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Episode 18: Investment-Grade Corporates and the Macro BackdropThursday, July 21Justin Takata, head of Guggenheim’s Investment-Grade Sector Team, discusses the technical and fundamental drivers of value in his market. Guggenheim’s U.S. Economist Matt Bush reviews the latest CPI and jobs data, and outlines his views on recession timing and the possible progression of monetary policy. We also answer a listener’s question about fixed-income funds in retirement plans. If you have a question to direct to the podcast, please email macromarkets@guggenheiminvestments.com.Related Content1. Recession Signals Flashing Red The latest data suggest we may already be in a recession.Read Macro Alert2. CIO Midyear OutlookSteve Brown, CIO for Total Return and Macro Strategies, joins Asset TV’s CIO Mid-Year Outlook MasterClass to discuss multi-asset solutions for the market ahead.Watch Video Investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.This material is distributed or presented for informational or educational purposes only and should not be considered a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product, or as investing advice of any kind. This material is not provided in a fiduciary capacity, may not be relied upon for or in connection with the making of investment decisions, and does not constitute a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. The content contained herein is not intended to be and should not be construed as legal or tax advice and/or a legal opinion. Always consult a financial, tax and/or legal professional regarding your specific situation. This material contains opinions of the author or speaker, but not necessarily those of Guggenheim Partners, LLC or its subsidiaries. The opinions contained herein are subject to change without notice. Forward looking statements, estimates, and certain information contained herein are based upon proprietary and non-proprietary research and other sources. Information contained herein has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but are not assured as to accuracy. Past performance is not indicative of future results. There is neither representation nor warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information. No part of this material may be reproduced or referred to in any form, without express written permission of Guggenheim Partners, LLC. Guggenheim Investments represents the following affiliated investment management businesses: Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, LLC, Security Investors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Corporate Funding, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Europe Limited, Guggenheim Partners Fund Management (Europe) Limited, Guggenheim Partners Japan Limited, GS GAMMA Advisors, LLC, and Guggenheim Partners India Management. 

In Episode 17: “Fixed Income in Retirement Plans” (July 6, 2022), portfolio manager Adam Bloch, a managing director and a leader of our total return team, discusses economic and market conditions in fixed income, and offers perspective on considerations for plan sponsors, advisors, and plan participants when evaluating the bond allocation in retirement accounts. If you have a question to direct to the podcast, please email macromarkets@guggenheiminvestments.com.Related Insights:Recession Signals Flashing RedThe latest data suggest that we may already be in a recession.Read Macro AlertInvesting involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.This material is not intended as a recommendation or as investment advice of any kind, including in connection with rollovers, transfers, and distributions. Such material is not provided in a fiduciary capacity, may not be relied upon for or in connection with the making of investment decisions, and does not constitute a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. All content has been provided for informational or educational purposes only and is not intended to be and should not be construed as legal or tax advice and/or a legal opinion. Always consult a financial, tax and/or legal professional regarding your specific situation.Guggenheim Investments represents the following affiliated investment management businesses: Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, LLC, Security Investors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Corporate Funding, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Europe Limited, Guggenheim Partners Fund Management (Europe) Limited, Guggenheim Partners Japan Limited, GS GAMMA Advisors, LLC, and Guggenheim Partners India Management.

Brian Smedley, Guggenheim’s Chief Economist and Head of Macroeconomic and Investment Research, discusses the impact of the Fed’s 0.75% rate hike on markets and the economy.If you have a question you would like to direct to the podcast, please email macromarkets@guggenheiminvestments.comRelated Insights:Macro Markets Podcast: Episode #15Paul Dozier on how stocks have performed in midterm election years, and head of foreign exchange Cameron Crosby discusses the currency markets.Listen to Macro Markets Podcast Ep. 15Credit Returns in the Upcoming Fed Hiking CycleThe outlook for credit amid rising inflation, monetary tightening and war in EuropeRead High-Yield and Bank Loan ReportInvesting involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.This material is not intended as a recommendation or as investment advice of any kind, including in connection with rollovers, transfers, and distributions. Such material is not provided in a fiduciary capacity, may not be relied upon for or in connection with the making of investment decisions, and does not constitute a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. All content has been provided for informational or educational purposes only and is not intended to be and should not be construed as legal or tax advice and/or a legal opinion. Always consult a financial, tax and/or legal professional regarding your specific situation.Guggenheim Investments represents the following affiliated investment management businesses: Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, LLC, Security Investors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Corporate Funding, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Europe Limited, Guggenheim Partners Fund Management (Europe) Limited, Guggenheim Partners Japan Limited, GS GAMMA Advisors, LLC, and Guggenheim Partners India Management.

