The Deal Room: IPO Market 2025 & Investment Bank League Tables (Feat. eToro, CoreWeave, Revolut, Figma...)
From eToro’s blockbuster debut to the return of SPACs and the flood of micro IPOs from China, Anthony and Stephen break down what’s really happening in the 2025 IPO market.They also dive into the data behind Japan’s surprise IPO boom, why London continues to lag, and which investment banks are topping the ECM league tables, with one unexpected name climbing fast.Essential insight for anyone tracking deals, equity markets, and the big stories behind this year’s public listings.(00:00) Intro & Key Themes(02:47) IPO Market Overview: Year-to-Date Performance(05:14) Micro Listings: A New Trend in IPOs(13:01) Understanding SPACs and Their Role(17:41) Global IPO Activity: A Broader Perspective(20:21) Sector Analysis: What Companies Are Going Public?(24:01) eToro IPO & Notable Companies to Watch(33:44) UK IPO Landscape: Challenges and Opportunities(36:52) Investment Banks: League Tables and Revenue Breakdown Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Trading Floor: Why the S&P 500 Just Rallied 20% in 5 Weeks
From a blistering 20% S&P rebound to Trump’s tariff U-turn, Anthony and Piers unpack what’s behind one of the fastest stock market rallies in recent memory — and whether it can last.They also dive into the surprise inflation slowdown, what it means for Fed rate cuts, and why the looming US debt ceiling deadline could be the next big market risk. Plus, is “taco trade” the new “buy the dip”?Essential listening for anyone trying to make sense of fast-moving markets, policy shifts, and the psychology driving investor behavior.(00:00) Intro & Key Themes(03:05) What’s Driving the Market Rebound(09:03) US Inflation Trends & Fed Rate Cut Hopes(14:56) Trading Psychology: Fear, Risk & Strategy(16:00) The Debt Ceiling Explained - And Why It Matters(24:29) One Market Factor You Might Be Overlooking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Finding your Investment Edge with Portfolio Manager Mahgul Ansari
In this career insight episode, Anthony speaks with Mahgul Ansari, an Assistant Portfolio Manager at Premier Miton, about her unconventional path into investment management. Starting out studying modern languages at Oxford University and later qualifying as a chartered accountant, Gul shares how she pivoted into asset management, the challenges she faced along the way, and how she built an edge in the industry by combining linguistic, analytical, and accounting skills.Gul opens up about dealing with rejection, breaking into the industry without a finance degree, and why authenticity and personal branding matter more than ever.(00:00) Gul's Journey: From Languages to Finance(07:22) Navigating Career Challenges and Self-Discovery(16:56) Finding Your Edge in Investment Management(23:50) The Role of a Portfolio Manager(28:34) Personal Branding and Authenticity in Finance(37:46) Diversity and Inclusion in Asset Management(45:45) Exploring Non-Traditional Paths into Finance Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Deal Room: Inside the Biggest M&A Deals You Need to Know This Week (Shell, BP, Skechers, Sunoco)
From Shell eyeing BP in a historic mega-merger to 3G Capital’s surprise $9.4bn move on Skechers, Anthony and Stephen break down the M&A headlines driving markets this week. They also unpack Sunoco’s $9.1bn cross-border play for Canada’s Parkland and explain what a “fairness opinion” really means. Essential insight for anyone interested in deals, strategy, and what real money is doing in volatile times.(00:00) Intro & Topics on the Table(02:41) Mega M&A Deal: Shell and BP(24:20) Skechers Acquisition by 3G Capital(32:40) Sunoco's Acquisition of Parkland(36:00) Understanding Fairness Opinions in M&A Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Trading Floor: Why the Fed Won't Be Cutting Interest Rates Anytime Soon
The Fed kept rates on hold - no surprise there. But in this episode, Anthony and Piers dig into the real story: the subtle shifts in language, the rising risk of stagflation, and how Trump’s tariff war is clouding the economic outlook. They break down why traders hang on Powell’s every word, how markets react before policy changes, and what conflicting data says about where the US economy is headed. Whether you're trying to make sense of monetary policy or sharpen your market instincts, this is the episode that connects the dots, minus the jargon, with all the context.(00:00) Understanding the FOMC Announcement(02:47) Monetary Policy's Impact on Markets(05:52) Decoding Economic Data and Fed's Challenges(08:33) Powell Fires Back at Trump(11:32) Unpacking Changes in the Fed's Statement(16:14) Market Reactions and Future Expectations(18:48) Tariffs, Negotiations, and Market Sentiment(21:10) Interest Rate Futures and Market Predictions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Twice a week, we bring finance to life in a fun, engaging way for anyone interested in the world of finance—whether you're a professional, a student, or just curious to learn more. Hosted by Anthony Cheung, a LinkedIn Top Voice, every Monday The Deal Room dives into the latest M&A and private equity deals, uncovering the business strategies behind them. On Fridays, The Trading Floor explores market trends, from macro themes to single stocks and crypto. Our goal? To make finance interesting and accessible for everyone Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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