Beyond Markets

The Beyond Markets podcast channel is wrapping up on a high note at the end of 2025. But do not worry! The conversation continues on our podcast Moving Markets by Julius Baer, where we'll be sharing fresh insights and analysis on current market developments.

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The first half of the year has provided investors with ample food for thought, but what’s next and how should investors be positioned for the second half of the year? 

In this episode of the Beyond Markets podcast, Christian Gattiker, Head of Research, and Mark Matthews, Head of Research Asia, discuss with Helen Freer the impact of the US administration on the global economy, the importance of adopting a global investment approach, and the current opportunities, particularly in the equities and fixed income space.

  • (00:33) - Introduction
  • (01:22) - US policies and what it means for the global economy
  • (04:02) - Risk of a recession
  • (05:32) - Expectations for the US Federal Reserve
  • (07:00) - Investing in equities - diversify
  • (08:13) - Why focus on mid-caps?
  • (10:30) - Opportunities in India and China
  • (11:57) - Why do we like Japan?
  • (13:01) - The importance of stock-picking in the current environment
  • (15:09) - Should gold form part of an investor’s allocation?
  • (16:16) - Where does the US dollar go from here?
  • (17:33) - Is the Swiss franc the ultimate safe-haven currency?
  • (18:13) - What does the global trade policy uncertainty mean for credit spreads?
  • (19:24) - Opportunities in the fixed income space
  • (20:13) - What do we prefer in terms of duration?
  • (20:58) - Opportunities in Euro bonds
  • (21:21) - What’s in store for emerging market debt?
  • (22:03) - Next Generation: a barbell strategy with Extended Longevity and Future of Finance
  • (24:10) - Next Generation: Future Cities
  • (24:44) - Summary
  • (25:58) - Conclusion

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What is Beyond Markets?

Beyond Markets by Julius Baer will no longer be publishing new episodes.
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