In the latest episode of Facts vs Feelings, Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist, welcome back legendary investor Cliff Asness, Co-Founding Partner, Managing Principal, and Chief Investment Officer of AQR Capital Management. From market bubbles and speculative manias to AI-driven strategies and even Superman movies, this milestone 150th episode blends sharp market insight with candid (and fun) conversation.
Key Takeaways:
- Bubble Talk: Cliff explains why today’s markets are expensive but stop short of a true “bubble.”
- Black Swan Events: Why extreme market shocks happen far more often than statistics suggest.
- Rise of Grift: Social media and meme coins are fueling grift-like behavior in markets.
- AQR Evolution: How AQR has shifted toward data-driven models and capital efficiency.
- Portable Alpha: Insights on stacking returns and improving diversification.
- Buffer Products: Why complex downside-protection ETFs may just be expensive ways of holding cash and equities.
- Personal Stories: Cliff shares Marvel fan moments, career “what-ifs,” and parenting wisdom.
Connect with Ryan:
• LinkedIn: Ryan Detrick
• X: @ryandetrick
Connect with Sonu:
• LinkedIn: Sonu Varghese
• X: @sonusvarghese
Connect with Cliff:
• LinkedIn: Cliff Asness
• X: @CliffordAsness
Questions about the show? We’d love to hear from you! factsvsfeelings@carsongroup.com
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