Show overview
The Macro Brief by HSBC Global Research has been publishing since 2023, and across the 3 years since has built a catalogue of 141 episodes. That works out to roughly 30 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run ten to twenty minutes — most land between 11 min and 15 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Business show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed earlier today, with 19 episodes already out so far this year. Published by HSBC Global Research.
From the publisher
A weekly update on key macro issues influencing developed and emerging markets around the world. Our economists, strategists and analysts share their insights, views and ideas to help guide your outlook. Subscribe now.For more from HSBC Global Research, email us at [email protected] connected and access free to view reports and videos from HSBC Global Research follow us on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/hashtag/hsbcresearch/ or click here: https://www.gbm.hsbc.com/insights/global-research. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest Episodes
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Tracking economic disruption
The dollar bounces back
Paul Mackel, Global Head of FX Research, looks at how the currency markets have reacted to geopolitical tensions.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https:https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/WsVqFks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Shock to the system
Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at what the unprecedented energy shock means for the economic outlook.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/qQcrkHB Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Testing emerging market resilience
Murat Ulgen and Ali Cakiroglu look at whether geopolitical developments have dampened investor sentiment towards emerging market assets.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/HDtKZRk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LatAm’s moment?
Joseph Incalcaterra, Daniel Lavarda and Jose Carlos Sanchez from our LatAm team look at what’s behind the pick-up in investor interest in the region.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/7FrWTv2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Middle East: energy and shipping
Kim Fustier and Parash Jain look at what the Middle East conflict means for oil and gas prices, transport and logistics.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/S2t9LFw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What do Europe and the weather have in common?
Liz Martins, Senior UK Economist, looks at whether a pick-up in the latest data marks a turning point for Europe’s economies.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/hHnMpXx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The USD’s struggle
Paul Mackel, Global Head of FX Research, looks at what’s causing USD weakness and which currencies could stand to benefit.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/rdpJ66b Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Can AI replace software?
Stephen Bersey, Head of US Technology Research, looks at whether fears that artificial intelligence could upend the business modes of software vendors are justified.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/bHdRBbG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
From Frankfurt to Threadneedle Street
The economics team takes over the studio this week, with Chris Hare, Liz Martins and Fabio Balboni discussing the latest Bank of England and ECB meetings.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/qtZPtrS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Fed in focus
Ryan Wang, US Economist, and Dhiraj Narula, US Rates Strategist, look at the key issues facing the Federal Reserve this year.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/JlBXX6F Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The case for emerging markets
Following a standout 2025, Ali Cakiroglu, Emerging Markets Strategist, looks at the drivers for EM assets in 2026.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/KbNBtFl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Global tech trends
From the latest innovations to the investment strategies of big tech giants, Nicolas Cote-Colisson, Head of Global Tech Platforms Research, outlines what to watch out for in the tech sector this year.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/CzkHXhS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The global economy in 2026
From inflation and monetary policy to trade and AI, Janet Henry, Global Chief Economist, looks at the factors set to shape the world economy this year.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on YouTube, Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/tL9dgcP Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Digital assets in 2026
Daragh Maher, Head of Digital Assets Research, assesses the latest developments in the digital assets space and outlines what we should be looking out for in 2026.For more content from HSBC Global Investment Research, just search for #HSBCResearch on LinkedIn. And don't forget to follow our Asia-centric podcast "Under the Banyan Tree" on Apple Podcasts or Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Email us at [email protected] for any questions.Click here for appropriate Disclosures, including analyst certifications, and Disclaimers that must be viewed with this podcast: https://www.research.hsbc.com/R/101/9Qd66km Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.