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Ep. 202: Alberto Gallo on Trump, Fiscal Risks, and Market Outlook

Feb 9, 2024
Alberto Gallo, Chief Investment Officer and Co-founder at Andromeda Capital Management, discusses the market focus on rate cuts, the importance of the new fiscal regime, inflation risks, political factors, populist policies, private equity, market complacency, and the intersection of markets and technology.
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Quick takeaways

  • Central banks may cut rates, but it will be gradual and not as extensive as previously priced in.
  • Politics plays a significant role in macro analysis, shaping economic policies and influencing market dynamics.

Deep dives

Shifting Narrative of Central Banks and Inflation

Investors have focused on expectations of interest rate cuts, assuming they will boost risk assets and economic growth. However, central bankers are pushing back, pointing to more persistent inflation and a cautious reaction function. The market's excitement may be overdone, leading to complacency. While central banks may cut rates, it is expected to be gradual and not as extensive as previously priced in.

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