218: Aggressive central banks, fragile markets – the CIO call
In this month’s episode, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s chief investment officer, discusses the current bout of market volatility, with a focus on trading conditions, money markets and LDI strategies. Sonja is joined by:   Ed Wicks, Head of Trading Guy Whitby-Smith, Head of Solutions Portfolio Management   The episode is hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, and was recorded on Wednesday, 15 June.  ...
39m Jun 15, 2022
39m
217: Rising oil prices and slowing growth – Market Talk
Why is the oil price firming and what are the repercussions for global growth? And how quickly will central bankers continue to tighten monetary policy? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research reveals all.
14m Jun 08, 2022
14m
216: Building a case for the build-to-rent sector
In this episode Mike Adefuye, Senior Research Manager, Real Assets, paints a picture of a typical BtR apartment, analyses the risks and opportunities faced by investors and examines the sector’s role as a potential inflation hedge.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.
20m Jun 01, 2022
20m
215: Margin compression, bear markets and a dollar focus – Market Talk
What’s behind the latest profit warnings from US retailers? How is bad news being received by investors? And what’s behind the recent dollar strength? Ben Bennett, Head of Strategy and Investment Research explains all.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.
15m May 26, 2022
15m
214: Recession risk, real estate and responsible investing – the CIO call
In this month’s episode, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s Chief Investment Officer, discusses recession risk, where we are in the economic cycle and understanding the balance between energy security and the path to net zero. Sonja was joined by:   Mike Barrie, Director of Fund Management, Real Assets Shuen Chan, Head of ESG, Real Assets   This episode was hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager and wa...
36m May 19, 2022
36m
213: Are we losing the fight against cybercrime?
Cyberattacks on critical national infrastructure are on the increase, and companies also face increasingly sophisticated threats to their data. In today’s podcast we examine who has the upper hand, and the new technologies that could turn the tide. Speaker: Aude Martin, Senior ETF Investment Specialist, Index Funds Host: Harry Brooks, European Content Manager, ETFs
13m May 12, 2022
13m
212: Rising recession risk and US tech falls – Market Talk
Higher inflation, slower growth and tighter monetary conditions have led to increased talk of recession. But just how much recession risk is priced into markets? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research explains all.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.
15m May 05, 2022
15m
211: Active ownership: Global engagement to deliver positive change
In this special podcast we highlight some of the issues in our 11th annual Active ownership report - from the real living wage and inequality, through to flood risk and the complexities of ESG more generally.     This episode, recorded in April, features:   Kurt Morriesen, Head of Investment Stewardship Amelia Tan, Head of Responsible Investing Strategy Shuen Chan, Head of ESG Real Asset...
19m Apr 29, 2022
19m
210: Climate, COVID or cash: What’s making DC savers tick in 2022?
Amid the turmoil of the year so far, what is the prevailing factor dominating DC savers’ pension preferences? In this podcast, we take a deep dive into the differences between UK and Irish scheme members when it comes to responsible investing. Featuring: Stuart Murphy, Co-Head of DC Richard Kelly, Head of Client Business, Ireland Janette Weir, Owner and Director, Ignition House And hosted ...
21m Apr 22, 2022
21m
209: Why the cost of living just got more expensive
In this episode of LGIM Talks, Hetal Mehta, Senior European Economist, analyses the reasons behind skyrocketing living costs, the policymakers’ response and whether or not the fall in real incomes will make recession in Europe inevitable.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager.
18m Apr 19, 2022
18m
208: Contrarian views, geopolitics and ESG questions – the CIO call
In this month’s episode, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s chief investment officer, discussed the complex market environment facing investors, with a focus on inflation, earnings season and the long-term implications of the conflict in Ukraine. Sonja was joined by:   Madeleine King, Head of Research and Engagement John Roe, Head of Multi-Asset funds The episode was hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, ...
26m Apr 14, 2022
26m
207: Market Talk Asia Special
In this special edition of Market Talk, we take a more in-depth look at the twin factors driving markets currently; growth and inflation. More specifically we look at GDP growth in China, the Fed’s aggressive monetary stance and investor implications of an inflationary environment at the portfolio level.   Speakers are: Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy & Research John Roe, Head of M...
22m Mar 30, 2022
22m
206: Checking in on the hotel sector
Two years on from the first COVID lockdown, and in this podcast, we look at how the hotel sector has recovered since then, how it’s coping with current challenges in the form of rising labour and energy costs and what are the overall implications from an investor standpoint.   Speakers are: Matt Soffair, Research Manager for Hotels and Leisure Louise Burney, Senior Asset Manager for Operati...
22m Mar 28, 2022
22m
205: Hang Seng, rate hikes and higher yields – Market Talk
  In this latest edition of Market Talk, Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research explains the reasons behind China’s volatile stock market, why central banks need to raise interest rates and whether or not montetary tightening will be balanced by fiscal easing.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
14m Mar 17, 2022
14m
204: Ukraine conflict: Energy, index and debt implications
In this special update, Sonja Laud, our CIO, discusses the latest macro and market implications of the conflict in Ukraine, with a particular focus on implications for the energy complex, climate change, debt markets and index strategies. Sonja is joined by:   Howie Li, Global Head of Index and ETFs Nick Stansbury, Head of Climate Solutions Raza Agha, Head of Emerging Market Credit Strategy...
28m Mar 10, 2022
28m
203: International Women’s Day special
In celebration of International Women’s Day, Sarah Bates, Co-founder of the Diversity Project, spotlights the changing attitudes towards women in financial services, the importance of challenging the status quo and promoting diversity and the impact of COVID-19 on women’s roles in the workplace.   This episode is hosted by Lindsey Bass.
31m Mar 08, 2022
31m
202: When geopolitics and inflation collide
The conflict in Ukraine is moving markets worldwide, driving the oil price to its highest level in more than seven years. But what does this mean for investors, and how might it impact inflation globally, when the cost of living is already rising? In this episode, we explain why it is dangerous to get caught up in any particular inflation story, and why we believe that global inflation – led by...
43m Mar 02, 2022
43m
201: Ukraine conflict: Implications for investors
The conflict in Ukraine is moving markets worldwide. So we’re sharing with our podcast listeners the recording of a live client call we held on Thursday with our CIO, Sonja Laud, and experts from across LGIM on what the developing situation means for investors. Sonja was joined by:   Howie Li, Global Head of Index and ETFs Ed Wicks, Head of Trading Emiel van den Heiligenberg, Head of Asset ...
29m Feb 25, 2022
29m
200: Geopolitical tensions, bruised bonds and rising inflation – Market Talk
In this fortnightly episode of Market Talk, Ben Bennett, LGIM’s Head of Investment Strategy and Research, looks at the market implications of escalating Russia-Ukraine tensions, fresh inflation data and declines in fixed-income assets.   The episode is hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, and was recorded today.   Follow us on LinkedIn (https://protect-eu.mimecast.com/s/FNkZCZVoKu5qvZQFPf...
12m Feb 23, 2022
12m
199: Global inflation – how worried should we be?
In this short podcast, our Global Economist James Carrick, takes a brief look at the causes behind global inflation, its differing effects on consumers and the various implications for economic growth.   This podcast is hosted by Frances Watson.
15m Feb 18, 2022
15m
198: Central bank surprises and credit investing – the CIO call
In this month’s CIO call, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s chief investment officer, discusses how the hawkish shift in monetary policy is reverberating across markets, with a focus on public and private credit. Sonja is joined by:   Nicholas Bamber, Head of Private Credit, LGIM Real Assets Mark Benstead, Head of Pan European Credit   The episode is hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, and was recorde...
35m Feb 10, 2022
35m
197: In conversation with Rita Butler-Jones
From her early days of excelling on the netball court, and singing in Gilbert and Sullivan’s operettas, to navigating the defined contribution pension landscape, Rita Butler-Jones, Co-Head of DC Pensions, takes us on her own very personal journey; explaining how she landed in the world of pensions and her plans for DC at LGIM.   This episode is hosted by Eliza Grimond.
23m Feb 03, 2022
23m
196: Chinese New Year Special – Market Talk
As China prepares to enter a new lunar year, Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research gives us a deep dive into Chinese equities, bonds, property and sketches the likely outlook for Chinese growth from his Hong Kong base.     This episode was hosted by Frances Watson.
15m Jan 31, 2022
15m
195: Tech turmoil and fighting thematic FOJI
It has been a difficult start to the year for many tech stocks. In this episode, we look through the present volatility to examine the broader relationship between valuations and growth themes. Seemingly high starting price-to-earnings ratios haven’t seemed to deter investors’ fear of missing out (FOMO) in the past, but should they lead to a fear of joining in (FOJI) today? LGIM’s ETF analyst E...
18m Jan 27, 2022
18m
194: Bond tantrums and equity market corrections – Market Talk
Bond yields are grinding higher and volatility has returned to global stock markets. So what’s driving the changing narrative and what can we expect to glean from this week’s all-important US Federal Reserve meeting? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research, explains.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
12m Jan 24, 2022
12m
193: Rising US bond yields, tech woes and a China rate cut – Market Talk
As the Federal Reserve prepares to push the button on US interest rates, Ben Bennett, head of investment strategy and research looks at the implications of rising US bond yields on the technology sector. And while the US is in a rate-tightening cycle, the latest easing measure from China comes amid renewed problems in the country’s property sector.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
14m Jan 17, 2022
14m
192: CIO call special: Are we entering another Roaring Twenties?
