Ep5: ‘Zombie companies’ & index investing with Vanguard

Joe Cass hosted Global Head of Fixed Income Indexing at Vanguard, Paul Jakubowski, and S&P Global Ratings Head of Digital Research Strategy Gareth Williams on the latest episode of Fixed Income in 15. Discussion focussed on the challenges and opportunities for Vanguard in 2020, the dangers of ‘zombie companies’ and the rising popularity of index investing. Conversation turned to the importance of hiring good people, Paul’s gruelling morning workout routine and Gareth’s home music studio.

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Fixed Income in 15 (FI15) is a long form conversation between a senior investor, CEO or entrepreneur and S&P Global Ratings on topics that are important for the investment community. Created and hosted by Joe Cass, episodes typically cover markets and investment trends, alongside personal experiences, stories and anecdotes plus hobbies, sports and working life.