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54. Global Macro Trading 101 Feat. Wall Street's First Blind Trader

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Navigating the Transition to the Buy Side

Exploring the challenges and differences between sell side and buy side trading roles, this chapter emphasizes the importance of starting under a senior portfolio manager. It delves into the hierarchical structures and dynamics within hedge fund trading teams, highlighting the intricacies of risk-taking and the need to manage correlation risks. The discussion also touches on the decision-making processes of macro investors in adjusting risk levels and the subjective nature of risk management in the industry.

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