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12/06/2025

Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income: Episode 14

Inflation may be invisible, but its impact on your bond portfolio is anything but. In this episode, we explore how inflation affects fixed income—and what investors can do to stay one step ahead.

You’ll discover:

How inflation erodes real bond returns over time

Which bonds are most vulnerable—and which can protect your capital

Why inflation-linked bonds and floating rate notes matter right now

Practical tips to build an inflation-resilient bond allocation using duration, diversification, and smart hedges

Whether you're preserving capital or chasing yield, understanding inflation is essential. This episode gives you the tools to protect your portfolio when rising prices threaten your real returns.

https://www.giltinvestments.com/unlocking-the-power-of-fixed-income-episode-14

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12/06/2025

🟡 The Weekly Edge – 12th June 2025
Crackdowns, Cracks & Crude Shocks

This week on The Weekly Edge, Rich and Al pull back the curtain on a world being rapidly reshaped—where commodities become weapons, infrastructure hides vulnerabilities, and political drama is market risk.

The U.S.–China trade war just escalated—again. With propane tariffs and ethane bans, critical supply chains are now collateral damage in a full-blown commodities cold war. Meanwhile, suspicions over Chinese-made solar inverters raise alarming questions about energy security and grid control.

And over in China? Deflation is deepening. A brutal EV price war is gutting margins, exposing the limits of industrial policy, and flooding the world with cheap exports. It's not just a domestic slowdown—it’s a global signal.

Back in the U.S., Elon Musk’s public feud with Trump is more than tabloid fodder—it’s a case study in reputational risk bleeding into equity markets. Tesla’s $150B value wipe shows how fragile confidence has become at the intersection of tech, politics, and capital.

Rich and Al aren’t calling this a cycle. They’re calling it what it is: a structural shift toward fragmentation, friction, and volatility without a playbook.

The world isn’t pivoting. It’s splintering. And staying ahead means reading the rewiring in real time.

Listen: https://www.giltinvestments.com/the-edge-week-to-12th-june-2025

05/06/2025

🎧 New Episode: The Weekly Edge – June 5, 2025

Trade Tantrums, Crude Signals & Consumer Cracks – Welcome to the New Normal

This week on The Weekly Edge, Rich Brennan and Alastair Healey break down the fault lines emerging across the global economy:
• The U.S.–China trade war reignites, with 54% tariffs triggering fresh inflation risks
• OPEC+ pivots to pump more oil—signaling demand may be collapsing
• Central banks are divided, reactive, and out of sync with geopolitical shocks
• Australian markets look calm—but are skating on global thin ice
• U.S. consumers are maxed out, with delinquencies hitting 13-year highs

This isn’t just market noise—it’s a structural shift. The old rules are breaking. It’s time to reframe your thinking.

🔗 Listen now and subscribe: https://www.giltinvestments.com/the-edge-week-to-5th-june-2025

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05/06/2025

Heading into retirement? Bonds might be your best friend.

In Episode 13 of Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income, we unpack why fixed-income investments—especially bonds—are essential for building a stable, sustainable retirement portfolio.

From protecting capital to generating reliable income, we explore the best types of bonds for retirees, which ones to avoid, and how to structure your allocation with confidence.

🎧 Tune in now to learn how to make bonds work for you in retirement.

👉 https://www.giltinvestments.com/unlocking-the-power-of-fixed-income-episode-13

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22/05/2025

Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income: Episode 12

In Episode 12 of Gilt Investments’ Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income, we delve into the practical aspects of bond investing, guiding Australian investors through the process of purchasing bonds via the ASX, over-the-counter (OTC) markets, and bond ETFs.

This episode provides insights into the mechanics of each method, highlighting their respective advantages and considerations. Whether you're seeking the transparency of ASX-listed bonds, the flexibility of OTC markets, or the diversification offered by bond ETFs, this guide aims to equip you with the knowledge to make informed decisions aligned with your investment objectives and risk tolerance.

By understanding the nuances of each approach, investors can better navigate the fixed-income landscape and harness the potential of bonds to enhance th

Read More: https://www.giltinvestments.com/unlocking-the-power-of-fixed-income-episode-12

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22/05/2025

🟡 The Weekly Edge – 22nd May 2025

Read All About It: In this episode of The Weekly Edge, Rich and Al unpack the growing fragility behind the world’s financial façade—where gold-standard credit is getting tarnished, and global debt is morphing into a structural time bomb.

Moody’s has finally downgraded the U.S. from AAA to AA1, joining S&P and Fitch—and they didn’t stop there. Big banks like JPMorgan and Wells Fargo also took a hit, amplifying borrowing costs across the board.

Australia still wears its AAA badge, but with $1.5 trillion in public debt and $400 billion owed offshore, the downgrade clock is ticking. Meanwhile, China continues to blur the scoreboard, suppressing economic data and clouding market visibility.

And with global debt exploding by $7.5 trillion in just three months, the real question isn’t if something breaks—it’s who goes first.

