Welcome to the Allspring Global Investments podcast where we explore what’s happening in the markets and discuss our outlook for the ever-changing investment landscape. Thought leaders provide their views on the latest global trends in sustainability, technology, emerging markets, and more. Join us as we take you down the road of investing elevated. This material is provided for informational purposes only and is for professional, institutional or qualified clients/investors. Not for retail use outside the U.S. THIS MATERIAL DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN OFFER OR SOLICITATION AND IN ANY CASE IS NOT INTENDED TO BE USED IN ANY JURISDICTION OR TO ANY PERSON WHERE IT WOULD BE UNAUTHORISED OR UNLAWFUL TO DO SO. Allspring Global Investments™ (Allspring) is the trade name for the asset management companies of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain private funds of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. Unless otherwise stated, Allspring is the source of all data (which is current or as of the date stated); past performance is not a guarantee or reliable indicator of future results; all investments contain risk; content is provided for informational purposes only with no representation regarding its adequacy, accuracy or completeness and should not be relied upon; views, opinions, assumptions or estimates are not necessarily that of Allspring and are subject to change without notice; and this communication does not contain investment advice, an investment recommendation or investment research, as defined under local regulation of the respective jurisdiction.
Fixed Income Generator: Municipals in 2024
Join George Bory, CFA, chief investment strategist of Fixed Income at Allspring, and Nicholos Venditti, CFA, head of Allspring’s Municipal Fixed Income team, as they share thoughts on the current market environment and what to expect in 2024.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-01042024-vuxmuah6
1/10/2024 • 16 minutes, 43 seconds
VIDEO: Fixed Income Generator: Municipals in 2024
Join George Bory, CFA, chief investment strategist of Fixed Income at Allspring, and Nicholos Venditti, CFA, head of Allspring’s Municipal Fixed Income team, as they share thoughts on the current market environment and what to expect in 2024.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-01042024-vuxmuah6
1/10/2024 • 15 minutes, 9 seconds
Opportunities and Risks in U.S. Securitized Markets
Mira Park, senior portfolio manager of the Investment Grade Income team at Allspring Global Investments, and Jarad Vasquez, senior portfolio manager and co-head of the Core Fixed Income team, talk about opportunities and risks in U.S. securitized markets and why fixed income is the top opportunity listed in Allspring’s recently published 2024 investment outlook.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-12182023-pfpkavq1
Allspring’s investment experts go head-to-head on whose 2023 midyear predictions were correct, whose weren’t, and what’s ahead for 2024. Frank Cooke, CFA, head of International Solutions for the Systematic Edge team; Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for the Global Fixed Income and Plus Fixed Income teams; and Ozo Jaculewicz, associate portfolio manager and senior portfolio specialist for the Discovery Growth Equity team, discuss their views. A more complete discussion can be found in Allspring’s 2024 Investment Outlook: https://www.allspringglobal.com/campaigns/2024-outlook/Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-11302023-0yoeshcy
Allspring’s investment experts go head-to-head on whose 2023 midyear predictions were correct, whose weren’t, and what’s ahead for 2024. Frank Cooke, CFA, head of International Solutions for the Systematic Edge team; Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for the Global Fixed Income and Plus Fixed Income teams; and Ozo Jaculewicz, associate portfolio manager and senior portfolio specialist for the Discovery Growth Equity team, discuss their views. A more complete discussion can be found in Allspring’s 2024 Investment Outlook: https://www.allspringglobal.com/campaigns/2024-outlook/Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-11302023-0yoeshcy
12/7/2023 • 19 minutes, 7 seconds
Future U.S. Government Shutdown? What It Does and Doesn't Mean to Investors
With the deadline looming for the U.S. government to pass a bill in order to avert a government shutdown, Jeff Weaver, head of Global Liquidity Solutions, and Henri Proutt, portfolio specialist for the Global Liquidity Solutions team, discuss what investors should and should not be concerned about, depending on the result. Jeff and Henri recorded this conversation on November 14, 2023.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-11152023-hwx7sqdt
11/15/2023 • 9 minutes, 17 seconds
2 Years of Allspring: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Headed
To celebrate Allspring’s second anniversary, Joe Sullivan, chief executive officer, and Kelly Vives, chief marketing officer, discuss where Allspring started, where it’s been, and where it’s headed in 2024 and beyond.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-10302023-f3xfcalj
11/1/2023 • 14 minutes, 45 seconds
Market Risks for the Rest of 2023 and Beyond
John Moninger, head of U.S. Distribution at Allspring, speaks with John Hockers, co-head of the Investment Analytics team, about the prominent global risks that are top of mind for him and his team and how these themes are being used for investment risk management across all of the Allspring investment teams.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-10232023-g0yywxms
10/25/2023 • 12 minutes, 59 seconds
Fixed Income Today: Consistent, Disciplined Approach Is Key
With the Fed (Federal Reserve) signaling that they're done raising rates for the time being, Noah Wise, senior portfolio manager for Allspring’s Plus Fixed Income team, and George Bory, chief investment strategist for Allspring Fixed Income, discuss their views on the current interest rates situation and how investors might want to consider positioning their fixed income portfolios in this type of environment.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-10092023-rvtd3wej
10/11/2023 • 12 minutes, 53 seconds
Megatrends: Tax Management
Manju Boraiah, head of Systematic Fixed Income and Custom Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs) at Allspring, explains to Sean Burke, head of the Remi Specialist Group, and our listeners why he thinks tax management is much more than just tax-loss harvesting.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-09222023-26lmxnmo
9/27/2023 • 9 minutes, 55 seconds
Beyond China: The Emerging Markets Opportunity
What do emerging markets look like without China? Derrick Irwin, portfolio manager with the Intrinsic Emerging Markets Equity team, and Joseph Dore, head of International Consultant Relations, discuss the emergence of EM (emerging markets) equity ex China. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-09182023-nynckckl
9/20/2023 • 15 minutes, 2 seconds
Riding the Curve: A Sprint or a Marathon?
