The European Market Brief 4: European Rates

This episode of 'The European Market Brief' introduces listeners to the European derivatives and fixed income markets. Hosted by Mark Longo from the Options Insider Radio Network, the show delves into trading strategies, liquidity, and market trends specific to European rates, comparing them with US counterparts. Guests Russell Rhoads (Indiana University), Rex Jones (Eurex), and James Sewell (Marex) offer valuable insights into products like BUN, BOBL, and SCHATZ futures, and discuss recent market activities, including the impact of potential massive fiscal spending in Germany and ongoing global geopolitical tensions. The episode also covers the transition from LIBOR to alternatives like EUROSTR, providing listeners with a comprehensive understanding of current opportunities and challenges in the European trading landscape.   01:22 Welcome to the European Market Brief 02:32 Episode 4 Kickoff and Listener Appreciation 03:53 Guest Introductions: Russell Rhoads and Rex Jones 07:06 Guest Introduction: James Sewell 08:41 Continental Conversations: Exploring European Rates 10:14 Diving into European Rates Products 16:51 Comparing US and European Rates Markets 19:43 Liquidity and Trading Hours in European Rates 26:05 Open Interest and Speculative Activity 31:24 LIBOR Transition and New European Rates Products 33:14 Regional Differences in Interest Rates 33:51 Issues with LIBOR and Transition to New Rates 34:44 European Rate Products and Market Gaps 36:38 Short-Term Euro Interest Rate Futures 39:06 Option Strategies in European Rates 43:29 Divergence Between US and European Rates 51:44 Impact of German Fiscal Policies on Rates 53:56 Future Trading Opportunities and Market Catalysts 58:05 Conclusion and Contact Information  

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