Taylor Made Macro

Rupert Mitchell, known as 'Blind Squirrel Macro,' is a macro investor and former capital markets banker with vast experience across top firms. He shares his insights on creating a personal library to enhance knowledge and the significance of a generalist approach to investing. Rupert discusses the impact of AI in finance, the strategic use of ETFs, and how living in Australia can offer an edge. He also emphasizes the balance between emotional attachment and discipline in trading, and the timeless relevance of literature in enhancing trading psychology.

Geopolitical analyst Jacob Shapiro discusses scenario planning, original news sources, and ranking systems. Topics include global elections, Modi's leadership in India, apartheid in South Africa, and the impact of individual leaders. The episode emphasizes the importance of being prepared for various possibilities in geopolitics.

Warren Pies, an expert in research, discusses the importance of considering all perspectives in forming conclusions. Topics include arguing both sides like a lawyer, the significance of housing and construction in economic cycles, predicting recessions through construction employment analysis, connecting research dots for market predictions, nostalgia for simpler work, and the impact of higher short term rates on the economy.

In this podcast, Kuppy and Chase discuss inflection investing, spotting cyclical industries with secular changes. They explore the importance of position sizing and taking breaks from the markets. They also touch on travel preferences, cultural analysis of Florida, and evaluating management teams for investments.

Kevin Muir, markets scientist and mentor, discusses staying open to new ideas, systematic investing flows, and the impact of yield curve inversion. He shares must-read books for traders and the importance of adapting trading strategies based on market conditions. The conversation also touches on balancing professional success with personal fulfillment and lessons learned from misjudging tech stocks and regional banks.

Listen to an insightful discussion on systems thinking and market dynamics featuring industry expert Brent Johnson. Explore the evolution from emotional investing to a systematic approach, the impact of liquidity on predictions, and the significance of dollar strength. Gain valuable insights on contrarian views, conference hosting tips, and the value of diverse research perspectives.

Welcome to Taylor Made Macro! This episode is a quick primer to let y'all know who I am, what I do and what this podcast is going to be all about. --Pinecone Macro: https://www.pineconemacro.com/X: https://twitter.com/pineconemacroSubstack: https://substack.com/@pineconemacroresearch--Pinecone Macro Research aims to provide unique, well researched analysis of the global markets using a macro framework. --Disclaimer: --The information provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor’s particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon. You should consult your attorney or tax advisor