Metacasts: Investing Evening Edition

Today's episode untangles escalating geopolitical tensions in Iran and their profound impact on commodity markets, pricing in a potential 15% shock. We dive into the AI-driven financial revolution, exposing the fragile assumptions underlying current forecasts, and examine how smart money is positioning itself for a world where the old rules no longer apply. Beyond the headlines, we reveal a full-blown disruption in the media landscape as investors grapple with systemic risk and the rise of an autonomous 'Machine Economy'.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:16 - Geopolitical Hotspots & Commodity Shocks
9:41 - The AI-Driven Financial Revolution
15:50 - Market Positioning in a Shifting Global Economy
20:36 - Media Landscape Disruption & Corporate Restructuring
23:54 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
Shaky Ceasefire In Doubt, Hormuz Stays Blocked, Trump Slams NATO (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
DOJ Opens Probe Into NFL's Sports TV Deals (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV April 9th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Ceasefire Claims Diverge as Hormuz Stays Blocked (Bloomberg Surveillance)
FX Moment Iran War Shift First Step Out of Sterling Bear Cycle (FICC Focus)
403 The case for dynamic duration management in credit portfolios (L&G Talks Asset Management)
MacroVoices #527 Adam Rozencwajg What Comes Next After The Iran Crisis (Macro Voices)
The Best Time to Invest How AI Disruption is Reshaping Software Valuations Ben Topor Titan Capital Partners (Monetary Matters with Jack Farley)
Thomas Peterffy on Interactive Brokers' Plan to Professionalize Prediction Markets (Odd Lots)
Search Engine Presents Are you a good driver (Odd Lots)
Inside The Room - The Libya Conflict The Aftermath (Part Three) (Political Currency)
Markets Are Betting the Iran War Is Over - Is it (Prof G Markets)
Key Players Pivot to Robots, AI Agents Proliferate Trading the Markets With AI (Real Vision: Finance & Investing)
How I Use AI To Trade The Markets! Kris Bullock and Bijan Maleki (Real Vision: Finance & Investing)
How long will the Iran energy shock last With Chris Giles (The Economics Show)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Fragile or failing' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)

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Today's episode dissects the precarious Iran ceasefire, revealing how domestic pressures in Washington are distorting foreign policy and inadvertently strengthening China’s hand. We unpack the logistical nightmares in the Strait of Hormuz, the hidden liquidity risks in private credit, and the alarming trend of nations hedging against US policy – a shift reshaping global power dynamics.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:10 - Iran Conflict & Ceasefire Dynamics
11:08 - US Politics, Foreign Policy & Leadership
17:11 - Navigating Market Volatility: Managed Futures
21:57 - Private Credit: Liquidity Risks & Opportunities
26:33 - Global Power Shifts: Russia & China’s Role
29:32 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
Josh Shapiro on Trump, Iran War Chaos, Israel's Failure, the Economy, and 2028 Race (All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg)
US-Iran Ceasefire Agreed, Hormuz Reopening Deal, Vance Condemns EU (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
US-Iran Ceasefire Agreed, Hormuz Reopening Deal, Vance Attacks EU (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Special Coverage US and Iran Agree to Ceasefire Hours Before Trump Deadline (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV April 8th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Iran Ceasefire Deal Spurs Global Relief Rally (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Single Best Idea with Tom Keene Rebecca Lissner & Ellen Wald (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV April 7th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
The Iran War is Accelerating the End of Globalism Jacob Shapiro (Forward Guidance)
At the Money Seeking Uncorrelated Returns (Masters in Business)
Private Credit Doom Narrative On Shaky Foundation Michael Haynes On Why Retail Outflows Are Real But Credit Foundations Are Solid (Monetary Matters with Jack Farley)
Debunking Private Credit Doom Michael Haynes of Beach Point Capital (Monetary Matters with Jack Farley)
Trump Threatened to End Iranian Civilization - What Comes Next (Prof G Markets)
Is it possible to negotiate with Iran (The Rachman Review)
