Top Traders Unplugged
Niels Kaastrup-Larsen
Discover the fascinating world of investing with Niels Kaastrup-Larsen and his remarkable co-hosts. Each week, we bring you compelling conversations with legendary investors, leading economists, masterful traders, and forward-thinking thought leaders. From Trend Following and Global Macro to Geo-Politics, Commodities, Quant Investing, Crypto, and Volatility, we uncover the strategies, stories, and lessons behind their success. Gain actionable insights from industry veterans as we celebrate their achievements and learn from their challenges. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving landscape of investing - tune in weekly and elevate your financial knowledge. For the latest episodes and expert insights, visit https://toptradersunplugged.com
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Aug 3, 2024 • 1h 8min
SI307: The Unpinning of Volatility & How to Prepare for What is Coming ft. Cem Karsan
In this engaging discussion, Cem Karsan, a volatility expert, dives into the current state of the volatility market and its implications for investors. He reveals how recent U.S. election events could reshape economic outcomes. Karsan compares volatility trading to an Olympic sport, showcasing the skill required to navigate market shifts. He emphasizes understanding flow in financial systems and preparing portfolios for volatility. The conversation also touches on factors like the dollar-yen carry trade and potential inflationary challenges, offering valuable insights for savvy investors.
Jul 31, 2024 • 58min
IL28: The Transformation of the 21st Century Economy ft. Ernest Scheyder
Ernest Scheyder, an award-winning Reuters journalist and author, dives into the critical nature of lithium and copper in the green energy transition. He reveals the paradox of mining's benefits versus its environmental costs, emphasizing innovative extraction techniques and the challenges of sustainable practices. The conversation also addresses complex relationships between corporations and Indigenous peoples, shedding light on urgent issues of ethical mining and cultural preservation. Scheyder's insights offer a nuanced perspective on the future of energy and resource management.
Jul 27, 2024 • 1h 6min
SI306: If Trend Following was an Olympic Sport... ft. Mark Rzepczynski
Mark Rzepczynski, a seasoned expert in trend following and quantitative easing, delves into the dynamic world of investment strategies. He discusses how the issuance of treasury bills influences quantitative easing and the evolving views on inflation. Rzepczynski emphasizes the value of building robust trading systems over models, and explores the interplay between stocks and bonds in portfolios. The conversation highlights the impact of AI on trend following, while examining cognitive biases like the hot hand fallacy that shape investor decisions.
Jul 24, 2024 • 1h 7min
GM66: Trump Trade and the 3 Legged Stool ft. MacroAlf & Cem Karsan
Financial expert Alfonso Peccatiello and Cem Karsan discuss the challenging macroeconomic environment, impacts of debts, wealth inequality, new tariffs, weaker Dollar, Gold and Bitcoin prospects. Insights on interest rates, central bank policies, geopolitical tensions, and potential effects of a Trump presidency on the global economy. Exploring macro investing, underestimation of political policies, and staying informed in a global macro-driven world.
Jul 19, 2024 • 1h 3min
SI305: Building A Hedge Fund Allocation ft. Alan Dunne
Hedge fund expert Alan Dunne discusses the U.S. election's impact on the economy and markets, advice for starting a trend following fund, and the increasing performance fees in the CTA space. They delve into building a robust hedge fund portfolio, dual mandates of managed futures strategies, and the use of 'delay' by trend managers to smooth returns.
Jul 17, 2024 • 1h 3min
GM65: Why Fed Will Raise Rates Next Year ft. Adam Posen
Former central banker Adam Posen discusses the economic outlook, monetary policy, and global central banking. He explains why rate cuts are unlikely next year, the challenges of inflation targeting, and the impact of fiscal policy. Posen also explores potential fiscal crisis risks, sustained higher interest rates, and the implications for the global economy.
Jul 13, 2024 • 1h 7min
SI304: Taking the Trend Following Temperature with Man AHL ft. Graham Robertson
Guest Graham Robertson from Man AHL discusses trend following trends, performance in diverse markets, importance of trend following in portfolios, access to Chinese markets, ESG considerations, commodities diversification, AI in trading, and capped equity strategy.
Jul 10, 2024 • 49min
OI09: The Key to Trend Following Success ft. Cole Wilcox
Cole Wilcox from Longboard Asset Management discusses systematic trend following strategies for single stocks, emphasizing the importance of cutting losses and participating in upside moves. They cover challenges in portfolio construction, active downside risk management, leveraging, and optimizing portfolio composition for consistent success. The episode highlights the benefits of trend following in small and mid-cap stocks and the significance of discipline and process in trading.
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Jul 6, 2024 • 1h 1min
SI303: The Unstoppable Volpocalypse ft. Cem Karsan & Alan Dunne
Global macro expert Cem Karsan and Alan Dunne delve into market volatility, options trading strategies, wealth effect, elections impact, and global implications of the US election. They discuss the market microstructure, volatility dynamics, market breadth, potential market decline post-August, and trading strategies amidst increasing volatility.
Jul 3, 2024 • 57min
GM64: Why the Economy is Vulnerable to Recession ft. Claudia Sahm
Claudia Sahm, Chief Economist at New Century Advisors, discusses the vulnerability of the economy to recession. They analyze conflicting macroeconomic data, the decline in inflation, and the shift towards active fiscal policies. They also explore the implications of debt sustainability for the next US administration.
