InvestTalk with Travis Grant, Robert O. Abad & Eu Joe Chan

11 May 2022

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In this episode, Travis Grant is joined by Robert O. Abad (Western Asset Management) and Eu Joe Chan (BT Investment Team) to discuss inflation, central bank tightening cycle, the impact on markets and investment opportunities as an active fixed interest manager. Robert also takes a deep dive into what neutral rates may look like and what other key risks a bond manager needs to consider outside central banks.

Robert O. Abad, Product Specialist - Western Asset Management Company, LLC

Robert O. Abad is a Product Specialist in Western Asset’s Pasadena office, bringing 33 years of industry experience to the Product Group. He is a member of the Multi-Asset Credit Investment Team, the Global Multi-Sector Investment Team, and the Global Portfolio Team.

Eu Joe Chan – Portfolio Manager – Income & Alternatives, BT Investment Team

Eu Joe is the portfolio manager for Fixed Interest, Credit & Private Market sleeves of BT Investment portfolios. He is responsible for portfolio construction, manager research, and on-going monitoring of investment strategies.

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