What Goes Up

Inflation & Valuation Vertigo

Financial markets have become obsessed with the possibility of faster-than-normal inflation this year as economies reopen from Covid lockdowns. But inflation is a nuanced concept, so what different types of price rises should we expect? And most importantly, what does it all mean for markets in 2021? Joining the "What Goes Up" podcast this week to discuss this and other timely market topics is Philip Lawlor, head of global investment research at FTSE Russell.Mentioned in this podcast:<a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-03-17/market-brawl-breaks-out-ahead-of-fed-with-tech-bitcoin-battered?sref=43iTS1l0">Market Brawl Breaks Out Ahead of Fed With Tech, Bitcoin Battered</a><a href="https://apnews.com/article/15th-century-bowl-found-at-yard-sale-sells-722k-4d10ed571aa5835f8086cc1be23a2979">15th century bowl found at yard sale sells for $722,000</a>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Hosts Mike Regan and Vildana Hajric are joined each week by expert guests to discuss the main themes influencing global markets. They explore everything from stocks to bonds to currencies and commodities, and how each asset class affects trading in the others. Whether you’re a financial professional or just a curious retirement saver, What Goes Up keeps you apprised of the latest buzz on Wall Street and what the wildest movements in markets will mean for your investments.