Following the softer than expected July jobs report, the money and bond markets have fully embraced the narrative that a Fed rate cut will be coming at the September FOMC meeting. In this episode, Kevin Flanagan gives his thoughts on the Treasury yield curves to watch and where they may be headed in the months ahead. 

Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent.

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Basis Points: Steeper Curves Ahead

What’s really happening inside the Fed? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan breaks down recent headlines around Chair Powell’s future, board reshuffling, and what it all could mean for upcoming policy decisions. With a rate cut in play, Kevin offers perspective on how the Fed operates, what could shape the next FOMC outcome, and why the data still leads the way.

Fed Watch: Independence & Filtering Out the Noise

How low can yields go and what comes next? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan unpacks the latest jobs report and what it signals for the Fed’s next move. With signs of labor market cooling, Kevin discusses the path ahead for Treasury yields and how a measured rate cut cycle could support a more stable, constructive environment for fixed income investors. 

Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. 

Treasury Yields: How Low Can We Go?

As was widely expected, the Fed implemented a 25-basis-point rate cut at today's FOMC meeting, bringing the new Fed Funds trading range down to 4%–4.25%. This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains why the Fed’s next steps may hinge on how job growth evolves and whether inflation keeps creeping above target.  

Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. 
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Fed Watch: Will It Be Déjà vu All Over Again?

From student testing to social structure, China’s education system influences far more than college admissions. In this episode of China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren sits down with co-authors Hongbin Li, Co-Director of the Stanford Center on China’s Economy and Institutions, and Ruixue Jia, Professor of Economics at the University of California to discuss The Highest Exam, their new book exploring how the Gaokao (college entry exam) system helps explain China’s growth model, inequality, and policy challenges. 

 
Learn more: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments/multimedia/china-of-tomorrow-podcasts  

 
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The System That Shapes China

Where should fixed income investors look now that the Fed has resumed rate cuts? In this episode of Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan explains why Treasury Floating Rate Notes continue to stand out as a compelling option in today’s shifting interest rate landscape. Listen now for perspective on positioning portfolios in a lower-rate environment and why flexibility matters more than ever. Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. Please see the WisdomTree Glossary for additional definitions of terms and/or indexes: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments/glossary

Treasury FRNs Remain a Cornerstone Bond Strategy

With the government shutdown now stretching into its second week, key data releases have been delayed and uncertainty is rising. In this week’s episode of Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan shares how investors should interpret the lack of new economic data, and why the current backdrop differs from shutdowns of the past. Listen now for perspective on rates, risks, and what could come next. 
 
Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent. 

ISM Services PMI: The ISM Services PMI (formerly the ISM Non-Manufacturing Index) provides a detailed look at the economy from a non-manufacturing standpoint.

Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI): An indicator of the economic health of the manufacturing sector. The PMI is based on five major indicators: new orders, inventory levels, production, supplier deliveries and the employmentenvironment. A reading above 50 indicates an expansion of the manufacturing sector compared to the previous month; below 50 represents a contraction while 50 indicates no change.




‘Flying Blind’ in the Shutdown?

In this episode of China of Tomorrow, Liqian Ren sits down with Anne Stevenson-Yang, co-founder of J Capital Research and author of Wild Ride: A Short History of the Opening and Closing of the Chinese Economy, to discuss the evolving state-business dynamic in China. From early reform-era optimism to today’s more centralized economic model, they cover the long arc of China’s development, how investment incentives have shifted, and what signs investors can watch for as the government attempts to balance control with global engagement.

Power, Policy, and the Private Sector

The FCA has just approved listed crypto ETFs for retail investors, opening the door to #Bitcoin and #Ethereum exposure through regular brokerage accounts — no wallets, no private keys, no hassle.

In this episode of Investing, Markets & Money, host Stuart Fieldhouse talks with Dovile Silenskyte from WisdomTree's Digital Assets team about what this decision means for UK investors, how #crypto ETPs actually work, and why this could be a game changer for mainstream adoption.

We cover:
✅ What makes crypto ETPs safer and simpler than direct crypto ownership
✅ How Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs are structured and backed
✅ The differences between physical and synthetic exposure
✅ Whether crypto ETPs could soon be held in ISAs and SIPPs
✅ Smart allocation tips — how much crypto might make sense in your portfolio

If you’ve been curious about adding crypto exposure without the wallet headaches, this episode is for you.

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00:00 Introduction to WisdomTree in crypto markets
01:54 Allowing access for retail investors
02:50 Managing your own wallets
03:37 What are crypto ETFs?
05:00 Do ETF managers use pure crypto exposure?
05:52 How crypto custody works
08:58 Ethereum yield from staking, and risks
11:15 Benefits for investors of the ETF model
12:00 Reduced liquidity risk
12:40 Including in ISAs and SIPPs
13:33 Coins becoming available
15:36 Leveraged crypto products
17:52 How much to own in your portfolio?
19:08 Actively managed crypto products and fees
22:09 Finding out more at wisdomtree.eu

Dovile Silenskyte: UK Investors Can Finally Buy Bitcoin & Ethereum ETPs!

Who’s next to lead the Fed? This week on Basis Points, Kevin Flanagan discusses the five candidates reportedly on the shortlist to succeed Chair Powell and what each pick could signal for monetary policy, rate changes and market confidence. Listen now to hear what may be on the horizon as the nomination process heats up.
Basis point: 1/100th of 1 percent.

Narrowing the Short List for Fed Chair

Macro commentary and expert-led discussions highlight what’s happening now in fixed income investing, so you can prepare for what’s next.

Investing involves risks including loss of principal. This material represents the opinions of the participants at a specific time and is not intended to forecast future events or guarantee future results and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Kevin Flanagan is a registered rep of Foreside Fund Services, LLC.

The Armchair Trader Editor, Stuart Fieldhouse calls on his wealth of experience within the financial markets and extensive network of connections to bring you this investing podcast.

Stuart invites guests on to the show each week to discuss important themes within the financial markets. His guests include CEO’s of listed companies from around the world, from micro cap stocks to large established businesses. He speaks with Fund Managers about stock picking and the markets in which they operate, and he chats with Market Analysts about a range of topics that offer a broader view of the markets as well as insight on topical themes and trends.

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Welcome to the China of Tomorrow podcast, hosted by WisdomTree's Director of Modern Alpha, Liqian Ren. Tune-in now to discover our on-the-ground insights and high level analysis on emerging markets from China to India and Beyond.

Investing involves risks including loss of principal. This material represents the opinions of the participants at a specific time and is not intended to forecast future events or guarantee future results and should not be relied upon as investment advice. Liquian Ren is a registered rep of Foreside Fund Services, LLC.

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