Recorded on August 23, 2023, this conversation centers on the parallels between the world of running and how investors might consider positioning themselves across the yield curve today to run a successful race. Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for the Plus Fixed Income team with Allspring Global Investments, and Abby Becker, consultant relations associate manager, share their thoughts.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-08292023-txums6n3
9/13/2023 • 8 minutes, 1 second
Riding the Curve: A Sprint or a Marathon?
Recorded on August 23, 2023, this conversation centers on the parallels between the world of running and how investors might consider positioning themselves across the yield curve today to run a successful race. Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for the Plus Fixed Income team with Allspring Global Investments, and Abby Becker, consultant relations associate manager, share their thoughts.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-08292023-txums6n3
9/13/2023 • 9 minutes, 26 seconds
U.S. Jobs Report: Stronger Than the Investment Outlook
Aligning with the U.S. Labor Day holiday, Matthias Scheiber, head of Allspring’s Systematic Edge Multi-Asset team, and Travis Keshemberg, senior portfolio manager on the Systematic Edge Multi-Asset team, review the U.S. employment situation and discuss the potential opportunities and challenges in the next 6 to 12 months.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-08292023-txums6n3
8/30/2023 • 9 minutes, 47 seconds
Recession Risks Are Rising—Are You Prepared?
In this podcast, Jamie Newton, head of Global Fixed Income Research and deputy head of Sustainability at Allspring, and Rick Hartley, senior vice president and client advisor on the Insurance Solutions team, discuss reasons the U.S. economy has remained resilient to date, the signs pointing to a possible recession on the horizon, and strategies investors can use to prepare for it.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-08162023-nbcxm44w
8/17/2023 • 9 minutes, 13 seconds
Make the Most of Your Offseason
The summer can be a slower time for financial advisors and their business. Dr. Rick Jensen, world-renowned performance coach, sports psychologist, and author, and Scott Engroff, sales manager and senior vice president for Intermediary Sales at Allspring Global Investments, discuss how advisors can use that downtime in the offseason to take their game to the next level.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-08072023-g3z2ezsh
8/9/2023 • 15 minutes, 53 seconds
Opportunities in Structured Products
Jin Im, associate portfolio manager for the Investment Grade Fixed Income team at Allspring Global Investments, and Rob Absey, head of Insurance Solutions, discuss structured products, often referred to as securitized assets or securitized products, and the value and importance these assets can have in overall investment portfolios. Topics of conversation are ABS (asset-backed securities), CMBS (commercial mortgage-backed securities), CLOs (collateralized loan obligations), and CDOs (collateralized debt obligations).Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-08022023-liwrpwz9
8/3/2023 • 13 minutes, 7 seconds
LDI = Let’s Do It (Now Is the Time to Make Improvements to Your LDI Portfolio)
Corporate pension plan investment strategies are always evolving. Market conditions and funded ratios have changed a lot in the last couple of years. With this as a backdrop, Andy Hunt, senior investment strategist, and Katie Wadley, institutional client director at Allspring Global Investments, discuss why now is the time for investors to consider making improvements to their LDI (liability-driven investing) portfolios.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-07202023-rgor5heo
7/26/2023 • 12 minutes, 1 second
2023 Midyear Perspectives: In the Hot Seat
Join John Moninger, head of U.S. Distribution; Ann Miletti, head of Active Equity and chief diversity officer; and Henrietta Pacquement, head of Global Fixed Income and Sustainability, as they tackle the tough questions for the second half of 2023. Learn more in our Midyear Outlook: https://allsprg.co/3JjJ0kMAllspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-06022023-ah4ohv4q
7/19/2023 • 25 minutes, 10 seconds
Climate Transition in Fixed Income: Choosing an Index
Martijn de Vree, head of Fixed Income Solutions, and Catherine McLaughlin, head of Institutional Sales for the U.K. and Ireland, discuss why investors should consider climate transition strategies for fixed income portfolios, not just on the equity side of the house, and reasons why existing strategies use a variety of indexes as a benchmark for climate offerings.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-07132023-zgjh4v4o
7/13/2023 • 13 minutes, 34 seconds
Independence Day 2023: A Look Across U.S. Municipalities
Discussing the upcoming Fourth of July holiday and looking across a few municipalities and specific reasons for investors to celebrate muni investing in the U.S. are Dennis Derby, portfolio manager and senior research analyst for the Municipal Fixed Income team, and Christine Collins, investment strategy consultant, with Allspring Global Investments.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-06232023-uqjwwvyi
6/28/2023 • 9 minutes, 22 seconds
2023 Midyear Outlook: Allview Face-Off Roundtable
Discussing their predictions for markets and beyond for the second half of 2023 are Frank Cooke, head of International Solutions for the Systematic Edge team; Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for the Plus Fixed Income team; and Ozo Jaculewicz, senior portfolio specialist for the Discovery Growth Equity team. A more complete discussion can be found in Allspring’s 2023 Midyear Outlook: https://allsprg.co/3JjJ0kMAllspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-06222023-xavbx3nk
6/22/2023 • 18 minutes, 50 seconds
2023 Sustainable Investing Midyear Outlook: Agri-Food for Thought
Tom Lyons, head of Climate for Allspring, and Chris McKnett, head of Sustainable Strategy, Stewardship, and Implementation for Allspring’s Sustainability team, discuss the impacts of a changing climate and how they’re becoming increasingly evident worldwide on different industries, especially how the world produces and consumes food. A more complete discussion can be found in Allspring’s 2023 Midyear Outlook: https://allsprg.co/3JjJ0kMAllspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-06202023-gpjkzcmi
6/20/2023 • 10 minutes, 59 seconds
2023 Equity Midyear Outlook: Potential in Emerging Markets
Derrick Irwin, portfolio manager for Allspring's Intrinsic Emerging Markets Equity team, and Ann Miletti, head of Active Equity and chief diversity officer, discuss emerging markets and why they might be one of the best areas to invest in this year. A more complete discussion can be found in Allspring’s 2023 Midyear Outlook: https://allsprg.co/3JjJ0kMAllspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-06132023-yhwfvf9h
