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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May 25, 2024 • 1h 3min
Si297: Trend Following as a Return Enhancement Overlay ft. Alan Dunne
Alan Dunne discusses global macro trends, quant macro strategies, and trend following as a return enhancement overlay. Topics include family office asset allocation, narrative shifts in trend following, fees in multi-strategy space, and blending trend following with Quant Macro in portfolios.
May 22, 2024 • 1h 10min
IL26: How New Technologies Will Shape the Economy ft. Koen De Leus & Philippe Gijsels
Two economic experts, Koen De Leus and Philippe Gijsels, discuss how AI and 3D printing will shape the economy, potentially creating more jobs. They also explore the trends of gold prices doubling and a super cycle for industrial metals. The conversation highlights the impact of energy transition on commodity demand and the bullish outlook on gold as a safe haven asset in uncertain times.
May 18, 2024 • 1h 4min
SI296: Is Trend Following Becoming Too Complicated? ft. Mark Rzepczynski
Financial expert Mark Rzepczynski discusses investor sentiment, trend following strategies, the impact of government policies on economies, and the complexity of being a systematic manager. He emphasizes the need to look beyond price, considers the drivers of price, and explores the VUCA framework. The conversation also touches on whether trend following is becoming too complicated.
May 15, 2024 • 1h 6min
ALO24: Managing Money Through Structural Shifts ft. Richard Urwin
Richard Urwin, Chair of the Investment Committee at Saranac Partners, discusses asset allocation based on long-term valuations, structural shifts impacting economic outlook, and opportunities in credit and alternative assets. They also cover selecting and sizing hedge funds in portfolios amidst higher interest rates.
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May 11, 2024 • 1h 1min
SI295: Trend Followers - The Unwanted Party Guests? ft. Nick Baltas
Expert in trading signal direction and portfolio construction, Nick Baltas talks about trend following, risk allocation, and equity momentum. He explains why trend followers might be considered the 'unwanted guests at the party' and the importance of allocating risk to where opportunity lies. The discussion delves into signal direction versus signal strength in portfolio construction and the power of trend following as a risk allocation tool.
May 8, 2024 • 1h 8min
ALO23: Behind the Scenes of a High Net Worth Investor ft. Tad Fallows
Tad Fallows, Founder of Long Angle, discusses high-net-worth investments, highlighting risk profiles, private equity, alternative assets, and trend following. He explores esoteric investments like whiskey aging and crypto exposure, emphasizing intuition and conviction in deals.
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May 4, 2024 • 56min
SI294: Lowering the Cost of being Long Commodities ft. Hari Krishnan
Hari Krishnan discusses the challenges of investing in commodities, the concept of commodity super cycles, overcoming holding and storage difficulties, and the value of 'virtual storage' in trend following systems.
May 1, 2024 • 1h 5min
GM60: Preparing Your Portfolio for the Second Half of 2024 ft. Christian Mueller-Glissmann
Expert Christian Mueller-Glissmann discusses 2024 capital allocation, Europe's inflation resilience, and using structured products. They analyze election cycles, advocate for trend following strategies, and highlight optimal portfolio allocation suggestions for the year.
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Apr 27, 2024 • 59min
SI293: Market Outlook for the Rest of 2024 & EOY S&P500 level ft. Cem Karsan
Cem Karsan, an expert in market outlook and global macro, shares insights on utilizing options for profit, global conflicts impact on the economy, possibilities of US rate cuts, and the impact of the US election on the economy. He discusses where he believes Equity markets will finish the year, navigating global macroeconomics, and the complex interplay of global macroeconomics, Federal Reserve policies, US politics, asset allocation strategies, market trends in relation to inflation and interest rates, and the impact of fiscal stimulus on wealth effects.
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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 7min
GM59: The Geopolitical Tug-of-War: Russia, China & the West ft. Marko Papic
Geopolitics expert Marko Papic discusses the global power dynamics between the West, Russia, and China. He explores the transition to a multipolar world order, implications of the US election, and the growing tensions between Russia and China. Marko also talks about investing in European industrials, the potential for China to invade Taiwan, and the complexities of geopolitical alliances and rivalries.