As Rich and Al remind us: ratings matter, debt compounds, and process—not prediction—is your only edge in a world gett

Listen: https://www.giltinvestments.com/the-edge-week-to-22nd-may-2025

07/05/2025

The Weekly Edge – 8th May 2025

Read All About It: In this episode of The Weekly Edge, Rich and Al tackle a market that’s wearing a calm mask while the cracks deepen underneath.

China is pulling the blinds on key economic data—hiding everything from youth unemployment to factory output—just as global confidence begins to slip. Meanwhile, the world’s debt pile has surged to $324 trillion, setting the stage for rollover risks and liquidity squeezes in both emerging and developed markets.

Mortgage borrowing is spiking in the UK, U.S. equities are wobbling, and Middle Eastern tensions are flaring. And back home in Australia, things still look steady—but the looming risk of a AAA downgrade and rising offshore debt costs suggest that calm may be fleeting.

As Rich and Al put it: when the data disappears and debt balloons, it’s not the headlines that matter—it’s how you position before the storm.

Listen to the Podcast: https://www.giltinvestments.com/the-edge-week-to-8th-may-2025

07/05/2025

In Episode 11 of Gilt Investments’ Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income, we explore the different ways Australian investors can access bonds—whether through the ASX, over-the-counter (OTC) markets, bond ETFs, or managed funds.

You’ll discover how each approach works, what the pros and cons are, and which option best aligns with your investment goals and risk appetite. From the simplicity of ASX-listed bonds to the customisation of OTC markets and the diversification of ETFs and funds, this episode equips you with practical knowledge to make confident fixed-income decisions.

Whether you're a hands-on investor or prefer expert management, this guide will help you choose the right bond strategy—and tap into the true power of fixed income.

Read the article: https://www.giltinvestments.com/unlocking-the-power-of-fixed-income-episode-1

01/05/2025

The Weekly Edge – Up to 1st May 2025

In this episode of The Weekly Edge, Rich and Al dive into a week where tariffs roared back, the U.S. dollar stumbled, and private credit finally blinked.

Trump’s trade war 2.0 has global markets on edge, with the greenback down 7% YTD and safe havens scrambling to pick up the slack. Meanwhile, over 40% of direct lending borrowers are now cashflow negative—casting serious doubt over the private credit boom.

Consumer confidence just posted its biggest drop since 1990, and Aussie markets—though outwardly steady—are bracing for potential shocks, with APRA flashing quiet warnings and credit rating concerns looming.

When cracks form beneath the calm, Rich and Al remind us: the time to prepare is before the gust hits.

Listen to the episode: https://www.giltinvestments.com/the-edge-week-to-1st-may-2025

30/04/2025

Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income: Episode 10

In Episode 10 of Gilt Investments’ Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income, we turn our attention to bond risk—demystifying the key threats every fixed-income investor must understand: interest rate risk, credit risk, and liquidity risk.

You’ll learn why bond prices fall when rates rise, how credit downgrades can impact yield and valuation, and why some bonds are harder to sell in turbulent markets. Using real-world examples and a clear risk framework, this episode arms you with essential tools to manage volatility and protect your portfolio.

Whether you're holding government bonds or high-yield corporates, this guide will help you navigate the hidden risks—and build resilience into your fixed-income strategy.

Read Episode 10: https://www.giltinvestments.com/unlocking-the-power-of-fixed-income-episode-10

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24/04/2025

Read All About It: In this Episode of The Weekly Edge, Rich and Al unpack a wild week where gold soared, bonds buckled, and trust took a holiday.

From China’s gray trade workarounds to Trump’s tariff theatrics and a bond market behaving more like Bitcoin, this week delivered geopolitical tension and monetary mayhem in equal measure.

Al breaks down why so-called safe havens are now showing cracks, while Rich explores how global turbulence is seeping into Aussie markets—where yields are steady, but credit spreads and labor data suggest all is not calm.

When gold glows and diversification wobbles, it’s time for strategy—not hope.

Liten to the podcast: https://www.giltinvestments.com/the-edge-week-to-24th-april-2025

24/04/2025

Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income: Episode 9
In Episode 9 of Gilt Investments’ Unlocking the Power of Fixed Income, we decode the yield curve — one of the bond market’s most powerful predictive tools. From the classic upward slope of economic growth to the ominous inversion that signals recession, this episode explains how the curve reflects market sentiment, central bank expectations, and investor psychology.

We break down the three key shapes—Normal, Flat, and Inverted—and explore what each says about inflation, interest rates, and risk. You'll learn how to interpret the curve's shifting signals and use it to guide bond allocation and strategy.

Whether you’re an income investor, portfolio strategist, or just trying to read the economic tea leaves, this episode gives you a sharper lens on the market’s forward view—and the tools to act on it.

Read more: https://www.giltinvestments.com/unlocking-the-power-of-fixed-income-episode-9

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