6/15/2023 • 11 minutes, 35 seconds
2023 Fixed Income Midyear Outlook: Riding the Curve
Martijn de Vree, head of Fixed Income Solutions, and George Bory, chief investment strategist for Fixed Income at Allspring, discuss strategies that global fixed income investors can pursue in today’s markets. A more complete discussion can be found in Allspring’s 2023 Midyear Outlook: https://allsprg.co/3JjJ0kMAllspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-06122023-anynvyou
6/13/2023 • 8 minutes, 55 seconds
Megatrends: Personalized Investing
Manju Boraiah, head of Systematic Fixed Income and Custom SMA (Separately Managed Account), and Sean Burke, head of the Remi Specialist Group at Allspring, discuss the megatrend of personalized investing; how it blends technology, investment acumen, and human expertise; and what it means to financial advisors and clients.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-05252023-acgily5u
6/7/2023 • 8 minutes, 5 seconds
Allspring Celebrates Pride Month
June is Pride Month at Allspring—a time for celebrating our LGBTQ+ employees and their allies. Maulik Bhansali, senior portfolio manager and co-head of the Core Fixed Income team, and Marilyn Johnson, senior investment content manager on Allspring’s Content Marketing team and co-lead of the firm’s LGBTQ+ Connectivity Group, discuss Maulik’s insights on intersectionality in his life and coming out professionally.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-05302023-btgoezgn
6/1/2023 • 6 minutes, 55 seconds
Building Portfolio Resiliency with Compounding Income
Join Kevin Johnson, CFA, head of Platform Distribution, and Christopher Lee, CFA, senior portfolio manager on the Plus Fixed Income team, as they discuss the current market environment and how adding short duration income to a portfolio may help investors find consistency through inconsistent markets.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-05222023-qthwmrrg
5/24/2023 • 9 minutes, 49 seconds
Canaries in the Liquidity Coal Mine
This episode is a follow-up discussion to a previous podcast from December 2022, titled Tickling the Dragon’s Tail. Trevor Lavin, head of Allspring’s Institutional Client Group Regional, and Kevin Kneafsey, Ph.D., senior investment strategist with the Systematic Edge Multi-Asset team, refresh the audience about their recent research, illustrate how some recent real-life events are closely aligned with what they predicted could occur in their research, and provide investors with some actionable ideas as a result of these circumstances.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-05172023-j0eedces
5/18/2023 • 10 minutes, 38 seconds
Possible Pause After Latest Hike?
Jeff Weaver, head of Global Liquidity Solutions, and Henri Proutt, portfolio specialist for the Global Liquidity Solutions team, discuss the May 3, 2023, interest rate hike by the FOMC, or Federal Open Market Committee.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-05042023-80xy9ayq
5/4/2023 • 5 minutes, 13 seconds
The Cost of Waiting for Goldilocks
Janet Rilling, CFA, head of Plus Fixed Income, and Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for Plus Fixed Income, discuss the costs investors can face as they wait for a “Goldilocks moment” to add duration to their fixed income portfolios following a period of monetary policy tightening by the U.S. Federal Reserve.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-05012023-ui3lry5p
5/3/2023 • 10 minutes, 25 seconds
Searching for Retirement Income Solutions
In this special episode, Ron Cohen, head of DCIO (Defined Contribution Investment Only), speaks with Jamie Greenleaf, senior vice president for OneDigital’s Retirement + Wealth. Their conversation centers around one main question: Where are the retirement income solutions in defined contribution plans today and going forward?Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-04242023-ofcfhyv1
4/26/2023 • 12 minutes, 33 seconds
Riding the Curve: Isolating Income
George Bory, chief fixed income strategist, and Henri Proutt, portfolio specialist for the Global Liquidity Solutions team at Allspring, discuss the topics of riding the curve and isolating income across the fixed income landscape.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-04122023-km6bg2o6
4/13/2023 • 13 minutes, 45 seconds
Can Periods of Turmoil Yield Long-Term Opportunities?
The banking sector, current markets, and long-term opportunities in growth stocks are topics of discussion between Tom Ognar, senior portfolio manager and managing director of the Dynamic Growth Equity team, and Jon Lagerstedt, director of Internal Sales at Allspring. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-04052023-aiwyp4zm
4/6/2023 • 9 minutes, 27 seconds
Megatrends: The Great Wealth Transfer and the Ecosystem It Creates
This episode features a conversation between Manju Boraiah, head of Systematic Fixed Income and Custom SMA (separately managed accounts) at Allspring, and Sean Burke, head of the Remi Specialist Group, on the topic of megatrends and, specifically, the megatrend of the massive generational wealth transfer over the next two decades.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-03232023-jvoanf0s
3/29/2023 • 9 minutes, 42 seconds
Managing Investment Risk During a Banking Crisis
In response to the tumultuous month for the banking sector, Randy Mangelsen and John Hockers, co-heads of Investment Analytics at Allspring, discuss the recent bank failings and the risk analysis tools they use to navigate the situation.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-03202023-albqwhbt
3/21/2023 • 10 minutes, 4 seconds
International Women’s Day: Elevate to Be More
Sallie Squire, chief operating officer of Allspring, is interviewed by Christine Collins and Tyndale Brickey, co-leads for the Women's Allspring Connectivity Group on International Women’s Day. As an executive leader, Sallie talks with Christine and Tyndale about who and what propelled her career, as well as the importance of mentors, overcoming challenges, and influencing the next generation of women leaders.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-03032023-b1euqn6l
3/8/2023 • 12 minutes, 47 seconds
Today’s Trends in the High Yield Municipal Market
Terry Goode, senior portfolio manager for the Allspring Municipal Fixed Income team, speaks with David Farace, portfolio specialist for the team, about Allspring's view on today's themes in the high yield municipal market and how to navigate the risks and opportunities in this space.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-03012023-7d1xfm2a
3/2/2023 • 10 minutes, 54 seconds
Sector Surprises: Managing Risk During Instability
