Money Stuff: The Podcast

Reptile Brain: ???, GS, XXI

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Apr 25, 2025
Dive into a whirlwind of topics including U.S. trade policy and the influence of Trump's rhetoric on market reactions. Discover the controversies surrounding Goldman Sachs' massive retention bonuses amidst shareholder backlash. Explore how alternative asset managers are reshaping finance by challenging traditional investment models. The conversation also lightens with humorous anecdotes about Bitcoin's volatility and the quirky challenges of turtle care, showcasing an amusing blend of finance and nature.
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ANECDOTE

Katie's Turtle Care Anecdote

  • Katie Greifeld shares a personal story about caring for baby turtles and sunning them on her roof.
  • This illustrates her simple happiness linked to the sun, likened to reptile brain thoughts.
INSIGHT

Market Hopes Trump Blinks on Tariffs

  • The stock market is reacting unpredictably to mixed signals on U.S.-China trade talks.
  • Traders seem hopeful the Trump administration will ease tariffs despite official denials of talks.
INSIGHT

The Trump Put Market Effect

  • The 'Trump put' acts as a market corridor, capping gains and providing a far-out-of-money floor.
  • It differs from the Fed's closer-to-the-money support, causing highly tactical trading.
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