Basis Points of Interest

Every basis point tells a story, and we’re here to translate it. Basis Points of Interest is your weekly deep dive into the movements, moments, and market mechanics shaping commercial real estate and capital markets today. Hosted by Zara , a sharp young analyst with a taste for data, and Ken , a seasoned desk veteran with decades of lending and structuring experience, the show blends financial insight, macro context, and industry wit into a fast-moving, professional conversation. Each week, Zara and Ken unpack the stories behind the numbers. From Fed decisions and yield curve shifts to CMBS pricing, credit spreads, inflation data, and institutional trends in multifamily, industrial, hospitality, and alternative real assets. You’ll get informed analysis without the jargon , real-world takeaways for lenders, borrowers, investors, and dealmakers , and a running commentary on