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Robert Armstrong

U.S. financial commentator for the Financial Times and writer of the Unhedged newsletter. Provides expertise on market trends and economic policy.

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Jul 7, 2025 • 1h 15min

How the Big Beautiful Bill’s Passage Will Reshape the Economy

Robert Armstrong, a U.S. financial commentator for the Financial Times, joins to dissect the implications of the recently passed GOP tax bill. He argues that the economy is playing a risky game with national debt, emphasizing a 'greed mode' in the markets. The conversation delves into the complexities of job growth, highlighting discrepancies in employment data. Armstrong also addresses the rising 'inheritocracy' and advocates for targeted wealth taxes to ensure a more equitable economic future. The discussion is both insightful and provocative!
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Sep 18, 2025 • 36min

Fed Cuts Rates For First Time This Year & Winners and Losers of a TikTok Deal

Robert Armstrong, a U.S. financial commentator for the Financial Times, joins the discussion about the recent Federal Reserve rate cut. They explore the rationale behind the 25 basis point decrease and its implications for economic growth and inflation. The conversation shifts to the TikTok deal, analyzing who benefits from the agreement, concerns about algorithm control, and the potential for cronyism. As they unravel these complex topics, listeners gain insights into the intersection of finance and technology.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 9min

Why the TACO Trade Matters — ft. Robert Armstrong

In this engaging discussion, Robert Armstrong, a savvy financial commentator for the Financial Times, sheds light on the intriguing 'TACO trade' concept he coined. He explains how investor strategies shift in response to political tariff announcements and evaluates the cultural moment of this quirky term. The conversation also dives into the potential ripple effects of recent tariffs on consumer goods and critiques impulsive economic decisions made by leaders. Armstrong juxtaposes market psychology with pressing economic policies, ensuring listeners walk away with fresh insights.
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Jun 11, 2024 • 20min

Trade like a bot

Researchers at the University of Chicago took a fairly standard large language model of AI and fed it a bunch of balance sheets and income statements and asked it to make predictions about earnings. In backtests, AI beat human calls by a small margin, and outperformed the market generally. Have fund managers been dealt yet another kill shot? Katie Martin and Robert Armstrong discuss, and go long shareholder commitments, and the musical genius of Yuja Wang.For a free 30-day trial to the Unhedged newsletter go to: https://www.ft.com/unhedgedofferYou can email Robert Armstrong at robert.armstrong@ft.com and Katie Martin at katie.martin@ft.com. Read a transcript of this episode on FT.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 23min

Why men’s fashion is skimpier and more queer

Men's fashion experts Robert Armstrong and Eric Platt discuss the rise of skimpier and more queer styles in menswear, exploring the influence of social media, changing gender norms, and increasing comfort in self-expression through fashion. They also touch on the societal pressure for men to enhance their appearance, the impact of body ideals, and the evolving standards men face in society.
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Sep 11, 2024 • 19min

Jay Powell – lucky or good?

Jay Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve, discusses his efforts to manage inflation without derailing the economy, joined by Robert Armstrong, a US financial commentator from the Financial Times. They delve into whether Powell's strategies are the result of skill or serendipity. The conversation also touches on comparisons with past central banking legends like Paul Volcker, and the challenges of navigating today's economic uncertainty while balancing inflation and employment. Ultimately, they ponder how history will evaluate Powell's leadership.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 20min

Paramount, Skydance and the streaming wars

Entertainment industry expert Robert Armstrong and deals reporter James Fontanella-Khan discuss the Paramount-Skydance merger and the future of entertainment in Hollywood. They delve into the complexities of the deal, the competitive landscape in the streaming industry, and explore the potential impacts of consolidation. Additionally, they share predictions and banter about the Euros football final.
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Feb 1, 2024 • 17min

Will commercial real estate hurt regional banks?

FT property correspondents Robert Armstrong and Joshua Oliver discuss the recent decline in shares of New York Community Bank Corp and its impact on the commercial real estate market. They explore the challenges in commercial real estate, the potential impact on regional banks, and the slow-moving nature of the sector. The hosts also have a contrasting discussion on returning to the office post-COVID-19.
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Oct 31, 2024 • 29min

As America goes to the polls, the economy is doing well, but people aren't feeling it

Betsey Stevenson, a Professor of Economics at the University of Michigan, shares insights on the current economic landscape alongside Robert Armstrong from the Financial Times and Christopher Rugaber from the Associated Press. They discuss the paradox of a booming economy contrasted with plummeting consumer confidence. Rising prices and pandemic disparities emerge as key themes, highlighting feelings of exclusion among younger generations. The panel also explores the impact of luxury spending despite economic anxieties, while analyzing political implications as elections draw near.
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Nov 7, 2023 • 27min

Pub quiz showdown: Alphaville vs Unhedged

Finance trivia showdown between teams from Alphaville and Unhedged newsletters. Topics include orange juice futures, age comparison, guessing the number of stocks in the S&P 500, a pub quiz showdown answering questions about government debt and the Bank of Japan's intervention, and guessing the price of Dogecoin.

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