- 23 Jan 2019
- By Blu Putnam
- Topics: Economic Events
A preview of the key challenges facing the major asset classes this year, from interest rates to equities to agriculture. How will these markets fare?
About the Presenter
Bluford “Blu” Putnam has served as Managing Director and Chief Economist of CME Group since May 2011. With more than 35 years of experience in the financial services industry and concentrations in central banking, investment research, and portfolio management, Blu serves as CME Group’s spokesperson on global economic conditions.
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