HSBC Global Viewpoint
HSBC Global Viewpoint brings together thought leaders, industry experts and banking specialists to discuss the latest thinking, trends and issues driving international growth. Topics include global economics, ESG, payments and cash management, emerging markets, trade, supply chains, and financial technology. The podcast aims to help businesses find opportunities in global markets.
Episodes
The Macro Brief - Competing US narratives
Alastair Pinder, Dhiraj Narula and Saul Martinez assess the tug-of-war behind US equity market performance - from AI capex spend, to higher rates, to the extraordinary earnings cycle for US financials.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/XJNthg6Stay connected and access f
Under the Banyan Tree - Samsung's billions and a long hands-free drive
Herald returns to the studio alongside Prerna Garg to talk through our latest collection of quirky facts and surprising stats from the world of Asian equities.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/kLqjrLPStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC G
The Macro Brief - The UK's new team
Liz Martins, Senior UK Economist, assesses the state of the UK economy as Andy Burnham prepares to take over as Prime Minister.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/zGPLzBVStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow
Under the Banyan Tree - The surging demand for Asia's AI Hardware
Fred is joined by Ines Lam and Ricky Seo to discuss how the AI boom is remapping Asia's supply chains, why Korea is the undisputed leader in High Bandwidth Memory, and if we are ever likely to satisfy global demand for AI hardware.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/L7qR
The Macro Brief - Competing global forces
James Pomeroy and Shanella Rajanayagam look at what the latest data tell us about the global economy and review where key trade negotiations stand.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/Lc6TLCRStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Invest
Under the Banyan Tree - Critical minerals and the Malacca Strait
Fred sits down with Nneka Chike-Obi from our Sustainability Research team to talk strategies for avoiding a potential chokepoint in the Strait of Malacca, which is key to the shipping of critical minerals used in the energy transition.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/
Under the Banyan Tree - El Niño on the horizon
From food price volatility to export restrictions and an energy crunch, Fred Neumann and Jamie Culling discuss the sweeping potential impacts of extreme weather on Asia's economies.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/n7VMWpBStay connected and access free to view reports
The Macro Brief - Europe's dovish turn?
Simon Wells, Chief European Economist, assesses the region’s prospects going into the second half of the year and explains why we think rate rises are off the table.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/Q6VnnHqStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from
Perspectives: The Ares story
In this episode of HSBC's Perspectives series, Michael Arougheti, Co-Founder and CEO of Ares, joins Danielle Johnson, HSBC’s Global Head of Institutional Client Group, to discuss Ares’ origins, the drivers behind its continued expansion, and future opportunities.Watch or listen to find out more.This episode was recorded on the sidelines of the HSBC Global Investment Summit in Hong Kong in April 20
The Macro Brief - Looking beyond Hormuz
Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at some of the powerful forces affecting the world economy, while Ali Cakiroglu, Emerging Markets Strategist, assesses the implications for EM investors.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/6xJt9QvStay connected and access free t
Under the Banyan Tree - Equity league tables with a side of history
Herald and his fellow Equity Strategist Perna Garg discuss the rise of Asian stock markets over the past 20+ years, and in one or two cases, a lot longer.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/S9lxxWMStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global
The Macro Brief - The Fed under new management
As the Federal Reserve begins a new era with Kevin Warsh at the helm, our team looks at his communication style and how the narrative has changed from potential rate cuts to possible rate hikes.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/P9GGfrpStay connected and access free to
Under the Banyan Tree - India: Energy, El Niño and economic growth
Fred is joined by Chief India Economist Pranjul Bhandari for a wide-ranging look at the various forces shaping India's economic outlook.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/K6fswhrStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Resear
The Macro Brief - The ECB's next move
Following the European Central Bank’s first rate hike for nearly three years, Chris Hare, Senior European Economist, looks at whether there is more tightening to come.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/BgqWLbhStay connected and access free to view reports and videos fro
Perspectives: Orchestrating AI models
This episode features Dmitry Shevelenko, Chief Business Officer, Perplexity, in conversation with Stuart Riley, Group Chief Information Officer, HSBC. They explore the speed of change in AI models and what it takes to turn that pace into real commercial value in large enterprises. The conversation covers multi-model orchestration, why data hygiene is an evergreen investment, and how to think about
