Markets Edition: Hawks vs. Bulls — Into the Knockout Stages?

Markets Edition: Hawks vs. Bulls — Into the Knockout Stages?

June 30, 2026 · 7 min

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Alex Saunders and Alice Zheng discuss the implications of a potentially hawkish Fed and declining oil prices on market opportunities.

Alex Saunders and Alice Zheng see the combination of a potentially hawkish Fed and declining oil prices as offering relative value opportunities in rates and in trading the USD, while not yet posing concerns about equity risk. This podcast contains thematic content and is not intended to be investment research. Nor does it constitute financial, economic, legal, tax or accounting advice. This podcast is provided for information purposes only and does not constitute an offer or solicitation to purchase or sell any financial instruments. The contents of this podcast are not based on your individual circumstances and should not be relied upon as an assessment of suitability for you of a particular product, security, or transaction. The information in this podcast is based on generally available information and, although obtained from sources believed by Citi to be reliable, its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. Past performance is not a guarantee or indication of future results. This podcast may not be copied or distributed, in whole or in part, without the express written consent of Citi. © 2026 Citigroup Global Markets Inc. Member SIPC. All rights reserved. Citi and…

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