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Market MakerNvidia’s $100bn AI Bet, Trump’s U-Turn, and HSBC’s Quantum LeapIn this week’s Market Maker Podcast, Anthony and Piers dive into three huge stories shaping markets, technology, and careers in finance:Trump’s U-turn on Ukraine & the defense stock boom – What does his latest stance mean for NATO, Europe’s defense spending, and why has one German arms manufacturer surged 2,000% since the war began?Nvidia’s $100bn OpenAI deal & the global AI race – From landmark partnerships with OpenAI, Alibaba, and Intel, to political maneuvering at the top table, we break down how Nvidia is cementing itself as the backbone of...
2025-09-2538 minMarket MakerThe Week in M&A: Disney Buys Hulu, Meta’s $15bn AI Bet & Billion-Dollar ChickenFrom a $33 billion family tie-up at Toyota to Japan’s 400% surge in M&A activity, Anthony and Stephen break down the latest investment banking scorecard and why dealmakers are suddenly flocking East.They also dig into Disney’s final takeover of Hulu, the $15 billion Meta bet on AI startup Scale, and the fiery rise of Dave’s Hot Chicken, where three friends turned a $900 parking lot pop-up into a billion-dollar brand.Essential listening for anyone tracking global M&A trends, streaming wars, AI arms races and the unexpected lessons of fra...
2025-06-1631 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Inside the Biggest M&A Deals You Need to Know (Blackstone, Goldman Sachs, Victoria's Secrets, OpenAI)From a $35bn “Valentine’s Day love letter” to OpenAI’s mysterious $6.5bn hardware play, Anthony and Stephen break down the biggest deal stories shaking up markets this week.They also dive into the private equity pullback as firms like Blackstone and KKR slump, why Goldman Sachs is going big on the Middle East, and how Victoria’s Secret is fighting off unwanted attention with lingerie and a poison pill.Essential listening for anyone curious about the mechanics of mega M&A, private equity’s shifting playbook, and the strange overlap between fashion, finance, and...
2025-05-2634 min
Market MakerMastering Stress and Resilience in Trading and Leadership with AmplifyME CEO Will de LucyIn this episode of The Deal Room, Anthony sits down with AmplifyME Co-Founder & CEO Will De Lucy to explore what it takes to thrive under pressure. From his journey as a trader to leading a global financial training platform, Will shares powerful lessons on managing stress, building resilience, and staying in the performance "flow." Discover how to make smarter decisions under pressure, master networking, and adapt your trading skills for a fast-evolving, tech-driven world. Don't miss these actionable insights for success in finance and beyond!(01:58) Intro: What’s Coming Up
2025-01-2036 min
Market MakerCareer Insight: Lewis Rogerson – VP at The OPES Group (Investment Banking)In this episode, Lewis Rogerson shares his journey, from university and AmplifyME to securing a Rothschild internship and rising to Vice President at The OPES Group.He discusses how he discovered his passion for banking, the key differences between boutique and bulge bracket banks, and his top tips for standing out as an intern.This episode is a must-listen for anyone exploring a career in investment banking!(02:45) Episode Intro(04:28) University Experience(05:34) Discovering an Interest in Banking(07:54) Tips for Converting an Internship(09:04) Bulge...
2024-12-0425 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: 5 M&A Trends For Your Investment Bank InterviewIn this episode, Anthony and Stephen discuss the current state of the M&A market, highlighting key trends, the impact of interest rates, and the dynamics of private equity. They explore the resurgence of mega deals, particularly in the energy and technology sectors, and address the realities of working in investment banking, including long hours and managing expectations for aspiring professionals.(02:13) Introduction(04:41) Current State of the M&A Market(09:41) Interest Rates and Their Impact on M&A(14:00) Corporate vs Sponsor M&A (Private Equity) (19:20) The Ri...
2024-09-2331 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: "Ask Me Anything" Q&A with our Student Community (Part 2)In this special 2-part series of The Deal Room, we dive into an "Ask Me Anything" session with the curious minds of the students on our Summer Analyst Training Programme. Join Stephen Barnet, our Director of Corporate Finance, and Anthony Cheung, Chief Content & Culture Officer at AmplifyME, for an engaging discussion that covers everything from career advice to industry insights.In part 2, the team responded to:What is the difference from a technical and cultural perspective working in the UK vs US? (1:10)To what extent are office politics important t...
2024-07-2928 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: "Ask Me Anything" Q&A with our Student Community (Part 1)In this special 2-part series of The Deal Room, we dive into an "Ask Me Anything" session with the curious minds of the students on our Summer Analyst Training Programme. Join Stephen Barnet, our Director of Corporate Finance, and Anthony Cheung, Chief Content & Culture Officer at AmplifyME, for an engaging discussion that covers everything from career advice to industry insights.In part 1, the team responded to:I missed out on Spring week, am I doomed? (2:01)What is the timeline of career progression in IBD? (5:50) What steps can I take as...
2024-07-2222 min
Market MakerMM152: Decoding Meme Stock Mayhem & US CPI's Impact on Fed PolicyGameStop, the iconic video game retailer synonymous with meme stocks, witnessed a rollercoaster of surges and crashes in the past week, echoing memories of its previous meteoric rise. But what's driving this volatility?In this episode, we delve into what caused the move, the mechanics behind how a short squeeze works, and why this time is different.Meanwhile, Wall Street traders sent stocks to all-time highs as bond yields slumped after an inflation slowdown reinforced bets the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates as early as September.Tune in now...
2024-05-1537 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Reddit IPO launch & Microsoft's AI talent raidIn The Deal Room podcast series this week:Reddit IPO launch and the bull case for how the business intends to grow in the futureMicrosoft hires DeepMind co-founder Mustafa Suleyman in their latest AI talent raid which is set to test regulators and VCsConsumer goods giant Unilever is selling its ice cream unit for between €10bn to €15bn. Find out why spin-offs can often be a tasty treat for private equity firms*****Take the next free M&A Finance Accelerator simu...
2024-03-2540 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: IPO World Tour - From Dubai to Hong KongIn 2024, the IPO landscape has experienced a significant revival.While discussions frequently gravitate towards the next big company to hit the New York Stock Exchange, we aim to expand your viewpoint to a global perspective.From the surging interest in Dubai’s car park investments to the allure of Hong Kong’s Sexy Tea, we delve into the unique business and local environments across five key regions: Dubai, Germany, Italy, Switzerland, and Hong Kong.***Join the next free M&A Finance Accelerator simulation event, in partnership with UBS...
