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The Macro Brief by HSBC Global Research

The Macro Brief by HSBC Global Research

HSBC Global Research 158 Episodes Oct 1, 2026

The Macro Brief by HSBC Global Research is a weekly podcast covering key macroeconomic issues affecting developed and emerging markets. HSBC economists, strategists, and analysts share insights, views, and ideas to help listeners shape their outlook. Each episode examines forces driving global markets and economies. The show is produced by HSBC Global Research and is aimed at investors and market watchers.

Episodes

EM bulls have cash to splash
EM bulls have cash to splash Oct 1, 2026 15:55 Ali Cakiroglu, Emerging Markets Strategist, examines the outlook for EM assets as investors weigh geopolitical risks, tightening monetary policy and soaring bond yields.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wh
Global crosscurrents intensify
Global crosscurrents intensify Sep 25, 2026 16:04 Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at how resilient growth and rising inflation risks have revived prospects for policy rate increases.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcas
India in focus
India in focus Sep 18, 2026 9:44 Piers welcomes Chief India Economist Pranjul Bhandari to the studio to discuss the factors shaping India's economic outlook – from its growth resilience to its quest for export competitiveness.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spo
Gold’s rollercoaster ride
Gold’s rollercoaster ride Sep 10, 2026 13:58 James Steel, Chief Precious Metals Analyst, looks at what what’s been driving large swings in gold prices this year – and why there could be more volatility ahead.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your
Crunch time for US interest rates
Crunch time for US interest rates Sep 3, 2026 17:19 In our New York studio, Ryan Wang, Dhiraj Narula and Alastair Pinder join Aline van Duyn to discuss the outlook for US interest rates and their implications across bond markets, equities and the broad economy.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple
The AI ascendency
The AI ascendency Aug 13, 2026 15:09 Following another solid US earnings season, Shiva Joon and Duncan Toms look at what’s driving the results, how AI is influencing performance, and the main themes companies are focusing on in their updates.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Pod
A turning point for US rates?
A turning point for US rates? Aug 6, 2026 15:56 Ryan Wang and Dhiraj Narula consider the outlook for US interest rates and bond yields against a backdrop of heightened uncertainty.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at AskR
Competing US narratives
Competing US narratives Jul 23, 2026 15:13 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.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcast
The UK's new team
The UK's new team Jul 16, 2026 10:31 Liz Martins, Senior UK Economist, assesses the state of the UK economy as Andy Burnham prepares to take over as Prime Minister.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at AskResear
Competing global forces
Competing global forces Jul 9, 2026 12:29 James Pomeroy and Shanella Rajanayagam look at what the latest data tell us about the global economy and review where key trade negotiations stand.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. E
Europe’s dovish turn?
Europe’s dovish turn? Jul 2, 2026 10:50 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.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get you
Looking beyond Hormuz
Looking beyond Hormuz Jun 25, 2026 16:39 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.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or

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