UBS On-Air: Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Inflation games'
US June consumer price inflation gave some troubling signals about data quality—not only are fewer prices being measured, there is circumstantial evidence that budget cuts mean more prices are being guessed. However, on the basis of the numbers provided, it is clear that President Trump’s trade taxes are being passed through to US consumers—the monthly increase in consumer appliance prices was the fastest this century.
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Top of the Morning: Muni Market - 2H25 Outlook: The better half
A mid-year performance recap and outlook for the municipal bond market, including a look at why munis are poised for a better second-half performance. We also cover sector preferences, policy implications, and investment considerations for long-term munis. Featured is Sudip Mukherjee, Fixed Income Strategist Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
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UBS On-Air: Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'And so it begins? '
US June consumer price inflation is the first number that might show trade tax effects. Only half the expected trade tax rise has hit the economy so far. Inventory stockpiling means pre-tax items are still available. How readily US firms can pass on price increases matters. Post-pandemic inflation made this easier. Tariffs have dominated the (non-Republican) media narrative, making price increases easier. The details, not the headlines, will indicate the potential scale of the inflation surge.
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Top of the Morning: CIO Strategy Snapshot - Don’t call it a comeback
Jason weighs in on range of top-of-mind topics to begin the week, including the resurgence of tariff and Fed independence concerns, along with a preview of the upcoming earnings season and June inflation data. We also touch on why the “Roaring 20s” regime is still in play, and review CIO’s current market outlook and positioning recommendations. Featured is Jason Draho, Head of Asset Allocation Americas, UBS Chief Investment Office. Host: Daniel Cassidy
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UBS On-Air: Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Randomness and the real world'
Financial markets seem content to assume US President Trump will default to retreating from their latest trade tax threats. If financial investors want to change their position, they can do so at the touch of a button. In the real world, decisions around factory construction or hiring cannot be reversed so quickly, and the random nature of policy therefore raises real world risks that may have consequences.