The Bid
The Bid breaks down what’s happening in the world of investing and explores the forces changing the economy and finance. From stock market outlooks to geopolitics and technology, BlackRock speaks to thought leaders and industry experts from around the globe about the biggest trends moving markets.
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 21 minutes
- Episodes
- 232
- Years Active
- 2018 - 2025
230: AI At The Frontier: A Stock Picker's Take on AI Investing
The world of artificial intelligence continues to profoundly impact the stock markets and create investment opportunities. Despite a brief setback earlier this year, AI continues to push the boundari…
00:23:41 |
Fri 05 Sep 2025
229: Best Of: From Savings To Prosperity: The Global Impact of Capital Markets
Continuing the summer series, The Bid brings back some of the best episodes from the last year. Oscar’s final pick is unpacking the meaning and the power of capital markets.
00:20:46 |
Fri 22 Aug 2025
228: Best Of: Technology and AI Investing Trends - A Stock Picker's Take
Continuing the summer series, The Bid brings back some of the best episodes from the last year. Stevie's pick is a deep dive into the tech and AI trends coming out of Silicon Valley featuring Tony Ki…
00:24:49 |
Fri 01 Aug 2025
227: Best of: A Macro and Geopolitical Outlook – Live from Davos
Over the summer, The Bid brings back some of the best episodes from the last year. Kicking off the series, hosts Oscar and Stevie take a look back on one of the most popular episodes, recorded live o…
00:28:38 |
Fri 18 Jul 2025
226: 2025 Midyear Outlook: How investors Can Get A Grip on Economic Uncertainty
So far, 2025 has been a year of sharp policy shifts and heightened macroeconomic uncertainty. With volatility becoming the new normal, how can investors stay grounded?
00:20:32 |
Thu 03 Jul 2025
225: Retirement Planning: What New Legislation Could Mean For Your Retirement Account
In a recent BlackRock survey of registered voters, more than 75% of retirees said they wished they had saved more money for retirement. And with the recent passage of the SECURE 2.0 Act now in effect…
00:19:09 |
Fri 27 Jun 2025
224: Systematic Investing: The Role of Consistent Alpha in Volatile Markets
Innovations in data analytics and technology are helping investors better understand markets not just in during turbulent times, but in everyday decision making. But is AI the answer to consistent in…
00:19:36 |
Fri 20 Jun 2025
223: Tariffs, Tech and Transition: Europe and Asia's Evolving Equity Landscape
Following our last episode on U.S. equities with Carrie King, we’re expanding the conversation globally to understand how these dynamics are playing out beyond American shores. European and Asian equ…
00:21:07 |
Fri 13 Jun 2025
222: U.S. Equities: Getting Granular on Market Insights and Sector Trends
After two years of full steam ahead for U.S. equity markets, 2025 has so far featured a number of speed bumps and even a few U-turns for some key areas of the market. With continued market volatility…
00:21:10 |
Fri 30 May 2025
221: A Stock Picker's Guide To Volatility: Global Equity Market Opportunities Across A Shifting Landscape
It's been quite a ride for equity markets this year. Uncertainty and volatility hit a fever pitch in the weeks following President Trump's sweeping tariff announcement in April as investors feared th…
00:20:35 |
Fri 23 May 2025
220: Discovering India's Economic Boom: Demographic Dividends and A Digital Revolution
Investment opportunities in India have been gaining significant attention, driven by the country's robust economic growth and favorable demographic trends. But what are the key factors that make Indi…
00:16:25 |
Fri 16 May 2025
219: From Savings to Prosperity: The Global Impact of Capital Markets
Capital markets are a powerful force in the global financial landscape. These markets connect long-term savings with productive uses of capital. Driving innovation, growth and job creation. But what …
00:19:26 |
Fri 09 May 2025
218: Geopolitical Shifts, Trade Dynamics and President Trump's First 100 Days in Office [April 29th]
The geopolitical landscape in 2025 has seen significant shifts and developments. President Trump's second term has ushered in a new era of international relations, characterized by bold policy change…
00:24:39 |
Tue 29 Apr 2025
217: How Does This Cycle of Tariff Market Volatility Compare to Historical Periods of Market Uncertainty? [April 23rd]
Global markets have been experiencing extraordinary volatility in response to the U.S. tariff pause announced on April 9th, a reflection of the uncertainty surrounding the economic and policy outlook…
00:18:41 |
Wed 23 Apr 2025
216: The 90-Day U.S. Tariff Pause - How Should Investors Respond Right Now? [April 15th]
On April 9th, the U.S. administration announced a 90-day tariff pause on country-specific reciprocal tariffs, exempting key tech imports while maintaining high tariffs on select Chinese goods. But th…
00:19:57 |
Tue 15 Apr 2025
215: Navigating Market Volatility and Tariff Policy: Positioning Portfolios Amid Uncertainty [April 8th]
The recent tariff announcements by President Trump on April 2nd have sent shockwaves through the global markets, triggering significant market volatility, driven by the uncertainty of these tariffs a…
00:20:42 |
Wed 09 Apr 2025
214: The Rise and Growth Of Venture Debt In The Investing Landscape
When people think of how early-stage companies finance their initial growth, venture capital and private equity are often the first things that come to mind, but growth and venture debt have become i…
00:19:58 |
Fri 28 Mar 2025
213: The Evolution of Private Markets in Modern Investment Portfolios
When investors consider how to diversify their investment portfolios, traditional assets like stocks and bonds are often the first things that come to mind. But private markets have become increasing…
00:20:59 |
Fri 21 Mar 2025
212: The Role of Low-Carbon Opportunities In The Infrastructure Investing Landscape
Infrastructure investments have long been recognized as a foundation for economic growth and low carbon infrastructure is increasingly becoming an area of interest for investors in both public and pr…
00:19:20 |
Fri 14 Mar 2025
211: The Intersection of AI and Geopolitics From An Investing Lens
Rapid advancements in artificial intelligence are influencing global power dynamics in ways that are reshaping the investment landscape. So, how are these AI developments impacting geopolitics, and w…
00:22:49 |
Fri 28 Feb 2025
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