Webinar Recap: Wading Through Uncertainty: How Are Investors Responding to Cracks in Private Credit & Iran Conflict, Rate Volatility?

Date: April 15th, 2026 @ 12:00 PM ET

Speakers:

• Steve Boothe, Head of Global Investment Grade and Portfolio Manager at T.Rowe Price
• Shankar Ramakrishnan, Head of U.S. Credit & Global Market Engagement at Informa Global Markets

In the latest instalment of IGM's Market Insiders webinar series, we explored insights on the current state of the global credit markets. Hosted by Shankar Ramakrishnan, this session delved into how investors are navigating market risks and evolving financial dynamics.

Understanding Market Risks

The backdrop of our discussion was shaped by the ongoing Iran conflict, which is exerting an inflationary impact and challenging the global economy. Shankar noted that questions around corporate credit spreads, private credit instability, and job losses due to AI disruptions are top of mind for investors.

Forecasting Interest Rates with Steve Booth

Steve's analysis extended beyond just interest rates. He touched on how investors are managing portfolio risks amid the current geopolitical climate and macroeconomic uncertainties.

As the conversation shifted, Steve highlighted the importance of diversification and strategic portfolio construction. He noted that relying on traditional safe-haven assets like treasuries might be less effective due to volatility. Instead, a multi-asset approach, incorporating structured products and synthetics, offers a more robust diversification strategy.

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