Bob Diamond

Bob Diamond, former CEO of Barclays and founder of Atlas Merchant Capital, and David Schamis, CIO and co-founder of the same firm, discuss their transition from traditional finance to the digital asset landscape. They dive into Hyperliquid’s rapid growth and innovative features like perpetual swaps and unique token buybacks. The conversation also touches on the regulatory environment for blockchain, the significant role of stablecoins, and how their firm is facilitating U.S. investors’ access to new financial opportunities.

Torsten Slok, Chief Economist at Apollo, shares insights on a potential credit crunch and economic slowdown in the U.S. Bob Diamond, CEO at Atlas Merchant Capital, discusses the buoyancy of U.S. equities amidst market turbulence. Seth Carpenter, Chief Global Economist at Morgan Stanley, reacts to consumer price index data, shedding light on inflation dynamics influenced by tariffs and immigration policies. Together, they navigate complex economic indicators and explore the interplay between growth and inflation in today’s market.

Guests Emily Roland, Bob Diamond, Tom Porcelli, and Marilyn Watson discuss investing in mid-cap stocks, Federal Reserve risks, ADP jobs data, market dynamics, and strategies for adjusting investments. They also cover the Fed's interpretation of economic signals, managing portfolios in volatile markets, retirement security, ESG factors, and economic trends in the US.

Bob Diamond, former Barclays CEO and current Atlas CEO, dives into the world of regional banks and consolidation. He argues that recent dislocation poses unique opportunities and explains how interest rate shifts impact these banks' outcomes. Diamond advocates for consolidation, citing that the U.S. has too many banks, which impairs competitiveness. He highlights the benefits of merging, such as cost savings and improved returns on equity, while noting strong credit quality in lending. The discussion wraps up with insights on New York City's recovery post-COVID.

Bob Diamond, the former CEO of Barclays and co-founder of Atlas Merchant Capital, discusses Wall Street's optimistic plans for crypto and blockchain technology. David Schamis, also a co-founder, shares insights on Hyperliquid's potential and the exciting new Midnight Glacier Drop token initiative. They explore the volatile cryptocurrency landscape, the impact of decentralized finance on traditional banking, and the necessity for financial institutions to embrace blockchain innovations to stay relevant. Tune in for valuable predictions amid market chaos!