Unchained Bits + Bips: Trump Has Spread Uncertainty Across All Markets. What’s Next? - Ep. 798
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Mar 12, 2025 Travis Kling, CIO of Ikigai Asset Management with a decade of hedge fund experience, joins the discussion on today’s chaotic markets. He delves into the unpredictable effects of Trump’s policies, inflation concerns, and their impact on various asset classes. Kling explores whether the current downturn is temporary or a long-lasting trend. The conversation highlights the complexity of navigating the crypto landscape amidst political uncertainty, revealing how investor sentiment is shaped by shifting macroeconomic signals.
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Market Bloodbath
- The market downturn affects not just crypto, but equities and bonds as well.
- This broad sell-off indicates a larger market concern, not isolated to a single asset class.
Trump Uncertainty
- Trump's unpredictable policies create uncertainty in the market.
- Multiple cross-currents, like tariffs and Doge cuts, make it hard to predict market direction.
Momentum Correction
- Thematic stocks, particularly those with high momentum, are experiencing a correction.
- This correction is driven by a shift away from story-based investing and inflated valuations.