In tune with the markets

With a new Fed chairman settling in, markets may need to brace for choppier waters. But for now, optimism rules. AI is propelling equities higher, Korea is hitting fresh records, and Wall Street is holding firm — even celebrating the 'greatest IP in history' , SpaceX.  Length without disclaimer: 18 minutes This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to the copyright...

In a market where AI now outweighs geopolitics, even tensions in Iran barely register. The earnings season has been a blockbuster, with the Korean market shooting the lights out. Despite expectations of no further US rate cuts, investors seem unfazed, and semiconductors continue to lead the charge. Companies across the AI supply chain dominate market performance, while traditionally 'safer' sector...

Despite persistent unrest in the Middle East and elevated oil prices stoking inflation concerns, equity investors continue to buy the dips, leaving traditional safe havens in short supply. Equity markets may appear unfazed, but credit markets are signalling that the story isn't finished yet.  Length without disclaimer: 14 minutes This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights re...

Market turbulency remains, and where the US dollar acts as a safe haven, gold clearly doesn't this time around. Central banks sit on the fence, hoping the inflation increase caused by the war in Iran will be transitory. Oversold stocks recover, while overbought stocks take a punch on the chin.  Length without disclaimer: 18 minutes This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights...

It is earnings season again and guess what – the beat goes on. In this episode Arnout van Rijn also digs deep into his two of his favorite topics: Japan and gold. And are we seeing a long-awaited rotation in financial markets? Value stocks, small caps and defensive stocks are now outperforming growth stocks, mega caps and cyclical stocks. And emerging markets continue their bull run.    Unitree de...

The equity markets in general and semiconductor companies in particular are flying high, amidst geopolitical turmoil.  Gold has clearly entered bubble territory. The share of weak hands in the market is increasing, which means we are now in a volatile bull market, says Arnout van Rijn. Tune in to our latest podcast episode.  Length without disclaimer: 18 minutes This podcast features material by f...

Surprisingly, Beethoven sets the tone in 2025's last episode of this podcast series. Arnout van Rijn and Peter van der Welle talk about the upbeat 2026 outlook for equities, the strange case of the Japanese bond yields and why investors might end up wrong-footed in the year to come    Length without disclaimer: 16 minutes This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved t...

With the present lack of data, the Federal Reserve is maneuvering in the dark. The AI hype is still very much alive after Nvidia delivers again, but worries on the return of all those billions invested are mounting, also on the credit markets. What's happening in Japan, and will COP30 in Brazil open fresh opportunities for emerging market bonds? Tune in to our latest episode with a special musical...

Are President Trump's policies stirring a 'high-pressure economy' of growth and inflation? Gold's gone galactic again – prices are soaring, with ETFs snapping up big volumes, and AI's trillion-dollar footprint continues to reshape markets, portfolios – and even geo-politics. Tune in to a new episode of our upbeat financial markets podcast.

Arnout van Rijn shares insights on Robeco's newly released 5-year outlook. What can we expect in a world full of uncertainties, where investors continue to dance — seemingly unfazed by the risk of the music stopping? Markets are showing signs of frothiness, Europe is finally stepping into the AI race, and—oh là là—France finds itself in turmoil.

In this episode, Arnout van Rijn explores the latest big, beautiful trade deals, mounting challenges to the 'G' in 'ESG', and the upbeat outcome of the latest earnings season.

Arnout van Rijn discusses the ongoing search for safe havens while markets continue hitting fresh new all-time highs. Also in this episode: the Korean paradox, the rise of stablecoins, and why share buybacks are replacing dividends. Tune in to enjoy the steel-panned summer vibes of our July episode.

The oil price has taken center stage again, while investors still struggle with the question whether the US dollar will continue to weaken. Washington's big spending bill keeps the US deficit decisively dicey and Europe ramps up defense spending.

It's the 'Trump Always Chickens Out' economy, says multi-asset investor Arnout van Rijn. Confusion is still the name of the game. Stock markets have recovered, but there seems to be little reason to be that optimistic given the underlying data. It reminds Van Rijn of the infamous 'Wile-E Coyote' phenomenon.

Tariffs are calling the tune as the US rattles global markets with a high-stakes trade war. US consumer confidence tanks, while gold holds up as a refuge. Looking ahead: what will the earnings season reveal about sentiment and corporate planning, and how will central banks navigate some very tough policy choices in the coming weeks? Listen in as Arnout van Rijn brings his insights.  Length without...

 A flight to safety is occurring in financial markets as Europe faces another 'whatever it takes' moment, with governments pledging to significantly increase defense spending. Is this a watershed moment for financial markets? This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to the copyright owners

China has just entered the year of the snake. It might not be able to get back on the previous economic growth track, but equity markets might offer some tradeable rallies opportunities. The so called 'Dogs of the Dow' are having a great start of the year, with European stock markets also in catch-up mode. Tune in now. This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to t...

The next earnings-reporting season is kicking off and will bring new evidence of whether the market hype is still justified. European equities, may be poised for a turnaround. That might depend on the right trigger to unlock valuations, though. And US bond yields are on the move, signalling a more normalized yield curve.   This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved...

Covering the sobering and humbling exercise of predicting markets for the next calendar year. Surprisingly, mega cap-growth stocks have returned to their winning ways post-US elections. The outlook for European stocks might be improving, at least from a contrarian perspective. This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to the copyright owners

Markets celebrate a Trump victory; another robust earnings season adds to the momentum; and are the COP gatherings losing relevance? Tune in to our latest podcast episode with some Trump-endorsed beats.   This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to the copyright owners

In this month's In Tune with the Markets episode, portfolio manager Arnout van Rijn discusses the boom and bust after China's monetary measures; inflation that is likely not to be dead yet after all; and guess what: gold is back as an asset class, with central banks, particularly in India and China, buying gold again. This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to th...

  This week it's all about the mixed signals we see in the markets. Various asset classes seem to interpret them in different ways. Will tech stocks extend their rally? And what about the impact of the upcoming US elections? This and a lot more in a new episode of 'In tune with the markets' – this time with stock market veteran Arnout van Rijn and multi-asset investor Colin Graham trying to stay o...

This week it's all about the unwinding of the carry trade, the remarkable recent sell off and recovery of equity markets, earnings season and the ESG backlash that seems to be growing stronger and stronger in the US.  Tune in for the best of markets and the best in music with portfolio manager Arnout van Rijn.   Length without disclaimer: 18 minutes. This podcast features material by fair use guid...

This month portfolio manager Arnout van Rijn discusses the prospects for emerging markets that continue to look promising. In the meantime, the S&P 500 sets all-time highs almost on a daily basis, surfing the AI hype. The number of stocks fuelling the market rally is worrying though. Length without disclaimer: 15 minutes. This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved t...

This week it's all about Europe for a change. Macron's decision to call an early election impacts European bond markets. And Europe plays tough, announcing a new regime of tariff hikes for Chinese EVs, but China seems unimpressed so far. Tune in to hear more. Length without disclaimer: 16 minutes. This podcast features material by fair use guidelines. All rights reserved to the copyright owners