The Real Risks of Oil Price Spikes (Thoughts on the Market)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode unpacks the interconnected crises reshaping the global landscape: escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, the accelerating breakdown of established supply chains, and the paradoxical impact of AI's productivity boom. We explore how the illusion of consistent supply is shattering, forcing a reassessment of risk and resilience in a world where even fundamental economic models are failing to keep pace.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - Energy Security in a Volatile World
8:19 - AI & The Economy: Productivity, Disruption, & Repricing
14:25 - Market Disconnects & Systemic Vulnerabilities
20:06 - The New Geopolitical Order: Risks & Realignments
25:57 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
Trump's Hormuz Ultimatum, Iran Refuses Ceasefire, Astronauts Headed Home (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Ferraris, Advil, and AI Chips 10 Companies to Watch Right Now (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Trump Escalates Iran Threats Ahead of Hormuz Deadline (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Single Best Idea with Tom Keene Eric Van Nostrand & Scott DiMaggio (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV April 6th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Natural Gas in Focus Iran Conflict Could Have 'Very Painful' Consequences (Exchanges)
The Iran War is Accelerating the End of Globalism Jacob Shapiro (Forward Guidance)
Why AI Will Reprice The Entire Economy Jordi Visser (Forward Guidance)
Iran Deadline Looms for an Economy on the Edge (Prof G Markets)
Is the High Over for Hemp Drinks (The Journal.)
Balaji on Why AI Raises the Cost of Verification (The a16z Show)
Riding the Final Innings of the Market Correction (Thoughts on the Market)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Deadlines challenge the optimism bias' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
Top of the Morning CIO Strategy Snapshot - Where do we go from here (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode unpacks the escalating geopolitical risks in the Gulf and the surprising vulnerability of US energy security, despite net exporter status. We decode investor positioning amid a shifting global order, as Iran proposes a $2 million fee for Strait of Hormuz transit – a move that exposes the financial weaponization of essential resources and challenges the assumption of frictionless trade. Plus, we dive into the AI-driven M&A boom and what it means for markets.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:16 - Geopolitical Risks & Energy Security
8:19 - Investor Positioning & Sector Rotation
15:04 - The Shifting Global Order
20:02 - AI & The New M&A Landscape
23:43 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
SpaceX IPO, Iran War Fallout, Quantum Bitcoin Hack, The Space Opportunity (All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg)
Ceasefire Push Keeps Markets on Edge (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bruce MacDonald - The Playbook for Building a Mid-Sized Endowment from Scratch (EP.495) (Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry)
Salem's Lot Gulf War update; the Purge of senior US military officers; a US fossil fuel reliance fever dream (Eye On The Market)
Global Data Pod Weekender All's unclear that ends unclear (Global Data Pod)
Ep. 352 Richard Schimel on Platform Evolution, Collaborative Culture, and Navigating Market Risks (Macro Hive Conversations With Bilal Hafeez)
Steve Kamin and Mark Sobel on the Outlook of Dollar Dominance (Macro Musings with David Beckworth)
Books Will Be Written About This Shipping Market Ed Finley-Richardson of Misadventures in Shipping on War-Induced Oil Tanker Mayhem, Squeeze for Asiabound Refined Products, and Persian Gulf Feeding Frenzy Scenario (Monetary Matters with Jack Farley)
Gina Raimondo on How European Industry Is Getting Crushed (Odd Lots)
Trading the Markets With AI Claude Leak, AI News Takeover (Real Vision: Finance & Investing)
SI394 The Quarter That Tested Every Trend Follower ft. Katy Kaminski & Harry Moore (Top Traders Unplugged)
Top of the Morning CEO Macro Briefing Book - Insights for Dealmakers (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'War and affordability' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
