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Talking Markets Podcast
The Talking Markets Podcast with Franklin Templeton explores perspectives and insights from our investment leaders. Tune in as we provide regular updates on developments shaping markets, industries and investment opportunities.
TALKING MARKETS PODCAST EPISODES
US Election Heightens Pandemic Uncertainty
September 16, 2020
Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions' Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette provide their views on the upcoming US election, as well as the continued impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on investment and economic activity. They also share their views on whether cities will ultimately survive amid the work-from-home movement that could remain a longer-term trend.
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Investment Opportunities Resulting from Accelerated Disruption and Innovation
August 18, 2020
Matt Moberg, Portfolio Manager, Franklin Equity Group, discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic may be accelerating investments in innovation.
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Emerging Divergences in Economies & Financial Markets
July 30, 2020
Ed Perks, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions, looks at concerning factors in the US, reasons for optimism in Europe, and early success in Asia.
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Considering Mortgage-Backed Securities for Stability in a Fixed Income Portfolio
June 29, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted all corners of the market, including mortgage-backed securities. Franklin Templeton Fixed Income's Paul Varunok takes a closer look at the space, and why he feels they can offer some stability in a fixed income portfolio.
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Risk Assets and Reshaping of the Economy
June 11, 2020
Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions' Gene Podkaminer and Wylie Tollette put market activity in perspective amidst a pandemic and social unrest. They also detail why they believe risk assets are most favorable near-term.
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Investing in Innovation: The Impact of the Coronavirus Crisis
May 27, 2020
Franklin Equity Group’s Matt Moberg explores equity investing in the wake of the coronavirus—with an eye on innovation. He shares his outlook for the tech and biotech sectors in light of recent market uncertainty.
Listen NowWhat’s Next for Markets as Lockdowns Lift: A Multi-Asset View
May 21, 2020
Ed Perks, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions, looks ahead at what to expect for the second half of the year—including implications of the US economy opening up, the ongoing impact of massive monetary and fiscal response, and the risk for a wave of downgrades and defaults.
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Equity Markets vs. Main Street: Views on the Divergence and Considerations for Different Sectors
May 13, 2020
Why is there such a divergence from Main Street to equity markets, and, are markets ahead of themselves? Stephen Dover, Head of Equities with Franklin Templeton speaks with Katie Klingensmith.
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A Different World: Expect Significant Changes Following The Coronavirus Crisis
April 29, 2020
Dr. Michael Hasenstab, Chief Investment Officer, Templeton Global Macro, discusses the near and longer-term economic impacts, as well as the opportunities that could result during the recovery process.
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How COVID-19 is Testing the Resiliency of Emerging Markets
April 23, 2020
Manraj Sekhon, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Emerging Markets Equity, discusses the emerging markets landscape across North Asia, India and Latin America, and the path forward.
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Rescuing Markets and the Economy: Impacts of Massive Monetary and Fiscal Stimulus
April 16, 2020
Is history repeating itself or is this something completely different? Sonal Desai, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income, explains how the current global economic and market environments differ from the Great Depression and Global Financial Crisis.
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Impact of CARES Act on the US Retirement System
April 6, 2020
Listen to how the CARES Act could impact US retirement savings in this conversation with Michael Hadley of Davis & Harman LLP and Drew Carrington, Head of Institutional Defined Contribution, Franklin Templeton.
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Market Movements: Outlook and Valuations for US Equities
March 30, 2020
Franklin Equity Group’s Evan McCulloch, Grant Bowers and Jonathan Curtis provide an in-depth look at US equities following the latest market movements, and outlooks for the tech and biotech sectors in particular.
Listen NowGauging the Fallout and Reasons for Optimism
March 25, 2020
As uncertainty continues to grip markets, Sonal Desai, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income, gauges the fallout, and finds reasons to be optimistic.
Listen NowPerspective on China and Emerging Markets: Recovery Begins
March 19, 2020
Hear how the recovery from the coronavirus shock is underway in China, economic impacts in the region, and possible opportunities resulting in select emerging markets from Manraj Sekhon, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Emerging Markets Equity.
Listen NowPreparing for a Recession: What’s Different from the Global Financial Crisis
March 18, 2020
Uncertainty is gripping global markets as a result of the COVID-19 virus. Stephen Dover, Head of Equities and Ed Perks, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions discuss how a recession has likely already begun and what's different from the Global Financial Crisis.
