Top Traders Unplugged TTU12: The Philosophy, Habits and Personal Traits Required to Excel in the Hedge Fund Industry ft. Mathias Bucher of AllMountainCapital – 2of2
Jul 10, 2014
In this episode, Dr. Mathias Bucher, Co-Founder of AllMountainCapital, talks about stop loss, risk management, and exit strategies. He shares how he turns the stress of drawdowns into creative power. They discuss research cycles, business development, and market positioning. Dr. Bucher explains why they base their business in Wollerau and the challenges of growing a young CTA firm. He also talks about the industrialization of the global financial system and the human traits needed to excel in the CTA industry.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Importance of Volatility and Correlations in Trading
02:34 • 21min
Implementation of a long-term automated strategy and the benefits of a tax-efficient location
23:22 • 3min
Challenges and Trends in the Hedge Fund Industry
26:05 • 14min
Reflections on Starting Out and Diversification
39:53 • 2min
Predictions for the Future of the City Industry and a Fun Fact
42:09 • 2min
Concluding the Conversation and Providing Contact Information
44:28 • 2min