On The Tape with Danny Moses

Michael Green: How Do You Like Them Apples?

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Apr 23, 2025
Michael Green, Chief Strategist for Simplify Asset Management, shares his insights from decades in finance. He recalls pivotal moments like the 1987 stock market crash and stresses the impact of passive investing on market dynamics. The discussion touches on the economic repercussions of Bitcoin versus gold and the dual effects of artificial intelligence on jobs. Green also critiques current economic policies, emphasizing the need for strategic thinking in navigating today's financial landscape.
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1987 Crash Shaped Market View

  • Michael Green witnessed the 1987 crash firsthand by skipping school to watch it at home.
  • This event shaped his understanding that markets react more to forced actions than desires.
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Unintentional Big Short Success

  • Michael Green unintentionally made significant profits shorting mortgage-backed securities in 2006.
  • His hedge in the ABX exceeded losses in an equity position tied to risky condo investments.
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Profiting Off Volatility ETN Crash

  • Michael Green identified fragility in the inverse VIX market leading up to its 2018 collapse.
  • He profited by positioning in options ahead of the XIV blow-up caused by regulatory changes.
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