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A world of opportunity: Rob Citrone’s best ideas

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May 22, 2025
Rob Citrone, founder of Discovery Capital Management and seasoned macro investor, shares his high-conviction investment strategies and the significance of short selling for risk management. He offers a bullish outlook on U.S. markets and highlights the untapped investment potential in Latin America amid political shifts. Citrone discusses blending top-down and bottom-up approaches in investing, the impact of a structured morning routine on trading decisions, and insights from his personal journey, including his connection to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
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US Economy Boom in 2026

  • Rob Citrone sees 2026 as a potential boom year for the U.S. economy driven by tax cuts and private sector strength.
  • He views current recessions as "fake" and expects firm company expansions and reassuring office occupancy soon.
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Bullish on Latin America

  • Rob is highly bullish on Latin America due to cheap assets and market-oriented political shifts.
  • He highlights multiple asset classes there where investors can earn significant returns, amidst upcoming elections.
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Power of the Short Side

  • The short side of investing remains a valuable, though less practiced, risk management tool.
  • Discovery nailed the timing on shorting regional banks before their collapse, significantly aiding returns.
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