

Steve Eisman on the Three Big Macro Stories of Our Time
95 snips Apr 5, 2024
Steve Eisman, a senior portfolio manager at Neuberger Berman and a key figure from The Big Short, shares his insights on macro trends shaping today’s market. He identifies AI and infrastructure as long-term investment themes while outright rejecting cryptocurrency. Eisman discusses strategic opportunities linked to nearshoring and the Inflation Reduction Act. Additionally, he shares his thoughts on comic books, critiquing the recent decline of the Marvel franchise and exploring the cultural significance of comics in today’s world.
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Crypto as Speculation
- Crypto behaves inversely to its own thesis, correlating highly with Nasdaq.
- This suggests crypto is primarily used for speculation, not as a fiat currency hedge.
Key Infrastructure Themes
- Several themes are intertwined with infrastructure: onshoring, data centers, grid improvement, and greenification.
- These are turbocharged by the U.S.'s renewed industrial policy, including the IRA and IIJA.
Quanta Services Success
- Steve Eisman previously recommended Quanta Services, an infrastructure play related to electrification.
- The stock has performed well since then, highlighting his successful investment approach.