2024-03-1831 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Morgan Stanley's Latest IPO & The Reddit RevoltDive into our latest podcast episode for a rapid-fire exploration of hot topics:Morgan Stanley's Exclusive Offer: Learn how its clients get early access to private company shares.Elon Musk's Debt Remix: Unpack the $12.5bn refinancing talks changing the game for a social media giant.Reddit's IPO Challenge: Discover the impact of WallStreetBets' critique on Reddit's looming $6.5 billion IPO.***Take the free M&A Finance Accelerator simulation in partnership with UBS www.amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. See acast...
2024-03-1140 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: The biggest M&A deal YTD, Shein's London IPO & the role of activist investorsThe year's largest acquisition has taken place between Capital One and Discovery. Explore the deal's rationale and delve into the significant antitrust concerns it has raised.Shein, a fast-fashion powerhouse, is contemplating shifting its initial public offering from New York to London. Is this indicative of London's resurgence as a financial hub, or merely a contingency plan?We examine the pivotal role of activist investors, spotlighting developments at Disney, where Blackwells Capital is advocating for the appointment of a Chief Technology Officer to spearhead a technology-focused transformation.***...
2024-03-0440 min
Market MakerThe Investment Bank Interview Playbook: Mastering Behaviour & Technical QuestionsIn this podcast episode, the team delves into the techniques and best practices for excelling in an investment bank interview.Topics covered include:**Crafting Compelling Responses:** Learn the art of structuring your answers for maximum impact.**Harnessing the Power of Non-Verbal Communication:** Discover how positive body language can tip the scales in your favour.**Setting Yourself Apart:** Strategies to highlight your unique attributes and experiences.**Navigating Your 'Achilles Heel':** Tackling the daunting “What is your biggest weakness?” question with confidence.**Arti...
2024-02-2643 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: The sobering of SPACs and the IPO market heats upIn this week's episode, we unpack the following four stories in the world of corporate finance.Will new SEC rules mean that SPACs (Special Purpose Acquisition Companies) can be more than a bubble-market phenomenon?The IPO market continues to heat up so what's driving the newfound activity and will it last?A take-private deal for Italian loafer maker Tod's fuels luxury M&A speculationAnother oil and gas megadeal as Diamondback jumps on a $26bn Endeavor shale takeover****Take...
2024-02-1934 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: A deep dive into the Paramount Global M&A dealToday we are taking a deep dive into the ongoing M&A saga at Paramount Global, the cable, streaming, and studio conglomerate, responsible for everything from the NFL to Top Gun.To discuss the deal, we are delighted to speak with AmplifyME Alum and Media Banking expert, Jagger Lambert, who helps us go deep into a brilliant Corporate Finance case study. In this episode of the podcast, we discuss:Who Paramount Global is – and why the founding Redstone family might well be the main influence for SuccessionW...
2024-02-0536 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Macy's Private Equity Battle & Racket Maker Wilson Set To IPOStephen Barnett picks three real-world stories in the news to unpack the world of corporate finance in practice.Amer Sports Inc., the maker of Wilson tennis rackets is seeking to raise as much as $1.8 billion in what would be one of the year’s first major initial public offerings.Macy’s has rejected a $5.8 Billion takeover offer from Arkhouse Management Co. and Brigade Capital Management despite the offer representing about a 19% premium on its share price.JetBlue tells Spirit Airlines that it may terminate its $3.8 billion buyout offer challenged by U...
2024-01-2930 min
Market MakerMM140: Tesla skids, Netflix pops & US 'goldilocks scenario'In this week's weekly wrap of global markets, we talk about the forecast-busting US GDP report, the ECB's dovish tone, and Bejing's response to the slowdown in Chinese activity.In single stocks news, we unpack why Tesla shares fell 12% on Thursday and how Netflix is winning the streaming wars.*****If you are interested in a career in finance, take the AmplifyME Finance Accelerator simulation https://amplifyme.com/finance-accelerator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-01-2651 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: FOUR things we learned from The World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos this yearIn our latest podcast episode our Director of Corporate Finance, Stephen Barnett unpacks four FT headlines coming out of Davos last week.Private Equity predicts deal rebound as sellers capitulate on prices Mistral becomes the talk of Davos as business leaders seek AI gainsBlackstone boss Steve Schwarzman sees ‘animal spirits’ returning to the financial sectorIs Davos still worthwhile? Take part in our next free M&A Finance Accelerator simulation www.amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...
2024-01-2231 min
Market MakerMM139: Goldman doubles down and Trump wins big in IowaIn our latest review of this week in markets we cover the following topics:UK CPI and US Retail Sales surprise analysts. What does this mean for future monetary policy?A breakdown of the latest earnings from Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Who will win the battle of the banking giants?Donald Trump wins a landslide victory in Iowa. What next and how AI could transform the 2024 electionsFind out more about AmplifyME at www.amplifyme.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2024-01-1947 min
Market MakerMM138: The first of the BIG BANK earnings are out! Here's what you need to knowBlackRock the world's largest asset manager announced a $12bn M&A deal alongside its Assets Under Management (AUM) topping $10 trillion again.J.P. Morgan reported its best-ever annual profit, while Citigroup saw the most positive share price response to its earnings despite losing some $1.8 billion in Q4, as investors embrace the turnaround strategy that will see them eliminate 20,000 jobs.A great episode to better understand the unique merits of each of these different financial institutions.*****Sign up for our daily newsletter https://bit.ly/3Oeu4Wk...
2024-01-1239 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: BYD surpasses Tesla, so is $TSLA worth the hype?Last week it was announced that China's BYD had overtaken Tesla to become the world's leading electric vehicle (EV) seller.In this episode, we take a deep dive into the business model of Tesla and examine why, despite selling fewer vehicles, it is worth some 10 times more than its Chinese competitor.We examine the bull and the bear arguments culminating in our Director of Corporate Finance Stephen Barnett sharing his Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) process.Is Tesla overvalued at a 77x Price-to-Earnings (P/E) ratio? That's more than double Microsoft!
2024-01-0841 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Top 10 Banking Trends That Defined 2023! (PART 1)Stephen Barnett, our Director of Corporate Finance recaps the pivotal trends that have reshaped the banking landscape this year.In the first of this two-part podcast series, we dive into a countdown of the year's defining moments, starting with trends 10 through 6.From Saudi money to mega deals in the oil & gas sector and a sprinkle of generative AI.Don't let the year end without being in the know! (Remember to subscribe to the show and hit the bell icon to be notified for the final episode of t...