James Gudger, CFA, CAIA, product specialist for the Systematic Edge team at Allspring, is joined by Harin de Silva, co-head of Systematic Research, as he discusses his observations of the markets year to date and the importance of sectors in the pursuit of building a defensive portfolio. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-02212023-b79rf7oi
2/22/2023 • 11 minutes, 7 seconds
Coiled Springs: A Purposefully Divergent Outlook for Growth Stocks
High inflation and interest rates brought significant pain to growth equites in 2022. Looking forward, attractive valuations and resilient earnings fundamentals are presenting an attractive opportunity to patient investors. Jen Blaha, director of Portfolio Construction and Analytics at Allspring, discusses this with Mike Smith, senior portfolio manager, and Ozo Jaculewicz, senior portfolio specialist, with the Discovery Growth Equity team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-02102023-btplnzil
2/15/2023 • 12 minutes, 27 seconds
U.K. Pension Storm, Part 2: Where We Are Today
As a follow-up to our October 2022 episode, Henrietta Pacquement, head of Global Fixed Income, and Martijn de Vree, head of Fixed Income Solutions, provide an update on the U.K. pension storm, covering how effects on thedr markets are playing out and where we stand today. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. ALL-02082023-wrbb9nr3
2/8/2023 • 11 minutes, 48 seconds
CIO Insights: Reflecting Back and Planning Ahead
In this special edition of the podcast, we are sharing the conversation from Allspring’s Purposefully Divergent CIO insights video, recorded on December 14, 2022 and featuring Sue Herera, award-winning journalist and "anchor at large" with CNBC, and Allspring's own co-chief investment officers, Jon Baranko and Dan Morris, as they discuss what is on the horizon for 2023. To get more Purposefully Divergent insights from Allspring, visit https://allsprg.co/divergent Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0123-00011
2/1/2023 • 31 minutes, 15 seconds
2023 Sustainability Outlook: The Future Is Now
In the fourth episode of Allspring’s 2023 outlook series, the topic of conversation is how our climate is increasingly influencing societies and markets and the potential implications of that. Tom Lyons, head of Climate Investment Research, and Nashat Moin, senior ESG (environmental, social, and governance) analyst on the Global Fixed Income Research team discuss this with Jamie Newton, head of Global Fixed Income Research for Allspring. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0123-00039
1/19/2023 • 11 minutes, 48 seconds
2023 Fixed Income Outlook: There Is an Alternative
In the second episode of Allspring’s 2023 outlook series, George Bory, chief fixed income strategist, and Katie D'Angelo, global head of Relationship Management at Allspring, discuss the opportunities across the global fixed income landscape. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan.
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1/11/2023 • 9 minutes, 59 seconds
2023 Equity Outlook: Market Risks and Opportunities
In the first episode of Allspring’s 2023 outlook series, Ann Miletti, chief diversity officer and head of Active Equity, and Bryant VanCronkhite, managing director, senior portfolio manager, and co-team leader of Allspring's Special Global Equity team at Allspring Global Investments, recap a volatile 2022 for equity markets, share their outlook for the new year, and discuss why they believe Allspring's investment teams are well positioned for 2023.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0123-00001
1/4/2023 • 10 minutes, 16 seconds
Part 2: A Retirement Conversation With Philip Chao
In part 2 of a 2-part series, Sean Fullerton, senior DC (defined contribution) investment strategist at Allspring Global Investments, and Philip Chao, founder and chief investment officer at Experiential Wealth, take a deep dive into the topic of Social Security and its history, its challenges, and its opportunities.Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1222-00297
12/21/2022 • 12 minutes, 38 seconds
Part 1: A Retirement Conversation With Philip Chao
In part 1 of a 2-part series, Sean Fullerton, senior defined contribution investment strategist at Allspring Global Investments, speaks with Philip Chao, founder and chief investment officer at Experiential Wealth, about what success looks like for defined contribution, or DC, plans and if “success” is even the word we should be using to think about it. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind —including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1222-00296
12/21/2022 • 12 minutes, 54 seconds
Tickling the Dragon’s Tail
The systemic impact of increased illiquid asset holdings in times of market stress is a sleeping dragon that, once awoken, could create havoc on liquid and illiquid portfolios. Trevor Lavin, head of Allspring's Institutional Client Group in the Western region, discusses this with Kevin Kneafsey, senior investment strategist with the Multi-Asset Solutions team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1222-00254
12/15/2022 • 9 minutes, 59 seconds
Why Now: Opportunities in Municipal Markets Today
Sean Burke, head of the Remi Specialist team at Allspring, speaks with Nick Venditti, senior portfolio manager and head of the Municipal Fixed Income team, and Kim Nakahara, senior research analyst and portfolio manager for the Municipal Fixed Income team, about why now is a great time for investors to consider municipals. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1022-00726
12/1/2022 • 10 minutes, 51 seconds
Impacts of Using a Six-Month Outlook
Today's global fixed income markets are highly volatile, and using a six-month outlook is one way that the Plus Fixed Income team at Allspring Global Investments navigates these changing environments. Janet Rilling, senior portfolio manager and head of the Plus Fixed Income team, shares her thoughts with Danny Sarnowski, portfolio specialist for the Plus Fixed Income team, on how the team uses this outlook and where they see things moving going forward. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1122-00501
11/16/2022 • 9 minutes, 17 seconds
Honoring Veterans Day With Allspring Vets
In recognition of Veterans Day on November 11, Loryl Ludgate, senior key account manager and co-lead of the Allspring Veterans Connectivity Group, speaks with Mike Rodgers, portfolio manager on our Investment Grade Fixed Income team, and Jon Lagerstedt, director of internal sales, about their experience as veterans and how they transitioned from the military to the financial services industry. Podcast length – 13:14, Disclosure length – 1:52 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1022-01538
11/9/2022 • 15 minutes, 6 seconds
Happy Anniversary, Allspring!
