We’re doubling down on the knowledge and taking you through the high-stakes world of Volatility with a special “Derivative Podcast” straight from the world’s entertainment capital, Las Vegas. Join host Jeff Malec and our panel industry heavyweights Cem Karsan @jam_croissant, Luke Rahbari @luke_rahbari, and Zed Francis as they delve into the intriguing market dynamics and […]
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Jun
2023
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Jun
2023
Replicating Babies, Trend Following, Hedge Funds, and Warren Buffet with Corey Hoffstein
If a replicant in the 1980s sci-fi classic Blade Runner was a genetically engineered, bio-enhanced person with para-physical capabilities, “composed entirely of organic substance,” created for slave labor – what does that make Corey Hoffstein @choffstein and his takes on replicating? On this episode of The Derivative, we’re joined by the model flirting, possible replicant, […]
08
Jun
2023
Global EQD ’23 Breakdown with Jason Buck (part 1)
Didn’t get the chance to head to Vegas for the Global EQD conference. No worries. We’ve got you covered. We’re teaming up with the one and only Jason Buck (@jasoncbuck) of Mutiny Funds (@MutinyFunds), he of many volatility-focused podcasts and manager of a long vol fund of funds. Together, Jeff and Jason walk through […]
05
Jun
2023
Asset Class Scoreboard: May 2023
While most major asset classes struggled in May, U.S. stocks managed to eke out small gains, driven by strength in large tech companies. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Hedge funds and bonds both posted small losses for the month. Hedge funds returned -0.65% while bonds declined 1.16% according to the data. Despite […]
01
Jun
2023
The Current state of Commercial Real Estate: Armageddon or Overblown? Setting things straight with Matt Lasky of Equity Velocity Funds
We’re back! Hitting first up with the question of where the current state of Commercial Real Estate is at since COVID. Is the market coming back? Were the hits too hard with everyone out of the office? We’re looking at all the aftermath with Matt Lasky (@MattLasky) of Equity Velocity Funds, where the pain points […]
15
May
2023
MUTUAL FUND PERFORMANCE: APRIL
The focus of the April market action was similar to March, and all eyes were on monetary policy. Would the layoffs and banking issues constitute enough pain for the Fed to alter course in trying to control inflation? Stock and bonds mostly went sideways. Commodities were mixed with choppy market action, with the exception of […]
11
May
2023
Adding Spreads and Options to Trend Following, with Moritz Seibert
We’re back in the trend space this week, diving into the pros and cons of classic trend following, as well as exploring new methods of trend, including building new “markets” with calendar spread data, and trying to reduce the infamous trend open trade givebacks with some option trades. Not to mention some talk on how […]
04
May
2023
AI isn’t coming…it’s already here, with Adam Butler and Taylor Pearson
How fast is the fast-moving world of AI moving after the launch of Chat GPT and crazy pace of new apps and tools. It turns out…. Really Fast! There’s AI tools that can write blog posts, create images, act like a hedge fund lawyer, review a disclosure document, and more. All of it brings up […]
27
Apr
2023
Alt (Digital) Trend Following with Sarah Schroeder of Coinbase Asset Mgmt.
How do you get a job at a top quant shop? With a little love from grandma?! How do you navigate a systematic strategy in the fast-moving world of digital assets? On this episode of The Derivative, Sarah Schroeder of Coinbase Asset Management (formerly One River Digital) covers a range of topics related to crypt/digital […]
26
Apr
2023
Helping money managers develop understanding in China
Z-Ben Advisors’ recent rankings of the top firms engaging China provide invaluable insights into this crucial market. As China rises, Z-Ben helps money managers develop an actionable understanding of China’s dynamics, cutting through the hype. Says Z-Ben’s MD, “For most global players, the excitement of China as an opportunity now matches the hassle of getting […]