Listen NowNavigating Uncharted Territory and Market Volatility
March 13, 2020
Sonal Desai, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income, and Michael Hasenstab, Chief Investment Officer, Templeton Global Macro, discuss possible near-term and long-term impacts of the coronavirus outbreak and other market shocks.
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Looking Ahead: Market Volatility and Preparing for Possible Outcomes
March 11, 2020
Gene Podkaminer, Head of Multi-Asset Research Strategies with Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions and Wylie Tollette, Head of Client Investment Solutions, Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions discuss the heightened volatility following the spread of the coronavirus.
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Coping with Coronavirus-Induced Market Volatility
March 2, 2020
Gene Podkaminer, Head of Multi-Asset Research Strategies with Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions, discusses the heightened volatility following the spread of the coronavirus.
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Experiences, Expectations and Efficiency: Helping Financial Advisors in the 2020s
February 24, 2020
Mike O’Brien, Programs Marketing Director, speaks with David Lyon, founder and CEO of Oranj, a wealth management platform for financial professionals, to discuss the changing value of Financial Advisors over the next decade and how technology has helped the further adoption of model portfolios due to the rising demand.
Listen NowMulti-Asset Implications of the Coronavirus Outbreak
February 5, 2020
Gene Podkaminer, Head of Multi-Asset Research Strategies with Franklin Templeton Multi-Asset Solutions, discusses the multi-asset implications of the coronavirus outbreak.
Listen NowWill the US Economy Survive the Politics in 2020?
January 21, 2020
What might investors worry about? Dr. Sonal Desai, Chief Investment Officer, Franklin Templeton Fixed Income, covers her expectations for 2020 in this podcast.
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SECURE Act Signed into Law: Sweeping Changes for the US Retirement System
January 7, 2020
Franklin Templeton’s retirement experts look at how SECURE Act will change the US retirement system short and long term.
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Global Investment Outlook: Coping with a Changing Market Landscape in 2020
December 23, 2019
Our senior investment leaders have a cautiously optimistic outlook for 2020. They still do not see a global recession looming and believe there are plenty of reasons to remain invested.
Listen NowSustainable Investing for Today & Tomorrow
December 11, 2019
Julie Moret, Franklin Templeton’s Head of ESG, speaks to us about how sustainability isn't about passing a moral or ethical judgment, but an objective view on how society, consumers and investors are behaving differently, and how companies are managing to these drivers of change and really thinking about them in terms…
Listen NowUS & European Equity Outlook: Growth and Opportunities
November 19, 2019
Templeton Global Equity Group’s Andrew Burkly and Franklin Equity Group’s Grant Bowers discuss their outlooks for European and US equities.
Listen NowHealth Savings Accounts: How They Work and Are They Right for You?
October 11, 2019
Our Kevin Murphy, Head of Strategic Accounts, Defined Contribution Investment Only Division – US, sits down with Jamie Greenleaf, lead advisor and principal with Cafaro Greenleaf, to discuss Health Savings Accounts.
Listen NowStaying Nimble Amid an Uncertain Outlook
September 26, 2019
Our senior investment leaders weigh in on why they still don’t see a near-term recession but remain cautious heading into year-end with the backdrop of increased geopolitical risks.
Listen NowHealth Sector Innovation and Insight
August 13, 2019
In this podcast, our Head of Equities Stephen Dover speaks with Franklin Templeton analysts Steve Kornfeld and Krzysztof Musialik about the health care sector and the innovation they are seeing therein.
Listen NowEngaging a New Generation of Investors
July 24, 2019
A panel of prominent FinTech entrepreneurs share their thoughts on the rationale for—and challenges of—appealing to Millennial customers.
Listen NowMidyear Outlook: Reining in Risk
June 28, 2019
Equity markets continued to march higher in the first half of 2019, despite trade uncertainties and recessionary fears. An abrupt change to a more dovish stance among central bankers has recently provided fresh tinder to the equity fire. But does a looser policy stance signal there are cracks in the global...
Listen NowAn Update on US Retirement Legislation
June 20, 2019
Drew Carrington and Michael Hadley provide an update on the Legislative and Regulatory landscape affecting retirement plans and policy.
Listen NowUnlocking Innovation: Strategies from Silicon Valley CEOs
June 12, 2019
A panel of accomplished Silicon Valley CEOs—including Franklin Templeton’s Greg Johnson—discuss how to drive and nurture the culture of innovation with employees.
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