In the News

For decades, America has consumed much more than it produces, financing persistent trade deficits with debt that foreign investors are happy to buy. President Trump is unwilling to accept this state of affairs. In a guest essay for the New York Times, co-CIO Karen Karniol-Tambour describes what this shift means for Europe’s economic and security paradigm, the changes that are needed, and the barriers to reform.

CEO Nir Bar Dea joins Sonali Basak at Bloomberg Invest in New York to discuss the major forces shaping today’s macroeconomic landscape, how Bridgewater is positioned to help clients adapt, the ongoing technological revolution of AI, and the important roles that meritocracy and talent play in a rapidly evolving world.

Nir joins the “Board of Changemakers” panel at FII Priority in Miami to discuss ongoing geopolitical fragmentation, the changing macroeconomic landscape, and how Bridgewater has aligned itself to help investors navigate this challenging environment.

In a Fast Company piece, Deputy CIO Blake Cecil explores the meritocratic future of talent recruitment, and how Bridgewater’s approach has evolved to include innovative new methods—such as our global forecasting contest with Metaculus—for discovering exceptional talent.

In this episode, Karen breaks down Bridgewater’s approach to macro investing, market cycles, and how investors can navigate an increasingly complex global economy. She shares Bridgewater’s investment philosophy and decision-making framework while offering personal insights on leadership and work-life balance.

Co-CIO Karen Karniol-Tambour gave an interview on Bloomberg while attending the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. During her conversation, Karen discussed the firm's global approach to investing, and how the changing global environment impacts investors. See important disclosures and other information here.

The Financial Times recognized Bridgewater’s legal team as one of the Most Innovative In-House Legal Teams in North America for their close support in launching AIA Labs, advancing the firm’s use of AI and machine learning to drive innovation in the investment process.

At the recent Yahoo Finance Invest conference, Co-CIO Karen Karniol-Tambour shared her thoughts on what’s next for growth and inflation, Fed policy, the impact of Trump’s policy agenda, and how we’re processing the flow-through to markets. See Important Disclosures and Other Information.

Karen joins the Goldman Sachs Exchanges: Great Investors podcast to discuss the US economy, what’s next for the Fed, how AI could impact productivity and equities, and reflections on her journey in the financial industry and her time at Bridgewater.

From October 9-10, 2024, Bridgewater Associates co-hosted the Economic Development Assembly in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, in support of the World Bank’s 21st IDA replenishment, alongside partners Global Citizen and Harith General Partners.

Blake Cecil has been named to Business Insider’s 2024 Rising Stars of Wall Street list, recognized among leaders of tomorrow making notable contributions and accomplishments in the asset management industry.

Head of Core Institutional Clients Melody Rollins was honored by Pensions & Investments as one of 60 Influential Women in Institutional Investing. All honorees are chosen based on their profound commitment to improving the asset management industry.