SI336: How to Invest in Turbulent Times? ft. Graham Robertson

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Feb 22, 2025

Graham Robertson, a trend-following expert from Man AHL, shares valuable insights on investing amid today's volatile markets. He emphasizes the need for adaptive strategies to thrive against major market players. The discussion highlights the disconnect between price and value, showcasing emerging opportunities, especially in alternative markets. Graham also explores the effectiveness of trend-following strategies and the concept of portable alpha, which aids investors in diversifying and enhancing returns during uncertainty. A must-listen for navigating turbulent financial landscapes!

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Increased Geopolitical Awareness

Graham Robertson emphasizes the heightened geopolitical engagement, particularly regarding Ukraine and Russia.
He finds this increased interest, especially among younger generations, to be a positive development.

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Unfiltered Information

Robertson believes that unfiltered information dissemination, especially through podcasts, is beneficial.
He sees this as a way to understand people's genuine thoughts, unfiltered by traditional media.

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Diverse Market Opportunities

Robertson highlights the potential of trading across diverse global markets to capture unique trends.
He uses the example of European energy markets, influenced by low inventories, cold weather, and low wind, as an opportunity for trend followers.

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With global market dynamics shifting rapidly and geopolitical noise reaching new heights, how can investors adapt and thrive? In this episode, we explore why an adaptive approach is crucial for navigating today’s turbulent financial landscape. Our conversation delves into the challenges investors face when competing against dominant market players and how trend-following strategies can shine in times of crisis. We also examine the often-overlooked disconnect between price and value - and how this mismatch might actually present fresh opportunities. Join us for an insightful discussion with Graham Robertson from Man AHL, as we unpack these critical insights and explore why trend following remains a powerful tool for generating "crisis alpha." Buckle up for a fascinating conversation!

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Episode TimeStamps:

01:11 - What has caught our attention recently?

03:27 - Are kids too worried about the state of the world?

05:58 - Our current observations on trend

10:54 - How to capture the moves in the European energy markets

13:05 - Valuable insights on alternative markets

17:11 - Are alternative markets trending better?

23:02 - The state of liquidity in the industry

25:52 - How Man AHL approaches crypto

29:47 - Industry performance update

31:42 - Q1, Rick: Is a cross-over system typically the primary tool for Trend?

37:14 - The origins of breakout systems

41:36 - The taxi driver problem

46:15 - Using trend as a alternative defensive strategy

50:27 - Are investors expecting more from trend following?

53:35 - Defensive equities and the impact of Deepseek

57:59 - The disconnect between price and value

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