2023-12-1824 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Unicorns, Weight Loss Drugs & Enrique Iglesias!The singer Enrique Iglesias has closed a deal to sell his catalog of songs and his image rights in a reported nine-figure deal. So what is it that makes music such an attractive alternative investment?Elsewhere, a sharp reset in private market valuations has stripped numerous so-called unicorns of their status and Swiss drugmaker Roche has agreed to acquire Carmot, the west-coast-based biotechnology company for up to $3.1bn, fueled by the frenzied demand for obesity medicines.Join a free M&A Finance Accelerator simulation www.amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. S...
2023-12-1140 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Sovereign Wealth Funds ❤️ Private EquityIn this podcast episode, we explore the world of sovereign wealth funds: who they are, why they exist, and how they operate, as well as understand the fascination of Norway's largest fund with private equity firms.Additionally, we delve into the recent announcement that the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF) and the European private equity heavyweight Ardian are set to purchase a 25% stake in Heathrow Airport for £2.4bn and discuss Barclays Bank's considerations for a strategic overhaul in the UK.**UBS M&A Finance Accelerator simulation https://amplifyme.com/mafa** Hosted o...
2023-12-0439 min
Market MakerM&A Explained Part 4: Buy-to-build strategy & vertical integrationIn the final episode of this 4-part mini-series, we use Hotel Chocolat, Mars, McDonald's, Broadcom, and VMware to bring some classic M&A theory to life!From buy-to-build strategies and vertical integrations to buying back core assets in the private equity world, if you are looking to pursue a career in banking this is the episode for you.Join our next free M&A Finance Accelerator simulation https://amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-2733 min
Market MakerMM133: Did Sam Altman engineer his own exit to gain control of OpenAI?It's been a remarkable week at Open AI!In a series of unforeseen events, the founder was fired, took a brief stint at Microsoft, and then made a dramatic return to the helm of the company he originally created. This whirlwind of changes begs several questions: What were the reasons behind his initial termination? Who is currently in charge of OpenAI's board of directors? And can we dismiss the possibility that these events were part of a deliberate plan?Meanwhile, in markets, hedge funds that placed their bets against the U...
2023-11-2449 min
Market MakerM&A Explained Part 3: Buying to boost ESG & Cashing in from underperforming companiesIn the third episode of this four-part mini-series on M&A, we take a look at ESG through the lens of the latest Glencore deal to buy the coal division of Canada’s Teck, grab a quick Joe & the Juice as private equity money looks to cash in and explore why Germany are looking to acquire Dutch owned Tennet to sure up their national security.Take our free M&A Finance Accelerator simulation https://amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1629 min
Market MakerM&A Explained Part 2: Three Reasons For Making AcquisitionsIn the second episode of this four-part series, we look at the different reasons that drive the decision to acquire another company.Whether it be to gain political influence, or to make the most of potential revenue and cost synergies, we'll examine each scenario incorporating real-life examples so it's super easy to understand!Register for the next M&A Finance Accelerator simulation www.amplifyme.com/mafa Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2023-11-1030 min
Market MakerM&A Explained Part 1: Economies of Scale & Reacting to CompetitionOver the next four episodes, we will use the latest deal announcements to better understand why M&A happens. We will look at textbook (and non-textbook) deal rationale for acquiring, and selling, which will help you nail interviews and assessment centres.Each week we will look at three key reasons why a company might go on the hunt for acquisitions, and one reason why a company might be ready to sell.In the first episode of the series, we will be looking at Economies of Scale and Reacting to Competition – usi...
2023-11-0132 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Bill Ackman on a potential deal with Elon Musk's X & Birkenstock's $10bn IPOWelcome back to the Deal Room on the AmplifyME podcast where this week our Director of Corporate Finance Stephen Barnett unpacks three themes in focus this week:Bill Ackman the famous activist investor has said that he would consider taking Elon Musk's 'X' public. You've heard of a SPAC but what's a SPARC?!The IPO run continues with Birkenstock the German footwear maker about to fetch a valuation of $10.1bnWith M&A deals starting to liven up, we take a look at what dealmakers need to do to...
2023-10-0433 min
Market MakerMM126: Could surging oil prices lead to an economic collapse?AmplifyME co-founder Piers Curran returns to the show to deconstruct what exactly is going on in the oil market and the potential impact it could have on the global economy.This is a great episode to really connect the dots and better understand how financial markets and the economy operate.Free daily newsletter https://bit.ly/3Oeu4WkFree Finance Accelerator simulation https://bit.ly/3GoyV5rConnect with Anthony https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycheung10/Connect with Piers https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierscurran/
2023-09-2935 min
Market MakerMM125: Is the UK housing market about to crash?In our latest podcast episode, I talk to AmplifyME co-founder Piers Curran on three major topics:1 - UK house prices have fallen at the fastest rate since 2009. How bad will it get and why Denmark might have the solution to Britain's broken housing market2 - UBS posted the biggest-ever quarterly profit in banking history this week, so how exactly did they pull it off?3 - Is the US labour market starting to show some cracks and why this is actually good news for the stock market!Free...
2023-09-0144 min
Market MakerMM120: J.P. Morgan, Citi, Wells Fargo & BlackRock earnings explained!This week I've pulled on the best minds at AmplifyME on Markets and Banking as Piers Curran and Stephen Barnett deconstruct the first of the big Wall Street banks to report their Q2 performance.We look beyond the headlines to explore the reasons behind the performance in different divisions, the impact of the macro climate, and how their business strategies differ.If you are applying to one of these financial institutions this is a must listen episode! Free daily newsletter https://bit.ly/3Oeu4WkFree Finance Accelerator s...
2023-07-1453 min
Market MakerMM113: Nvidia's blowout earnings & is the bear market rally about to end?Welcome back to the Friday podcast where I'm joined by AmplifyME co-founder Piers Curran to talk all things global markets.Three hot topics up for discussion this week:1) Nvidia's earnings, which resulted in their shares skyrocketing 25% to become the fourth largest company in the Nasdaq 100. We look at whether the company is worth the hype.2) We scratch beneath the surface of the current stock market rally and look at some potential warning signs that we may be nearing the end of the bear market rally.3) Status check...
2023-05-2638 min
Market MakerThe Deal Room: Blackstone takes the hit on Bumble - why PE is taking a loss on its listed portfolioWelcome to a brand new series coming at you every Wednesday where I'm joined by Stephen Barnett our Director of Corporate Finance at AmplifyME.The objective of 'The Deal Room' is to complement our end-of-week chat about global markets with a more M&A and Private Equity deal-focused discussion.To kick things off this week, we talk about why Private Equity groups are increasingly selling shares in portfolio companies at a discount to the price at which they went public, what's going on with the $69bn Microsoft purchase of Activision Blizzard, and discuss...
