martin about her visit to the summit and what she learne... more

Right now the only thing flowing through the Strait of Hormuz is a caravan of broken promises and fake cease fires. Today on the show, Middle East editor Andrew England joins Katie Martin and Rob Armstrong to discuss US President Donald Trump’s inabi... more

The market plunged on Friday after a positive jobs report and then rebounded on Monday. Today on the show, Rob Armstrong and reporter Daire MacFadden ask why investors seem so jumpy. Also they go short deal trinkets and long young basketball players.... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew England
FT Middle East editor
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Malcolm Moore
Energy editor at the Financial Times
Financial Times
Episode: The oil reserves dwindle
Dara MacFadden
Newbie on the Unhedged newsletter, formerly at Bank of England
Financial Times
Episode: What’s bothering bonds?
John Foley
Head of the FT's Lex column
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Episode: Can GameStop buy eBay?
Joe Leahy
FT Beijing correspondent
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Episode: China Shock 2.0
Richard Waters
FT tech and Silicon Valley reporter
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Episode: Space ecstasy
Antoine Gara
FT contributor covering private markets
Financial Times
Episode: Uncomfortable moments in private credit
Brendan Greeley
Financial historian and banking expert, Princeton University
Princeton University
Episode: The case against stablecoins
Jamie Smyth
FT Oil Nerd, guest on the episode
Financial Times
Episode: Energy prices up, markets down

Hosts

Katie Martin
Host of the show and FT markets columnist
Robert Armstrong
Co-host, markets journalist / Host of Unhedged

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Excellent

    Really enjoyable and informative podcast, enjoy listening on my way into work to keep up to date!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Singaporelawyer
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • After 40 years in the City finally something good to listen to about markets and investment.

    As as Ex City man this pod hits the mark for me on analysis, discussion and laughs - even if you don't live in the financial / investing world you will still love this pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whirlowdale
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Incisive, informative and funny. I always look forward to listening to this FT podcast.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Johnny Beeblebrox
    2 months ago
  • Best podcast on finance

    Superb analysis on current events with a light touch of personality and humor. Katie and Rob are treasures.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brenn441
    United States2 months ago
  • So engaging

    Without a doubt this is my favourite financial podcast. Katie and Rob are so knowledgeable and so fun!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C Macca
    New Zealand2 months ago

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Balanced hosts with strong market knowledge and engaging banter.
Clear, data-driven market context with approachable explanations.
Listeners appreciate global perspective and timely macro coverage.
Some reviews call out repetitive AI topics but overall high engagement.
Occasional criticism about dynamics between hosts but generally high-quality analysis.

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Can Trump make a deal with Iran?
Q: Could a 'muddle-through' deal be a plausible outcome that buys time until a future administration?
Yes, the consensus is that a weak, incremental agreement that is easy to spin as a victory could buy time, reduce immediate tensions, and keep energy markets stable while negotiations drag on in the background.
Can Trump make a deal with Iran?
Q: What would a long-term, stable status quo look like if a deal is reached?
A possible framework involves a temporary halt on major enrichment, a staged sanctions relief package, and a credible mechanism to monitor and verify compliance, with a longer horizon for deeper nuclear agreements and regional security arrangements.
Can Trump make a deal with Iran?
Q: Is there a realistic path to a short-term agreement that could prevent further escalation while setting up longer-term talks?
The guests suggest a staged approach: first reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease energy pressures, then advance nuclear discussions; the key challenge is achieving enough trust and a credible incentive structure for Iran to concede on its red lines.
Will markets ever care about anything?
Q: Is it silly to talk about a drift into authoritarianism, or is it a reasonable analogy given world politics?
It's a reasonable analogy because there isn't a single dramatic turning point but rather a series of smaller changes accumulating over time that collectively erode checks and balances and introduce more uncertainty into policy and governance.
Uncomfortable moments in private credit
Q: How does private credit compare to traditional banking during stress?
The risk has moved from banks to private markets, potentially providing bigger liquidity cushions but with higher opacity and different risk profiles.

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