EBC Pulse360°

In this episode of EBC Pulse360, Joseph AuXano breaks down the recent market reaction to escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz — where disruptions to global energy flows have driven volatility across oil, yields, currencies, and equities.  Despite ongoing uncertainty and fragile negotiations between the United States and Iran, global equity markets have continued to push higher — appearing t...

The rules of the markets as we know it are being rewritten. Debt at historic levels. Bond market under pressure. Gold and equities chasing record highs. Co-presented by EBC Financial Group and Team DeNapoli, the March 2026 edition of Market Focus hosted by DiNapoli Expert Joseph AuXano, we cut through the headlines to grasp the underlying forces that are quietly reshaping our financial landscape....

In this episode, we’re joined by Jason Shapiro, a veteran hedge fund manager best known for his feature in 'Unknown Market Wizards' (a book by bestselling author Jack Schwager). He shares insights into his disciplined, risk-managed approach to trading and the personal best practices he’s developed over more than three decades trading across global markets. The content of these materials do...

As the world prepares for COP30 in Brazil, we talk to Charles Bedford, Chief Impact Officer at Carbon Growth Partners, where he leads investments in high-quality carbon projects around the world. He also serves as Adjunct Professor at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, where he teaches climate finance. With over 25 years of global conservation & climate experience, he explores...

In the second part of our special with Professor Michael McMahon from the University of Oxford, we explore why economics deserves a place alongside math and science in the classroom.    From understanding how mortgages and debt work to spotting the hidden costs behind “buy now, pay later” offers, Professor McMahon explains why early financial education is key to building smarter, more resilient so...

EBC Financial Group (EBC) is the official Foreign Exchange partner of FC Barcelona. In this Pulse360° episode, we invite Javier Lopez, employee of EBC, to unpack highlights from the special derby on 26th October between two major football teams of La Liga.  The content of these materials does not constitute a recommendation from EBC Financial Group and all its entities, also known as EBC. EBC is n...

For this special episode, we team up with the University of Oxford’s Department of Economics as Professor Michael McMahon unpacks the world of applied economics: where theory meets the real world. From its roots in classical thought to its role in shaping public policy today, discover how economics helps us make sense of society’s biggest questions. Interested in more insights like this? Join an e...

In this episode of Pulse 360, we travel through more than a century of Japan’s economic history. From the founding of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1878 to the high-growth decades, the bubble economy, and the lessons of globalization today.   Our guest, Dr. Tetsuji Okazaki, is Professor of the Faculty of Economics, Meiji Gakuin University and Emeritus Professor of the University of Tokyo. He served...

In this episode, we deep dive into South Korea's financial markets with our guest speaker, Yunijn Kim, a Senior Portfolio Specialist at Hanwha Asset Management. From her personal career journey, to the discussion on the nation's economic structure, listen to her views on South Korea’s distinctive economic position - how it is shaped by globally competitive Tech and Defence industries, cult...

In this episode of Way of a Trader, Joseph Auxano takes us inside the most demanding part of the trading day, the live market phase. After previously unpacking his pre- and post-trading routines, Joseph now zooms in on the core: the Trading Operating System (TOS). Joseph shares how a structured checklist, clear guardrails, and disciplined review practices keep him grounded in his principles when v...

Joseph Auxano returns on Way of a Trader to show why willpower alone can’t sustain consistent trading and how most traders erode and buckle under pressure. Through real-life examples from Miami to Bangkok, learn how routines, anchors, and system design make disciplined trading automatic. Stay tuned to learn how you can incorporate this structure for yourself.

With Suriname and Timor-Leste newly certified malaria-free by the World Health Organization (WHO), this episode of EBC Pulse 360° features Samuel Hertz, Head of APAC at EBC Financial Group, on how EBC’s partnership with United to Beat Malaria sparked a cross-border mobilisation for change. From horseback rides in Mongolia to community runs in Latin America, discover how this cause is inspiring peo...

What turns belief into behaviour when trading under immense pressure, when the cards are played against you? As we close out Pillar 1 of Way of a Trader , Joseph Auxano unpacks the Trader Operating System and why belief alone isn’t enough without discipline by design. (00:00) Belief needs structure to last (6:48) What goes in to building the TOS? (8:33) A personal anecdote on discipline (16:44) Re...

In the second episode of Way of a Trader, Joseph Auxano follows up with a fresh lens on trading, one that connects identity drivers, emotional beliefs and even lessons from sport. It’s not just the technical setup, but the mental structure that forms the backbone of your decision-making process. (00:00) It Begins Before the Trade (4:18) Lessons from Sports (7:36) What's the End Game? (13:05) F...

What if your next big trading breakthrough isn’t in the charts, but in your own mindset? In the debut of Way of a Trader, we explore how belief systems shape trading behaviour more than strategy. With esteemed trader and DiNapoli Academy Programme creator Joseph Auxano, we dive into the mindset behind wins, losses, and the trader’s true edge. (00:00) Intro and Joseph’s Trading Origin Story (02:11)...

Hosted by Al Hamidi, Pulse 360 ° by EBC Financial Group covers everything our trading communities love - from trading insights to market outlook, you name it we'll talk about it. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or embarking on your journey, this brand new series delivers insights and tips to support you on your trading journey.