TIP805 Stock Market Maestros w Kyle Grieve (We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode unpacks the escalating crisis in global supply chains, revealing how reliance on fragile networks—and emergency measures—exposes deeper vulnerabilities. We break down the geopolitical implications of the Iran conflict, from shipping costs to energy independence, and explore why a 'freedom premium' is becoming essential for portfolio resilience. Plus, we debate whether the market's optimism is built on a foundation of increasingly fragile corporate financing and a widening economic divide.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - Iran Conflict & Global Supply Chain Stress
8:43 - Geopolitical Risk & Strategic Investing
13:51 - Corporate Activity & the Shifting Consumer Landscape
18:09 - Beneath the Surface: Market Stress & the K-Shaped Economy
21:17 - The Fed, AI, and Inflation's Future
24:02 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
15-Point US Peace Plan, 82nd Airborne Deployed, Iran War 'Costing China Dearly' (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Merck to Acquire Terns Pharmaceuticals in $6.7 Billion Deal (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Estée Lauder in Talks to Buy Puig to Create Beauty Giant (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Single Best Idea with Tom Keene Richard Clarida & Francois Trahan (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 25th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Stocks Bounce on Trump's Iran Peace Push (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Single Best Idea with Tom Keene Wei Li & Brad Neuman (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 24th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
At The Money Investing in Freedom (Masters in Business)
Headline Indices Are Masking Market Stress Liz Ann Sonders on the Case For Quality Stocks During An Oil Shock (Monetary Matters with Jack Farley)
The Petrochemicals Shock That's Already Rippling Through Plastics (Odd Lots)
Is the Oil Crisis About to Break Global Supply Chains (Prof G Markets)
Iran Thinks It's Winning the War (The Journal.)
Oil Markets Are Even Tighter Than They Appear (Thoughts on the Market)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'The desire to believe' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
Top of the Morning Geopolitical & macroeconomic considerations for business owners (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
Why are markets listening to Trump (Unhedged)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode unpacks the accelerating speed of economic consequence, driven by escalating geopolitical tensions and the rapid integration of AI. We dissect the systemic risks building beneath the surface – from private credit vulnerabilities to infrastructure gaps stifling emerging tech – and ask whether markets are truly prepared for the volatility ahead.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:10 - Geopolitical Shocks & Market Volatility
10:43 - The Future of Work: AI & Productivity
16:35 - Private Credit: Risks & Systemic Concerns
20:55 - Infrastructure Gaps & Emerging Tech Growth
24:52 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
European rates Inflation & AI waves collide (Barclays Brief)
Single Best Idea with Tom Keene Wei Li & Brad Neuman (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 24th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Markets in Flux as Iran War Drags On (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Private Credit Concerns in Context (Exchanges)
David Shor and Byrne Hobart on the Politics of a White-Collar Wipeout (Odd Lots)
$1T Moved on Iran Talks - Did They Even Happen (Prof G Markets)
OpenAI's curious business conundrum (The Big View)
How Bad Could the Iran Oil Crisis Get (The Ezra Klein Show)
Reflections on Oaktree Conference 2026 with Howard Marks (The Memo by Howard Marks)
The Missing Power Layer of Modern Warfare (The a16z Show)
Why Every Satellite Needs Earth Northwood CEO on a16z (The a16z Show)
Top of the Morning Geopolitical & macroeconomic considerations for business owners (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
Viewpoints with Burkhard Varnholt - A global markets podcast (Ep. 60) (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Bewitched, bothered, and bewildered' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode distills the escalating tensions in the Middle East, questioning whether markets are truly prepared for a sustained supply shock. We unpack the potential for algorithmic responses to amplify volatility and explore the fragility of a system predicated on just-in-time supply chains and concentrated equity holdings. With oil prices hovering around $112, is a swift return to normalcy a rational expectation, or a dangerous illusion?

