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Excess Returns

Passive Investing, Inflation and the Bifurcated Economy with Mike Green

Jul 11, 2024
Mike Green, expert in passive investing, discusses the impact of passive investing on markets, risks from increased options usage and the short volatility trade. He also shares his views on inflation, recession risks, Fed policy, and the bifurcation in the economy. Mike's thought-provoking perspectives cover a wide range of market dynamics and risks.
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  • Passive investing's impact on markets explored through academic research and risk implications.
  • Increased options usage post-2020 analyzed for effects on market behavior and volatility.

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Impact of Passive Investing in Markets

Passive investing's influence on markets is discussed in the podcast, highlighting recent academic research and implications. The impact of passive investing on large vs. small stocks, systematic allocation strategies, and market dynamics is analyzed. Insights include the significance of least elastic stocks, implications of systematic rebalancing, and the shift towards total market portfolios.

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