11 Oct 2022 1 min read

Podcast: A possible policy pivot?

By Ben Bennett

Following the release of some softer economic data, whispers are afoot of a possible policy pivot from the US Federal Reserve. Ben Bennett wonders whether rumours are justified.

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Why is there renewed talk of a possible policy pivot from the US Federal Reserve? What should investors be focusing on as they head into Q3 results season? And what are 10-year Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities telling us about the outlook for long-term inflation? Ben Bennett, Head of Investment Strategy & Research explains all.

The episode is available on Apple, Spotify and Audioboom. It is hosted by Frances Watson, Content Manager, and was recorded on Monday 10 October.

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Ben Bennett

Head of Investment Strategy, Asia

Ben joined LGIM’s London team in 2008, initially focusing on credit strategy before taking on the role of Head of Investment Strategy and Research, coordinating LGIM’s research from long-term themes to short term market drivers. He also chaired the monthly investment macro meeting for many years, a key input for portfolio risk across the active strategies. He relocated to Hong Kong in 2020, joining the LGIM Asia Board as a Director and was appointed Head of Investment Strategy, Asia, to help grow LGIM’s investment business across the APAC region. Ben started his career in 1999 as a credit strategist at Dresdner Kleinwort Benson in London, before performing the same role at both BNP Paribas and Lehman Brothers. Ben holds an MA in Mathematics from Queens' College, Cambridge University.

Ben Bennett