2023-05-2439 min
Market MakerWorking at an Investment Bank: Perception vs the Reality (Part 1)This is a must-listen for any student interested in working in finance as John Normand, a former 25-year veteran in Global Markets at J.P. Morgan, gives a detailed and honest account of what to consider and how to think about your future.In this first of three episodes, John explains how he came to work in finance before we then tackle two important questions:What's the perception vs the reality of working in finance?His best and worst experiences working in the industry?Lots...
2023-04-1927 min
Market MakerMM102: J.P. Morgan's $1trl target & why good data is bad news for stocks!In this episode, Piers joins me from NYC as we discuss why Morgan Stanley thinks the largest bank in the US could more than double its size in the coming years. We explain how the structure at JPM differs from pure investment banks like Goldman Sachs and the implication this has on their share price and investability. On the macro side, stocks have continued to grind lower as recent strong data out of the US has made market participants think twice about a Fed pivot. Find out what's been going on and why Morgan Stanley think t...
2023-02-2430 min
Market MakerMM100: BIG tech earnings & why stocks keep on rallying!All the major tech firms have now reported and it's been quite the opposite of what you might expect. Meta (Facebook) came out trumps while Alphabet (Google) sank!We deconstruct the tech giant earnings and look at whether or not a bad season for most is a sign of things to come or just a temporary blip for these titans of industry.Attention then turns to the rally in stocks following the latest US interest rate announcement from the Federal Reserve. Find out what they said and why bank economists of a bearish...
2023-02-031h 02
Market MakerMM090: FTX fiasco rocks the crypto marketIn this episode, we attempt to unpack what exactly happened in the crypto market this week which was rocked by news about FTX and Binance, two of the world's largest crypto exchanges.The move came as FTX CEO and founder Sam Bankman-Fried, who was hailed as something of a savior earlier this year, was subject to an investigation centering on the possibility that the firm used customers’ deposits to fund bets at Bankman-Fried’s hedge fund, Alameda Research.What transpired was one of the fastest collapses of a company in recent history. So what...
2022-11-1157 min
Market MakerMM089: The Fed & BoE divergence and what it means for marketsPiers returns to the show and gives his verdict on the big tech earnings and explains why despite their weak performance the S&P continues to hold up.We then delve into the monetary policy decisions this week from the Federal Reserve and Bank of England, both of which raised interest rates by 0.75%. That move itself was not a big surprise but their forward guidance was. Find out why the two major central banks are heading in different directions in the months ahead which could create significant headwinds for the British currency.Finally, we...
2022-11-0440 min
Market MakerMM088: Tech giants lose $1 trillion in one week!It's been a BIG week for US tech earnings and one that has seen seismic reactions in the likes of Meta and Amazon. So much so, that the net worth of Mark Zuckerberg has now fallen more than $100bn in just over 13 months.In this episode, I go beyond the headlines to see what really mattered in the earnings from Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta. My objective is to give you a better insight into what analysts look at in these reports to then make sense of the reaction in their stock price....
2022-10-2828 min
Market MakerMM087: Liz Truss resigns & Goldman Sachs restructures again!First up on the agenda this week is the resignation of UK Prime Minister Liz Truss, marking the shortest premiership in British history. Find out what happens next, the implications for markets, and whether we are about to see the return of Boris!I'm also joined by Stephen Barnett, our Head of Schools, to unpack the announcement from Goldman Sachs this week who are planning a sweeping reorganisation of the firm folding its biggest businesses into three divisions, marking one of the firm's largest-ever reshuffles. Find out the strategy behind the move and implications for Goldman's shar...
2022-10-2146 min
Market MakerMM086: Liz sacks Kwasi & what next for US stocks?A busy end to the week, as UK Prime Minister Liz Truss sacked her Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng and announced another U-turn in her government's tax cut plan. Find out exactly what happened and how markets reacted to the latest news. We also tie in the latest developments in the UK bond market after Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey told pension funds “You have three days to get out". A brave move or asking for trouble?Finally, Thursday marked one of the largest intraday reversals in the US stock market on record. The init...
2022-10-1452 min
Market MakerCAREER INSIGHT: Tanya Tracey, CEO of GAIN (Girls Are INvestors)In this career insight episode, I am joined by Tanya Tracey who is the CEO of Girls Are Investors (GAIN), which is a charity that seeks to address the lack of diversity in investment management through partnerships with schools and universities. Tanya has over twenty years of experience in investment banking, investor relations, and diversity and inclusion, having worked at J.P. Morgan, Nomura, and the CFA Institute.In this conversation, Tanya shares her career journey, working in a male-oriented environment, imposter syndrome, misconceptions about working in finance, and the importance of having role...
2022-10-1218 min
Market MakerMM085: Why Credit Suisse is not the next Lehman Brothers & Elon Musk's U-turn on TwitterIn this episode, we discuss what happened to Credit Suisse this week as shares dropped and Credit Default Swaps (CDS) soared amid rumours the Swiss banking giant could be the next Lehman Brothers. But why did the market react so violently and is there any substance to this speculation?Next is Elon Musk, who has thrown in the towel and has revived his commitment to buy Twitter at the original price of $54.50 a share. We look at the possible reasons behind the turnaround and who are the winners and losers in this saga....
2022-10-071h 05
Market MakerMM084: Carnage in UK Bond/FX Markets – What happened, what’s next?Topics discussed in this episodeUnprecedented Emergency Action: The Bank of England to purchase £80bn long-dated UK Government Bonds to save the Pension industry – But why did they do this, and will it work?UK Government bond yields spike above 5% in one of the largest market moves in history as traders panic over the sustainability of UK debt – Are these fears rational and where do yields go from hereWhat is Liability Driven Investment (LDI) and how did It nearly break the UK bond markets this week?UK Pension funds driven to pa...
2022-09-3053 min
Market MakerMM083: Chaos at the Bank of England & Our top 3 trading films revealed!This week, we discuss why the Great British Pound continues to get hammered. From the split amongst policymakers at the Bank of England to the government setting out the most radical package of tax cuts since 1972. Has the probability of parity against the US dollar become more likely?We also review the latest interest rate announcement from the US central bank and explain why the news was so negative for stocks on Wall Street, examine the decision by the Japanese authorities to intervene in their currency, and ask the question of whether the move by Credit Su...
