Navigating Economic Currents with Bill Blain

The Turnaround Podcast with Stephen Phillips, Episode 2

In this episode of The Turnaround Podcast, Stephen Phillips interviews Bill Blain, Author of the Morning Porridge, Founder of Windshift Capital, and seasoned Market Strategist. With over three decades of experience in financial markets, Blain offers invaluable insights into current market trends and investment opportunities. Tune in as he shares his expertise on navigating volatile market conditions and developing effective investment strategies.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

  • Bill Blain's career trajectory: He started with an interest in journalism but ended up in finance due to circumstances. Despite a successful career in financial markets, his passion for journalism remained.

  • Insights into the financial industry: Blain shares experiences from working at institutions like Morgan Stanley, Euromoney, Bear Stearns, and HSBC.

  • BIll’s daily financial commentary outlet, Blain's Morning Porridge: why he started it and how it got to over 10,000 subscribers

  • Analysis of current financial markets: Blain discusses the distortion of stock prices due to quantitative easing and low-interest rates. He shares insights into sectors like artificial intelligence, private equity, and more.

  • Economic and political factors: Blain delves into the impact of politics on markets, highlighting Brexit's consequences, potential restructuring opportunities, and the need for a new accommodation.

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About The Turnaround Podcast:

In each episode of The Turnaround Podcast, Stephen Phillips speaks to experienced practitioners who discuss their careers, key moments, challenges, and lessons learned in financial turnarounds and business restructuring. Tune in as they unravel the secrets to turning struggling businesses into successful ones.

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