In this month’s special edition of the CIO call, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s chief investment officer, discussed the macro and market outlook this year, with a focus on the balancing act faced by central bankers in light of resurgent inflation. Sonja was joined by:   Colin Reedie, Head of Active Strategies Tim Drayson, Head of Economics   The episode was hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, and w...
26m Jan 13, 2022
26m
191: What does net zero mean to you: LCP
In our final episode of our mini-series, join Lindsey Bass and Laura Brown as they interview Claire Jones and Dan Mikulskis from LCP, pulling apart the threads of what net zero really means to them.   Participants: Claire Jones, Partner and Head of Responsible Investment, LCP Dan Mikulskis, Partner, LCP Lindsey Bass, Head of UK Consultant Relations, LGIM Laura Brown, Head of Client Soluti...
26m Jan 06, 2022
26m
190: LDI Outlook: Inflation focus
As inflation continues to hit the headlines, we discuss the challenges and questions that DB pension portfolios are likely to face in 2022, and what we expect from markets. SPEAKERS:  Lindsey Bass, Head of UK Consultant Relations Emma Rayner, Senior Solutions Distribution Manager Chris Jeffery, Strategist, Asset Allocation Guy Whitby-Smith, Head of Solutions Portfolio Management, LDI
27m Dec 20, 2021
27m
189: CIO outlook: How we’re tackling 2022
In this year’s final edition of the CIO call, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s chief investment officer, discussed the themes likely to dominate markets next year and other insights from our 2022 outlook. Sonja was joined by:   Will Riley, Head of Solutions Emiel van den Heiligenberg, Head of Asset Allocation   The episode was hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, and was recorded on 15 December.   F...
28m Dec 15, 2021
28m
188: Real assets 2022 outlook
The search for yield, diversification, cashflow and secure income have all changed the way investors consider real assets in their portfolios. But what are the main factors driving the asset class? And what will 2022 bring? Guests: Rob Martin, Director, Strategy & ESG Lushan Sun, Private credit research manager   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.   Research referred to around the...
22m Dec 10, 2021
22m
187: Looking back on 2021 and looking forward to 2022 – Market Talk.
In the last episode of Market Talk for 2021, Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research takes a look back at financial markets in 2021 – what stood out for him and what surprised him the most. He also explains what key themes might dominate markets in 2022.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
14m Dec 07, 2021
14m
186: What does net zero mean to you: Brunel
In our third podcast on the theme of “what does net zero mean to you?”, we discuss climate targets and topics with David Vickers from Brunel.   Speakers: Guest: David Vickers, Chief Investment Officer at Brunel Pension Partnership Lindsey Bass, Head of UK Consultant Relations Laura Brown, Head of Client Solutions
26m Dec 03, 2021
26m
185: LGIM looks back at a tricky year for fixed income and the 2022 outlook
Why didn’t credit markets behave the way the textbooks said they would at a time when inflation jumped? How will the oil price affect how emerging-market bonds behave? And how late are we in the cycle? In this episode, LGIM’s Raza Agha, head of emerging market credit strategy, and Matthew Rees, head of global bond strategy, explain all and assess the likely challenges, and potential “black swan...
18m Dec 02, 2021
18m
184: Omicron, M&A activity and oil - Market Talk
How will the new COVID variant impact financial markets? What is an uptick in M&A activity telling us? And where next for the oil price? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research explains all in the latest episode of Market Talk.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
14m Nov 29, 2021
14m
183: US Thanksgiving, European COVID restrictions and the growth vs value trade – Market Talk
With the US consumer in good spirits, will the Fed have to taper more quickly than first thought? And with renewed COVID restrictions in Europe what are the implications for European value stocks? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research explains all.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
14m Nov 22, 2021
14m
182: CIO call special: What does COP26 mean for investors?
In this month’s special edition of the CIO call, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s chief investment officer, examined the implications for investors of this month’s global climate summit, in a live webinar with clients. Sonja was joined by:   Shuen Chan, Head of ESG, LGIM Real Assets Madeleine King, Co-Head of Global Investment Grade Research   The episode was hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content, and w...
