Leslie Falconio

Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy for the Americas, and Barry McAlinden, Senior Fixed Income Strategist for the Americas, discuss AI’s influence on credit markets. They compare tech issuance with bank supply. They examine investment-grade fundamentals, rising dispersion, February drivers of yields and sentiment, and CIO positioning favoring securitized over corporates.

Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy at UBS, and John Murtagh, Fixed Income Analyst, delve into the current state of fixed income markets on a crucial Fed Day. They discuss YTD performance, predicting further rate cuts and the implications of monetary policy on market behavior. John highlights tight funding conditions and SOFR spikes, while Leslie points out vulnerabilities for fixed income investors, including inflation threats and sentiment risks. Together, they provide insights into strategic shifts in allocations toward securitized products.

Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy Americas at UBS, shares insights on the fixed income landscape. He discusses expectations for Fed rate cuts and how they may influence market dynamics. Leslie highlights the strong performance of investment-grade securities and agency mortgage-backed securities, offering positioning strategies for the coming months. His views on the yield-curve steepener thesis and buy-the-dip guidance provide valuable context for investors navigating this sector.

Leslie Falconio and Letty Zemaitis from UBS provide deep insights into the fixed income market. They discuss the unexpected resilience of high-quality bonds amidst 2025’s volatility. The duo analyzes what factors have driven high yield outperformance, emphasizing strong fundamentals and a favorable issuance mix. Leslie also shares CIO's strategic recommendations, advocating for a focus on high-quality securitized products and a smart laddering approach for investors. Their expert perspectives offer valuable guidance for navigating today’s fixed income landscape.

Letty Zemaitis, Fixed Income Strategist focused on credit and AI disruption in credit markets. Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy, providing yield forecasts and positioning guidance. They discuss market moves from geopolitical shocks, a 10-year yield outlook and preferred duration, and how AI is beginning to influence credit stress in software and loan recovery risks.

Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy Americas at UBS, and Barry McAlinden, Senior Fixed Income Strategist at UBS, share their insights into the fixed income landscape. They discuss how recent payroll reports impact interest rate decisions and labor market trends. The duo highlights the appeal of fixed income amidst rising interest rates, emphasizing the importance of quality assets and strategic diversification for investors. Their analysis offers valuable strategies for navigating the complexities of the current market.

Join Alex Obaza, Portfolio Manager at T.Rowe Price, and Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy Americas at UBS, as they explore the evolving landscape for fixed income investors. They discuss the U.S. economy's resilience amid recession fears and the implications of anticipated Fed rate cuts. The pair highlight strategic opportunities in high-quality corporate bonds and agency mortgage-backed securities, advising a cautious yet proactive approach to navigating today's market challenges.

Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy Americas at UBS, and Scott DiMaggio, Head of Fixed Income at AllianceBernstein, dive deep into the evolving fixed income landscape. They discuss the impact of recent economic data on the U.S. economy and anticipate Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. The duo analyzes the complexities of employment data and its effects on market volatility. They also highlight investment opportunities in high yield and emerging markets, emphasizing the need for adaptive strategies in a shifting environment.

Leslie Falconio, Head of Taxable Fixed Income Strategy at UBS, discusses how investors should position themselves as growth and inflation trend lower, and the upcoming rate cutting cycle. Topics include data alignment with Fed guidance, impact of monetary policy adjustments on total return, and CIO recommendations for strategic fixed income positioning amid market volatility.

Leslie Falconio and John Murtagh of UBS CIO discuss fixed income performance drivers, rate volatility, Fed rate cut expectations, upcoming FOMC meeting, US monetary policy, and recommendations for fixed income investors in agency MBS, investment-grade corporates, tips, treasuries, and munis for incremental income and price appreciation.