Under the Banyan Tree – Unexpected moves in Asian FX
Fred Neumann welcomes Head of Asian FX Research Joey Chew to the podcast to discuss the impact of the energy squeeze on the JPY, what's keeping the RMB on the up and how the KRW has lost steam despite a Korean economy on fire.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/cQr2FpFSt
Perspectives: The evolution of the London Stock Exchange
This episode features Dame Julia Hoggett, CEO, London Stock Exchange, in conversation with Jo Miyake, Head of Banking, Asia and Middle East, HSBC. Together they explore how London is evolving its capital markets proposition – from international connectivity with Asia, to building a funding continuum that supports companies from private growth through to public markets.Watch or listen to find out m
Perspectives: The confluence of TradFi and DeFi
Our latest podcast features Joseph Lubin, Co-Founder of Ethereum and Founder and CEO of Consensys, in conversation with Manish Kohli, Head of Global Payments Solutions, HSBC. They explore how decentralised trust, tokenisation and smart contracts are reshaping finance, from stablecoins and tokenised deposits to real-world assets with digital twins.Watch or listen to find out more.This episode was r
The Macro Brief – State of US tariffs
With the US’ 10% global tariff set to expire this July, Shanella Rajanayagam, Trade Economist, looks at which US tariffs are currently in effect - and what could be coming down the line.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/SqFtWMHStay connected and access free to view rep
Under the Banyan Tree - China's urbanisation 2.0
Could spending by migrant workers move the needle for Chinese GDP? Chief China Economist Jing Liu says yes, thanks to a new government policy that broadens the social safety net.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/Sw9nZhhStay connected and access free to view reports and
Perspectives: Trust and leadership in the age of AI
This episode features best-selling author, Malcolm Gladwell, in conversation with Barry O’Byrne, CEO, International Wealth & Premier Banking, HSBC. Together they explore how AI is reshaping human behaviour and the signals we use to decide who and what to trust as humans and AI increasingly co-exist.Watch or listen to find out more.This episode was recorded on the sidelines of the HSBC Global I
The Macro Brief – Future healthcare in focus
From the rise of anti-obesity drugs to the impact of AI, Rajesh Kumar, Senior Global Life Sciences & Healthcare Analyst, looks at how the global healthcare industry is evolving at pace.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/zWdnMjWStay connected and access free to view
Perspectives: The new energy system
This episode of HSBC’s Perspectives series features Christine Healy, CEO of Northland Power, in conversation with Julian Wentzel, HSBC’s Group Chief Sustainability Officer. Together, they explore what the new energy system really means in practice, what it will take to build the power infrastructure of the future, and how we can unlock and direct capital towards the projects that matter most.Watch
Under the Banyan Tree – Asia remittances: a quiet cost from the Gulf
As Middle East tensions drag on, Herald sits down with Asia Economist Ines Lam to discuss how a slowdown in non-oil industries is affecting Asian households half a world away.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/c7QQWwfStay connected and access free to view reports and vi
Under the Banyan Tree – Shades of '99?
With US bond yields spiking, Herald van der Linde and Prerna Garg discuss how a shift in the rates vs growth balance could play out for Asian equities, which are being buoyed by the AI surge.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/t2FnhldStay connected and access free to vie
Perspectives: Inspiring ambition
This episode of HSBC’s Perspectives series features Yie-Hsin Hung, CEO, State Street Investment Management, in conversation with Suzy White, Group COO, HSBC.They discuss how to lead growth in a long-established institution, while staying anchored in a client-focused culture – from inspiring ambition and accelerating innovation, to building operating models that balance near-term client needs with
The Macro Brief – Rate rises on the radar
Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, and Simon Wells, Chief European Economist, look at how central banks are set to react to growing upside risks to inflation and downside risks to growth.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/HKfNpmfStay connected and access free to view
Perspectives: Tokenisation and trust
This episode of HSBC’s Perspectives series features Valérie Urbain, CEO, Euroclear. In conversation with Adam Bothamley, Global Head of Debt Capital Markets, HSBC, Valérie shares her perspective on what it will take for tokenisation to scale in global capital markets. They discuss the importance of interoperability, the role of regulation in enabling innovation without fragmentation, and practical
The Macro Brief – Three eye-opening AI stats
Alastair Pinder, Head EM and Global Equity Strategist, explores how artificial intelligence is driving stock markets to record highs - even amidst a global energy shock.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/VDkSBhnStay connected and access free to view reports and videos f
Under the Banyan Tree – US, China and more chocolate cake?
