Barclays Private Bank Podcasts

Bhaskar Gupta examines recent developments in FX markets, including the potential impact of political tensions and above-target inflation.

Join special guest Hunter Somerville, Partner at StepStone Group, for the second episode of our two-part special exploring the world of venture capital. This week, Hunter turns his attention to the secondaries market and the potential risks and opportunities for investors, both now and in the future. While host Henk discusses the latest US inflation report and interest rate decisions from three major central banks.

Tune in for a special edition of our weekly podcast as Hunter Somerville, Partner at StepStone Group, takes us on a whistlestop tour of venture capital markets. He’s in conversation with Matt Spence, Global Head of Venture Capital Banking at Barclays Investment Bank, and explores potential investor opportunities, the evolving role of tech, and the factors that could decide the fortunes of an early-stage business. Meanwhile host Henk Potts discusses key insights from our Mid-Year Outlook 2023 report. Topics on the agenda include updated growth and inflation forecasts for the major regions, upcoming central bank decisions, and the impact of elevated food and energy prices.

Stephen Moroukian explores high-profile headlines from the property market before considering the outlook for mortgage approvals and buy-to-let investors.

Tune in to this week’s podcast, as Bhaskar Gupta, our Head of FX Distribution UK, shares his latest insights on risks and opportunities in FX markets, and the outlook for the major currencies. And with the deadline looming to reach a deal on the US debt ceiling, host Julien Lafargue, our Chief Market Strategist, looks at market reaction to the ongoing uncertainty and lack of progress.

With all eyes on the fast-approaching monsoon season, our latest India-focused podcast examines if its star-performing economy can keep growing at such a rapid pace. Also listen in to special guest Vikram Gupta of IvyCap Ventures, who talks all things private equity and venture capital.

Nikola Vasiljevic and Lukas Gehrig discuss the potential impact of labour markets and technological shifts on capital markets over the next five years.

Dorothée Deck, our cross asset specialist, reflects on corporate earnings data from Europe and the US, and the possible implications for investors.

Joining Henk Potts this week is our Senior Philanthropy Adviser Isabelle Hayhoe who shares some fascinating insights into global trends within modern philanthropy. Meanwhile Henk examines strong growth from China, first-quarter corporate earnings, UK employment and eurozone inflation.

Hiral Patel examines 150 trends with the potential to drive the global economy by 2030. While host Henk Potts covers inflation in the major regions.