UBS On-Air: Market Moves Client Strategy Office

Solita Marcelli was joined by Frank Kelly, Founder & Managing Partner at Fulcrum Macro Advisors LLC, Mike Rogers, Former Director of the National Security Agency, and David Rubenstein, Co-Founder of The Carlyle Group.

China’s official first quarter GDP data reported surprising strength. Unsurprisingly, this surprise will make the official 2024 growth target easier to achieve. March economic data was less supportive, with weakness evident in production and retail sales figures. The industrial data may reflect the ongoing pivot away from goods by global consumers. Amidst the general hedonism of yesterday’s US retail sales data, the trend away from spending on durables and in favor of spending on services was evident.

Following an eventful couple of weeks in the markets, spanning upside surprises in macro data to geopolitical developments, Jason Draho brings us up to speed on CIO’s current outlook (including the forecast for Fed rate cuts) and portfolio positioning guidance. Featured is Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy

Markets are relatively calm in the wake of events in the Middle East. This may seem peculiar, but markets rarely price in extreme tail risks. Iran indicated it considers the matter concluded. US President Biden has urged restraint. Signs from the Israeli war cabinet suggest a response, but there is no idea of scale. The G7 has been as effective as the G7 ever is, talking about sanctions against Iran without agreeing on action.

Kathleen and Jon discuss a wide range of topics, including considerations when it comes to muni duration, sector preferences (including tax-exempt), implications of the 2024 election, and much more. Featured is Jonathan Mondillo, Head of US Fixed Income with abrdn, and Kathleen McNamara, Senior Municipal Strategist Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy

Hear from top investment professionals from the UBS Asset Management’s Multi-Asset Team.