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Introducing Market take from the BlackRock Investment Institute. Market take is a quick, weekly, digest on what's driving markets, providing investing insights and analysis across asset classes, investment strategies and borders. You'll be able to hear Market take episodes right here on The Bid for the next few weeks on Mondays. We see volatility as a constant in the new regime. Wei Li, BlackRock...

In a world filled with financial uncertainties and rapidly changing economic landscapes, one thing remains clear. Emerging markets are becoming increasingly pivotal in shaping the global investment landscape. Jeff Spiegel, U.S. Head of Megatrend International and Sector ETFs at BlackRock joins host Oscar Pulido to delve into specific global trends that are paving the way for emerging markets,...

Electric vehicles, or EVs, have been hailed as the future of transportation. They promise cleaner air, reduced dependence on fossil fuels, and a seismic shift in how we commute. But as we navigate this high-speed journey towards an electric future, there are certainly some speed bumps ahead, whether it's concerns about range anxiety, the availability of charging infrastructure, or simply the price...

The face of finance has evolved considerably of late. From changing financial architecture and payment applications through to regulatory developments and the impact of AI, all of which have major implications for banking’s business models. Alex Brazier, Deputy Head of the BlackRock Investment Institute joins host Oscar Pulido, to talk about the first of these big megaforces, the future of finance...

In periods of volatility, investors can often be short sighted when considering the outlook ahead. But your retirement is a journey that's not only personal, but also profoundly influenced by external factors. Anne Ackerley, head of BlackRock's Retirement Group joins host Oscar Pulido to help us consider the current market conditions from a retirement lens and explains the five major forces that a...

In Part 2 of our deep dive into AI, Brad Betts, former NASA scientist, Stanford Professor and global equity researcher for BlackRock Systematic, joins Oscar to help us understand what AI means for investing and the opportunities that lie ahead for the investing landscape. This content is for informational purposes only and is not an offer or a solicitation. Reliance upon information in this materi...

Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized industries and reshaped the way we live, work, and interact with technology. But before the age of self-driving cars, virtual assistants, and smart homes, there is a fascinating history of research, trials, and tribulations that laid the foundation for the AI-driven world we inhabit today that we’ll discover in the first episode our two-part deep dive int...

A combination of public and private investments in neuroscience, government grants, and charitable donations are helping accelerate a wave of advancements and opportunities in the field of neuroscience. Recent clinical trial success for the second significant, disease-modifying drug to treat Alzheimer’s is a critical milestone and a positive sign for the future of neuroscience. So, what does this...

Private debt, private credit, direct lending. Why are these asset classes capturing investors' imaginations around the world? Are they a viable option for individual investors or restricted only to the large institutional investors? Jimmy Keenan, Chief Investment Officer and global head of Private Debt for BlackRock joins Oscar to do a deep dive into the enigmatic world of private debt, ask why it...

In an era of economic challenges and uncertainties, having an emergency savings fund is a financial lifeline that can provide peace of mind during turbulent times. Yet, statistics reveal a startling reality: 66% of the US population lacks adequate savings to weather unexpected storms and live paycheck to paycheck. And this problem is not limited to the US and it seems to only be getting worse. Is...

When big events happen in the markets, or even in history, analysts, economists and journalists set out to discover what led to those events, often working backwards, organizing a chain of events into a logical timeline. But on the flip side, accurate forecasting is a far harder skill to master and Professor Peter Atwater, behavioral economics pioneer, suggests that the same deciding factors we se...

We finish The Bid’s best of summer series with a look back on the market events from March that were sparked by regional bank failings in the U.S. that led the markets to volatility. Alex Brazier joined Oscar to discuss why these events were unlikely going to lead to a breakdown of the global banking system. Episode originally published March 17th 2023 This content is for informational purposes on...

Continuing the best of summer series, Bid host Oscar and producer Stevie take a look at the art of negotiation, featuring Professor Alex Carter, of Columbia Law School who examines, why negotiation skills are key to any career, and one thing you can do to start advocating for yourself. Episode originally published March 10th 2023 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Priva...

Continuing the best of summer series, Bid host Oscar and producer Stevie take a look at Oscar’s first pick of favorite episodes from this year, finding out how the climate can impact investing and how everything on the earth’s surface can act as a data point to inform investing decisions. Active investment analysts Joshua Kazdin and Mike Pensky, join Oscar to discuss developing BlackRock's geospat...

We see the Federal Reserve holding policy tight after hiking again this week. Jean Boivin, Head of the BlackRock Investment Institute, addresses an apparent disconnect: How can inflation appear to be falling quickly back to 2%, and the U.S. economy be stronger than expected at the same time? This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment...

Axel Christensen, Chief Investment Strategist for Latin America, shares why we still prefer emerging market assets over developed market peers by applying our new investment playbook. This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities, funds or strategies to any person i...

Over the summer, The Bid brings back some of the best episodes from this year. Kicking off the series, hosts Oscar and Stevie take a look back on the Metaverse discussion with Magic Leap CEO Peggy Johnson, what made Stevie reminisce about their favorite childhood movie, and how Oscar considers the new future of work in training employees. The Metaverse has evolved from a virtual gaming space to so...

Introducing Market take from the BlackRock Investment Institute. Market take is a quick, weekly, digest on what's driving markets, providing investing insights and analysis across asset classes, investment strategies and borders. You'll be able to hear the first three episodes right here on The Bid for the next few weeks on Mondays. In this episode Wei Li, BlackRock Global Chief Investment Strateg...

As we look ahead to the second half of 2023, what are the emerging trends investors should be watching and what opportunities might these factors present? Alex Brazier, Deputy Head of the BlackRock Investment Institute helps us look ahead to the rest of the year. This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an offer or soli...

According to a 2021 UN-backed report, the world’s food systems account for approximately one-third of human-caused emissions. Mark Schneider, CEO of Nestle, the world’s largest food and beverage company, joins The Bid to discuss how food – from the farm to the fork to the compost bin – plays a role in the transition to a low-carbon economy.   Sources: About Us, Nestle S.A., June 202...

As an asset class, gold is having a standout moment in 2023 and Gargi Pal Chaudhuri, iShares Chief Investment Strategist, joins host Oscar Pulido to discuss what factors are playing into its moment to shine. This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities, funds or st...

Beccy Milchem, Head of International Cash Management at BlackRock, joins The Bid discuss the top 3 things investors should consider when it comes to cash in uncertain market conditions. This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation or an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any securities, funds or strategies to any person...

In this special episode of The Bid, BlackRock Product Strategist Oscar Pulido and Alex Brazier, Deputy Head of The BlackRock Investment Institute, take a look at what happened with the debt ceiling showdown, how markets are reacting, and what investors can expect going forward now that the potential default is behind us. This material is intended for information purposes only, and does not constit...

As inflation remains high in many developed markets, emerging market central banks were quicker to hike interest rates coming out of the pandemic that helped to steady their economies. What opportunities and risks could we see from emerging markets as the rest of the year plays out? Emily Fletcher, a fundamental equities portfolio manager at BlackRock, highlights some of the risks and opportunitie...

So far, the world of investing in 2023 is proving to be very different from 2022. In early May, the Fed raised interest rates above 5% for the first time since 2007. Investors are asking questions about whether rates will stop rising and if inflation has reached its peak. Gargi Chaudhuri, Head of iShares Investment Strategy joins host Oscar Pulido to provide her 3P’s of investing for these volatil...