Goldman Sachs Co-Head of Credit Trading Alex Finston Discusses Rising Rates and AI Issuance Impact on Credit Markets
Alex Finston, co-head of US and Asia Credit Trading at Goldman Sachs FICC and Equities, discusses credit market resilience amid rising interest rates and AI bond issuance on The Markets podcast. Topics include investor views on yields, high-quality AI credit, portfolio hedging, and municipal bonds.
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In this episode of The Markets podcast, Alex Finston, co-head of US and Asia Credit Trading at Goldman Sachs FICC and Equities, discusses the state of credit markets amidst rising interest rates and increased artificial intelligence (AI) related bond issuance. According to the official episode description, Finston notes that credit markets have remained resilient even as investors scrutinize the AI outlook.
Specific topics covered in the episode include the historical view that steady rate increases often present opportunities for investors regarding bond yields, Finston's take on higher-quality AI credit, whether investors should hedge their portfolios, and discussions on municipal bonds. The episode was filmed on October 15, 2026, and published on October 16, 2026.