Allspring Global Investments is excited to be celebrating its one-year anniversary. In this episode, Joe Sullivan, chief executive officer and chair of Allspring’s Board of Directors, and Kelly Vives, chief marketing and communications officer, look back at the first year of the firm and look forward to its promising future. Podcast length – 14:10, Disclosure length – 1:52 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1022-01429
11/1/2022 • 16 minutes, 2 seconds
U.K. Pension Storm: What It Means and What to Do Next
There has been a storm in the U.K. government bonds (gilts) market dramatically affecting pension funds and their liability-driven investment (LDI) strategies. This has precipitated a lot of press coverage and many of our U.S. pension clients are asking questions. Andy Hunt, head of Fixed Income Solutions, along with members of the Allspring Pension Solutions team, discuss what happened and why, what it means for the U.S., and what to do next. Podcast length – 12:15, Disclosure length – 2:03 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1022-00699
10/14/2022 • 14 minutes, 18 seconds
Assessing U.S. Investment Grade Debt
Scott Smith, head of the Investment Grade Income team at Allspring Global Investments, speaks with George Bory, chief investment strategist for Fixed Income, about inflation, rates, credit spreads, and the economic outlook from the Investment Grade Income team’s perspective. Podcast length – 6:46, Disclosure length – 2:49 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1022-00332
10/12/2022 • 9 minutes, 35 seconds
Hedging Strategies: The Best Offense Is a Good Defense
Harin de Silva, co-head of Systematic Research at Allspring Global Investments, and James Gudger, product specialist for the Systematic Edge team, discuss the challenging environment investors find themselves in and how hedging strategies can help investors protect capital and navigate these times. Podcast length – 7:43, Disclosure length – 2:16 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1022-00025
10/5/2022 • 9 minutes, 59 seconds
Looking for Opportunities in Supply Chain Chaos
Today's discussion is around ongoing supply chain risks and how members of Allspring’s growth equity teams are turning chaos into opportunity for their investors. Susan Raynes, executive vice president and head of the Institutional Client Group and Global Consultant Relations, speaks with Chris Warner, CFA, portfolio manager on the Discovery Growth Equity team, and David Nazaret, CFA, portfolio manager on the Dynamic Growth Equity team. Podcast length – 10:42, Disclosure length – 2:17 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0922-00382
9/21/2022 • 12 minutes, 59 seconds
Tech-First Transformation
This conversation centers on how as we continue to transition to a digital economy, every business needs to also transform to become a technology business. Peter Williams and Nick Birk from Allspring's Technology team and Discovery Growth Equity team, respectively, discuss this with Alison McGlincy, global head of talent acquisition for Allspring Global Investments. Podcast length – 14:57, Disclosure length – 1:50 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0922-00329
9/14/2022 • 16 minutes, 47 seconds
The Impact of Staying in Plan for Retirement Savers
Keeping assets of retired participants in plan is the topic of discussion between Ron Cohen, head of Defined Contribution Investment Only Distribution, and Nate Miles, head of Retirement, at Allspring Global Investments. Podcast length – 12:44, Disclosure length – 1:50 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0922-00225
9/7/2022 • 14 minutes, 34 seconds
Exploring Trends in Defined Contribution
Nate Miles, head of Retirement here at Allspring Global Investments, speaks with Ron Cohen, head of Defined Contribution Investment Only Distribution, on the maturing of the DC (defined contribution) marketplace and key trends that he’s seeing in the space. Podcast length – 13:11, Disclosure length – 1:50 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0822-00981
8/31/2022 • 15 minutes, 1 second
Stewardship + Engagement = Commitment
Kelly Vives, Allspring’s Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, discusses Allspring’s robust stewardship platform and engagement efforts with Jamie Newton, head of Global Fixed Income Research for Allspring. ESG (environmental, social, and governance) and climate transition are also topics of conversation. Podcast length – 15:04, Disclosure length – 2:08 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0822-00977
8/24/2022 • 17 minutes, 12 seconds
A Deep Dive into Allspring’s Market Risk Monitor
Today’s topic of discussion is Allspring's Market Risk Monitor, a report that the firm uses to capture, distill, and disseminate headline risks across the Allview investment platform. Ann Miletti, head of Active Equity, and John Hockers, co-head of Investment Analytics, go over the genesis of the report and the top ten risks Allspring currently sees in the market. Podcast length – 15:32, Disclosure length – 1:44 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0822-00034
8/3/2022 • 17 minutes, 16 seconds
Going Global in Fixed Income
This episode focuses on why fixed income investors should consider the global implications of surging inflation, decelerating growth, and realignment of the global and geopolitical landscape. George Bory, chief investment strategist for Allspring's Fixed Income group is joined by Henrietta Pacquement, head of Allspring’s Global Fixed Income team, to discuss her economic outlook for Europe and strategies to extract value in fixed income portfolios. Podcast length – 14:50, Disclosure length – 1:36 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0722-00741
7/27/2022 • 16 minutes, 26 seconds
Filtering Through Macro Noise
Bryant VanCronkhite, managing director and senior portfolio manager for the Allspring Special Global Equity team, speaks with Christine Collins, investment strategies consultant, about the impact of the many macro events currently shaping our world and how his team is able to filter through the noise and maintain discipline in the face of such uncertainty. Podcast length – 11:13, Disclosure length – 1:53 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0722-00046
7/7/2022 • 13 minutes, 6 seconds
Risk Matters: Managing Rapid Change
In our Midyear Insights episode, Dan Morris, CIO of Systematic Investments, and Jon Baranko, CIO of Global Fundamental Investments, discuss volatility in the capital markets year-to-date and some of the strategies that investors can pursue to potentially grow and protect their assets in this difficult market environment. Podcast length – 8:15, Disclosure length – 1:35 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0622-00199
6/22/2022 • 9 minutes, 50 seconds
Building a Foundation for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Ann Miletti, head of Active Equity and chief diversity officer for Allspring, and Sonya Rorie, deputy chief diversity officer, share their ideas and plans for Allspring's newly formed Office of Diversity and reflect on the upcoming Juneteenth holiday. Podcast length – 14:59, Disclosure length – 1:27 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0622-00185
6/15/2022 • 16 minutes, 26 seconds
Opportunities and Challenges in Climate Transition Investing
