Unlimited Alpha

Aug 11, 2023

Topics discussed in this podcast include: running money at Bridgewater, global macro investing, labor market analysis, why hedge funds are typically bearish, the impact of inflation on productivity and investment, the relationship between wages and productivity, analyzing labor market data, driving experiences on Midwest highways, the connection between consumer spending and income growth, demographic factors affecting bond yields, fees and costs in accessing alternative investment funds, the benefits of a systematic approach, and podcast and basketball recommendations.

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Introduction

00:00 • 2min

Portnoy: The Greatest Deal Maker?

01:52 • 5min

Discussion on an ETF with Slow Growth and Significant Losses

06:55 • 2min

Introduction, Disclaimer, and Sponsor Mention

08:25 • 2min

Introducing Shawn and discussing Michael's reaction to a chart

09:58 • 5min

From Scrappy to Successful: The Growth of Bridge Water

15:22 • 13min

The Impact of Inflation on Productivity and Investment

28:07 • 8min

Wages, Productivity, and Social Media Compensation

36:11 • 14min

Analyzing the Discrepancy between Soft Data and Hard Data in Labor Markets

50:30 • 2min

Driving Experiences on Midwest Highways

52:17 • 2min

The Relationship Between Consumer Spending, Consumer Credit, and Income Growth

53:51 • 12min

Demographic Factors and Investor Dynamics Affecting Bond Yields

01:05:39 • 7min

Fees and Costs in Accessing Alternative Investment Funds

01:12:47 • 12min

The Benefits of a Systematic Approach and Favorite Podcasts

01:24:47 • 2min

Podcast Recommendations and Basketball Talk

01:26:37 • 8min

On episode 105 of The Compound and Friends, Michael Batnick and Downtown Josh Brown are joined by Bob Elliott to discuss: Bob's time running money at Bridgewater, CPI, global macro, the labor market, why hedge funds are typically bearish, and much more!

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