Above the Fray

Is the mighty US consumer reaching a breaking point? Host Justin Patrie sits down with CreditSights' James Goldstein and Fitch's Olu Sonola to unpack 'fragile stability,' value-seeking spending, the labor market, and whether the economy is truly K-shaped.

What is Above the Fray?

Above the Fray, hosted by Winnie Cisar and Justin Patrie, cuts through market chatter with sharp insights on credit, ratings, and the macro forces shaping decisions. Each week, it puts power into perspective by connecting timely developments to the bigger themes of driving markets, turning complexity into clear, actionable insight for issuers, investors, and market participants.