Tom Lyons, senior investment analyst and head of Allspring’s Climate Investment Research team, and Andy Hunt, head of Fixed Income Solutions, discuss climate change and how to navigate the current challenges and opportunities in climate transition investing, especially for fixed income investors. Podcast length – 19:04, Disclosure length – 1:42 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0622-00006
6/2/2022 • 20 minutes, 46 seconds
Managing Concentration in Growth Stocks
Bob Gruendyke, senior portfolio manager for Allspring’s Dynamic Growth Equity team, analyzes the current market environment for growth stocks and the impact of extremely high concentration in just a handful of mega-cap growth stocks. Podcast length – 8:01, Disclosure length – 1:52 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0522-00714
5/18/2022 • 9 minutes, 53 seconds
A Journey Through the Municipal Space
David Farace, portfolio specialist, and Nick Venditti, senior portfolio manager and head of the Municipal Fixed Income team at Allspring Global Investments, discuss the current state of the municipal market, how we got here, and what opportunities are out there. Podcast length – 10:43, Disclosure length – 1:31. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0522-00494
5/11/2022 • 12 minutes, 14 seconds
Parallels Between Product Innovation and Firefighting
This conversation with Katie D’Angelo, head of Wealth and Investment Management Partnership for Allspring, and John Kenney centers on John’s position as head of Strategic Initiatives for the firm, his second job as a firefighter, and how the two roles relate to each other. Podcast length – 13:06, Disclosure length – 1:27 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0422-00654
4/27/2022 • 14 minutes, 33 seconds
Navigating Macro and Geopolitical Risks for Tomorrow
John Hockers, co-head of Allspring’s Investment Analytics team, and Jamie Newton, head of Allspring’s Global Fixed Income Research team, join us to provide insights on current risks, potential for more volatility, and how to turn these into opportunity for portfolios. Podcast length – 16:14, Disclosure length – 1:31 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0422-00510
4/20/2022 • 17 minutes, 45 seconds
Analyzing Volatility Across Geopolitical, Market, and Economic Factors
Harindra de Silva, Portfolio Manager and Co-Head of Systematic Research, discusses the impact of volatility on the markets and what the risks and opportunities are in this current environment. Podcast length – 7:56, Disclosure length – 2:41 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0422-00459
4/14/2022 • 10 minutes, 37 seconds
Foundational Fixed Income: The Impact of Market Events on Retirement Investing
This podcast features a retirement-focused discussion on core plus fixed income, its foundational role within portfolios, and timely events impacting long-term prospects for the asset class. Janet Rilling, senior portfolio manager and head of Allspring Plus Fixed Income, speaks with Cara Magliocco, defined contribution investment only specialist, and provides her insights on this topic. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0422-00058
4/6/2022 • 15 minutes, 18 seconds
The Implications of The Russia-Ukraine War Across Asset Classes
This episode’s roundtable discussion features a deep dive into the Russia-Ukraine War from a fixed income, equity, and multi-asset perspective. George Bory, managing director for Fixed Income Strategy and Product Specialists for Allspring Global Investments, speaks with Ann Miletti, head of Active Equities, and Matthias Scheiber, global head of Portfolio Management for the Multi-Asset Solutions team. Podcast length – 19:46, Disclosure length – 1:38 Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0322-00651
3/30/2022 • 21 minutes, 24 seconds
Income Generation and the Russia-Ukraine War Through a Sustainability Lens
Himani Phadke, senior sustainable investing strategist; Kandarp Acharya, senior portfolio manager; and Sophie Careford, senior solutions analyst, discuss how Allspring is tackling the challenge of delivering dividend income while aiming to reduce climate risk and the risks of the Russia-Ukraine war. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0322-00384
3/23/2022 • 14 minutes, 28 seconds
Inflation and the Russia-Ukraine War Effects on Portfolio Construction
Bryant VanCronkhite, managing director and senior portfolio manager for the Allspring Special Global Equity team, speaks with Christine Collins, investment strategies consultant, on how his team approaches portfolio construction as it relates to the Russian-Ukraine War, inflation, and other global factors. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0322-00305
3/16/2022 • 11 minutes, 42 seconds
Remi: Built With Innovation and Inclusion
Embracing innovation across technology, products, thinking, and inclusion are at the core of today’s conversation around Remi, Allspring’s custom SMA (separately managed accounts) platform. Kate Ullucci, senior relationship manager, speaks with Katie D’Angelo, head of Wealth & Investment Management Partnerships, and Melissa Cross, head of Managed Account Products, about this topic and their experiences with women leading innovation in this area. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0322-00218
3/9/2022 • 14 minutes, 18 seconds
Yield and Income: Global and Liquidity Considerations
As a follow-up to our January 26, 2022 episode, George Bory, head of Fixed Income Strategy at Allspring Global Investments, discusses credit, duration, and more with Henrietta Pacquement, head of the Global Fixed Income team, and Jeff Weaver, head of the Global Liquidity Solutions team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0222-00763
2/23/2022 • 16 minutes, 38 seconds
Inflation: The Impact on Small-Cap Stocks
This episode focuses on the behavior of small-cap stocks in an inflationary period. Garth Nisbet, senior portfolio manager for the Stageline Value Equity team, and Tom Ognar, managing director and senior portfolio manager for the Heritage Growth Equity team, discuss their teams’ approaches to this environment and the areas where they are seeing opportunities. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0222-00608
2/16/2022 • 13 minutes, 39 seconds
Investment Analytics: The Importance of Risk Management to Allview
In this podcast, John Hockers and Randy Mangelsen, co-heads of Investment Analytics at Allspring, and Martha Delgado, sales director for International Business Development, discuss the work conducted by the Investment Analytics team and why risk management is so important within Allspring’s Allview approach. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0222-00442
2/9/2022 • 10 minutes, 38 seconds
Allview: Unique viewpoints delivered together as one
Kelly Vives, chief marketing officer of Allspring Global Investments, discusses current market developments and the firm’s Allview investment approach with Jon Baranko, chief investment officer of Fundamental Investments, and Dan Morris, chief investment officer of Systematic Investments. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0122-00855
1/31/2022 • 10 minutes, 15 seconds
Yield and Income: Navigating Fixed-Income Portfolios in 2022
