Dan Rasmussen

Trey Lockerbie hosts an engaging discussion with notable guests including Josh Young, an energy expert discussing energy's role in inflation and Buffett's investments, Ian Cassell, a micro-cap investing guru highlighting the sector's past successes, and Brent Johnson, who sheds light on his intriguing dollar milkshake theory. Dan Rasmussen and Joe Brown dive into market indicators, with Joe exploring the contrarian put-call ratio. Together, they share insights on navigating the complexities of current economic conditions and investment landscapes.

Dan Rasmussen, founder of Verdad Advisers and author of "The Humble Investor," discusses compelling market insights. He explains why high bond yields may not equal high returns and the potential in undervalued international stocks. Dan explores how private equity performance hinges more on portfolio construction than manager skill. He highlights positive changes in Japanese corporate governance and assesses UK market valuations post-Brexit. With a focus on humility in investing, he challenges prevailing market assumptions, offering valuable perspectives for all investors.

Dan Rasmussen, founder and CIO of Verdad Advisers and author of "The Humble Investor," shares compelling insights into the complexities of value investing and private equity. He discusses navigating the turbulent waters of AI investments, emphasizing a balanced strategy amid fluctuating market sentiments. Rasmussen explores the rise of private credit and its risks, highlighting the overlooked micro and nano cap stocks as hidden gems. He also underscores the importance of humility in investment, advocating for an awareness of market dynamics and avoiding overconfidence.

Dan Rasmussen, Founder and Portfolio Manager of Verdad, shares his contrarian perspective on Japan's undervalued stock market. He argues that Japanese equities present some of the best valuations globally, contrasting them with overvalued US stocks. The discussion includes Japan's recent economic evolution, the impact of yield curve control, and how rising interest rates are shaping corporate earnings. Rasmussen also touches on financial literacy and emerging technologies, urging investors to reconsider opportunities beyond conventional markets.

Which economic indicator is the most reliable for confirming we’re in a crisis? According to Verdad Capital founder and portfolio manager Dan Rasmussen, it’s high-yield spreads. Identifying the key relationships across the globe isn’t hard. Formulating an approach that surfaces alpha when spreads spike is where it gets difficult. Per Rasmussen, the best way to act in such environments is through small-value equities. Rasmussen explains why it makes sense and how to time the trade in a captivating episode of The Next Big Trade. Never miss an episode of Next Big Trade - subscribe here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daniel Rasmussen, founder of Verdad Advisers and author of 'The Humble Investor', shares his unique view on investing. He argues against US tech investments and advocates for buying Polish small caps, especially with potential peace in Ukraine. Rasmussen discusses the fallacies of financial forecasting, emphasizing that despite their shortcomings, forecasts are still necessary. He highlights the advantages of value investing in international markets and warns against the AI bubble, offering a refreshing perspective on current market dynamics.

Dan Rasmussen, founder of Verdad Capital and a pioneer in quantitative investing, discusses how his firm thrives on high-quality research, having published nearly 500 pieces since 2014. He highlights the essence of authenticity in building investor relationships and the compliance nuances in research publishing. The conversation also touches on fostering human capital, learning from entrepreneurial mistakes, and employing a SaaS approach to achieving product-market fit, all while adapting to diverse investor profiles in the hedge fund landscape.

Dan Rasmussen, founder and CIO of Verdad Advisers and author of "The Humble Investor," shares his unconventional take on investing. He critiques the heightened risks in private equity and credit, emphasizing the limitations of traditional forecasting methods. The conversation delves into differing perspectives on growth investing's sustainability and the intricacies of market dynamics influenced by passive investing. Their lively debate on base rates versus marginal opportunities reveals how market perceptions can lead to contrasting, yet insightful, conclusions.

Dan Rasmussen of Verdad discusses quantitative deep value investing, challenges of small and micro stocks, correlation between size and liquidity in investing, potential improvements in the Japanese stock market, relationship between 10-K report size and investment performance, crisis strategy using high yield spreads, launching and improving a multi-strategy fund, and asset allocation, leverage, and derivatives in constructing portfolios.

Dan Rasmussen, an investing expert known for discussing the 'Great Rotation' and U.S. equity dominance, dives into the heated debate on international diversification. He highlights how interconnected today’s markets are and questions the long-term trends favoring U.S. stocks. The discussion uncovers currency exposure's role and critiques passive investing flows. With insights from top investors, the conversation explores optimal allocation strategies, market unpredictability, and the case for a globally diversified portfolio, helping listeners refine their investment approaches.