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First Trust ROI Podcast

First Trust ROI Podcast

By: First Trust Portfolios
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On the ROI podcast, we discuss some of the most important questions facing investment professionals today, ranging from macroeconomic views, to perspectives on the equity and fixed income markets, to insights on practice management. We aim to cut through the noise, examine the data, and provide fresh insights to investment professionals as they help their clients find better ways to invest…seeking to generate attractive returns on their investments.

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Episodes
  • Ep 67 | Gibson Smith | How Will the War in Iran Impact Bond Markets? | ROI Podcast

    Ep 67 | Gibson Smith | How Will the War in Iran Impact Bond Markets? | ROI Podcast
    Mar 16 2026

    Gibson Smith, founder of Smith Capital Investors, discusses emerging risks and opportunities in the bond market amid heightened geopolitical risk, a new Fed Chair, and a fresh wave of borrowing for the buildout of AI.

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    47 mins
  • Ep 66 | Jackie Wilke | Embracing Disruption in the Age of AI | ROI Podcast

    Ep 66 | Jackie Wilke | Embracing Disruption in the Age of AI | ROI Podcast
    Mar 2 2026

    Jackie Wilke discusses how artificial intelligence is being leveraged by financial professionals to improve productivity and “level up” the client experience.

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    39 mins
  • Ep 65 | Andrew Wiechert | Unpacking Underappreciated Overseas Opportunities with WCM | ROI Podcast

    Ep 65 | Andrew Wiechert | Unpacking Underappreciated Overseas Opportunities with WCM | ROI Podcast
    Feb 19 2026

    On the heels of a strong year for international equities in 2025, Andrew Wiechert, Portfolio Manager at WCM Investment Management, breaks down why developed and emerging markets remain positioned to benefit from attractive valuations and improving fundamentals in 2026 and beyond. He highlights the risks and also some of the potential competitive advantages enjoyed by active managers seeking to navigate these opportunities.

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    48 mins
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