Bob Litterman

Bob Litterman, a pivotal figure in quantitative finance and former partner at Goldman Sachs, shares insights on the evolution of risk management and investing strategies. He discusses the carry trade liquidity crisis of 2024, drawing parallels with the 2007 quant crisis. Litterman advocates for the importance of carbon taxes and introduces his E-Z climate carbon pricing model to combat climate risks. The conversation delves into navigating market volatility and the significance of understanding crowded trades in quantitative investing.

Bob Litterman, financial risk expert and climate policy leader, discusses the urgency of global emission reduction incentives. Emphasizing the time sensitivity of climate risk, he advocates for proactive risk management. The conversation explores carbon pricing strategies, clean energy investments, and the role of financial systems in addressing climate change.

In this discussion, Bob Litterman, a founding partner at Kepos Capital and a former Goldman Sachs leader, dives into the intricacies of pricing climate risk. He emphasizes the urgent need for carbon pricing and innovative investment strategies amidst the climate crisis. Litterman shares insights on applying risk management principles to model carbon emissions and advocates for policies like carbon taxes to support sustainable practices. His reflections on the role of finance in combating climate change and the importance of aligning investments with sustainability are both thought-provoking and urgent.