Paul Dozier, a Director in the Guggenheim Investments Macroeconomic and Investment Research Group discusses the performance of equity markets during mid-term election years and provides an update on the latest economic data. Head of Guggenheim’s foreign exchange and derivatives trading desk, Managing Director Cameron Crosby, shares the latest on the currency markets. We also answer a listener’s question about the neutral rate.If you have a question you would like to direct to the podcast, please email macromarkets@guggenheiminvestments.comRelated Insights:Macro Markets Podcast: Episode #13U.S. Economist Matt Bush analyzes the latest Fed announcement and labor and inflation data, Investment Strategist Maria Giraldo discusses credit risk while the Fed tightens, and Managing Director Chris Keywork updates on the bank loan market.Listen to Macro Markets Podcast Ep. 13Fed Aggressiveness Following Delayed Liftoff Sets Up 2023 CollisionThe risks of tightening into a downturn.Read Macro AlertCredit Returns in the Upcoming Fed Hiking CycleThe outlook for credit amid rising inflation, monetary tightening and war in EuropeRead High-Yield and Bank Loan ReportInvesting involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.This material is not intended as a recommendation or as investment advice of any kind, including in connection with rollovers, transfers, and distributions. Such material is not provided in a fiduciary capacity, may not be relied upon for or in connection with the making of investment decisions, and does not constitute a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities. All content has been provided for informational or educational purposes only and is not intended to be and should not be construed as legal or tax advice and/or a legal opinion. Always consult a financial, tax and/or legal professional regarding your specific situation.Guggenheim Investments represents the following affiliated investment management businesses: Guggenheim Partners Investment Management, LLC, Security Investors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Distributors, LLC, Guggenheim Funds Investment Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Advisors, LLC, Guggenheim Corporate Funding, LLC, Guggenheim Partners Europe Limited, Guggenheim Partners Fund Management (Europe) Limited, Guggenheim Partners Japan Limited, GS GAMMA Advisors, LLC, and Guggenheim Partners India Management.

Matt Bush, Guggenheim Investments’ U.S. Economist, provides an update on the macroeconomic outlook, including his analysis of the minutes from the last FOMC meeting. We also answer listener questions.

Matt Bush, a Managing Director and Guggenheim’s US Economist analyzes the latest Fed announcement and labor and inflation data, and offers his views on what investors can expect as policy starts to take hold. Maria Giraldo, a Managing Director and investment strategist in the Macroeconomic and Investment Research Group, discusses the fundamentals, relative value, and future prospects for credit risk while the Fed tightens. And the head of Guggenheim’s bank loan desk, Managing Director Chris Keywork, provides an update on his sector, which remains a market favorite and a positive outlier in the fixed-income universe.

Allen Li, Managing Director and Head of Guggenheim’s Municipal Bond Sector Team, discusses technical and fundamental drivers of the taxable and tax-exempt municipal market, and why it might be a good time to buy. Also, with the Fed poised to ramp up policy tightening and ongoing supply disruptions from lockdowns in China and the war in Ukraine, Paul Dozier, a Director in the Macroeconomic and Investment Research Group, brings us up to date on the economic outlook.

Karthik Narayanan, Head of the Structured Credit group for Guggenheim Investments, and Jared Drucker, a Director and senior member of the group, join Head of Thought Leadership Jay Diamond for a timely discussion of ABS, MBS, and CLOs, how the market has been responding to rapidly changing market conditions, and where they are finding value now. Matt Bush, US Economist for Guggenheim Investments, looks under the hood of the latest CPI release and shares his take on the Minutes from the March FOMC meeting.

Steve Brown, Assistant Chief Investment Officer for Guggenheim Investments, discusses the drivers of first quarter market volatility, portfolio management decision making, and the case for bonds now. Also featuring Aditya Agrawal, Head of the Agency MBS Sector Team, and Jerry Cai, a Vice President in the Macroeconomic and Investment Research Group.

Brian Smedley, Chief Economist for Guggenheim Investments and Head of our Macroeconomic and Investment Research Group, joins Jay Diamond, Head of Thought Leadership, to discuss the economic and market impact of the FOMC decision, war in Ukraine, and much more.