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0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Geopolitical Risks & Market Impacts: The Middle East and Beyond
9:32 - Portfolio Strategy in an Uncertain World
17:45 - The Fed's Tightrope Walk: Rates, Inflation & Recession Risks
21:13 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
How Matt Mahan Thinks He Can Save California (All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg)
War Triggers Global Selloff, Trump's 48h Deadline, Watching Iran From Afar (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Oil Dives as Trump Backs Off Iran Threats (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Single Best Idea with Tom Keene Nelson Yu & Nancy Tengler (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 23rd, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Trump Postpones Iran Energy Strikes (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Instant Reaction Stocks Surge After Trump Statement (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Jeremy Grantham - Bubbles, Value Investing, and the Long Game at GMO (EP.493) (Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry)
What the Iran War Means for Dubai's Luxury Boom (Odd Lots)
EMQs Are robotaxis coming for London (Political Currency)
The Next Inflation Wave Is Already Here (Prof G Markets)
Top of the Morning CIO Strategy Snapshot - Shocked but not awed (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Living in uncertain times' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
TIP801 Value Investing Meets Venture Capital w Kyle Grieve (We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today’s episode unpacks the increasingly precarious global landscape, where central bank maneuvering feels less like steering and more like reacting to phantom data. We dive into fracturing energy markets, vulnerabilities within private credit, and China’s strategic dominance, revealing a systemic loss of control that investors can’t ignore.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:24 - Central Banks & Economic Uncertainty: Navigating the Tightrope
10:03 - Geopolitical Energy Markets: Shocks, Supply & Security
16:06 - Private Credit Vulnerabilities: Liquidity, Defaults & Systemic Risk
19:07 - China’s Strategic Dominance: Minerals & Export Controls
21:40 - AI’s Transformative Impact: Investment & Future of Finance
25:25 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
Jensen Huang LIVE Nvidia's Future, Physical AI, Rise of the Agent, Inference Explosion, AI PR Crisis (All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg)
Global Rates Global DM Swap Spread Outlook (At Any Rate)
Oil Whiplash As War Rages, European Energy Squeeze, Trump Still Wants Greenland (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 20th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Iran War Seen Causing Prolonged Pain on Energy Prices (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Single Best Idea With Tom Keene Gary Gensler (Bloomberg Surveillance)
State of Distressed Debt Davis Polk's Resnick on Emerging LME Trends (FICC Focus)
The 'Armageddon scenario' for gas markets (FT News Briefing)
Escalating Energy Shock Exposing Central Bank Limits Weekly Roundup (Forward Guidance)
Investing in AI opportunities across markets Part 2 (Insights Now)
Industrials, smart investing & real estate The Companies and Markets Show (Investors' Chronicle)
Ep. 350 Tomasz Nadrowski on China's Mineral War, Western Supply Chain Gaps, and Global Resilience (Macro Hive Conversations With Bilal Hafeez)
Greg Brew on Surging Energy and the 'Strategic Trap' of the War in Iran (Odd Lots)
Trump Bullies Allies, Powell Stays Put, and Kalshi Faces Criminal Charges (Pivot)
The 35% Recession Warning Markets Are Ignoring - ft. Ed Yardeni (Prof G Markets)
BDC Veteran Expects Private Credit Fund Stress as Banks Pull Back (The Credit Edge by Bloomberg Intelligence)
Lessons from China's industrial dominance, with Kyle Chan (The Economics Show)
How To Trade Macro In A War (The Macro Trading Floor)
The Market Is Fragile (The Markets)
The Geopolitical Shock Playbook (Mike Wilson, Morgan Stanley) #623 (The Meb Faber Show - Better Investing)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Investment by armchair generals' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
