UBS Global Research Pod Hub

How can investors make better decisions? By understanding the past. This year’s edition of the Global Investment Returns Yearbook (GIRY) explores how 125 years of historical data can offer key insights for the future. At the core of the Yearbook is the long-run DMS database, which provides long-run annual returns on stocks, bonds, bills, inflation, and currencies for 35 markets. The unrivalled bre...

With a projected economic footprint of $5.4 trillion by the end of this year, and spending power expected to reach $1.7 trillion by 2029, Generation Alpha are a demographic set to have profound market implications. How do their needs differ from previous generations? What sectors will benefit most from their influence? And how do brands need to adapt? Hosted Annabel Willder, Global and European ES...

Climate change is reshaping global tourism. What does this mean for when, where and how we travel? From rising costs to shifting travel patterns, our latest UBS Research podcast dives into how the industry and consumers are adapting. Hosted by Jarrod Castle and Artem Prokopets, UBS Research Travel & Leisure analysts. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Ple...

Amid New Year resolutions and Dry January, we discuss how and why consumers are taking better care of themselves. We touch on the growth of exercise, how innovation is impacting health & wellness, and why Gen Z is drinking less than older generations. Hosted by Arpiné Kocharyan, US Fitness & Leisure Analyst, with Jay Sole, US Softlines Analyst, and Peter Grom, US Household &amp...

In this second of two podcasts, we lay out the key market calls from our recently published Outlook. See part one for the main economic calls. (01:00) Equity market outlook (02:55) Fed action (5:32) How does the US equity market rank vs other markets? (08:00) Could there be periods where Europe outperforms the US? (08:16) Bond market outlook (08:16) (08:16) Currency market outlook (12:56) What wou...

In this first of two podcasts, we lay out the key economics calls from our recently published Outlook. Stay tuned for part two of this series where we discuss the main market calls. Hosted by Bhanu Baweja, Chief Strategist with Arend Kapteyn, Head of Economics & Strategy Research. (01:06) Key economics calls: which regions are improving and which regions aren’t? (03:35) Why our calls are below...

Software-led payments help businesses scale and expand their customer reach. While adoption is not new, penetration in Europe is still significantly behind the US. We define what software led payments is and discuss why we believe the evolution of software-led payments will be a key theme in European FinTech for the coming years. Hosted by Sambuddha Ray, Head of Macro Strategy Product Management,...

We discuss whether the latest fiscal stimulus from China is enough and what more could be done. As the situation evolves, what are the key dates? Which indicators should we watch out for? Hosted by John Lam, Head of China & Hong Kong Property Research, with Dr. Tao Wang, Chief China Economist. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you list...

We discuss how the supply chain landscape has shifted over the past decade touching upon countries that gained or lose market share, how Chinese companies are reacting, sectors that are likely to see more interest from new aspirants, and much more. Hosted by Sambuddha Ray, Head of Macro Strategy Product Management, UBS, with Sunil Tirumalai, Head of EM & Asia Equity Strategy, UBS. (00:43) Ques...

A quick snapshot into UBS Global Research Pod Hub where we share key insights on the events shaping today's markets, with global economics, strategy and research thought leaders at UBS.

Election relevance, AI consequence & consumer sentiment. In this episode we explore popular questions on these three key topics. Featuring Beatrice Allen, Zuzanna Pusz and Michael Briest, UBS Research analysts and Bhanu Baweja, UBS Chief Strategist. The 3 Biggest Themes This Year (0:18) Generative AI (00:49) The Adoption of Gen AI (2:26) The Slowing Consumer (05:20) Outlook for Luxury (06:13)...

Our Chief Strategist, Bhanu Baweja, discusses with Sambuddha Ray, Head of Macro Strategy Product Management, our current expectation of Fed cuts, what’s priced in and key signposts to watch for markets to react in an easing cycle. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information a...

In this episode we discuss the countries facing the greatest challenges from Europe’s accelerating demographic transition and highlight the economic consequences of aging populations. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

In this episode we discuss top picks in equities and fixed income with Sonja Laud, CIO at Legal & General Investment Management and Bhanu Baweja, Chief Strategist at UBS. US Slowdown (00:49) US Elections (4:46) Equities (12:00) Fixed Income (17:08) Asset Allocation (17:18) Commodities (26:33) APAC (27:50) Summary (36:50) Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for...

In this episode we explore the global projects valued at over US$1.5 trillion that could help power brand new cities into the future and highlight the five emerging themes that we believe are critical in ensuring a city's long-term growth and vibrancy (5min). *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www....

Tune in to learn about three significant developments in the healthcare sector that can help address widespread health challenges. Laura Sutcliffe, Healthcare Research analyst at UBS, discusses the impacts of GLP-1s, advancements in neuropsychiatric treatments for addiction and mental health, and the market potential of Brain Computer Interfaces for mobility solutions in this episode.

In this podcast we outline the timeline, key signposts and implications for rates and FX ahead of the general election on 4 July 2024. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

The surge in eCommerce sales and adoption, particularly among older demographics during COVID-19, has raised questions about the industry's future trajectory. Learn about the key eCommerce trends and potential scale of migration with Jay Sole, US Retailing, Department Stores and Specialty Softlines analyst at UBS, and Jason Finkelstein, US Consumer Sector Specialist at UBS.

How is AI accelerating the growth in data centers? What are the key implications of this across the Capital Goods, Utilities and Metals and Mining sectors? Tune in to our latest podcast to find out. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

Sunil Tirumalai and Ken Liu discuss UBS Research insights into the growing collaboration between China and the Middle East in the energy sector. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

Our Chief US Economist shares his views on the outlook for the world’s largest economy, Fed’s reaction path, impact of US presidential election and more. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

Valuations are nearly as high & leadership nearly as narrow but this isn’t a 90s style bubble. Unfortunately we don’t have conditions for a long bull-run either *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

The last US CPI print was hot amidst a tight labour market. After declining 6pp to close to ’18 levels, are we at the end of good news on US inflation? *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS)..

If Trump wins, will markets rise again? Investors underestimate the difference in starting points today, listen as Bhanu Baweja, Chief Strategist at UBS, shares two key lessons from the last 100 years of elections. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaimer and go to www.ubs.com for further information about UBS).

In this episode we recap sector highlights from last year and lay out what lies ahead for 2024 with Gerry Fowler, Chief European Equity Strategist and Head of Derivatives Strategy at UBS, and Sambuddha Ray, Head of EMEA Product Management for Economics and Macro Strategy at UBS. *(This information is subject to a disclaimer at the end of this podcast. Please ensure that you listen to the disclaime...