Zhang Zhang is the Head of AI and Risk Analytics at Polen Capital. Listen to a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of AI, where AI is being under and over-hyped, words of caution to be mindful of, along with common current and anticipated future use cases of this rapidly evolving technology. Host: Daniel Cassidy
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UBS On-Air: Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Of mountains and molehills'
Yesterday’s Anglo-US trade framework was preceded by substantial media spin but ultimately revealed only minimal substance. US consumers are worse off than in January, though better off than a week ago. Some UK exporters get better conditions, some US exporters might get better conditions. Yesterday’s Bank of England’s rate cut was a more important economic event.
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Top of the Morning: POTUS 47 - The next 100 days
The first 100 days marker of President Trump’s second term has been reached - Kurt Reiman, Head of Fixed Income Americas (UBS CIO), reflects on the administration’s policy priorities and impacts they have had to the US economy, markets, and investment return. We then shift focus to the next 100 days, including a look the notable legislative ambitions being pursued by the White House and Congress. Host: Daniel Cassidy
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Viewpoints with Burkhard Varnholt - A global markets podcast (Ep. 34)
Having just returned from an enlightening and productive trip to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Burkhard shares his reflections on the Saudi economy’s progression in recent years, and spotlights future growth potential. Plus, thoughts on the investment landscape and a preview of a big week ahead for Saudi Arabia with high profile visits spanning heads of state to global business leaders.
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UBS On-Air: Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'How far, how fast is the retreat?'
Federal Reserve Chair Powell pointed out that uncertainty had risen, and that inflation and unemployment might rise. These are all eloquent statements of the obvious. leaving the Fed reacting to data. Central banks that react rather than pre-empt data tend to be late in changing policy. Economic data is also increasingly less reliable, making data dependency more dangerous.