Donald Trump and his policies remain a key focus for investors, particularly today as he reaches his 100th day in office. Yesterday, Trump signed orders aimed at easing the pressure on carmakers, whilst Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick hinted that the US has secured a trade deal with an unnamed country, prompting a rise in US shares. Meanwhile, US Treasury yields have fallen for a seventh consecutive day, driven by weak economic data that has fuelled speculation the Federal Reserve may cut interest rates to avoid a recession. Overnight, macroeconomic data from China and Japan was released, with both countries reporting lower-than-expected figures, suggesting early signs of damage from the ongoing trade war. A closer look at individual company reports reveals a mixed picture during this earnings season. To provide further insight into this complex earnings landscape, our Head of Equity Strategy, Mathieu Racheter, joins our show today.00:00 Introduction: Roman Canziani, Head of Investment Writing00:38 Markets wrap-up: Lucija Caculovic, Investment Writing07:38 Q1 earnings season update: Mathieu Racheter, Head of Equity Strategy11:58 Closing remarks: Roman Canziani, Head of Investment WritingWould you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
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13:12
Trade talks and tech titans: busy times for investors
The markets have seen some brief respite from volatility, thanks to positive developments in ongoing trade talks and upbeat company reports. However, this week promises to be action-packed, with four of the tech giants - Microsoft, Meta, Apple, and Amazon - set to release their earnings reports, which will likely dictate market direction. Joining us on the show is Manuel Villegas from Next Generation Research, who shares his expert insights on the recent surge in digital assets and offers his take on whether this rally has legs.00:00 Introduction: Helen Freer, Investment Writing00:31 Markets wrap-up: Roman Canziani, Head of Investment Writing07:13 Digital assets update: Manuel Villegas, Next Generation Research12:01 Closing remarks: Helen Freer, Investment WritingWould you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
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13:10
Stocks climb on Fed-cut hopes
Equity markets continued their multi-day rally yesterday on US Federal Reserve comments indicating an openness to rate cuts and signs that trade negotiations were progressing. China may exempt some US goods from tariffs and Apple plans to shift the assembly of all US-sold iPhones to India as soon as next year. In this episode, we are joined by Tim Gagie, Head of FX and Precious Metals Solutions in Geneva, who shares his expertise on the latest developments in foreign exchange and metals markets.00:00 Introduction: Helen Freer, Investment Writing00:24 Markets wrap-up: Jan Bopp, Investment Writing05:48 FX and metals: Tim Gagie, Head of FX & PM Solutions Geneva09:59 Closing remarks: Helen Freer, Investment WritingWould you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
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11:17
Optimism returns – but for how long?
Market sentiment has shifted towards optimism once again, with the US dollar gaining strength as concerns over President Trump's potential interference with the Federal Reserve's independence have eased. A two-day stock market rally has been fuelled by hopes that the US-China trade tensions will not intensify further. Meanwhile, recent data suggests that the economy may be heading towards a stagflationary environment in the coming months. Joining us to share his insights on the volatile gold market is Carsten Menke, Head of Next Generation Research.00:00 Introduction: Helen Freer, Investment Writing00:24 Markets wrap-up: Roman Canziani, Head of Investment Writing06:20 Gold: Carsten Menke, Head of Next Generation Research10:02 Closing remarks: Helen Freer, Investment WritingWould you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
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11:12
Relief rally
Stocks jumped and the dollar edged up as the Trump administration defused some of the tension that had rattled financial markets in recent sessions. President Donald Trump said yesterday that he does not intend to fire Fed Chair Jay Powell, while Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told investors that the US-China trade dispute is unsustainable and that a deal will be made. This came as the International Monetary Fund slashed their global growth forecasts, with widespread downgrades after the US tariff announcements. Our Chief Economist, David Kohl, shares his views on what to expect from the ECB and the Fed in terms of monetary policy in this environment and what it means for the economy.00:00 Introduction: Helen Freer, Investment Writing00:34 Markets wrap-up: Jan Bopp, Investment Writing06:38 Comments on ECB, US recession risks, Fed: David Kohl, Chief Economist12:38 Closing remarks: Helen Freer, Investment WritingWould you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
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