As Presidents Trump and Xi prepare to meet face-to-face in Beijing, Fred and Herald ask Chief China Economist Jing Liu what she'll be looking out for during the summit.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/RqbqnFpStay connected and access free to view reports and videos fr
Perspectives: The rewiring of global trade
How is the global trade landscape evolving and what does it mean for businesses navigating uncertainty?In the latest episode of HSBC Perspectives, trade expert Ambassador Michael Froman, President of the Council on Foreign Relations, speaks with Michael Roberts, HSBC’s CEO of Corporate and Institutional Banking, about how policy shifts, geopolitics and resilience priorities are reshaping trade and
Perspectives: Unpacking the global coffee market with DRWakefield
HSBC’s Global Head of Trade Solutions, Vivek Ramachandran, sits down with DRWakefield's Managing Director Terry Sparling to unpack what’s reshaping the global coffee market right now. From tariffs and trade disruption to price volatility and supply chain pressure, they explore what it means for businesses on the ground - and how HSBC can help clients stay resilient and keep trade moving through un
Perspectives: Beyond the dollar
This episode features Kenneth Rogoff, Professor at Harvard University and former Chief Economist at the International Monetary Fund, in conversation with Volkan Benihasim, HSBC’s Global Head of Macro – FX, Rates and Commodities. They explore the evolution of dollar dominance and what could shape the next chapter – from central bank independence and fiscal discipline to the rise of the renminbi and
The Macro Brief – Containers and crude
With the US and Iran reportedly edging towards a deal, Kim Fustier and Shanella Rajanayagam consider the implications of the conflict on oil prices and global trade.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/KDq7X9GStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from
Perspectives: The age of abundance
Economist, author and former White House advisor, Dr. Pippa Malmgren, joins Zoë Knight, HSBC’s Global Head of Sustainability Research and Integration. Together, they explore how frontier climate technologies could shift us from a mindset of scarcity to an “age of abundance” – from space-based solar power and wireless energy transmission that could bypass grid constraints, to the “new nuclear” and
The Macro Brief – What will a Warsh Fed look like?
In this US special, Ryan Wang, Dhiraj Narula and Saul Martinez look at what’s next for the Federal Reserve, the impact of recent supply shocks, and how consumers are showing resilience despite rising costs.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/KDq7X9GStay connected and acc
Under the Banyan Tree - How is China using agentic AI?
Herald van der Linde talks to Charlene Liu, Head of China Internet Research, about the next phase in the global AI boom and how it's being implemented and monetised in China.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/h6PmvxqStay connected and access free to view reports and vid
Perspectives: Inside the Fed
This episode of HSBC’s Perspectives series features Dr Janet Yellen, former Chair of the US Federal Reserve and former US Treasury Secretary. In-conversation with Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, HSBC, Dr Yellen shares her views on the global economic impact of the conflict in the Middle East, including what it could mean for inflation, growth and monetary policy. Drawing on her own experience
Perspectives: Energy shocks and security
Energy markets are facing an extraordinary supply shock. Amos Hochstein, Managing Partner at TWG Global and former White House Senior Advisor, joins HSBC Senior Economic Adviser, Stephen King, in this video podcast to discuss what this major disruption to energy flows could mean for global supply chains, inflation, economic resilience and the energy transition.Watch or listen to find out more.This
Under the Banyan Tree – Behind one of the biggest rallies we've ever seen
Herald welcomes fellow equity strategist Prerna Garg to the studio to dissect the massive rally and white-knuckle volatility that Korean stocks have seen in recent times.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/20/rH7BNLm
The Macro Brief – Fuel, food and fertilisers
Paul Bloxham examines how the Middle East conflict is constraining a wide range of commodities, and explains why Australia and New Zealand’s policymakers face a tricky time ahead.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/cKXK66p
The Macro Brief – Talking points from the HSBC Global Investment Summit
From the future of globalisation to growth opportunities and monetary policy, Murat Ulgen, Global Head of Macro Strategy, joins Piers Butler to discuss the key takeaways from this year’s event in Hong Kong.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/wLzbl9mStay connected and acc
Under the Banyan Tree – From the gas station to the stock exchange
Herald and Fred make their way through our quarterly stack of quirky facts from the world of Asian equities.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/JNKSNTKStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCRes
Under the Banyan Tree – Get ready for a LOT of driverless cars in China
Head of China Autos Research Yuqian Ding joins Fred and Herald to give her outlook on the explosive growth of autonomous driving in mainland China.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/Gnvj2NQStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Invest
The Macro Brief – Tracking economic disruption
James Pomeroy looks at whether the latest data can give us any clues about how the Iran conflict is impacting the global economy, while Pranjul Bhandari assesses the implications for India.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/zTfjHKkStay connected and access free to view
The Macro Brief – The dollar bounces back
Paul Mackel, Global Head of FX Research, looks at how the currency markets have reacted to geopolitical tensions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/WsVqFksStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on LinkedI
Under the Banyan Tree – Asia's financial systems: The Middle East stress test
With record outflows from Asian stock markets and currencies feeling the pinch, Fred and Herald discuss how the region is relatively well positioned to ride out the volatility caused by the Middle East conflict.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/dhmHSSRStay connected an
The Macro Brief – Shock to the system
Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at what the unprecedented energy shock means for the economic outlook.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/qQcrkHBStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on LinkedI
Under the Banyan Tree – Energy crisis: a green light for renewables?
