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The podcast where the students become the teachers. BLK Economics is a student ran podcast catered around macroeconomics. Tune in each week for insights on the economy from members at BLK Capital Management and industry professionals.
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Good morning! Join our cohosts Amen Amare and Elijah Osagie, CIO at BLK Capital Management, for a rundown of this week’s financial market highlights. They cover major index movements, the latest on Fed policy expectations, shifting consumer trends, and the impact of new tariffs on investor sentiment. Plus, hear insights on inflation data, commodity performance, and key risks shaping the outlook for Q2. All this and more in this week’s episode—don't miss it!
Good morning! Join our cohosts Amen Amare and Elijah Osagie, CIO at BLK Capital Management, as they discuss investor news and stock market performance. This week’s news recaps the remainder of earnings season, discusses potential Fed policy shifts, and shares the big winners and losers of Trump's new tariffs. All this and much more on this week's market update, you won't want to miss it!Listen in at the link below.https://open.spotify.com/episode/4sk7cu8d96TF84Fm0lmwQD?si=xa7W3c20SUqkbit3I4peCw
Welcome back to another episode of the BLK Podcast! Today, Elijah Osagie is joined by Tobenna Ikejiani, an Analyst at Evercore in Investment Banking (Industrials M&A). Tobenna discusses how he landed a role at an industry-leading boutique firm, internship best practices, and how he adjusted to such a demanding role. His advice will be super helpful to those who are currently recruiting and listeners who are curious about what a career in IB is really like. Tune in now at the link below!Episode Link: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0nyRHSEAkMfpsJUxBBTMfV?si=U1uWGC9VQWi7qL2c0yMC7QTobenna graduated from New York University with a degree in Economics and has also held roles at PIMCO and Fontainebleau Development.
Good morning! Join our cohosts Amen Amare and Elijah Osagie, CIO at BLK Capital Management, as they discuss recent economic news, stock market trends, and business headlines. This week’s news sees us looking forward to tech earnings, discussing Fed policy, and shedding light on the Deepseek saga that rattled financial markets. All this and much more on this week's market update, you won't want to miss it!
Listen in at the link below.
https://open.spotify.com/show/1UqvShRQnSiYhXLMLbx1ki
Recruiting timelines in the financial services industry are earlier each year and pressure is mounting on young students who are not exactly sure what they want to do. One of the best ways to learn about an industry is to learn from experience; but how do you make that decision as a college sophomore?
Join us as we interview Mike Kimpel, Founder and CEO at Financeable. He discusses his storied career, which included experience in investment banking, private equity, and hedge funds before pivoting to entrepreneurship. Mike discusses the pros and cons of each industry, what drove him to start his own business, and brings us along his bumpy entrepreneurial journey. Listen in now!
Mike Kimpel is the Founder and CEO of Financeable, Co-Founder of Access Distributed, and an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School. Financeable is a premier finance training course for careers in IB, PE, and many others. Mike developed Financeable to democratize finance for students from underserved backgrounds with intuitive course materials. Financeable has helped thousands of students land roles at firms like Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, Point72, and others.
Link to Financeable's website: https://finance-able.com/
In recent years, private credit has become one of the fastest growing sectors in financial services. But did you know the industry almost failed before it started during the Great Financial Crisis?Join us as we discuss how it weathered the storm and its rapid expansion with an industry veteran, Miguel Toney, Partner at CVC Credit. Miguel also discusses his career journey and key skills for a successful new hire in the industry. You won’t want to miss it!Miguel is a Partner at CVC Credit and has also held roles at Park Square, MV Credit, and Merrill Lynch. He attended Vassar College and went on to complete an MBA at Oxford University’s Saïd Business School. Miguel is also a proud member of the 1999 Class of SEO Career Scholars. Tune in to hear more about his journey!
Start 2025 with Amen and Elijah on the BLK Podcast!
In this episode, we look back at 2024, a year characterized with strong growth despite challenges like inflation and rate hikes.
