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UBS On-Air: Market Moves

Top of the Morning: Fixed Income Strategist - A shorter runway

Jul 18, 2024
Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy at UBS, discusses how investors should position themselves as growth and inflation trend lower, and the upcoming rate cutting cycle. Topics include data alignment with Fed guidance, impact of monetary policy adjustments on total return, and CIO recommendations for strategic fixed income positioning amid market volatility.
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Quick takeaways

  • Position with higher quality investments to navigate volatility.
  • Focus on maintaining tactical approach in Treasury markets for potential yield leverage.

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Expectations for Growth and Inflation Trends

The podcast discusses expectations for growth and inflation trends in the fixed income market. Leslie Falconio highlights that the market has seen a normalization in the economy with factors like CPI coming in below expectations and job market indicators showing a balance in economic conditions. The discussion focuses on the Fed's stance, anticipating a start of rate cuts in September to support a continued slow economic environment.

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