Episodes

Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
From Legislation to Litigation: Biden's Policy Playbook Examined
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
Tuesday Jun 18, 2024
In the most recent episode of "Know More, Risk Better," Zach Griffiths discusses with Mark Lightner how the Biden administration has navigated policy implementation through legislation, executive action, and litigation. They examine key legislative successes such as the American Rescue Plan and the Inflation Reduction Act, and look ahead to imminent Supreme Court rulings and anticipated legal debates surrounding artificial intelligence.

Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Debunking Doom: A Rational Take on Consumer Spending and CRE Dynamics
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Thursday Jun 13, 2024
Host Zach Griffiths and head of U.S. financials Jesse Rosenthal delve into the intricate dynamics of consumer credit and bank exposure to commercial real estate. Discover the nuanced take on credit card debt spikes, the resilience of the consumer in the face of rising rates and inflation, and what the future holds for office CRE. Don't miss their expert analysis on these critical financial trends.

Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
The AI Explosion: Sustainable Surge or Impending Bubble?
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Tuesday Jun 11, 2024
Host Winnie Cisar delves into the world of AI with technology experts Jordan Chalfin and Andy Li. They explore the AI cycle's current state, NVIDIA's market impact, and the burgeoning trend of AI workloads shifting from cloud to on-premises, offering a nuanced perspective on the tech landscape.

Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Muni Market Insights: Wealth Management Strategies Unveiled
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Thursday Jun 06, 2024
Tune in to the latest CreditSights podcast episode where Winnie Cisar and Pat Luby dive deep into the Wealth Management universe, discussing the intricacies of municipal strategy and the shifting interest rate environment. They also explore the strategic use of ETFs and mutual funds within investment portfolios, offering valuable insights for wealth management clients and investors.

Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
In the latest episode of "Know More. Risk Better.," host Zach Griffiths discusses the implications of recent elections in South Africa, Mexico, and India with strategy expert Regis Chatellier and GeoQuant founder and co-head Mark Rosenberg. They delve into the ANC's significant loss in South Africa, the sweeping victory of Morena in Mexico, and the BJP's expected win in India, exploring how these outcomes may influence market dynamics and policy direction.

Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Hate the Game, Not the Player: An Update on the Primary Loan Market
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Tuesday Jun 04, 2024
Winnie Cisar and Kerry Kantin, U.S. Bureau Chief at LevFin Insights, are back with an update on the trends and dynamics of the leveraged loan primary market, emphasizing the surprising strength in 2024. They discuss how a decrease in recession fears and a lack of M&A activity have led to more demand than supply in the market, favoring issuers and sparking a wave of repricing.

Thursday May 30, 2024
Navigating the Golden Age of Private Credit: Part 3
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
Host Zach Griffiths explores the complexities of private credit with guest Lyle Margolis from Fitch Ratings. They examine the balance of strong earnings against the pressures of elevated base rates and liquidity challenges, providing insights into the current state and future trends of middle-market fundamentals.

Tuesday May 28, 2024
Behind the Scenes of Corporate Restructuring: Insights from the Front Lines
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
In the latest CreditSights podcast episode, host Winnie Cisar dives into the complexities of liability management exercises with Justin Forlenza, Managing Director at Covenant Review. This episode unpacks the intricacies of balance sheet restructuring outside of bankruptcy, exploring various transaction types and how they impact investors, as well as the current trends driving an increase in these transactions.