Prometheus Podcast

Victor Haghani, founder of Elm Wealth and a notable figure from Long-Term Capital Management, shares his expertise in wealth management. He breaks down their systematic approach to asset allocation, emphasizing the significance of expected returns and dynamic index investing. Victor introduces their new ETF, ELM Market Navigator, designed for tax efficiency and lower volatility. He highlights the importance of adapting strategies based on personal beliefs and market dynamics, advocating for a disciplined yet flexible investment framework.

Bob Elliott, Co-Founder, CEO, and CIO of Unlimited Funds, shares his wealth of knowledge from his time at Bridgewater Associates. He dives into the mechanics of hedge fund index replication and the launch of a new macro ETF aimed at everyday investors. Elliott discusses how to identify non-consensus views for alpha generation, the importance of diverse assessment tools in evaluating market growth expectations, and strategic insights on gold as a diversifying asset. His analysis provides a rich perspective on navigating today’s complex economic landscape.

Danny Dayan, a seasoned private investor and former hedge fund manager, shares his profound insights into macro markets. He discusses the significant impact of demographic shifts on spending and investment, particularly how baby boomers' retirement influences the economy. Danny also dives into the complexities of current financial conditions, exploring risks like stagflation and rising tariffs. He emphasizes innovative investment strategies and the importance of adapting to evolving market data, all while adding a dash of humor from his social media experiences.

After a two-year hiatus, we’re excited to announce that we are bringing back the Prometheus Podcast. To kick off our first episode, we’re joined by our friend Andy Constan of Damped Spring. Andy’s the founder and CIO of Damped Spring Advisors, with a long track record at some of the top macro hedge funds in the world, including Bridgewater and Brevan Howard.In this episode, Aahan and Andy dive into Andy’s investment framework — from the structuring beta and alpha portfolios to the role of risk premium, positioning, and the evolving interaction between fiscal and monetary policy. They also discuss the macro backdrop and evaluate the most attractive reward-to-risk opportunities using Andy’s framework. This conversation was equally educational and actionable, and we’re sure you’ll enjoy it, so make sure to give it a listen. Until next time. Get full access to Prometheus Research at www.prometheus-macro.com/subscribe