Positioning fixed-income portfolios in a world of social upheaval due to COVID, surging inflation, shifting monetary policy, and stubbornly low yields is at the core of today’s conversation. George Bory, head of Fixed Income Strategy, discusses these topics with Janet Rilling, head of Allspring’s Multi-Sector Plus and High Yield Fixed Income team, and Maulik Bhansali, co-head of the Montgomery Fixed Income team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0122-00835
1/26/2022 • 18 minutes, 58 seconds
Growth and China: Unpacking misconceptions and opportunities
In a discussion with Ann Miletti, head of Active Equity at Allspring Global Investments, unique and uncorrelated insights are provided about growth and China in 2022 by Elaine Tse, portfolio manager for the SF Global Emerging Markets Equity team, and Mike Smith, managing director and senior portfolio manager for the Fundamental Growth Equity team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0122-00672
1/19/2022 • 16 minutes, 50 seconds
Inflation: The balancing act
The hot topic of inflation is at the center of a discussion between Kevin Kneafsey, investment strategist on Allspring’s Multi-Asset Solutions team, and three panelists from the firm: Ann Miletti, head of Active Equity; George Bory, managing director, Fixed Income Strategy and Product Specialists; and Matthias Scheiber, global head of Portfolio Management for the Multi-Asset Solutions team. Each provides their views on inflation, as well as what they think is the biggest mistake an investor can make right now in our inflationary environment. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1221-00422
1/12/2022 • 15 minutes, 19 seconds
Short duration: Making sense of today’s markets and beyond
Today’s edition of On the Trading Desk® features a discussion on short duration investing and approaches for identifying, managing, and, benefiting from prevailing risks in the bond markets. We’re talking with Jeff Weaver, Senior Portfolio Manager and Head of Municipal and Short Duration Fixed Income with Allspring Global Investments. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1221-00159
12/8/2021 • 16 minutes, 13 seconds
Tax-aware investing: The critical role that taxes play
This podcast focuses on tax-aware transition planning, what it is, and how it may benefit investors who wish to transition their portfolios as their goals change over time. To discuss are Manju Boraiah, Senior Portfolio Manager & Global Head of Systematic Fixed Income, and Kandarp Acharya, Senior Portfolio Manager for Multi-Asset Solutions. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1121-00951
12/1/2021 • 13 minutes, 22 seconds
Unlock what’s possible: Transforming goals into realities
Bryant VanCronkhite, Senior Portfolio Manager and Co-Lead on the Special Global Equity Team with Allspring Global Investments, and Ann Miletti, Head of U.S.-Based Equity Portfolio Management with firm, explain key elements that foster innovation and help clients pursue their investing goals. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00965
11/24/2021 • 12 minutes, 4 seconds
Look around the corner: Aligning with the right side of change
Today we are going to explore the concept of “looking around the corner”. Mike Smith, Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager on the Fundamental Growth Equity Team with Allspring Global Investments, will help us explore this concept and how it relates to investing on the right side of change. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00964
11/17/2021 • 16 minutes, 41 seconds
Plan with purpose: Investing toward net zero via fixed income
Henrietta Pacquement, Head of Investment Grade Europe and Senior Portfolio Manager for Credit Europe with Allspring Global Investments, and Tom Lyons, Head of Climate Investment Research and Senior Investment Analyst for Global Credit Research with the firm, discuss the potentially powerful impact of investing deliberately to decarbonize portfolios—especially within fixed-income assets. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00963
11/10/2021 • 13 minutes, 58 seconds
Invest thoughtfully: Blending financial acumen with the client experience
Janet Rilling, Senior Portfolio Manager and Head of Multi Sector – Plus & High Yield on the Global Fixed Income Team with Allspring Global Investments, and George Bory, Managing Director, Fixed Income Strategy and Portfolio Specialist with the firm, discuss blending empathy and financial expertise to help clients pursue their goals. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00962
11/3/2021 • 16 minutes, 46 seconds
Welcome to Allspring: Getting to know Joe
Allegra Heyligers, Head of Distribution Enablement, took time to sit down with Joe Sullivan, the new CEO of Allspring Global Investments, to learn about his formative experiences in the business, what motivates him, and what he sees for the future. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00961
11/1/2021 • 15 minutes, 16 seconds
Has the bitcoin boat left the shipyard? Let's find out
Today’s podcast features a discussion around bitcoin – its mining, its adoption, and other questions about its role as an asset. To discuss is Frank Cooke, Quantitative Portfolio Manager with our Multi-Asset Solutions Team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00848
10/13/2021 • 18 minutes, 40 seconds
South Asia’s rising water risks
In today’s edition of On the Trading Desk®, Manju Boraiah, Senior Portfolio Manager and Global Head of Systematic Fixed Income, and Limin Xiao, Portfolio Manager for Systematic Fixed Income, discuss the issue of rising water risks in South Asia, its potential impact on different sectors of the region’s economy, and the framework they use to quantify these risks. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-00308
10/6/2021 • 14 minutes, 30 seconds
Seeing the forest and the trees in a yield-starved environment
This episode features a discussion about the fixed-income markets and considerations investors may need to balance with their desire for income in a low-yield world. Janet Rilling, Senior Portfolio Manager and Head of Multi Sector – Plus & High Yield on our Global Fixed Income Team, discusses the opportunities and risks they see for investors. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-1021-01604
9/29/2021 • 10 minutes, 17 seconds
The delisting of Chinese stocks and its implications
With news headlines centered on the delisting of Chinese stocks as a result of actions from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prescribed by the Holdings Foreign Companies Accountable Act, we have Elaine Tse, Portfolio Manager with the SF Global Emerging Markets Equity Team, on the program today to discuss the implications. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00753
9/22/2021 • 15 minutes, 26 seconds
Stay-at-home vs. return-to-office factors: Impacts on equity markets
Harin de Silva, Portfolio Manager with our Analytic Investors team, discusses stay-at-home vs. return-to-work as quantitative factors, how they’ve affected equity markets, and their potential impacts going forward. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00794
9/15/2021 • 14 minutes, 29 seconds
limate change's impact on global banks
In today’s edition of On the Trading Desk®, Tom Lyons, Head of Climate Investment Research, and Robert Montague, Senior Analyst for Global Credit Research, share some of their findings regarding climate change’s impact on global banks. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00987
8/18/2021 • 12 minutes, 13 seconds
Travel's back but so is a new variant: What’s next for muni investors?
