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Jeff deGraaf, Neil Dutta, & Stephen Pavlick
Stock market commentary from Wall St thought leaders in strategy, economics, technical analysis and policy. Disclaimer ..........This Podcast Audio Show has been prepared by Renaissance Macro Research, LLC (“RenMac”), an affiliate of Renaissance Macro Securities, LLC.This Podcast Audio Show is for distribution only as may be permitted by law. It is published solely for information purposes; it is not an advertisement nor is it a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any financial instruments or to participate in any particular trading strategy. No representation or warranty, either express or implied, is provided in relation to the accuracy, completeness or reliability of the information contained in this document. The information is not intended to be a complete statement or summary of the markets, economy or other developments referred to in the Podcast Audio Show. Any opinions expressed in this Podcast Audio Show may change without notice. Any statements contained in this Podcast Audio Show attributed to a third party represent RenMac's interpretation of the data, information and/or opinions provided by that third party either publicly or through a subscription service, and such use and interpretation have not been reviewed by the third party.Nothing in this Podcast Audio Show constitutes a representation that any investment strategy or recommendation is suitable or appropriate to an investor’s individual circumstances or otherwise constitutes a personal recommendation. Investments involve risks, and investors should exercise prudence and their own judgment in making their investment decisions. The value of any investment may decline due to factors affecting the securities markets generally or particular industries. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Neither RenMac nor any of its directors, employees or agents accepts any liability for any loss (including investment loss) or damage arising out of the use of all or any of the information.Any information stated in this Podcast Audio Show is for information purposes only and does not represent valuations for individual securities or other financial instruments. Different assumptions by RenMac or any other source may yield substantially different results. The analysis contained in this document is based on numerous assumptions and are not all inclusive. Copyright © Renaissance Macro Research, LLC. 2019. All rights reserved. All material presented in this Podcast Audio Show, unless specifically indicated otherwise, is under copyright to Renaissance Macro Research, LLC. None of the material, nor its content, nor any copy of it, may be altered in any way, or transmitted to or distributed to any other party, without the prior express written permission of Renaissance Marco Research, LLC.
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Dec 12, 2025 • 54min
RenMac Off-Script: Fed Forecast Folly
Nick Timiraos, Chief Economics Correspondent for The Wall Street Journal, dives into the Federal Reserve's recent decisions and the complex communications surrounding them. He discusses how the January jobs report will influence potential rate cuts and the role of hawkish dissents in shaping policy. Nick also weighs in on upcoming Fed Chair succession and its implications for credibility. The conversation touches on labor market dynamics, emerging market strength in metals, and the limited Fed focus on cryptocurrencies. It's a rich exploration of monetary policy intricacies!
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Dec 5, 2025 • 44min
RenMac Off-Script: Why The Maestro Matters
The discussion delves into the Fed's vital forecasting skills amidst rising unemployment and a cooling economy. Tensions rise as the U.S. intensifies pressure on Maduro, while data-center stocks face unexpected downturns. The team also explores the implications of tariffs, Japan's investment strategies, and evolving market dynamics. Furthermore, they address the potential for AI-driven job displacement and highlight the shifting construction landscape. Keep an eye on the Fed meeting for critical developments ahead!
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Nov 28, 2025 • 42min
RenMac Off-Script: Stewie Can't Be Fed Chair
The discussion kicks off with insights on consumer weakness impacting discretionary stocks ahead of the holidays. Oversold signals in SPACs, semis, and Bitcoin suggest potential market shifts. A debate ensues over the implications of 'hawkish cuts' from the Fed as data falters. Geopolitical tensions, especially regarding Taiwan, are explored. The hosts speculate on potential Fed Chair candidates, emphasizing the importance of political optics and institutional norms. Finally, concerns over tariffs and their effect on margins in 2026 add to the economic outlook.
Nov 21, 2025 • 39min
RenMac Off-Script: Tequila Soaked Nights
The hosts dive into the market's sharp downturn and explain the implications of an outside reversal. Discussions revolve around oversold signals in tech and Bitcoin, with predictions for future performance. There's debate on the Fed's policy risks amid rising unemployment and potential tariff rollbacks as economic levers for the administration. AI's impact on utility costs is examined, along with insights into market behaviors and the ongoing dynamics of banking liquidity. The panel wraps up with forecasts for the coming week.
Nov 14, 2025 • 40min
RenMac Off-Script: Trad(ing) Tensions
Trade expert Kellyanne Shaw shares her insights on a recent whirlwind of global trade deals and the White House's strategic tariff recalibrations aimed at easing consumer costs ahead of the midterms. She discusses the shift from Asian to Western Hemisphere trade, evaluates the potential of bilateral deals in reducing the U.S. trade deficit, and links tariff adjustments to political motivations. Shaw also emphasizes how voter sentiment, alongside market trends, will influence future trade policies.
Nov 7, 2025 • 46min
RenMac Off-Script: A Probabilities Business
Explore the rising layoff signals and a Fed seemingly oblivious to soft labor data. Delve into Trump's tariff maneuvers and the potential pushback from Congress and SCOTUS. Unpack the disconnect between affordability issues and political rhetoric, while analyzing market breadth through 52-week highs and lows. Discover why crypto is stalling and how missing payroll reports complicate economic visibility. Plus, examine the implications of the government shutdown on the economy.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 54min
RenMac Off-Script: Enough Bad to Be Good
In this insightful discussion, veteran Wall Street journalist Mike Santoli shares his expertise on market resilience despite macro concerns. He reveals how Powell's 'hawkish cut' has impacted mortgage rates and explores the paradox of an AI boom amidst a housing recession. They delve into the dynamics between trend and momentum markets and caution against the risks associated with private credit growth. Additionally, Santoli highlights the shifts in corporate debt due to AI investments and the implications of consumer credit expectations for small businesses.
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Oct 24, 2025 • 32min
RenMac Off-Script: Bubble Bandwagons
The hosts dive into a surprisingly low CPI print that hints at potential Fed rate cuts. They explore how weak rents and job slowdowns are driving disinflation. The conversation shifts to Trump's aggressive trade strategies and their muted effect on inflation. Jeff highlights signs of a gold bubble, warning of ETF inflows as potential warning signals. Additionally, they discuss the impact of a government shutdown on data and what to expect from upcoming trade negotiations during Trump’s Asia trip.
Oct 17, 2025 • 41min
RenMac Off-Script: Shooting The Hostages
RenMac unpacks rising credit concerns as regional bankswobble and private equity stress builds, contrasting credit risk with last year’s duration scare. Jeff draws upon lessons from Sir Isaac Newton’s South Sea bubble FOMO as today’s liquidity and AI enthusiasm risk repeating history, while Neil flags widening cracks in labor markets and a still-too-tight Fed. Pavs updates the prolonged shutdown, Trump’s trade maneuvers ahead of a Xi meeting, and Washington’s focus on growth over regulation amid geopolitical tension and market froth.
Oct 16, 2025 • 42min
RenMac Legends Podcast with Michelle Meyer
Neil Dutta recently caught up with Michelle Meyer, Chief Economist at the MasterCard Economics Institute. From her perch at MasterCard, Michelle has a front seat to the US consumer. In this episode of the RenMac Legends Podcast, we talk about consumer trends and what's driving the recent strength, the benefits of large private sector data sets given the data fog due to the government shutdown, and a get into a bit of a back and forth on housing as well.Michelle was a former colleague of mine at Bank of America Merrill Lynch under Ethan Harris and then ran the US Econ Team at B of A before heading to MasterCard. Here’s our conversation:
