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Barclays Brief

by Barclays Investment Bank

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About the show

In a world of constant change, Barclays Brief is your weekly source for differentiated perspectives that cut through the noise. Each bite-sized episode delivers clear insights into the structural trends transforming sectors – from technology and healthcare to energy, industrials and beyond. Through sharp dialogue and scenario-based analysis, we help you navigate complexity, make meaningful connections and anticipate what’s next – whether you’re managing a portfolio or leading a business. Each week we dig deep into a key market theme, spanning equities, macro, credit and more, uncovering the forces shaping tomorrow to help you make smarter decisions today. Stay sharp. Stay briefed. Published by Barclays Investment Bank: https://www.ib.barclays/ Important content disclosures: https://www.ib.barclays/disclosures/important-content-disclosures.html Important non-Research content disclosures: https://www.ib.barclays/disclosures/important-nonresearch-content-disclosures.html

Latest episodes

French bonds: OAT of control

October 9, 2026 · 12 min

French government bonds, or OATs, are under growing pressure. While rising yields reflect a broader sell-off across European markets, concerns over France’s fiscal trajectory and political uncertainty are driving an additional risk…
Negative headlines, resilient markets

September 30, 2026 · 13 min

Markets have spent much of 2026 confronting higher bond yields, tighter central bank policy and elevated oil prices. By historical standards, that should have been enough to derail growth. Instead, markets and the global economy have…
Trump-Xi: Stability without resolution

September 29, 2026 · 13 min

The recent summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Xi Jinping brought greater stability to US-China relations, but little substantive resolution. Continued dialogue and an extension of the trade truce offer grounds for optimism, however…
Pacing the Frontier: What’s next for AI?

September 21, 2026 · 13 min

As AI models become increasingly capable, questions around safety and oversight are growing. Recent cybersecurity incidents have intensified the debate over whether frontier AI development needs to slow down, or "pace," while labs…
US Rates: Higher for longer

September 14, 2026 · 11 min

Markets began 2026 expecting interest rate cuts. Instead, investors have faced a sharp repricing in bond markets, with the US 10-year Treasury yield reaching 5% and growing debate around whether policy may need to remain restrictive for…
The Multi-Trillion-Dollar Energy Race

September 8, 2026 · 12 min

Markets are fixating on the billions being invested in AI. But a second massive investment story related to energy is emerging and investors need to pay attention. In this episode of Barclays Brief, host Patrick Coffey speaks with Harry…
European equities heat up

September 1, 2026 · 12 min

European equities have been one of the standout market stories of the year. Despite trade tensions, geopolitical uncertainty and persistent questions about growth, the region has delivered unexpectedly strong equity performance…
Nuclear fusion: Tomorrow's solution to today's problem

August 18, 2026 · 12 min

Nuclear fusion has long been viewed as a transformational energy breakthrough, capable of delivering abundant, zero-carbon at operation energy by recreating the same reaction that powers the sun. Recently, a series of scientific…