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UBP's Kazmi Warns: Rising Rates Heighten Credit Risk

1/14/2025

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Mohammed Kazmi from UBP prioritizes credit risk, highlighting nearly 9% yields in higher-income segments.
He observes a shift in traditional market correlations due to rising inflation, leading to decoupled credit spreads and interest rates.
Kazmi cautions that longer interest rate durations increase risk rather than providing portfolio diversification.

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Story summary

Mohammed Kazmi from UBP prioritizes credit risk, highlighting nearly 9% yields in higher-income segments.
He observes a shift in traditional market correlations due to rising inflation, leading to decoupled credit spreads and interest rates.
Kazmi cautions that longer interest rate durations increase risk rather than providing portfolio diversification.