StepStone (STEP) Q1 2026 Earnings Call August 07, 2025 05:00 PM ET Speaker0Good day, and thank you for standing by. Welcome to the Fiscal Q1 StepStone Group Earnings Conference Call. At this time, all participants are in a listen only mode. After the speakers' presentation, there will be a question and answer session. To ask a question during the session, you will need to press 11 on your telephone.You will then hear an automated message advising your hand is raised. To withdraw your question, please press ...

Interest Rate Expectations and Fed Policy - The market anticipates a September rate cut with approximately a 65% probability [5] - The Fed's potential rate cut is linked to successfully navigating tariff impacts and observing inflation reports [3][6][7] - Current interest rates at 45% (implied 45%) are considered above restrictive in real terms (approximately 2%), suggesting a potential need for a rate cut [3] - The Fed is expected to provide clarity on the conditions (what), timing (when), and reasons (why) for potential rate cuts, particularly concerning tariff impacts [5][6] - Market implied inflation expectations are rangebound and consumer inflation expectations have decreased from previous highs of 6% to 7%, potentially giving the Fed leeway to cut rates if these trends continue [7][8] Market Conditions and Investment Strategy - Short-term market exuberance is noted, with the market up 30% from April lows, leading to high valuations and overbought conditions in public markets [9] - Near-term, the current moment may not be the ideal buying opportunity, but long-term investors should consider earnings growth, margins, and valuations [10] - Private markets are exhibiting meaningfully lower valuations, higher margins, and higher earnings growth compared to public markets [11] Impact of Rate Cuts and Capital Markets - A rate cut would be welcomed, especially for private market participants, as rates have already decreased by about 1% [4] - Constructive capital markets are likely to drive an uptick in M&A activity, which has already rebounded in June [12]

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