As the global energy crisis intensifies, Fred and Herald welcome Nneka Chike-Obi to the podcast to discuss whether the situation could breathe new life into renewables in Asia.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/fnh6gsrStay connected and access free to view reports and v
The Macro Brief – Testing emerging market resilience
Murat Ulgen and Ali Cakiroglu look at whether geopolitical developments have dampened investor sentiment towards emerging market assets.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/HDtKZRkStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Resear
Under the Banyan Tree – South Asia Spotlight: Sri Lanka and Bangladesh
Economists Ines Lam and Aayushi Chaudhary join Fred for a broad discussion on two fast-growing Asian economies that don't get talked about enough.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/QM7HBW9Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investm
Treasury Beyond Borders - When markets move: How treasurers stay ahead
In this episode, Rahul Badhwar, Global Head of Corporate Sales, Markets and Securities Services, HSBC, joins Eleanor Hill, Editor at TMI, to explore practical strategies for risk management, stress-testing risk frameworks, and leveraging AI for thorough, reliable forecasting. Tune in to hear how treasurers can build resilience, protect margins, and navigate uncertainty in today’s fast-moving marke
The Macro Brief – LatAm's moment?
Joseph Incalcaterra, Daniel Lavarda and Jose Carlos Sanchez from our LatAm team look at what’s behind the pick-up in investor interest in the region.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/7FrWTv2Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Inve
Under the Banyan Tree – The unintended consequences of conflict
As the world's eyes remain on the Middle East, Fred and Herald discuss the second round economic effects of events and how they reverberate in Asia.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/b6LJQSVStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Inves
The Macro Brief – The Middle East: energy and shipping
Kim Fustier and Parash Jain look at what the Middle East conflict means for oil and gas prices, transport and logistics.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/S2t9LFwStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on
Under the Banyan Tree – What Middle Eastern oil means for Asia
With events in the Gulf reverberating globally, Herald and Fred discuss Asia's reliance on oil from the Middle East and what price changes could mean for various parts of the economy.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/7twPV9jStay connected and access free to view report
The Macro Brief – What do Europe and the weather have in common?
Liz Martins, Senior UK Economist, looks at whether a pick-up in the latest data marks a turning point for Europe’s economies.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/hHnMpXxStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us
Under the Banyan Tree – How to read a record-breaking CNY
Back from the Chinese New Year break, Fred welcomes Chief China Economist Jing Liu and Head of A-share Consumer Research Kathy Song to the podcast to talk holiday spending in Asia's top economy.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/20/wT2k7f6 Stay connected and access fre
The Macro Brief – The USD's struggle
Paul Mackel, Global Head of FX Research, looks at what’s causing USD weakness and which currencies could stand to benefit.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/rdpJ66bStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us o
Under the Banyan Tree – China's silver spenders
Herald and Fred dive into the world of Chinese demographics, discussing the effects of an aging population on spending trends and the wider economy.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/ztJvBkxStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Inves
Perspectives: Navigating sustainable infrastructure transition with Grupo Mexico
Irma Potes, Director of Community Outreach, Grupo Mexico, Paulina Serrano, Deputy Director of Sustainability, Grupo Mexico, joins Natalie Blyth, Global Head of Sustainable Finance & Transition, HSBC and Jose Carlos Sanchez, Mexico Chief Economist, HSBC Global Investment Research, to discuss Grupo Mexico's innovative approach to sustainability transition as well as their impact on communities a
The Macro Brief – Can AI replace software?
