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Hidden Forces
Reflections on Life, Markets, & Investing | Zach Abraham
Nov 27, 2023
Zach Abraham discusses his approach to investing and the disconnect between economic fundamentals and asset prices. They reflect on the impact of economic, political, and cultural changes on their lives and how they inform their economic outlook. They explore the pros and cons of remote and in-person podcast recordings. The speakers discuss their background in finance, starting a firm, risk management, market narratives, and the relationship between geopolitical events and market movements.
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- The current market is disconnected from underlying economic fundamentals, with declining revenues and increasing financial stress indicating potential market risks.
- Passive investing and a reliance on central bank interventions have led to a risk-blind market, emphasizing liquidity over fundamentals and macro factors.
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Concerns about market valuations and economic indicators
There are growing concerns about market valuations and economic indicators indicating potential market risks. The current market seems to be disconnected from underlying economic fundamentals. A significant disconnect is observed between corporate revenues and GDP growth, with many companies reporting declining revenues. Jobless claims, manufacturing PMIs, and economic data point towards a slowdown in the economy. Delinquencies and default rates among the 40 and under crowd are increasing, especially on big-ticket items, signaling significant financial stress. Additionally, the commercial real estate market, particularly office space, is experiencing write-downs, and excess savings rates are collapsing. These factors, along with the lack of central bank support, suggest a potential downward trajectory for the market and an impending economic recession.
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