Victor Haghani, founder of Elm Wealth and a pioneer in dynamic index investing, discusses the evolution of investment strategies after 2011. He argues for a rational, principle-based approach to asset allocation, emphasizing simplicity in forecasting returns. Victor explains the critical balance between risky and safe assets while navigating equity market risks. He delves into the role of discount rates and earnings expectations in market volatility and critiques traditional portfolio management, advocating for adaptive strategies that focus on risk-adjusted returns.

Victor Haghani, the Founder and CIO of Elm Partners, dives deep into the volatile world of leveraged ETFs, particularly those tied to MicroStrategy and Bitcoin. He discusses the staggering risk investors face with products like MSTU and MSTX, detailing scenarios of potential massive losses. The conversation also explores the intricate relationship between MicroStrategy’s premium and Bitcoin prices. Haghani touches on new financial products targeting innovative strategies, making a compelling case for careful consideration in today’s high-risk trading landscape.