TIP800 Navigating an AI-Driven Market w François Rochon (We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode unpacks the shifting risk calculus in the Middle East, revealing how low-cost disruption is reshaping geopolitical power and forcing a reevaluation of maritime security. We dissect the implications of a potential US oil export ban, the vulnerabilities in global supply chains, and the insurance market’s response to an increasingly unstable world. Plus, a surprising parallel between the energy market's fragility and the farmland sector.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:18 - Geopolitical Risk & Energy Market Volatility
11:43 - Central Bank Crossroads: Inflation, Rates & Global Divergence
15:41 - The Shifting Sands of Private Credit & AI
19:48 - AI Investment Landscape: Beyond the Hype & Market Concentration
23:56 - Earnings Season Signals: Semiconductors, Consumers & the Global Economy
26:36 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
Oil-Gas Surge on Mideast Attacks, Fed Holds Rates Steady (Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition)
Gas Price Jumps 35%, Energy Inflation Fears, Navigating War Insurance (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Global Gas Hub Bombed, Major Energy Price Surge, Fed's Powell Vows to Stay (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Micron's Capital Spending Growth Overshadows Booming Sales (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Lululemon's Disappointing Outlook Adds Urgency to CEO Search (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Single Best Idea With Tom Keene Gary Gensler (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 19th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Oil and Gas Prices Jump as Strikes on Gulf Facilities Escalate (Bloomberg Surveillance)
WTT When the Benchmark Becomes a Bet (Capital Allocators – Inside the Institutional Investment Industry)
Federal Reserve holds steady as inflation fears mount (FT News Briefing)
Investing in AI opportunities across markets Part 2 (Insights Now)
400 Three paths to diversification (L&G Talks Asset Management)
Stock Market on Shaky Foundations Blind Squirrel Macro's Rupert Mitchell on IPO Supply, Oil, and Private Credit (Monetary Matters with Jack Farley)
How War in Iran Will Squeeze America's Farmers Even Further (Odd Lots)
Your Bills Are About to Go Up - The Fed Can't Stop It (Prof G Markets)
The heavy cost of the war on Iran (The Rachman Review)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Longer-term concerns' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.

Today's episode unpacks the escalating geopolitical risks rippling through energy markets and the surprising resilience of Emerging Markets. We analyze whether current valuations are pricing in the full impact of a potential Strait of Hormuz closure and the Fed’s increasingly challenging role in managing a stagflationary environment. Topic timings: 0:00 - Introduction, 1:00 - Geopolitical Risks & Energy Markets, 11:56 - Market Sentiment & Earnings Sustainability, 18:56 - Consumer Spending Under Pressure, 20:58 - Emerging Markets: Opportunities & Debt Risks, 23:00 - Conclusion.

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0:00 - Introduction
1:10 - Geopolitical Risks & Energy Markets
10:46 - Market Sentiment & Earnings Sustainability
17:03 - Consumer Spending Under Pressure
19:52 - Emerging Markets: Opportunities & Debt Risks
22:49 - Conclusion

Referenced sources:
Asia Equities Gain, Trump Slams NATO Allies (Bloomberg Daybreak: Asia Edition)
Europe Says No To Trump, Iran Diplomacy Hope Dims, Cathie Wood Talks AI & War (Bloomberg Daybreak: Europe Edition)
Lululemon's Disappointing Outlook Adds Urgency to CEO Search (Bloomberg Intelligence)
Single Best Idea With Tom Keene Alicia Levine and Will Kennedy (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Bloomberg Surveillance TV March 18th, 2026 (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Iran Vows to Retaliate; Oil and Gas Prices Soar (Bloomberg Surveillance)
Emerging Markets Stirred, But Not Yet Shaken (Exchanges)
EM Lens Shifting to Second Derivatives in EM Sovereign Debt (FICC Focus)
How Saudi Arabia's bet on Iran backfired (FT News Briefing)
The Macro Chain Reaction of Oil Shocks Bob Elliott (Forward Guidance)
War in Iran Is Redrawing the Map for Natural Gas (Odd Lots)
Nvidia Says $1T Is Coming - The Market Isn't Buying It (Prof G Markets)
Big Banks vs. Big Crypto (The Journal.)
Japan's Bull Market Takes Shape (Thoughts on the Market)
ALO34 Building an Asset Owner Mindset in Modern Pension Investing ft. Dan Mikulskis (Top Traders Unplugged)
UBS On-Air Paul Donovan Daily Audio 'Three and one from the Fed' (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)
Top of the Morning Muni Market Guide - A balancing act (UBS On-Air: Market Moves)

This episode is independent commentary and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by the sources listed above.