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 […]
Category: Trend Following and Systematic Strategies
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 […]
13
Apr
2023
Stories for Traders: A Trend followers’ journey through it all with Andrew Strasman of Totem Asset Group
Have you ever wondered how successful traders make their fortunes in the markets? In this episode of The Derivative Podcast, we explore the world of trend following with a master in the field, Andrew Strasman. Here first-hand about his journey as a trend follower, from his early days in the trading pit to his experience […]
30
Mar
2023
Searching for Volatile Macro Environments with Alfonso Peccatiello, The Macro Compass
What was the short-lived SVB baking crisis all about? Has it forced the Fed’s hand? Are we done tightening? Lots of Macro questions so who better to dig into it with than the appropriately nicknamed Macro Alf. In this episode of The Derivative, we sit down with Alfonso Peccatiello, founder of The Macro Compass and […]
29
Mar
2023
Ten Reasons Why Managed Futures and Trend-Following CTAs are a Smart Investment for Your Portfolio
Our friends over at Auspice Capital Advisors are out this week with a banger of a paper – titled, “Managed Futures and Trend Following CTAs — Ten Reasons to Invest”. You can download the full paper here to see all their great graphics along with the list, but here are a few of our favorites […]
16
Mar
2023
Setting the record straight – Trend following: the proof is in the track record with Marty Bergin of DUNN Capital
When it comes to investing, there are countless strategies to choose from, each with its own set of pros and cons. One strategy that has stood the test of time is trend following, a technique that involves analyzing market trends and making trades based on those trends. Despite its proven track record, some investors remain […]
14
Mar
2023
OUCH! A massive Bond Reversal hits Trend
So anyone watching CNBC or picking up the WSJ has heard of Silicon Valley Bank by now. The failed startup bank which caused the Fed to step in and sort of guarantee deposits across all regional banks. But while all that real world, actual customers and their bank deposits stuff were going on – here […]
02
Mar
2023
You still don’t have enough Trend Following or Foreign Equity exposure with Meb Faber
Grab your favorite trucker hat/baseball cap, and settle in for this episode where Jeff picks Meb Faber’s @MebFaber brain on everything from skiing to picking an investment advisor because they can get you on at Riviera Country Club. We’ve got Meb Faber back on the show to nominally talk about trend following – but as […]
16
Feb
2023
We’re Back!! Talking Trend, Miami, and Volatility with Nasdaq’s Kevin Davitt
We’re back with a new episode of The Derivative, and this time we’re talking all things trend following, Miami, and volatility with Kevin Davitt from Nasdaq. This episode starts by clarifying some questions about trend-following strategies and sharing some quick thoughts on volatility in 2022. It was a unique year for trend following, with […]
