An independent central bank is the key to providing credibility to its monetary policy choices; credibility which anchors inflation expectations and allows a central bank to manage the demand-side of the economy and meet its mandate.

In this episode of All the Credit®, we highlight the importance of central bank independence, discussing its significance, potential threats, and the implications of political interference—particularly in the context of the U.S. Federal Reserve.

PGIM’s Tom Porcelli, Deputy Head of Global Economics and Chief U.S. Economist, hosts this discussion with Daleep Singh, Vice Chair and Chief Global Economist, and Katharine Neiss, PhD, Deputy Head of Global Economics and Chief European Economist.

Recorded on August 5, 2025.

In today's dynamic investment landscape, systematic investing in fixed income markets is gaining prominence by blending fundamental insights with rule-based strategies to optimize performance. This episode of All the Credit® considers how these strategies use data-driven approaches to manage risk and seize market opportunities, while examining how advancements in artificial intelligence may further refine these processes.

PGIM’s Brian Barnhurst, CFA, Head of Global Credit Research, hosts this discussion with Tyler Thorn, Multi-Sector Portfolio Manager.

Recorded on July 9, 2025.

In this episode of All the Credit®, we explore the catalysts of recent market turbulence and outline the challenges posed to fixed income investors. With a focus on key market drivers, we share insights into what the current economic landscape reveals about risk, opportunity, and evolving market dynamics.

PGIM Fixed Income’s Tom Porcelli, Chief U.S. Economist, hosts Gregory Peters, Co-Chief Investment Officer, and Daleep Singh, Vice Chair and Chief Global Economist.

Recorded on May 29, 2025.

In this episode of All the Credit®, Credit Markets in Transition, we explore the evolving role of liability management in global credit markets and how they’re reshaping outcomes for investors, creditors, and the broader credit market.

PGIM Fixed Income’s Brian Barnhurst, CFA, Head of Global Credit Research, hosts Ryan Kelly, CFA, Lead Portfolio Manager and Head of Special Situations, and Rishav Puri, Special Situations Credit Analyst.

Recorded on May 21, 2025.

Shifts in interest rates have thrust Liability-Driven Investing (LDI) into the spotlight, reshaping pension plan liabilities and presenting new de-risking opportunities.

This episode of the All the Credit® Credit Markets in Transition sub-series examines impacts on funded status, plan sponsor adaptations, and the interplay of structured products and derivatives in portfolio construction.

PGIM Fixed Income’s Brian Barnhurst, CFA, Head of Global Credit Research, hosts Tom McCartan, FIA, CFA, Multi-Sector Portfolio Manager.

Recorded on March 27, 2025.

Asset-based finance (ABF) has grown in popularity as an attractive alternative to traditional direct lending and its turning heads with those looking to capitalize on investment opportunities.

This episode of All the Credit® kicks off our new sub-series, Credit Markets in Transition, with an in-depth look at the rapidly growing ABF sector. We assess ABF's evolution, factors driving the surge in investment, its role within the financial ecosystem, and critical considerations for investors.

PGIM Fixed Income’s Brian Barnhurst, CFA, Head of Global Credit Research, hosts Edwin Wilches, CFA, Co-Head of Securitized Products.

Recorded on January 28, 2025.

Amid global complexities, China's economic outlook presents both challenges and opportunities that are crucial to investment considerations. In this episode of All the Credit®, we weigh possible growth scenarios for China, the impacts of tariffs, private sector confidence, and property sector challenges. We assess the nation’s fiscal strategies, rising social unrest, and geopolitical tensions with the U.S. and Taiwan.

PGIM Fixed Income’s Tom Porcelli, Chief U.S. Economist, hosts Shikeb Farooqui, PhD, Lead Asia Economist.

Recorded on January 9, 2025.

Accelerating demand growth for U.S. power has wide ranging investment implications. In this episode of All the Credit®, we explore the complexities surrounding the demand for power generation driven in part by AI advancements and data centers, discussing logistical implications, regulatory challenges, and regional power dynamics. We address the potential role of nuclear energy and the risks for utilities and consumers amid rising power prices.

PGIM Fixed Income’s Brian Barnhurst, CFA, Head of Global Credit Research, hosts Michael Haigh, CFA, U.S. Leveraged Loans Portfolio Manager, and Maxwell Hausle, CFA, U.S. Investment Grade Credit Research Analyst.

Recorded on November 26, 2024.