MARKET VOLATILITY UNSHACKLED

Last week finally saw the VIX break the chains that had it shackled near its all time low for much of this year.

Global equities continued their slide, US Treasury yields fell, and Japan dealt with the fallout from the BOJs recent rate hike.

We also discuss a recent paper (see link below) detailing how the US Treasury got the market to do QE while the Fed would not.

Hudson Bay Capital Research

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/w6_iAeV610c

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 87

(August 04, 2024)

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Season 02, Episode 29

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00:00 – Coming soon

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THIS IS STILL MADNESS

This week we say goodbye to a friend, review some charts that helped us to increase our hedges prior to the market pullback, discuss the global effects of US fiscal dominance, and give some reasons why planning for increased volatility in the second half of the year is a prudent move.

Buckle Up … this is still Madness.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/ovq-LX9Uj9s

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 86

(July 28, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 28

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AFTER THE BULLET

In the labyrinth of American history, presidential assassinations and attempts have thrust an indelible blade into the fabric of the nation, reshaping policy and patriotic sentiment.

This week Brent Johnson and Jon Kutsmeda delve into these dark corridors and discuss their latest publication for the Macro Alchemist in hopes of uncovering what it means for our country’s future.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/rI3A8M0sRlo

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 85

(July 21, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 27

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00:00 – Intros

00:54 – The effects of assassinations and attempts

http://MacroAlchemist.com

11:18 – The role of media in shaping narratives

16:29 – Geopolitical and economic impacts

28:12 – Market Reactions and Analysis

38:28 – Tech pullback and crypto resilience

46:50 – Navigating the current market environment

48:25 – Closing remarks

48:55 – Outros / Disclaimer

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THE LAST PONZI STANDING

The global financial system has a critical flaw that affects all countries, but not equally.

Everything is fine when money circulates and we all dance along.

However, when the music stops, the system will crumble, and one Ponzi will be the last fall.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/bwxy-TTnlgQ

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 84

(July 14, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 26

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00:00 – Intros

00:43 – Welcome back

02:01 – Inflation reports and market reactions

07:00 – Market sentiment and divergence

13:01 – Monetary policy and the dollar

20:01 – Imperial Circle vs. Dollar Milkshake

24:01 – Leveraged Ponzi systems

31:01 – Debunking the gold reserves argument

37:27 – Closing remarks

38:23 – Outros / Disclaimer

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MOTHER OF ALL BLOW-OFF TOPS

Despite the volatility, sideways markets give something for everyone to cheer about … but when the mother of all blow-off market tops ends, who will be left to cheer?

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/5ILjhFKl6KA

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 83

(July 07, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 25

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00:00 – Intros

00:15 – The Sideways Movement of the Dollar

02:24 – Volatility and the Equity Markets

04:15 – Bitcoin and Precious Metals

08:54 – The US Election and Market Uncertainty

15:39 – The Potential for a Market Correction

27:49 – Staying Grounded and Having a Sense of Humor

32:10 – Closing Remarks

32:54 – Outros / Disclaimer

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PREPARE FOR THE PAIN

Markets never go in a straight line, and with global liquidity waning, it’s time for investors to prepare for uncertainty.

After a strange week of politics and pullbacks, perhaps the start of summer will usher in the end of the bull market?

Just don’t expect the Fed to save you, because they want you to “take the pain”.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/9_CLL8D6I_c

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 82

(June 30, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 24

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00:00 – Intros

00:35 – Death of the Petrodollar

02:47 – The Debate

06:23 – The Release of Julian Assange

10:29 – Last call for the Masterclass

11:44 – The Macro Alchemist: Global Real Estate Interconnectedness

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24:03 – The Importance of Execution in Trading

27:23 – The Performance of Precious Metals and Bitcoin

31:04 – The Potential Impact of a Recession on Liquidity

40:41 – Upcoming Market Events and the Japanese Yen

46:24 – Closing Remarks

47:03 – Outros / Disclaimer

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PETRODOLLAR PARANOIA

The end of U.S. dollar hegemony is likely to be a death by a thousand cuts.

But, if Saudi Arabia has decided to ditch the Petrodollar is this a single fatal blow no one saw coming?

Join Brent Johnson and Jon Kutsmeda to learn what, if anything, about this “breaking news” is true.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/WfNb2BINyf0

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 81

(June 16, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 23

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00:00 – Intros

00:40 – Global real estate insights

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04:46 – CPI inflation data

07:06 – Regional banks and Fed rate hikes

11:45 – Legacy of The Maestro

14:11 – Insider conversations

18:52 – Petrodollar history

21:16 – Details of the 1973 agreement and its impact

30:30 – Debunking misconceptions about the Dollar

37:21 – Closing Remarks

37:59 – Outros / Disclaimer

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RATE CUT BLOW UP

The U.S. economy, although showing signs of weakness, continues to remain resilient in the face of tight monetary policy.

However, central banks in other countries are less confident about their own economic outlook as a few announced rate cuts this week.

Do they know something The Fed doesn’t or is this just another example of the Dollar Milkshake Theory unfolding in real-time as global liquidity continues to seek shelter in the U.S. markets.

This is good news for foreign policy and the weaponization of the dollar, but it is also causing stubborn asset bubbles that risk undermining the Fed’s goal of a soft landing.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/TxdJzbIiYbE

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 80

(June 09, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 22

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00:00 – Intros

01:05 – Dollar Milkshakes Masterclass

06:52 – Macro Alchemist

09:10 – Market overview

18:35 – Central bank policies

27:21 – Impacts of passive investing

32:07 – Weaponization of the Dollar

34:22 – Gamestop

38:17 – Closing Remarks

39:24 – Outros / Disclaimer

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INVESTING FOR CIVIL WAR

Financial markets are about to face the most uncertain time in history.

However, before you prepare for the chaos you must first decide what type of risks you are willing to take.

The stakes are high and unfortunately not every investor is going to make it.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/TxdJzbIiYbE

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 79

(June 02, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 21

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00:00 – Intros

00:22 – Rebel Capitalist

02:44 – Portfolio structure

05:04 – Silver trade explained

09:49 – Tactical trading

16:41 – Commodity investing

19:06 – Recession signals

23:51 – Hedging for market uncertainty

26:06 – Risk adjusted returns

30:51 – Political climate and market impacts

37:47 – The end of The Fed

40:10 – Preparing for Trump 2.0

41:08 – Closing Remarks

41:24 – Outros / Disclaimer

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ONLY ONE STOCK

The weight of the world rests on the shoulders of one company.

But how did this happen?

One reason is the shift from active management to passive.

This is also why markets seem to only go one-way … up!

However, what goes up must also come down, and if the “one stock” falls then look out below.

This and more on the latest episode of MILKSHAKES MARKETS MADNESS.

https://youtu.be/PNJivrGmhjw

FULL-LENGTH EPISODE 78

(May 26, 2024)

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CHAPTERS

Season 02, Episode 20

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00:00 – Intros

00:27 – The Macro Alchemist

https://twitter.com/macro_alchemist

04:01 – The “One Stock”

09:07 – Extreme sentiment and positioning

13:01 – Revolutions and the Dotcom Bubble

18:36 – Passive vs. Active Management

25:33 – Yen carry trade unwind

30:19 – Commodities, metals, market volatility

38:48 – Closing Remarks

39:48 – Outros / Disclaimer

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