2022-09-2347 min
Market MakerMM082: Banker bonuses and Goldman's top 4 buy the dip signalsThe UK chancellor is reportedly planning to scrap caps on bankers’ bonuses in a move to attract more talent to the City of London. Find out why the government is doing this and how investment banks manage bonus season.We review this week's US CPI report which acted as a trigger for the Dow to close down more than 1,200 points, marking the worst day so far this year. Why was the move so aggressive and will the Fed now hike 100bps at next week's meeting?Piers also shares Goldman's four important signals to look f...
2022-09-1653 min
Market MakerBREAKING: Billionaire Patagonia founder gives away company to fight the climate crisisThe founder of the outdoor clothing company, Patagonia, has given away 100% ownership of the $3bn company to help fight climate change. Yvon Chouinard, the mountain climber, and unlikely business leader has always placed the planet as the company’s most important stakeholder, committing to give 1% of sales to fight climate change, and embarking on an extensive worn-wear campaign. Today’s announcement, which sees 100% of the company’s ownership, and profits, irrevocably dedicated to fighting climate change, illustrates Chouinard’s long-standing commitment to protecting the environment through the legacy of Patagonia.In this sh...
2022-09-1509 min
Market MakerMM081: Kim Kardashian launches PE firm & Stocks rise despite higher ratesEarlier this week, TV personality and business women Kim Kardashian launched her own private equity firm SKKY Partners with the help of Jay Sammons, a former employee at investment firm The Carlyle Group.Piers and I use this deal to help explain the role that private equity plays in finance, how the industry works and the difference between P.E and venture capital.On the macro front, we take a look at why stocks are set for their first weekly rise in a month despite the continued tightening of central bank policy and exa...
2022-09-0955 min
Market MakerMM080: Is GBP heading to parity?The UK economy is facing one of its toughest economic periods in history. A looming threat of a recession, acute dependence on foreign capital, soaring debt costs, and the rising likelihood that the Bank of England’s independence will be scrutinised under the new Tory leadership have all led to the demise of the Great British Pound.But how low will the currency go and is there a possibility of it reaching parity against the US Dollar?In this episode, we also look at the history of currency interventions as the...
2022-09-0258 min
Market MakerMM079: Breaking - Fed's Powell warns against ‘prematurely loosening’ Fed policyIn this breaking news episode, I summaries the main take home points from the highly anticipated speech from the Fed Chairman Jerome Powell at the Jackson Hole symposium. Find out what were the three main comments, how the market reacted and what does this mean for the September FOMC meeting.Daily newsletter https://amplifyme.com/market-makerFree Finance Accelerator simulation https://amplifyme.com/course/finance-acceleratorConnect with Anthony https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycheung10/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-2609 min
Market MakerMM078: China slowdown & the revenge of the meme stocksIn this episode, we focus on the increasing economic challenges being felt in China, who earlier this week surprised the market and cut interest rates for the first time since the beginning of the year. We look at why things are so bad and what might happen next.Next, we turn our attention to the return of the meme stock craze with reports suggesting that short sellers have lost an estimated $1.65bn in this month alone. But what exactly is a 'short squeeze' and a 'call option' and who the hell is Jake Freeman, the 20-year-old co...
2022-08-1900 min
Market MakerMM077: US Stocks: Bull vs Bear Debate!In this episode, I go toe to toe with Head of Trading Piers Curran as we put forward our bull and bear case scenarios for the direction of US stocksWe also run through some of the major headlines in global markets this week:- What does the drop in US CPI mean for the Fed?- The impact of US gasoline prices dropping back below $4- How impactful is the US Inflation Reduction Act?- What next for the UK as the economy c...
2022-08-121h 02
Market MakerMM076: The UK is heading for a long & painful recessionIn this episode, I fly solo recapping some of the major stories in markets this week.I take a look at why the Pound fell after the Bank of England delivered its largest rate rise since 1995, what the world's largest asset manager has to do with the crypto exchange Coinbase, and the implications of US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi visiting Taipei this week.Daily newsletter https://amplifyme.com/market-makerTake a Finance Accelerator simulation https://amplifyme.com/course/finance-acceleratorConnect with Anthony https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonycheung10/
2022-08-0529 min
Market MakerMM075: Do you need coding skills for trading?A slight change up in this week's episode, as I'm joined by Milandeep Bassi, who is the Fintech products lead and full stack DevOps engineer at Amplify.You might be wondering what the hell is that?! So in this episode, we talk about the following:What do you learn in computer scienceThe type of characteristics that make a successful programmerCreating and testing trading algosThe different roles and requirements within a quant trading teamMachine learning and A.I. in financeWhich coding languages are best to learn to get started...
2022-07-2951 min
Market MakerMM074: ECB bazooka & Tesla's lesson in financial engineeringAn incredibly busy week, from Russia resuming critical gas flows to Europe, to one of the biggest ever tech IPO's on the London market being put on hold due to the collapse of the Boris Johnson government, there's never a dull moment in markets!In this episode, we start with deconstructing what exactly happened at the European Central Bank meeting, where interest rates were hiked 50bps, marking the first move higher in 11 years and the biggest since the year 2000. What was said? what on earth is the TPI? what risks are there following the resignation of th...
2022-07-221h 08
Market MakerMM073: Will the Fed hike 100bps & Is Elon Musk in troubleIt's been quite an incredible week in global markets. The Euro hit parity against the US Dollar for the first time in 20 years, the Italian government is about to implode, the Tory leadership contest rumbles on, and the big US banks kick off the latest earnings season. However, the show stopper was undoubtedly the latest US CPI reading which came in at a red hot 9.1%, the largest gain since the end of 1981.Piers and I discuss how the market reacted and more importantly how the US central bank may react. On the same day, the Bank o...
2022-07-1448 min
Market MakerMM072: Boris Johnson resigns, what happens next?!In this episode, I talk to the Head of Trading Piers Curran about the resignation of UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson. We look at the process behind how the Conservative Party will now elect a new leader, the subsequent timeline, and importantly whether this shift has implications for financial markets.Who is Ben Wallace? Will Rishi win? does this even matter in the context of the economic crisis unfolding under the pressure of surging inflation? We give our point of view! This leads us into looking at the EUR currency, which this week h...
2022-07-0845 min
Market MakerMM071: US stocks suffer sharpest first-half drop for more than 50 yearsMM071: US stocks suffer sharpest first-half drop for more than 50 years Yesterday saw H1 2022 draw to a conclusion with the S&P 500 closing down 20.6% year-to-date making the worst first six months of any year since 1970.We discuss why stocks have had such a bad year and delve deeper into the diverging performances of the different equity sectors. For example, exploring why the energy sector is up over 30% whilst the Consumer Discretionary sector is down over 30%. We discuss how the bounce in stocks last week was nothing to do with fundamentals and was actually driven by quarter...
