RenMac
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 2, 2022 • 12min
RenMac Off-Script: Payrolls, Powell & PMI
The RenMac team discusses Powell’s speech, how the payroll report threw a gut-punch into the soft-landing story, why we’re still searching for a slowdown in the economy, the expansion in the consumer discretionary sector, why the bear market may not be over, Congress shifting to omnibus now that rail strike has been averted, the GA Senate race odds, and distortion and deterioration in the crypto markets.
Nov 18, 2022 • 13min
RenMac Off-Script: MAGA is Nada
The RenMac team discusses the implications of a divided government, why the economy might not be slowing as fast as some policymakers would prefer, why a weakening dollar could strengthen economic growth, what the trajectory of BBB spreads is saying, the puzzling breakout of industrials, and the importance of consumer discretionary to bull markets.
Nov 11, 2022 • 13min
RenMac Off-Script: Election and Inflation Surprises
The RenMac team discusses the election results, whether Trump will back out of his Tuesday announcement, Ron DeSantis R nominee prospects surging, the better-than-expected CPI report, how the Fed will respond, why laggards could lead leaders, and how Thursday lit the market match.
Nov 4, 2022 • 20min
RenMac Off-Script: Why Midterms Matter For The Fed
The RenMac team discusses the latest payroll print and why it will not impact the Fed’s outlook, why the bigger risk may be the Fed underdoing it, whether Rs will have a good night or a great night, whether Biden’s speech on democracy may not resonate with voters concerned about the economy, what a divided Congress would mean for the Fed, why Powell is being set up to be the fall guy, energy, industrials, and financials relative strength, and the S&P’s response to both overbought and oversold positions.
Oct 28, 2022 • 16min
RenMac Off-Script: Breaking the Markets is Easier than the Economy
The RenMac team discusses the Republican resurgence in polls and betting markets, some concerns in the latest GDP report and how it might impact the Fed’s steps next year, why residential investment might not be as much of a drag moving forward, resetting the market to higher interest rates, the sentiment/seasonality mix, FANG pains, and the disconnect between what should be happening versus what is happening.
Oct 21, 2022 • 13min
RenMac Off-Script: This Time Is Different
The RenMac team discusses the political winds shifting in favor of Rs ahead of the midterms, how the sluggish economy is impacting the housing market, the Fed’s eventual offramp away from 75bps but maybe not 50bps, why industrials are looking good on a relative basis, and the seasonal upside opportunity vs. skeptical sentiment.
Oct 14, 2022 • 17min
RenMac Off-Script: Powell’s Pivot Pushed?
The RenMac team discusses the higher-than-expected inflation print, why the Fed will have to wait longer before pivoting, how betting markets are pricing in a higher chance of Rs winning the House and Senate, the greater odds of a GA Senate runoff, whether one day’s market reaction is the start of a broader trend, and how regional banks are looking more interesting.
Oct 7, 2022 • 17min
RenMac Off-Script: Payroll Print Won’t Prompt Powell Pivot
The RenMac team discusses why the payroll report will not change the Fed’s direction, why Powell believes higher unemployment is needed to lower inflation, taking the over on the Fed fund futures rate, October surprises impacting midterms with OPEC production cuts and Herschel Walker allegations, why seasonality is skewing towards equities, and why the decline in bond pricing may remain an issue in 2023.
Sep 30, 2022 • 18min
RenMac Off-Script: What’s the Bull Case
nMac talks about sentiment, it’s faults and features, what could go right, the valuation problem, why bonds are attractive, next week’s jobs number, and the latest on government spending bill.
Sep 23, 2022 • 18min
RenMac Off-Script: So Far, Not So Good
Renmac discusses the Fed’s neutral rate, persistent strength in employment, Neil’s personal microcosm of housing, the potential for a government shutdown, real rates and the implicit message behind Biden’s persistent gaffs.
