The Speak Easy Project

Ep 14. : We Need to Talk About the Investment Markets

Philippine GDP growth in the first quarter of the year exceeded expectations as the economy reopens and gains momentum with a new administration to be sworn in by July. Despite this, volatility in the domestic and global markets remains high with growing inflation, increasing interest rates and the ongoing war in Ukraine dampening investors’ sentiments. What is the outlook for the investment markets in 2022? Which asset classes are expected to perform well in the current environment? How do the markets normally behave in a National Election year? Listen in to our informative chat with ATR Asset Management’s (ATRAM) Chief Investment Officer, Phillip Hagedorn, to learn about the right investment strategy during these challenging times, the asset classes to invest in right now and the movement of the markets in previous elections. Be a part of the Speak Easy Project Community and gain access to exclusive content, bonus episodes and other treats, follow the show on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/thespeakeasyproject.podcast [https://www.facebook.com/thespeakeasyproject.podcast/?__cft__[0]=AZVM3Zm9ooIX5CeaQbg0pykQV0aO8BCCuXZhl6ZJWJEHpXC0o9F4DJCOkNhYWmA_q_5x578rX1kiAcHNROroegu4Te9HVB0xk0JB5x-ZiWUGR2LfzGdACFx5ZDGONR7I6gHgk7cDP07mrC9hdhutCJCTyYahiqJJyuCktGs8GVdE1Q&__tn__=kK-y-R].

Ep.13 : An Economist's Perspective on Presidential Platforms

As we approach the final stretch of the campaign period and prepare to head to the polling stations on May 9 for the Philippine National Elections , it's time to take one final look at the Presidential Candidates and their plans to shape the direction of the country for the next six years.  With a discerning eye of an economist, perhaps we can properly assess which Presidential Candidates are in a good position to navigate the country's challenges while maintaining its current growth trajectory.    What are the platforms of the Top Presidential Candidates? What should we look for in a Presidential Platform? What makes a Presidential Platform good? Listen in to our engaging chat with Michael Ricafort, Chief Economist from the Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation. Subscribe and Follow us : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/thespeakeasyproject.podcast

Season 2 Trailer

The new season of The Speak Easy Project launches April 28 with three new episodes covering the business news that matter to you today.  Listen to fascinating conversations about the economy, investments and platforms related to the Philippine National Elections. Subscribe and Follow us : Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/thespeakeasyproject.podcast Podcast Logo: Berlyn Tinonas

Ep.12: The Philippine Economy for 2022, Do We Keep Calm and Carry On?

The Philippine Economy is projected to finish strong by the end of 2022 as it emerges from the COVID-19 epidemic with lower virus cases and lesser travel and mobility restrictions.  With an additional boost from the National Elections, talks of growth returning to pre-pandemic levels seem to be achievable. However, rising inflation, tightening interest rates, and emerging COVID-variants portend to dark clouds in the horizon.  Where is the economy headed for the rest of the year? Do current growth forecasts need to be revised? How does the economy behave in a National Election year? Learn about the prospects for the Philippine Economy, the initiatives by the Government to boost growth and the right frame of mind to have for the rest of the year from our special guest, Dr. Alvin Ang from the Ateneo Center for Economic Research and Development.    Subscribe and Follow us :  Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/thespeakeasyproject.podcast  Credits:  Voice Over: Nina Torralba Episode Logo: Berlyn Tinonas

Ep.11 : Are Podcasts Ready for Prime Time? -Pt.2

With a growing number of listeners and content creators, podcasts are starting to get serious attention from the business sector.   What can companies do to take advantage of this technology ?  How could businesses connect with its target listeners ?   What does the future look like for podcasts in the country?   Listen in to part 2 of my conversation with PumaPodcast Network CEO, Carl Javier, to talk about the profile of the podcast audience, the methods businessmen and entrepreneurs could harness this medium and the outlook for the industry in the coming years.