Today’s podcast features a discussion around themes, such as travel and the COVID-19 Delta variant, impacting municipal fixed income markets. To discuss the implications is Nick Venditti, Senior Portfolio Manager on our Municipal Fixed Income Team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00988
8/11/2021 • 18 minutes, 48 seconds
Investment risks and opportunities in water
Discussing the world’s delicate balance with water is Nashat Moin, Senior Sustainable Investment Analyst. Nashat will explain why assessing water risks and opportunities is an increasingly important part of investment decision-making. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00989
8/4/2021 • 12 minutes, 28 seconds
Finding a low-cost option for fixed-income management
This edition of On the Trading Desk® discusses low-cost options for fixed-income management. We’re talking about this because investors are fixated on finding products that offer the lowest operating costs when deciding to invest in mutual funds or exchange-traded funds. However, there may be considerable opportunity cost associated with a seemingly low-cost, passive strategy. Discussing this topic is Danny Sarnowski, Portfolio Specialist for the Global Fixed Income Platform and Noah Wise, Senior Portfolio Manager on the Multi Sector Fixed Income – Plus and High Yield Team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00992
6/30/2021 • 17 minutes, 57 seconds
Large cap value: Today, tomorrow, and going forward
Today’s podcast features a conversation around why large cap value is really appealing in this environment and how our Special Global Equity Team is approaching investing in the space. To discuss these implications is Bryant VanCronkhite, Co-Team Leader and Senior Portfolio Manager with the Special Global Equity Team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00994
6/9/2021 • 15 minutes, 32 seconds
Fixed income investors caught between low yields and rising rates
This special edition of On the Trading Desk® features a discussion between Danny Sarnowski, Portfolio Specialist for the Global Fixed Income Platform, and Noah Wise, Senior Portfolio Manager on the Multi Sector Fixed Income – Plus and High Yield Team, about low yields, rising rates, inflation concerns, and more. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00997
5/26/2021 • 19 minutes, 13 seconds
Mid-caps: Primed for the current cycle
Discussing where markets are going and why mid-caps may be the primary beneficiary of the next rally, we have John Ognar, Senior Product Specialist for our Special Global Equity Team and Ozo Jaculewicz, Senior Product Specialist for our Fundamental Growth Equity Team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00998
5/19/2021 • 21 minutes, 15 seconds
Exploring the world of SPACs
In this edition, Bob Gruendyke, Senior Portfolio Manager with the Heritage Growth Equity Team, speaks about the recent phenomenon across the investing community of special purpose acquisition companies, otherwise known as SPACs. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-00999
5/5/2021 • 12 minutes, 45 seconds
Building the new America: Municipal investing with the American Jobs Act
Today’s podcast features a discussion around the impact of the $2.3 trillion American Jobs Act on municipalities. To discuss the implications is Nick Venditti, Senior Portfolio Manager – Municipal Fixed Income. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-01000
4/14/2021 • 18 minutes, 25 seconds
Embrace tomorrow: Through the lens of the right side of change
Today we explore the idea of investing on right side of change and how it helps embrace tomorrow’s financial unknowns. Explaining this concept in detail is our guest, Ozo Jaculewicz, Associate Portfolio Manager and Senior Portfolio Specialist for the Fundamental Growth Equity Team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-01001
3/31/2021 • 20 minutes, 3 seconds
Embrace tomorrow: Secret ingredients that drive our investments
Today’s podcast features a conversation about how our firm is embracing tomorrow’s financial unknowns through the foundational investment processes and teams that deliver Active Equity, Fixed Income, and Systematic Investing solutions to our clients. To discuss, we’re talking with Ann Miletti, Head of Active Equity; George Bory, Managing Director, Fixed Income Strategy and Portfolio Specialists; and Jonathan Hobbs, Head of U.S. Solutions for the Multi-Asset Solutions team. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-01002
3/24/2021 • 20 minutes, 12 seconds
Embrace tomorrow: Balancing innovation with scientific learning
This episode features a conversation about scientific learning and how innovative technologies can supplement time-tested and proven investment processes. Today, Randy Mangelsen, Co-Head of Investment Analytics, joins the program to discuss this topic. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-01003
3/17/2021 • 10 minutes, 17 seconds
Innovating for 2021 and beyond with Remi
Today’s podcast features a discussion around strides our firm is making to expand choice for our clients, particularly with separately managed accounts (SMAs) and to help them address their critical needs to optimize after tax returns and having portfolios customized to meet their individual needs. With us to discuss the implications are Katie D’Angelo, Head of Wealth & Investment Management (WIM) Partnerships, and Manju Boraiah, Global Head of Systematic Fixed Income. Allspring Global Investments is the trade name for the asset management firms of Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, a holding company indirectly owned by certain portfolio companies of GTCR LLC and Reverence Capital Partners, L.P. These firms include but are not limited to Allspring Global Investments, LLC, and Allspring Funds Management, LLC. Certain products managed by Allspring entities are distributed by Allspring Funds Distributor, LLC (a broker-dealer and Member FINRA/SIPC).This material is for general informational and educational purposes only and is NOT intended to provide investment advice or a recommendation of any kind—including a recommendation for any specific investment, strategy, or plan. PAR-0921-01004