2022-07-0141 min
Market MakerMM070: Biggest Fed rate hike since 1994. But are they making a mistake?Yesterday the US Federal Reserve hiked interest rates by 0.75% in another hawkish pivot in their on-going quest to tame inflation. They also said they intend to raise interest rates a further 1.75% across their remaining four meetings in 2022We discuss the market fallout in the aftermath of this Fed announcement as stock markets initially bounced as Powell said he did not expect adjustments of 0.75% to become common.However, this morning the risk-off continues:The S&P hits bear market territory down 23% from its November 2021 high. The Nasdaq is now down 33%. The US...
2022-06-1637 min
Market MakerMM069: Apple CarPlay. The next big revolution or just tech hype?!We've had Apple's Developer event this week and while people are most obsessed with augmented reality technology we focus on the less sexy software side of the business! Namely, Apple CarPlay and Apple's move into finance by offering loans directly to consumers for its new buy now, pay later product.Will Apple's refresh of CarPlay open up a new substantial revenue stream for the tech giant or is this just tech enthusiasts getting ahead of themselves?Billionaire investor Ray Dalio is also back in the spotlight betting on a sell-off in corporate bonds...
2022-06-1048 min
Market MakerMM068: Is GBP heading for an "existential" crisis?!This week Bank of America put out a note suggesting that investors should hedge for an “existential” sterling crisis as the British currency faces struggles usually seen in emerging markets.What supports this pessimistic view and is it a credible argument or simply a sensational conclusion to generate broad appeal in the media?We then shift our focus to crude oil where prices have briefly touched $120 a barrel this week as the conflict in Ukraine intensifies and the EU has agreed to pursue a partial ban on Russian oil. Is this...
2022-06-0145 min
Market MakerMM067: Are US recession risks overblown?In this episode, Piers and I take a look at comments from Jamie Dimon and Brian Moynihan, where the CEO's of J.P. Morgan and Bank of America softened their tone on a recession and how it may be different from episodes experienced in the past.We also discuss how the UK Chancellor is engineering his windfall tax on oil and gas companies, the change in tactics from the Chinese government in the communication of their economic outlook, and why Saudi Arabia still wants to be mates with Russia despite pressure from the West.Da...
2022-05-2739 min
Market MakerMM066: Apple the next BIG short & is ESG a scam?!The Dow dropped 1,100 points on Wednesday, marking its biggest decline since 2020 as the sell-off this year on Wall Street intensifies. Is this the beginning of the end or are we just getting started?In this episode, Piers and I look at some troubling signs from US retailers Target and Walmart this week and what their performance tells us about the macro environment.Meanwhile, one of the biggest headlines for single stocks was that the infamous investor Michael Burry of the 'Big Short' now has Apple in the crosshairs. Find out how his hedge f...
2022-05-1948 min
Market MakerMM065: What's behind the TERRA-fying moves in crypto?The price of bitcoin briefly fell below $26,000 this week, hitting its lowest level in 16 months. The move came after a collapse in Luna as TerraUSD struggled to regain its Dollar peg. Find out what purpose these 'algorithmic stablecoins' serve, what caused them to break down, and what it means for institutional adoption going forward.We also catch up on what has been another brutal week across the asset class spectrum with YTD losses in the Nasdaq 100 now over 27%, and find out why Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi wants to set up his own cartel!
2022-05-1350 min
Market MakerMM064: Why have stocks tanked this week?!On Thursday, the Nasdaq closed the session down 5%, marking the biggest single-day plunge since June 2020. YTD stocks like Netflix are now down nearly 70% and even tech giant Amazon has shed over 30% in the past four months.So why has the selling pressure intensified this week? What should we take away from the comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell at the FOMC meeting and is a recession now all but a foregone conclusion?In this episode, we aim to address these questions and tackle the big one - What happens next?!...
2022-05-0648 min
Market MakerMM063: The best & worst of the mega-cap tech earnings this weekMuch to talk about this week, but Piers and I thought we would unpack what has been a busy week in US corporate earnings. In fact, Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Alphabet alone have a combined market value of about $8trl and makeup one-fifth of the weight of the S&P 500. So how they perform has a direct consequence on the US stock market and gives investors some clues on how the period ahead may unfold.We look at each one of the tech giants in detail and discuss the good, the bad, and the...
2022-04-3045 min
Market MakerMM062: Elon Musk's Twitter takeover explainedIn this podcast episode, Piers and I attempt to deconstruct the Elon Musk / Twitter saga and use it as a great case study to tackle some finance jargon you may have heard before.So expect some hostile actions, tender offers, leveraged buyouts, white knights, and poison pills!I also wrap up some of the main headlines in global markets this week from the hawkish pivot from the ECB and hardening of rate hike talk from Fed Chief Jerome Powell, to the collapse of Netflix shares and the latest earnings from Tesla.
2022-04-2248 min
Market MakerMM060: Biden's big oil play & recession warningsIn this week's episode, Piers and I catch up on the announcement this week that the US is to release roughly a million barrels of oil a day from its reserves for six months beginning in May, a historic drawdown to combat rising inflation. We discuss Biden's strategy and ask the question, will it work?This week the U.S. Treasury yield curve inverted for the first time since 2019. The U.S. curve has inverted before each recession since 1955, with a recession following between six and 24 months, but is this a surprise, and is this time...
2022-04-0155 min
Market MakerMM058: Russian default risk recedes & is President Xi in trouble?In this episode, Piers and I catch up on what has been another busy week in markets where global stocks are on course for their best week since November 2020.We catch-up on the latest news on Ukraine, where reports midweek suggested Ukraine and Russia have made significant progress on a tentative peace plan including a ceasefire and Russian withdrawal if Kyiv declares neutrality and accepts limits its armed forces. We talk about making sense of the headline noise and whether we have had peak conflict in terms of market pricing.We then catch...
2022-03-181h 07
Market MakerMM057: Mr 'Big Shot' gets squeezedThis week, Nickel, used in stainless steel and electric-vehicle batteries, surged as much as 250% in just two days to trade briefly above $100,000 a ton, in what otherwise can only be described as a parabolic move.Xiang Guangda a.k.a 'Big Shot' -- who controls the world’s largest nickel producer, Tsingshan Holding Group Co. was the main culprit behind the move, having amassed a short position on the London Metal Exchange (LME) is in the region of 100,000 tons of nickel. We look at the mechanics behind the short squeeze and explain how the LME...