Stephen Bersey, Head of US Technology Research, looks at whether fears that artificial intelligence could upend the business modes of software vendors are justified.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/bHdRBbGStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from
Under the Banyan Tree – Can Vietnam hit its own high targets?
Fred welcomes Senior ASEAN Economist Yun Liu to the podcast to talk Vietnam's lofty economic goals and whether a growth target of at least 10% year-on-year is achievable.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/kGTvZk9Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos
The Macro Brief – From Frankfurt to Threadneedle Street
The economics team takes over the studio this week, with Chris Hare, Liz Martins and Fabio Balboni discussing the latest Bank of England and ECB meetings.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/qtZPtrS Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC
Under the Banyan Tree – Japan heads to the polls
As Japan gears up for a general election, Fred and Herald discuss what the outcome could mean for Asia's second-largest economy, and why the world is taking notice.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/t9TcRsmStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from H
The Macro Brief – The Fed in focus
Ryan Wang, US Economist, and Dhiraj Narula, US Rates Strategist, look at the key issues facing the Federal Reserve this year.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/JlBXX6F Stay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow u
Under the Banyan Tree – Anatomy of an Asian retail investor
Herald welcomes fellow Asia Equity Strategist Prerna Garg to the studio to discuss the role of retail investors in the region, how they're reshaping the investment landscape and where they're choosing to put their money.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/C9DGRGr Stay co
Perspectives: Driving sustainability through social impact at Alpura
Paola Correa, Sustainability and Social Responsibility Manager, Alpura, joins Diego Spannaus, Head of Sustainable Finance and Transition, Latin America, HSBC, to explore Alpura's sustainability journey and discover how the company is driving a sustainable future in Mexico's dairy industry. The conversation highlights innovative strategies in reducing emissions, promoting gender equality, and drivi
The Macro Brief – The case for emerging markets
Following a standout 2025, Ali Cakiroglu, Emerging Markets Strategist, looks at the drivers for EM assets in 2026.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/KbNBtFlStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research follow us on Linked
Under the Banyan Tree – Commodities: Behind the headlines
With geopolitics, the energy transition and changing investor preferences all affecting the price of commodities right now, Fred welcomes Paul Bloxham, Chief Economist for Global Commodities to the podcast.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/srWTwj9Stay connected and acc
The Macro Brief – Global tech trends
From the latest innovations to the investment strategies of big tech giants, Nicolas Cote-Colisson, Head of Global Tech Platforms Research, outlines what to watch out for in the tech sector this year.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/CzkHXhSStay connected and access fre
Under the Banyan Tree – China: what to watch in 2026
Fred and Herald are joined by Chief China Economist Jing Liu to discuss the major talking points for Chinese markets and economics in the Year of the Horse.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/xvClCkSStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Glob
The Macro Brief – The global economy in 2026
From inflation and monetary policy to trade and AI, Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at the factors set to shape the world economy this year.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/tL9dgcPStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global In
Under the Banyan Tree – Reading the tea leaves in 2026
Fred and Herald kick off 2026 with a round-up of what we think could be the highlights for Asian markets and economics in 2026.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/7XdVKcJStay connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Investment Research, just
Perspectives: Mapping the future of Asia's ETF market
Ding Chen, CEO, CSOP Asset Management, joins Oliver Kadhim, Head of the Institutional Client Group, Asia, HSBC, on our latest podcast episode to delve into what’s driving the momentum in Asia’s ETF market and the risks associated with this change.This episode was recorded on 14 October 2025.Disclaimer: Views of external guest speakers do not represent those of HSBC.
Perspectives: Decarbonising in action with Heineken Mexico
Inti Pérez, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability, Heineken Mexico, joins Natalie Blyth, Global Head of Sustainable Finance & Transition, HSBC, and Jose Carlos Sanchez, Mexico Chief Economist, HSBC Global Investment Research to provide an in-depth look at Heineken’s sustainability journey. The discussion highlights the pivotal role collaboration plays in helping compan
The Macro Brief – Digital assets in 2026
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