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Alpha Exchange

Corey Hoffstein, CIO, Newfound Research

Jul 17, 2023
Join John Reynolds, founder of Electric Bigger and cultural commentator, as he shares insights on Germany's upcoming snap election. The discussion delves into the country’s obsession with frugality, revealing how this 'fetish for fiscal restraint' shapes political decisions and economic policies. John highlights the ongoing crisis in the German automotive industry and the rise of extremist parties, while pondering how new leadership might shift Germany's approach to growth and investment. Will this election redefine Germany's role in Europe?
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Quick takeaways

  • Diversification is the only free lunch for investors, and return stacking can optimize portfolio efficiency.
  • Liquidity cascades, influenced by central bank actions, passive investing, and volatility-contingent strategies, impact market dynamics.

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The Evolution of Corey Hofstein's Career

Corey Hofstein, the CIO of newfound research, discusses how his early passion for video games and computer science led him to a career in finance. He shares his journey from teaching himself programming languages to pursuing a master's degree in computational finance. Corey explains how he found his niche in the quant finance space, where he can marry his love for computer science with his interest in markets.

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