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Mar 5, 2024 • 27min
Investing in Stability: Why CLOs are a Safe Bet in Uncertain Times
Winnie Cisar is joined by Dave Preston, Head of Structured Credit Research at AGL Credit Management. Together, they delve into the intricacies of the CLO market, discussing the appealing cash-on-cash returns of CLO equity, the significance of CLO manager performance, and the impact of banks and Japanese investors on AAA CLO tranches. Dave also sheds light on the increasing prominence of private credit CLOs and offers insights for investors navigating this complex landscape.

Feb 29, 2024 • 24min
2024 US Presidential Election Dissection
In the latest "Know More. Risk Better." episode, host Zachary Griffiths and GeoQuant's Head of Research, Ross Schaap examine the 2024 US presidential election, leveraging their model's impressive 83% success rate in predicting outcomes.

Feb 28, 2024 • 24min
Special Episode: Banking on Stability: An Analysis of European Bank Earnings
Tune into our latest "Know More. Risk Better." episode where strategy meets insight in the fixed income arena. Head of Financials, Simon Adamson joins to dissect the impact of US commercial real estate on European banks and what it means for investors. We also take a closer look at European bank performance and the potential shifts in the banking landscape. Essential listening for anyone looking to stay ahead in the world of credit investing.

Feb 27, 2024 • 34min
Euro-Levfin Uncovered: Strategy and Sentiment in 2024
In our latest "Know More. Risk Better." podcast episode, host Winnie Cisar and Global Editor-in-chief of LFI, Luke Millar unpack the European leveraged finance market's robust start in 2024. They tackle key drivers, CLO trends, and the evolving private credit landscape, offering expert analysis on the sector's opportunities and challenges. Tune in for critical insights into high-yield strategies and default outlooks.

Feb 23, 2024 • 23min
Beyond the Rate Cut: China's Fiscal Policy and Its Global Ripple Effects
In this episode of "Know More. Risk Better.," host Zachary Griffiths joins Head of East Asia Corporates, Zerlina Zeng, to analyze China's unexpected five-year loan prime rate cut and its implications for market sentiment and investment strategies. They explore the nuanced impacts on the credit market, debate future policy shifts, and offer insights on navigating the current investment climate.

Feb 20, 2024 • 28min
Navigating Market Surprises: Understanding CPI and PPI Impacts
Exploring the impact of CPI and PPI data on fixed income markets, investor perspectives on credit spreads, Federal Reserve's rate adjustments, comparisons of current credit cycle to historical data, market volatility, and potential credit risk opportunities

Feb 15, 2024 • 21min
Meet Bixby: Our New Edge in the BSL Market
In our latest podcast episode, we're thrilled to introduce Brian Conroy, the founder of Bixby – a company specializing in the leveraged loan market and the newest member of the Fitch Solutions family. Brian shares his journey from the investment banking world to creating Bixby, a platform addressing the need for transparent information flow in private markets. He discusses Bixby’s growth, its near-complete coverage of the US loan market, and its expansion plans into Europe. Tune in to hear how Bixby's data is revolutionizing the way clients approach the loan market and discover the synergy with CreditSights’ suite of products.

Feb 13, 2024 • 30min
Cloudy with a Chance of Defaults: A Forecast of Our 2024 Default Outlook
In the latest episode of "Know More. Risk Better.," we invited Fitch Ratings Head of US Leveraged Finance, Lyuba Petrova and CreditSights Head of Quantitative Research, Kai Gilkes to discuss the anticipated US bond and leveraged loan default rates for 2024, exploring key factors and potential impacts on investment strategies. The conversation also touches on the role of private credit and liability management in shaping the fixed income landscape. Tune in for strategic insights crucial for navigating the evolving credit market.
For further questions please feel free to reach out to Lyuba at Lyuba.petrova@fitchratings.com.

Feb 8, 2024 • 23min
Macro Movers: Deciphering Global Growth and Risks Ahead
Host Zachary Griffiths discusses the delicate balance of risks and opportunities in the fixed income market with BMI's Global Head of Country Risk, Cedric Chehab. Cedric shares his expert analysis on the expected economic slowdown in 2024, highlighting the contrast between developed and emerging markets and the pivotal role of monetary and fiscal policy. This episode provides investment professionals with critical insights into the strategic considerations essential for navigating the forces shaping global credit markets.

Feb 6, 2024 • 26min
Brick by Brick: Decoding European Real Estate's Risks and Rewards
In this insightful episode of "Know More. Risk Better.," host Winnie Cisar sits down with analyst Mary Pollock, CFA to explore the current state of the European real estate market amidst a pivotal property cycle. They dissect the impact of hybrid work trends on office property valuations and discuss the importance of interest coverage ratios (ICRs) to determine the health of issuers’ balance sheets through this cycle. Tune in for an expert analysis.