Top Traders Unplugged

Learn how to outperform benchmarks in investing, the benefits of trend following strategies, system diversification for better performance, and the importance of risk management in trading. Dive into the world of portfolio building and the value of diversified trend following systems in achieving long-term success.

Kiril Sokoloff, Legendary strategist and founder and Chairman of 13D Research, discusses the end of the bull market in bonds and the growing risks in our global economy due to rising debt and protectionism. He shares his bullish outlook on oil, copper, uranium, and gold, and highlights the opportunities in China and India. The podcast also covers the impact of AI on markets, decarbonization efforts, and the importance of studying financial history for better investing.

Finance and investment expert Andrew Beer discusses the changing role of bonds in investment portfolios and suggests considering alternative strategies like managed futures. They also touch on the performance of trend followers in the current market environment, the dangers of relying solely on calendar years for evaluating trends, and the changing role of the dollar and optimism towards the US economy. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the evolving nature of information and truth.

Frances Donald, Chief Economist and Strategist at Manulife Investment Management, discusses the structural shift in the economy, predicting a US recession in 2024 and tactical opportunities in fixed income markets. The conversation explores the shift towards a supply-driven global economy, implications for inflation and fiscal policy, and advice on macro strategy and communication skills.

Mark Rzepczynski reflects on the first month of 2024, discussing the impact of misinformation on the global economy. Topics include using price as the only data input, the role of speed in trend following, and the importance of a manager's 'personality'. They also dive into principal component analysis and the factors that drive trend following performance. New research suggests that trading more markets may produce better returns, highlighting the importance of diversification.

Amy Edmondson, Harvard Business School professor and author of The Right Kind of Wrong, The Science of Failing Well, talks about embracing failure as a learning opportunity, reframing biases, and cultivating intelligent failures for progress. The podcast also explores the intersection of Eastern philosophy and Western science, emphasizing the importance of learning to fail well and embracing personal growth.

Market expert, Alan Dunne, discusses the potential impact of a Trump win on the markets. They also discuss the importance of liquidity, the global macro picture, and the allocation to trend following in a multi-asset portfolio. The episode dives into options for gaining exposure to equities, compares drawdowns across different strategies, and explores the benefits of diversifying into non-correlated strategies.

In this episode, Casey Clark, CIO at Rockefeller Asset Management, discusses the mega trends shaping the investment landscape. They talk about the key traits of great investors, the changing macro landscape, the implications of a positive correlation between bonds and equities, the resurgence of value investing, and the greater adoption of alternatives in portfolios. They also delve into ESG investing, the diverging trends in the US and Europe, and how Rockefeller incorporates ESG into their alpha generation process. Additionally, they explore the major mega trends that will shape the economy, the challenges of the traditional portfolio, and advice for starting off in the industry.

In this episode, Katy Kaminski discusses momentum trading versus trend following, identifying convergent patterns, and her perspective on the 2023 economic transition. The hosts also touch on the Danish monarchy, industry performance, and the changing correlation between stocks and bonds.

Renowned risk management experts Dave Dredge and Cem Karsan discuss the current market climate and the importance of long volatility and owning convexity in investment views. They also tackle the consequences of government debt and the challenges faced by central banks. The speakers explore the risks of unwinding non-recourse leverage and delve into the potential impact of expanding volatility in areas like FX and equity. A must-listen for investors looking for insights into the year ahead.