David Dredge

David Dredge, a seasoned volatility strategist and author, joins to discuss how risk can be reframed as freedom. He shares his F1 brakes analogy, illustrating how protection boosts resilience in investing. Dredge critiques the traditional 60/40 portfolio, touting a 'preserve and enhance' approach for better long-term performance. He delves into the growing 'Hunger Games' dilemma for global savings amid fiscal repression and demographic shifts, arguing for convexity-focused strategies and the integration of gold and Bitcoin as protective assets.

The podcast discusses the BoJ's timid hike, fiscal dominance in bond buying, central banks' shifting views on inflation, and strategies for risk management in volatile markets. David Dredge, CIO of Convex Strategies, shares insights on portfolio positioning, utilizing convexity for risk mitigation, navigating market volatility, and recommended books for understanding economics.

David Dredge, Founder and CIO of Convex Strategies with over 30 years of risk management experience, offers intriguing insights into modern investment practices. He challenges traditional risk frameworks, advocating for a 'barbell' approach to navigate market uncertainties. Dredge highlights the significance of convexity in investment strategies, critiquing conventional measures. He also explores economic risks related to rising interest rates and emphasizes the impact of divergent investment returns, illustrating how key moments can make or break long-term growth.

David Dredge, a renowned risk analyst at Convex Strategies, shares his captivating insights from Singapore. He argues for the importance of embracing convexity in investment strategies, comparing it to insuring a house. Challenging Modern Portfolio Theory, Dredge reveals how it misdefines risk, seeing it merely as volatility. He emphasizes that true risk comes from unintended consequences and critiques regulatory complacency in financial markets. With engaging anecdotes, he illustrates how to navigate emerging markets and manage systemic risks effectively.

David Dredge, CIO and CEO of Convex Strategies, dives into the intriguing world of market volatility and risk management. He shares insights on how COVID-19 and monetary policies shape investor behavior and financial stability. Dredge discusses challenges retail investors face in accessing volatility strategies and analyzes Singapore's financial landscape amid global pressures. He critiques traditional economic models, highlighting gaps between theory and practice while exploring the implications of recent market shocks and rising living costs.