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Bandhan Mutual Fund is focused on helping savers become investors and create wealth. The organization has always striven to empower everyday investors, as well as India’s financial ecosystem, through initiatives that simplify financial knowledge, helping create wealth and value through investments. Continuing the tradition of initiatives and campaigns that motivate, guide, and educate Indians about financial wisdom, we bring you Let’s Talk Macro – a podcast series to demystify relevant macroeconomics – global & domestic, important & topical, data, concepts, inferences & implications. We reached out to the average Indian investor through our successful short films like Bachat Nivesh Badhat, One Idiot, and Return of One Idiot to educate the public about the importance of savings and long-term investments for financial growth and security. Our landmark campaigns like #DateyRaho and #PaisonKoRokoMat have educated millions successfully about the power of investing.

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Ep 041 - Global and India Roundup - Tighter Financial Conditions

2026/09/29

In this episode, we discuss tighter global financial conditions amid already high interest rates, rate hikes by advanced economy central banks, the impact of AI, and evolving geopolitical developments. We also examine India’s domestic inflation outlook and why these factors may call for RBI policy normalisation sooner rather than later. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on these important global and domestic macro developments.

Ep 040 - China - The Split Economy

2026/08/24

In this episode, we discuss the slowdown in China’s domestic economy, the policy strategies being employed to address it, and the country’s robust exports. We also examine the challenges this divergence creates for the rest of the world, especially India.Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on these important global macro developments. Registered Name: Bandhan Mutual Fund | Registered No.: MF/042/00/3 MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 039 - Embracing Uncertainty: Macroeconomic Outlook

2026/07/31

In this episode, we discuss the global and Indian macroeconomic outlook amid elevated uncertainty on geopolitics, AI and global interest rate drivers. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares his perspective on the evolving macroeconomic landscape. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 038 - As the Tide Turns

2026/06/29

In this episode, we explore the impact of the US–Iran agreement, recent measures to support foreign capital inflows, and the evolving global macro landscape. We also discuss how these developments influence India’s economic outlook and monetary policy, and why there is an increasing need to focus on the medium term. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on these global developments and their implications for India. Registered Name: Bandhan Mutual Fund | Registered No.: MF/042/00/3MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 037 - A Resilient US Economy - How This Matters for India

2026/05/21

In this episode, we explore the drivers of US economic resilience, how they are reflected in labour markets and inflation trends, and why these developments matter for India’s economy and monetary policy. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on the evolving US macro landscape and its implications for global markets and India’s economic outlook. Registered Name: Bandhan Mutual Fund | Registered No.: MF/042/00/3 MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 036 - Changing Concerns – Not So Straightforward

2026/04/28

In this episode, we explore how global markets are grappling with shifting concerns amid ongoing geopolitical tensions. How is this environment different from the 2020 pandemic and the 2022 Russia-Ukraine conflict? And what signals are emerging for the global economy? The discussion also dives into the implications for India, particularly in the context of its monetary policy trajectory. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on the evolving macro landscape and what it could mean for markets going forward. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS, READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 035 - The Iran War – Global Stress Test

2026/03/25

In this episode, we explore the Iran war and how it is emerging as a global stress test for the economy. From the origins of the conflict to the economic linkages it has exposed, the discussion highlights the risks, challenges, and policy choices facing the global economy and India. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Sr. Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on the macroeconomic implications of the conflict and what it could mean for markets going forward. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS. READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 034 - India Data Upgrade – The New CPI Series

2026/02/24

In this episode, we highlight the improvements and noteworthy aspects of India’s new CPI series and explore its implications for the underlying inflation trend and monetary policy. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on data upgrades, inflation trends, and policy direction. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS. READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 033 - India Union Budget - Clarity on Framework & Trade-offs

2026/01/27

In this episode, we highlight the key elements to look for in the upcoming Union Budget and explore the trajectory within the new fiscal framework. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on fiscal priorities, budget dynamics, and India’s path ahead. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS. READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 032 - Keep Your Seatbelts Fastened: 2026 Macro Outlook

2025/12/17

Although 2025 draws to a close, global and domestic economies continue to be marked by uncertainty, policy shifts, and diverging growth paths.In this episode of Let’s Talk Macro, we discuss the key economic narratives that shaped 2025 and the trajectories that could define 2026, across the world's major economies and India. The conversation spans growth, inflation, labour markets, fiscal and monetary policy, exchange rates, and external balances.Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Senior Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares perspectives on global macro risks, India’s evolving policy mix, currency dynamics, and what investors should watch as we head into the next year. Mutual Fund investments are subject to market risks. Read all scheme related documents carefully.

Ep 031 - India Fiscal – Flexibility & Credibility within the Framework

2025/11/27

In this episode, we discuss India’s fiscal performance versus the FY26 budget estimates and explore the fiscal flexibility that could emerge from FY27 while staying credible under the new Debt-to-GDP framework. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on fiscal consolidation, budget dynamics, and medium-term fiscal space. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS. READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 030 - India - Rural Optimism

2025/10/31

In this episode, we discuss the significance of monsoon and what rural wages, farm input costs, and other indicators reveal about the health of India’s rural economy. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on rural dynamics and their impact on broader economic trends. MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS. READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 029 - Moderate Inflation from US Tariffs Supports Fed’s Rate Cuts

2025/09/29

In this episode, we discuss why the passthrough of higher tariffs to US consumer prices is likely to be more moderate and drawn-out, and how this, along with a weaker labour market, supports further rate cuts by the Fed.Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on inflation, tariffs, and the Fed’s policy outlook.MUTUAL FUND INVESTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO MARKET RISKS. READ ALL SCHEME RELATED DOCUMENTS CAREFULLY.

Ep 028 - India: Fiscal Credibility amid GST Rationalisation & US Tariffs

2025/08/28

In this episode, we explore India’s current economic backdrop, the potential impact of GST rate rationalisation, higher US tariffs, and the continuation of fiscal credibility. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on what these developments mean for India’s economy and outlook. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks. Read all scheme related documents carefully.

Ep 027 - China: Frontloaded Growth Amidst Economic Challenges

2025/07/28

In this episode, we explore the continuing challenges facing the Chinese economy, the impact of recent fiscal measures, and the implications of frontloaded growth in the first half of the year. Join Sreejith Balasubramanian, Economist in the Fixed Income Fund Management team at Bandhan Mutual Fund, as he shares insights on what lies ahead for China and the rest of the world in the second half of the year. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme related documents carefully.