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Andrew Beer

Experienced allocator and hedge fund industry commentator focused on systematic strategies, replication, and multi-strategy hedge fund design; featured guest on this episode to discuss portfolio construction in today’s markets.

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May 17, 2025 • 1h 15min

SI348: The Quiet Cost of Overfitting ft. Andrew Beer

Andrew Beer, a managing member at Dynamic Beta Investments and expert on alternative investments, joins to discuss the challenges facing trend following strategies. He highlights how recent complexities and short-term models may be undermining their effectiveness. The conversation delves into the effects of political volatility and allocator fatigue, advocating for a return to foundational principles rather than chasing innovation. Through engaging anecdotes, Andrew emphasizes the need for resilience in trading amidst a tumultuous market landscape.
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Sep 27, 2025 • 1h 7min

SI367: Portfolio Design in a Distorted World ft. Andrew Beer

Andrew Beer, a seasoned allocator and hedge fund commentator, joins to dissect today’s perplexing market dynamics. Despite equities soaring, the global backdrop feels unstable. They dig into Bouchard’s inelastic market hypothesis, examine CalPERS' shift towards Total Portfolio thinking, and discuss the structural intricacies within multi-strategy hedge funds. The conversation highlights why multi-strats continue to succeed against the odds, while exploring market complacency and the quiet shifts that could reshape investing landscapes.
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Mar 15, 2025 • 1h 20min

SI339: CTAs vs ETFs: The Showdown That Could Change Everything ft. Andrew Beer and Tom Wrobel

Andrew Beer, a systematic investing expert, teams up with Tom Wrobel, a CTA indices specialist, to dissect the changing landscape of global markets. They delve into the rise of ETFs and the shifting dynamics that challenge traditional investing approaches. Key discussions include navigating market volatility, the complexities of fee structures, and the balance between strategic and tactical asset allocation. With insights on trend-following strategies and the role of managed futures, this conversation is a must-listen for investors seeking to adapt in a fast-evolving environment.
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Jul 26, 2025 • 1h 13min

SI358: Why the Best Trend Models Might Be the Simplest Ones ft. Tom Wrobel & Andrew Beer

Tom Wrobel, a macro and discretionary investment strategist from London, and Andrew Beer, a trend replication expert based in Greece, delve into the evolving landscape of trend following. They discuss new research suggesting a shift towards simpler, slower models, raising questions about the future of Commodity Trading Advisors. Andrew critiques the complexity of many strategies, arguing that they may obscure true value and increase costs. This insightful conversation highlights the risks investors face as they navigate increasingly intricate trading methods.
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Jan 4, 2025 • 1h 28min

SI329: CTAs: Innovation Meets Legacy & the BlackRock Effect ft. Andrew Beer & Tom Wrobel

Join Andrew Beer, a managed futures expert, and Tom Wrobel from SocGen as they delve into the evolving world of CTAs. They discuss the urgent need to reshape narratives around trend-following strategies for investors. The duo explores BlackRock's new actively managed ETF, examining its potential impact on portfolio allocations. They also touch on innovative ESG-compliant products designed to attract cautious investors. With valuable insights on market adaptation and the future of systematic investing, this conversation is a must-listen.

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