Rupert Mitchell, author of The Blind Squirrel Macro Newsletter, joins industry expert Paul Krake for an engaging discussion. They explore the current market conditions and surprising reactions to Federal Reserve announcements. The conversation dives into investment strategies amidst economic volatility, the complexities of tariffs, and the role of copper in renewable energy. They also tackle electric vehicle adoption hurdles, the future of the euro, and the challenges facing IPOs and unicorn companies, all sprinkled with humor and insightful analysis.

Rupert Mitchell, a former investment banker experienced in Chinese IPOs, discusses how cheaply produced Chinese EVs will impact the global market. He touches on topics like tires, refiners, gold miners, and the dominance of China in the electric vehicle industry. Mitchell explains the potential 'bloodbath' awaiting middle-market global EV makers due to Chinese competition.

Rupert Mitchell, a market expert and author of Blind Squirrel Macro, shares intriguing insights on global markets. He discusses his recent short strategy on Tesla, the hidden losses in tech companies due to stock-based compensation, and thematic ETF risks. Rupert highlights market leadership shifts, particularly among MAG7 stocks, and explores renewed investor interests in China and India. He also emphasizes the importance of disciplined options trading and the evolving landscape of global investments.

Kevin catches up with Rupert Mitchell, author of Blind Squirrel Macro. They discuss problems in private equity and credit, the phenomenon of not marking books to market, concerns about market knowledge among institutional investors, skepticism towards private credit, aggressive US competition in Europe, closed-end fund analysis and trade opportunities, and Rupert Mitchell's weekly note and podcast.

Rupert Mitchell, known as 'Blind Squirrel Macro,' is a macro investor and former capital markets banker with vast experience across top firms. He shares his insights on creating a personal library to enhance knowledge and the significance of a generalist approach to investing. Rupert discusses the impact of AI in finance, the strategic use of ETFs, and how living in Australia can offer an edge. He also emphasizes the balance between emotional attachment and discipline in trading, and the timeless relevance of literature in enhancing trading psychology.