33m Nov 18, 2021
33m
181: An early Santa rally, emerging market bonds and news on the Fed chair – Market Talk
Strong corporate earnings have propelled equity markets higher and the US dollar is rallying in sympathy. But what does that mean for emerging market debt? And will Jay Powell stay at the Federal Reserve helm or be replaced? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Research and Strategy, explains all.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
13m Nov 15, 2021
13m
180: What does net zero mean to you: ITS
In our second podcast on the theme of “what does net zero mean to you?”, we discuss climate targets and topics with Tegs Harding from Independent Trustee Services.   Speakers: Guest: Tegs Harding, Director, Independent Trustee Services Lindsey Bass, Head of UK Consultant Relations Laura Brown, Head of Client Solutions
25m Nov 11, 2021
25m
179: A dovish Fed, strong US payrolls and China’s rising COVID caseloads – Market Talk
Strong US payrolls and still the US Federal Reserve retains a patient stance, while China witnesses the emergence of new COVID cases and renewed lockdowns. Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research, explains all in the latest episode of Market Talk.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
15m Nov 08, 2021
15m
178: Hawkish central banks, bouyant equities and rising wages – Market Talk
The end of extreme monetary policy may be approaching but equity markets remain buoyant. So, what’s driving them and could it all change? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research, explains all in his latest podcast.   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
13m Nov 02, 2021
13m
177: LGIM’s CEO talks COP and climate with Lewis Pugh
In this episode, and before travelling to Glasgow’s COP26, Michelle Scrimgeour, LGIM’s CEO, spoke with UN Patron of the Oceans, Lewis Pugh. Discussed were the dangers of Greenland’s melting ice, the horrors of single-use plastics and the role of the asset management industry in tackling climate change.   This episode was recorded on 29 October, before the start of COP26.
17m Nov 01, 2021
17m
176: LDI – 20 years on
After 20 years of liability-driven investing, we look back at how trends in LDI have changed over the past two decades and ask what can trustees expect for the future? This episode is hosted by Amardeep Nagra, Co-Head Strategic Client Team. Guest speakers are: Steve Jones, Head of Pensions at Boots Tim Giles, Senior Partner and EMEA Managing Director for Aon Investments
24m Oct 28, 2021
24m
175: ‘Bullet-proof’ US equities, inflation and policy tightening – Market talk
US corporate earnings, the global inflation outlook and monetary-policy tightening are the subject of this week’s episode of Market Talk, with Ben Bennett, LGIM’s Head of Investment Strategy and Research.   The podcast was recorded earlier today and is hosted by Max Julius, Head of Content.
11m Oct 25, 2021
11m
174: Policy errors and market vol – the CIO call
In this month’s episode, Sonja Laud, LGIM’s CIO, discusses recent market and macro developments, in particular how the outlook for monetary policy is likely to sway asset classes. She also touches on the energy shock in the context of COP26 and efforts to fight climate change. Sonja is joined by:   Guy Whitby Smith, Head of Solutions Portfolio Management Stuart Hitchcock, Head of Portfolio M...
34m Oct 19, 2021
34m
173: Adapting for the new normal and beyond: an intermediary’s insights
It’s been a rollercoaster year and a half with unprecedented challenges. While we have recently seen a return to some aspects of life pre-COVID, there is undoubtedly a new normal way of working. In this episode Matthew Kemp, Senior Investment Sales Manager catches up with Nick Marshall, Head of Fund Solutions at Peregrine & Black to discuss how intermediaries have navigated the investment lands...
18m Oct 15, 2021
18m
172: Rising energy prices, equity resilience and a possible UK rate hike? Market Talk
Equity markets remain resilient against a backdrop of inflationary pressures, rising commodity prices and possible rate tightening by the Bank of England. But bond markets appear less so. Listen to the latest episode of Market Talk.  Speakers are:  Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research Frances Watson, Content Manager  
12m Oct 11, 2021
12m
171: Countdown to COP26
As the urgency surrounding the latest UN-backed summit intensifies, we reveal why the public and private sectors need to act now in the face of a climate crisis.   Speakers are: Shuen Chan Head of ESG, Real Assets Catherine Ogden, Manager, Sustainability and Responsible Investment   This episode is hosted by Frances Watson.
25m Oct 07, 2021
25m
170: Rising US bond yields, debt ceiling negotiations and the Japanese leadership contest – Market Talk
What do rising US bond yields and a stronger dollar have in common? And how will negotiations over the US debt ceiling play out? Listen to the latest episode of Market Talk with Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research. Speakers are: Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy and Research Frances Watson, Content Manager
12m Oct 04, 2021
12m
169: What does net zero mean for you?
As climate issues heat up for pension schemes, we’ll be featuring guest speakers from across the investment industry, to discuss “what does net zero mean for you”?   Speakers: Guest: Tim Manuel, Partner, Co-Head of Responsible Investment at Aon Lindsey Bass, Head of UK Consultant Relations Laura Brown, Head of Client Solutions
24m Sep 30, 2021
24m