2022-03-1152 min
Market MakerMM056: Oil will never trade below $90 again, here's why!After a week off the desk, it's great to be back with co-founder and head of trading Piers Curran to discuss what's been happening in markets this week.We take a deep-dive into the latest news on Russia, where ongoing fighting has resulted in the biggest weekly increase in commodity prices since the 1973 oil crisis.The impact has been severe. The Dow Jones Russia GDR Index, which tracks London-traded Russian companies, has plunged 98% in just two weeks and overnight the Russian sovereign rating was cut to 'junk' by Moody's and Fitch. We explain...
2022-03-031h 05
Market MakerMM053: Will the Fed hike 50bps as US inflation surgesReally exciting news to announce this week, as US investment bank Morgan Stanley is now the official global sponsor of our AmplifyME Finance Accelerator.It's been amazing to see the impact the initiative has had since launching in September and with the help of Morgan Stanley, we can now reach more individuals than ever.I encourage anyone who has not yet taken part in the simulation to give it a go. It's open to all students from college to post-grad and you don't have to come from an economics background. The registration link...
2022-02-1158 min
Market MakerCareer Insight: Advice from Alfonso Peccatiello a former $20bn Portfolio ManagerThe Masterclass speaker series is back by popular demand, aiming to help students get the real truth behind different careers in finance. To mark the occasion I hosted an incredible guest, Alfonso Peccatiello.Alf is the author of The Macro Compass and was previously the Head of Investment Portfolio for the Treasury department of ING Germany. There, he was in charge of the active management of a $20bn multi-asset portfolio.In the session, Alf talks about how he first got interested in finance, how what he learned at university was u...
2022-02-0251 min
Market MakerMM051: Fed's hawkish shift & why Russia-Ukraine conflict is important for commoditiesIn this episode, I talk to co-founder Piers Curran about the latest FOMC meeting where Fed Chair Jerome Powell backed a March liftoff and said would not rule out a hike at every meeting.Markets are now pricing in the probability of 5 rate hikes this year and even the prospect of a rate 50bps move at the March meeting, but is this expectation right, or will the Fed change tactics once more?We also look at the latest earnings from the likes of Microsoft, Tesla, and Apple, while also discussing the performance of Deu...
2022-01-2856 min
Market MakerMM050: Microsoft bet big on the Metaverse & Netflix shares crash on outlookThe episode covers a quickfire round-up of the main news this week, from Biden's comments on Russia to Brent crude oil hitting a fresh 7-year high, before taking a deep dive in the race to the Metaverse following Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. We explore the rationale behind the huge amount of cash being spent by big tech firms to position for the future and ask the question of whether their strategy will stifle innovation and increase regulatory threats. Next in the dock is Netflix, whose shares dropped 20% after their earnings this week. We...
2022-01-211h 01
Market MakerBREAKING: Microsoft announces $69bln deal for Activision BlizzardMicrosoft has announced a $69bln bid for Activision Blizzard in what will be the biggest tech deal in history. The move will give the tech giant access to Activision’s 390 million monthly users and headline franchises such as Call of Duty, Warcraft, and Candy Crush.Gaming is likely to play a key role in the development of the Metaverse and the deal is likely to result in further consolidation in the sector. Direct competitors such as Sony dropped more than 10% on the news while shares in Square Enix and Capcom surged.Find out wh...
2022-01-1911 min
Market MakerMM049: Fed hikes in focus & the end of the road for BorisAs always, I'm joined by co-founder Piers Curran to discuss the major stories in markets this week, from a 39 year high in US CPI and earnings reports from J.P. Morgan and BlackRock, to Kim Kardashian being sued over promoting alt-coin EthereumMax as part of an alleged crypto scam.We also catch up on what has been another horrendous week for UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson who is under growing pressure from senior Tories to admit he attended the drinks party in the Number 10 garden on May 20, 2020, in defiance of England’s lockdown rules.Wil...
2022-01-1440 min
Market MakerMM048: Why US yields are so important & trending stories of the weekHappy New Year! In this episode, I talk to co-founder Piers Curran, about what a surge in US yields means for the global financial markets. We discuss the catalyst behind the move, how this influences equity sector positioning and why even crypto traders should be monitoring this development.We also touch on some of the trending stories of the week, from Apple briefly hitting a $3trl market cap and Boris Johnson stating the UK can whether a record wave of Covid-19 without tighter restrictions to the surge in GameStop shares and the new Sony electric vehicle.
2022-01-0755 min
Market MakerMM047: Is UK 'Plan C' coming & why Alphabet will win the raceIn this final episode of the year, I talk to co-founder Piers Curran about UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who faces a potential rebellion after announcing 'Plan B' measures amid discontent over his handling of Christmas parties last year when the nation was in lockdown. What is the government's strategy? what would Plan C look like? and what does this mean for the Bank of England and the timing of rate rises?.We review the latest US CPI report for November, which came in at 6.8% Y/Y, the highest reading since 1982. The case is made why t...
2021-12-101h 02
Market MakerMM046: The Omicron impact & The Fed turn hawkishIn this episode, I talk to co-founder Piers Curran about the three key areas to monitor to ascertain the impact of Omicron on the global economy. From transmissibility, to vaccine escape and lethality, we look at the timeline necessary to make a more accurate forecast.We then discuss the latest US jobs report and the surprising pivot from the Federal Reserve to become much more hawkish ahead of their final FOMC meeting of the year. Why have they made this dramatic shift in strategy and will it work?Our final conversation is a revie...
2021-12-0353 min
Market MakerMM045: A new COVID risk emerges & collapse of the Turkish Lira explainedIn this week's episode, I talk to Piers about a new variant of the coronavirus (B.1.1.529) which has been identified in South Africa. Although case rates are low, early signs suggest the new variant is out-competing others far faster than Beta and even Delta. We review how markets have reacted and what to look out for next.The other big story of the week was that US President Joe Biden announced Monday that he is renominating Jerome Powell for a second term as Federal Reserve chair. We discuss what this means in the context of an...
2021-11-2654 min
Market MakerCareer Hacks: INTERVIEWS - How to pitch a stockIn this episode, I talk to Xiao about the dreaded stock pitch, the moment in an interview where the floor is yours and it's time to deliver!We look at how to structure your pitch, the level of depth to go into, and the secret to coming across in the right way. To help bring the discussion to life there are also some real-life examples for good measure. Some good, some bad! Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2021-11-2420 min
Market MakerMM044: The EV Market Bubble & Netflix Strategy ChangeIn this week's episode, Piers and I kick off with a look at the explosion in electric vehicle (EV) pure plays such as Lucid and Rivian and discuss why we think this is a bubble and other strategic ways to play the EV long game.We also touch on the increasing policy divergence emerging between Europe and the US/UK as COVID cases in the former continue to rise against rampant inflation in the latter. How do you identify these trends before they happen and ways and means to express your market view are explained.
