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Jason and Paul rejoin in-studio to share their revised assessment as to whether the US economy is still on track to mirror a “Roaring 20s” scenario this decade, this as we’ve reached the mid-point of the 2020s. Featured are Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation Americas, and Paul Hsiao, Asset Allocation Strategist Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Japan’s December trade data had weaker imports and stronger exports than had been expected. Exports to the US declined, which rather argues against pre-trade tax stockpiling in the US (though there may still be time for that). The absence of stockpiling would likely speed the impact of trade taxes on US consumers.
On the first episode of Viewpoints for 2025, Burkhard shares some boots-on-the-ground perspective from the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. We also spend some discussing the implications of Trump 2.0 to European economies and markets.
Amantia rejoins the conversation in-studio to share some thoughts around the implications of recently signed executive orders by President Trump as it relates to both climate and energy. We also touch on implications for companies, along with takeaways and recommendations for investors when it comes to sustainable investing. Featured is Amantia Muhedini, Sustainable & Impact Investing Strategist Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Hear views on the US equity markets from Jeremy Zirin, Senior Portfolio Manager of the House View Equity Portfolios, and Head of the Private Client US Equity Team. Host: Daniel Cassidy
UK government borrowing rose in December. Higher interest payments on inflation-linked debt were a significant part of this. Inflation-linked debt is currently tied to the retail price measure (this will change at the end of the decade. Higher energy prices—themselves a function of government policy—can raise interest payments via inflation.
As President Trump’s second term is now underway, Jason performs a “fit check” assessment of the US economy and markets. Tune in for the takeaways, along with CIO’s positioning views and investment outlook. Featured is Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Amid the woes, where are the opportunities in Europe’s car industry? President-elect Trump has threatened to slap higher tariffs on European carmakers, Chinese competition is intensifying, and demand for autos in Europe is flagging. But it’s not all bad news for investors. Featured is Rolf Ganter, Head, CIO Equities Europe, with co-hosts, Christopher Swann and Belinda Peeters
South Korea’s trade data for the first 20 days of January showed a decline in exports—there were more holidays this year than last, affecting the data. Chip exports remain strong, but exports to the US, EU, and China all declined.
Will Trump's policy changes lead to near-term market volatility? Can earnings season stay solid amid anticipated market volatility? Will the Bank of Japan resume its rate hiking cycle this week? CIO's Belinda Peeters brings you the latest on this week's market themes.
Hear from top portfolio managers and business heads from UBS Asset Management’s Muni, Taxable Fixed Income, and Liquidity teams. They share views on the markets and what they believe you should be focused on within the fixed income space.
German December producer price inflation is due. This is not normally a major market concern, but as trade taxes and relative competitiveness become more of an issue, this is something investors might pay more attention to. German producer prices moved out of deflation in November.
US Treasury Secretary-nominee Bessent is a more orthodox cabinet nominee. Yesterday’s confirmation hearings saw generally articulate answers. The responses on trade taxes were troubling. Bessent’s idea that an appreciating currency offsets tariffs is not supported by recent evidence. The idea that US workers will not pay trade taxes is wrong. As he’s an intelligent individual, these views may reflect the beliefs of the incoming administration, not Bessent’s understanding.
Our first conversation of the year begins with thoughts around the recent rise in yields, along with where pockets of vulnerability and opportunity exist within fixed income as we enter 2025. Leslie and Ken also spend time sharing their overall outlooks, along with views when it comes to monetary policy, and positioning across the asset class. Featured is Ken Shinoda, Portfolio Manager for RMBS at DoubleLine Capital, and Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy Americas with the UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Yesterday’s US consumer price inflation data was benign. Consumer durable goods prices fell for a majority of the Biden administration. Although consumers do not focus on such prices when considering inflation, this deflation did boost consumer spending power. The abrupt market response reflects the problem with Federal Reserve Chair Powell’s “data dependency” mantra: any data release (however dodgy) prompts an extreme market response.
Rick rejoins Jason to begin a new year as the two discuss and share their views on the US macroeconomic environment, monetary policy and rates, along with exchange thoughts on allocation preferences across fixed income and equities. Featured are Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office, and Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income, Head of the Fundamental Fixed Income business, and Head of the Global Allocation Investment Team at BlackRock. Host: Daniel Cassidy
US December consumer price inflation should show modest headline gains. It is worth distinguishing inflation pressures and relative price changes. Egg prices are likely to rise sharply—egg producer prices rose 127.9% y/y in December. This is a supply shock. Unless Federal Reserve Chair Powell becomes a chicken farmer, they can do nothing about this.
Leslie rejoins the podcast to share CIO’s outlook for fixed income in 2025, including thoughts around the road ahead for monetary policy, what has been causing the rise in yields, and considerations when it comes to positioning within the asset class. Featured is Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
Markets have reacted to media reports suggesting that the next US administration will impose trade taxes on US consumers gradually, month by month. Remember past media reports on tariff policy have subsequently been denied over social media. This is a boiling frog approach—the price level effect is the same, but consumers may not notice so much. The risk is that repeated tariff increases would encourage repeated profit-led inflation episodes by providing a convenient cover story.
What does a combination of good economic data and higher rates mean for the markets? Following a strong December jobs report, and with yields continuing to climb higher, Jason reflects on recent market moves and reaffirms CIO’s longer-term market outlook. Plus, thoughts when it comes to portfolio positioning for the current environment. Featured is Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
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