We also dive into what’s ahead for 2025. From inflation and rate cuts to policy shifts and potential investor opportunities, this episode dives into the key factors shaping the financial landscape. Stay informed and ready to navigate the year ahead - tune in now!
Join your hosts Amen and Elijah this week for a run down of stock market performance, international trade restrictions, and economic data from the dates 11/25 til 12/2. We also share some breaking news that has moved stocks in the market this week, you won't want to miss it!
In today's episode of the BLK Economics Podcast, Elijah Osagie hosts an episode with two of the founding members of Impact Initiative, a nationwide investment and consulting club. During the episode, they discuss current trends within the industry, Impact Initiative's goals as an organization, and the importance of mentorship to career development. Make sure to give this a listen to learn more; Impact Initiative's Cohort 2 applications close on Monday, February 12, so apply and stay on the lookout!
Tune into our second episode of BLK On The Street where we interview Moyo from the Raine Group. Moyo participated in a live episode with our host Liz Paulin at the BLK Capital Management's semesterly conference which hosts student analysts from around the world in a two-day career development seminar. He discussed his career journey, recruiting tips, a special opportunity within Raine, and some tips to stand out in your application process. You don't want to miss it!
In this episode, BLK Capital Management's equity research analysts Elijah Osagie and Amen Amare provide a summary of recent economic releases from October and explain their importance towards the Fed's inflation fight. Topics include unemployment, Fed speak, and inflation.
The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the speakers and not necessarily reflect the views or positions of
BLK Capital Management.
The BLK Economics panel sits down to discuss historically high mortgage rates, monetary policy, and key economic data that provide insights on the current state of the economy. Today's episode features Elijah Osagie, Amen Amare, Justin Holmes, and Salah Salah.
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Joel Stennett is an experienced Wall Street professional and runs Alumni Relations at BLK. He most recently worked at Citigroup as a Credit Trading Analyst. Joel graduated from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. where he ran Division One Track and Field. Today, Joel makes his debut on the BLKEconomics podcast to discuss careers on Wall Street and all things finance in our first episode of a new edition: "BLK On The Street". More to come on this segment.
Happy Friday! Join our cohosts Amen Amare and Elijah Osagie, CIO at BLK Capital Management, as they discuss recent economic news, stock market trends, and business headlines. This week’s news includes a flurry of strong bank earnings, a bond market relief rally, and an update on central bank policy decisions.We also cover news from international markets, including the expected impact of tariffs on foreign currencies. You won’t want to miss it!Listen at the link below. https://open.spotify.com/show/1UqvShRQnSiYhXLMLbx1ki
Join us as we sit down with Folarin Okulaja, a Global Markets Analyst at Goldman Sachs, to discuss his inspiring journey from studying neuroscience at Princeton University to thriving in the fast-paced world of finance. Folarin shares insights on the habits that drive success, the importance of mentorship, and his experiences navigating one of the world’s leading investment banks. Whether you're an aspiring finance professional or simply curious about the inner workings of global markets, this episode offers valuable lessons on leadership, career growth, and balancing life beyond the office.
Join your hosts Amen and Elijah this week for a run down of stock market performance, international trade restrictions, and economic data. We also share some breaking news that has moved stocks in the market this week, you won't want to miss it!
On this week’s episode of the BLK Podcast, Amen and Elijah interview Jillian Long from The Carlyle Group, where she is a Vice President and Client Relationship Manager for Global Credit. Jillian is a BC alumnus and has held many roles in IR at firms like HPS Investment Partners and Lafayette Square Holdings. Join us for an interesting conversation with a trailblazer in her field!
Join us on this week's episode where we discuss notable domestic & international market shifts driven by key economic data.
Join us on this week's episode to learn about the market last week and the impact of the 2024 US Presidential Election.
Join us on this weeks episode of the BLK Market Update, particularly regarding the US election and its implications on US financial markets.