2021-11-1958 min
Market MakerMM043: Decentralised Finance goes mainstream & will the Fed blink as inflation surgesThis week, I talk to Amplify co-founder Piers Curran about the latest expansion of the crypto market in which the broader rise in digital tokens has taken their overall market value past $3 trillion for the very first time. We also talk about the shift towards further adoption of Decentralised Finance (DeFi) and where it sits in the context of traditional assets and how to gain exposure to this emerging area.The main macro theme of the week has been the surge in global inflation after US CPI rose at its fastest pace in 31 years last month...
2021-11-1258 min
Market MakerCareer Hacks: Why NETWORKING is one of the most important things you can doIn the fourth episode of our Career Hack series we talk about the power of networking. Whether you love it or hate it, networking can have a profound impact on your professional ambitions and personal skills. We talk about how to get started, how to build your own profile and the general rules of engagement!Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-1039 min
Market MakerMM042: Bank of England surprise, Fed taper & Biden's nightmareIn this episode, I talk to Amplify co-founder and Head of Trading Piers Curran about the communication failure from Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey and its impact on the Bank's credibility. We also look at Jerome Powell's performance after announcing tapering and discuss the real prospect of the Democrats losing both the Senate and the House at next year's mid-terms as Joe Biden's approval rating remains one of the worst in history.Finally, we can't go an episode without talking about Tesla! Discussing why the share price is rising irrespective of fundamentals, alongside a quick...
2021-11-0558 min
Market MakerCareer Hacks: The dummies guide to HIREVUE interviewsIn the third episode of our Career Hack series we talk about HireVue interviews. What is the purpose of them, who uses them, where does it fit in the application process, and of course we throw in some useful tips and tricks!Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-0326 min
Market MakerMM041: Will the Facebook rebrand to Meta work?In this episode, I talk to Amplify co-founder Piers Curran about the Facebook name change to Meta. What does this mean for the company, why are they doing it, and will be a successful rebranding of the troubled social media firm?. Also up for debate is whether Tesla is in a bubble after shares rise 20% on the week and a review of the latest corporate earnings from the mega-cap tech giants, including Apple, Amazon, Microsoft and Alphabet.Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
2021-10-2952 min
Market MakerCareer Hacks: How to manage a group exerciseThis week Xiao and I delve into the often complicated matter of group exercises, one of the main features of any assessment centre. Not only do we look at the structure and format, but provide 7 top tips that will help your performance in these high pressured situations.Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2732 min
Market MakerMM040: Social media stocks 'Snap', Bitcoin ATH & Trump launches TRUST SocialIn this episode, I talk to Eddie Donmez about why the crash in Snap's shares this week is bad for social media stocks but good for Apple. We also investigate the latest SPAC deal between Digital World Acquisition and Trump Media & Technology Group, as the former US President looks to circumvent big tech by launching his own app TRUTH Social. For dessert, we analyse Tesla earnings, review the performance of the first Bitcoin ETF, and comment on the latest PayPal talks to acquire Pinterest, in what could be one of the largest takeover deals of the year....
2021-10-2243 min
Market MakerCareer Hacks: How to prepare for a VIRTUAL assessment centre in finance?!Unsure of what to expect in your upcoming assessment centre? We've got you covered! In this first episode of our career hacks series I talk to the Head of AmplifyME China, Xiaoyu Zhang, on how exactly virtual assessment centres work. We look at the four key stages of group exercises, case studies, networking and interviews in the context of having to do these completely online due to the pandemic. Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-10-2021 min
Market MakerMM039: M&A sugar rush, but how long can it last?In this episode, I catch up with Eddie Donmez to talk about the performance of US investment banks who have been reporting their latest quarterly earnings this week. These financial firms are raking in record sums, with fees surging past $100bln in the first nine months of the year thanks to a rush of dealmaking. So why is deal activity so crazy, and how long can it last? you'll have to listen to find out!Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/market-maker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2021-10-1528 min
Market MakerMM038: Have we seen peak Facebook?Facebook has had a tough week. From its social media services going down due to a "faulty configuration change", to more deep-rooted problems unearthed by the latest Facebook Files leaked from a former employee. Can Mark Zuckerberg evolve the company once more, or is this the beginning of the end? We also discuss the latest energy crisis and what it means for inflation and the Bank of England, and why the Fed will push on with its taper timeline, despite another weak US jobs report.Sign up for the Daily Market Maker newsletter www.amplifyme.com/marke...
2021-10-0854 min
Market MakerAmplifyME: In search of SerenaIn this special episode, I talk to Amplify Co-founder Piers Curran, on how Amplify Trading went from two guys teaching people how to trade, into a company using technology to bring about real change in the way people identify and secure jobs in finance. We also talk about diversity, mental health, and our personal connection to making an impact on young people. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-09-0857 min
Market MakerMM033: US Non-Farm Payrolls, Robinhood, Zoom & StagflationIn this episode, Co-Founder Piers Curran and Head of AmplifyME Eddie Donmez discuss the fall out from the August US labour market report that showed the worst Non-Farm Payrolls reading of 2021 coupled with a spike in wage growth. We discuss how markets reacted and why this all feeds into a steady worsening of the economic outlook going into Q4. We also discuss Zoom fatigue and our year end price target following their 17% drop this week plus how regulatory and competition headwinds are whipping up a perfect storm for Robinhood, but can Bitcoin come to the rescue?! Hosted on Acast. S...
2021-09-0339 min
Market MakerMM031: Tesla Bot, Big Shorts & Virtual RealityIn this episode, I kick off by giving an overview as to why stocks and commodities have suffered this week, and provide colour on what Taliban control of Afghanistan means for markets. I then speak with Head of AmplifyMe, Eddie Donmez, on Tesla's new humanoid, Facebook Horizon Workroom, Amazon department stores and Michael Burry's next 'Big Short'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-2043 min
Market MakerMM012: Coinbase debut & UK housing market crash?In this week's episode, I am joined by Eddie Donmez, the head of AmplifyME, as we look at the debut of Coinbase, the first listing of a major cryptocurrency exchange. Eddie explains the reason behind the initial volatility and why Cathie Wood has snapped up $352mln worth of shares in the first two days. Also discussed are the latest US bank earnings and whether there is any validity to the argument of an impending UK housing market crash. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-04-1623 min