Josh Roberts

In this discussion, Josh Roberts, Capital Markets Correspondent for The Economist, dives into the unexpected surge in government bond yields amid interest rate cuts, exploring how it affects borrowers and the broader economy. Meanwhile, Henry Kerr, the Economics Editor, provocatively weighs in on the U.S. buying Greenland, considering its geopolitical implications and historical contexts. They also touch on the cultural significance of Singapore's hawker centres facing modern challenges, highlighting the intersection of tradition and economic pressures.

Avantika Chilkoti, Global business writer at The Economist, and Josh Roberts, Capital Markets correspondent, dive into the luxury industry's challenges as LVMH faces financial setbacks despite opening new flagship stores. They discuss the impact of shifting consumer behaviors and concerns over leadership succession within the brand. The episode also explores North Koreans' risky pursuit of South Korean dramas, revealing how this defiance threatens regime control, alongside the economic implications of U.S. tariffs and the weakening dollar.

Jon Fasman, senior culture reporter, recounts the life and career of literary agent Georges Borchardt. Piotr Zalewski, Turkey correspondent, analyzes Erdogan’s hold on power and possible successors. Josh Roberts, capital-markets correspondent, explains how investors might hedge risks from massive AI spending and a potential market bubble. Short, sharp conversations on culture, politics and finance.

Tom Sasse, South Asia bureau chief covering regional politics and security, unpacks the fast-rising Afghanistan-Pakistan clash, the TTP threat and whether the Iran war could cool tensions. Joshua Roberts, a markets correspondent, tracks how oil shocks can reignite inflation fears. Caitlin Talbot, a digital-culture reporter, explores why listening parties are reshaping album rollouts.

Anshel Pfeffer, Israeli journalist and author, tracks Israel’s widening fight with Iran and Hizbullah and the growing gap with America. Josh Roberts, markets correspondent, follows why battered junk stocks are suddenly in vogue as oil swings rattle markets. Ann Wroe, obituaries editor, celebrates Philippe Gaulier, the fearless clown teacher who turned cruelty into comic freedom.

Josh Roberts, Capital Markets correspondent at The Economist, and Sophie Petter, the Paris bureau chief, delve into Britain’s bold but underfunded new defense strategy amid rising security threats. They discuss waning investor confidence in government bonds as a safe haven. Additionally, there's a surprising surge in adult baptisms in France, influenced by the quest for community following the pandemic. This conversation touches on national security challenges and societal shifts in faith.

Tom Sasse, South Asia bureau chief with field expertise on Afghanistan and Pakistan; Joshua Roberts, capital markets correspondent explaining oil and inflation links; Caitlin Talbot, digital culture correspondent tracking listening-party trends. They discuss rising cross-border violence and its roots. They cover how oil shocks can push inflation and influence central-bank choices. They explore why listening parties now drive music launches.

Rachana Shanbhogue, business affairs editor explaining how Iran’s strikes on energy and shipping ripple through oil, gas, inflation and markets. Josh Roberts, capital markets correspondent unpacking Britain’s student-loan system and why repayment rules left graduates stuck. Hollie Berman, news editor describing New York’s unexpected line-dancing revival and its appeal to younger crowds.

Josh Roberts, a capital markets correspondent, discusses the surge in government bond yields, emphasizing the disparity between economic data and market expectations. He highlights the implications for borrowers amidst this financial uncertainty. Meanwhile, Henry Kerr, an economics editor, dives into the controversial idea of the U.S. purchasing Greenland and its geopolitical ramifications. They also touch on the challenges facing Singapore's beloved hawker centers, which are under threat despite being a cornerstone of the nation’s culinary culture.

Anne Wroe, obituaries editor, remembers clowning master Philippe Gaulier. Josh Roberts, capital markets correspondent, explains why low-quality, energy-linked stocks can beat blue chips after geopolitical shocks. Anshel Pfeffer, Israel correspondent, analyses tensions between US and Israeli aims, risks of divergence, and the trajectory of the Lebanon campaign.