Lead-Lag Live

Could a potential Trump presidency in 2025 redefine the financial landscape? Join us as we engage with the  Michael Gayed, Publisher of The Lead-Lag Report, who shares his expert insights on how such political shifts, alongside the compelling rise of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, might influence the markets. Michael illuminates the intricate dance between market skepticism, Federal Reserve polici...

Unlock the secrets to smart investing with insights from the illustrious Money Show conference. This episode promises a journey through the event's rich history, from its origins in San Francisco to its expansion across major cities like Orlando, Miami, and Toronto. With captivating contributions from market-savvy speakers like Mike Larson, who boasts a track record of accurately predicting m...

Renowned entrepreneur and YouTuber Meet Kevin joins us for a thought-provoking conversation on the evolving economic landscape and investment strategies. Discover how Trump's future policies might unexpectedly benefit from Biden's Inflation Reduction Act, creating a deflationary environment, and hear from Kevin about his transformation from a real estate broker to a YouTube sensation and...

Unlock the secrets of efficient growth with Seth Cogswell of Running Oak Capital. Our latest episode features Seth's fascinating journey from a math-loving North Carolina native to founding a successful investment firm. Seth shares how his father's investment strategy, focused on maximizing earnings growth while minimizing large drawdowns, continues to shape his unique approach. He gives...

Unlock the secrets to modern market strategies that are reshaping the financial landscape. Join us as we sit down with Fabio Ruggeri, former Bloomberg professional and current AI-driven finance innovator, to uncover the shift from traditional fundamental analysis to technical and alternative data in market strategies. Through Fabio's journey, we explore how major events like the credit crisis...

Discover the strategies that keep investors ahead of the curve in a volatile political landscape with our special guest, Porter Collins, known for his pivotal role in "The Big Short." Join us as Porter and I, Michael Gayed, dissect the unpredictable impacts of political outcomes on investments, from Trump-era policies to the influence of high-profile figures like Elon Musk. We tackle the...

Could deregulation be the key to unlocking a wave of economic growth? Join us as we sit down with Hal Lambert from Point Bridge Capital to explore this bold idea, especially in the context of a potential second Trump administration. We discuss the launch of the MAGA ETF, a conservative alternative to the ESG-dominated market, and its focus on mid-sized banks and investment giants like JP Morgan an...

Ever wondered how to gear up your investment portfolio with leveraged ETFs without stumbling into common pitfalls? Join us for a fascinating discussion with investment gurus Matt Markiewicz of Tradr ETFs and Paul Schatz from Heritage Capital, as they unveil the secrets behind mastering these complex financial instruments. Learn from their vast experiences about the impact of daily resets and the l...

Unlock the secrets of smarter investing with our special guest, Jason Hsu of Rayliant Global Advisors. As a trailblazer who co-founded Research Affiliates and pioneered smart beta strategies, Jason offers a front-row seat to the shifting tides of the US stock market. Join us to explore how the rise of index-based investing in major indices like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ is upending traditional ma...

Prepare to challenge your investment strategies as market analyst Michael Belkin of the Belkin Report joins me, Michael Gayed, in an insightful discussion on the evolving global stock market landscape. Are we witnessing a slowly forming market top, particularly as emerging markets and European stocks stumble while US indexes continue to shine? Drawing on the wisdom of market legend John Templeton,...

Can a strong dollar topple the giants of Silicon Valley? Join us as we explore this pressing question with financial expert Larry McDonald, who brings his wealth of knowledge from the world of proprietary trading and his co-authorship of a bestseller on the Lehman Brothers collapse. We dive into the intricate dynamics of how a robust US dollar is impacting market behemoths like Microsoft and Apple...

What if trade tariffs could completely transform global markets? Join me and Sal Gilberti, CEO of Teucrium and a seasoned commodities expert, as we unpack the profound implications of the tariffs instated during the Trump era. From soybeans to seafood, these policies have redefined purchasing trends, sparking a mix of uncertainty and opportunity in the international trade arena. We explore the int...

Andrew O'Connell's journey from a tennis-loving non-target school graduate to a formidable force in the trading world is nothing short of inspiring. His story paints a vivid picture of resilience, as he climbed the ranks at Vanguard Group only to face a career-defining setback that redirected his path towards full-time trading. Amid the challenges of personal trading compliance violation...

Unlock the secrets to crafting a truly balanced investment strategy that withstands the test of time and market volatility. Join us for an insightful episode with Alex Shahidi from Evoke Advisors as we dissect risk parity investing and its potential to revolutionize traditional portfolio strategies. Discover how this approach aims to mitigate the shortcomings of the classic 60-40 asset allocation...

Laks Ganapathi, a distinguished voice in stock research and short selling from Unicus Research, offers an inside look into the meticulous strategies needed to navigate high-traffic stocks influenced by Reddit and AI trends. You’ll learn how Laks' approach combines deep investigative techniques like channel checks and ex-employee interviews with conventional analysis methods. Through the Solar...

Discover why Doug Peta, the Chief US Investment Strategist at BCA Research, believes it's time to rethink your equity exposure. Unpack the complexities of the business cycle as Doug shares his insights on transitioning from economic expansion to a potential recession. We explore the impact of the Federal Reserve's and Congress's policies over the past four years and why understandin...

Can the victory of a political figure like Trump really reshape market dynamics? Our guest, Axel Merk of Merk Investments, joins us to shed light on the fascinating ripple effects of political change on market behavior. We unpack the impact of a weakening Australian dollar on the gold mining sector, where miners find unexpected advantages in reduced labor costs vis-a-vis gold prices. Axel shares h...

Is AI the new frontier of the wealth gap? Join me and tech industry expert Pierre Ferragu as we unpack this critical question, drawing parallels to the transformative yet divisive technological shifts of the late 1990s. Pierre shares his groundbreaking research on what he provocatively terms "Artificial Stupidity," challenging our assumptions about AI's role in concentrating wealth....

Unlock the secrets of strategic global investments with our special guest, Chris Browne, the Chief Investment Officer at Democracy Investments. Discover how democracy can shape investment strategies as Chris walks us through his innovative use of the Economist Democracy Index. This approach favors investing in democratic nations like Norway and Japan while underweighting authoritarian regimes such...

Discover the intricate dance between geopolitics and investment strategies with our esteemed guest, Marco Papic, a seasoned expert in the field. Our conversation unravels how fiscal policies and international tensions shape financial markets, especially in the context of the U.S. and its evolving relationship with major powers like China and Russia. Marco introduces the concept of a geopolitical t...

Renowned macro analyst Lyn Alden and several others joins us to unravel the intricate world of fiscal dominance affecting major economies like Japan and the U.S. Can massive public debts really constrain monetary policy's effectiveness? By analyzing Japan’s towering debt-to-GDP ratio, we explore the knock-on effects in sectors such as Social Security and defense. Lyn provides a comprehensive...

Join us as we challenge the status quo with James Fishback, founder of Azoria Partners, as he questions whether racial and gender quotas in hiring are truly beneficial for businesses. James shares his journey in the investment world and his dedication to crafting affordable investment opportunities for everyone, while celebrating the power of retail investors who are reshaping the financial landsc...

Discover the complex world of leveraged and inverse ETFs with Wall Street veteran Matt Markiewicz from TradrETFs, who brings 27 years of industry insight to the table. Get ready to unravel the intricacies behind these financial instruments designed for short-term amplified returns, and understand why they may not be the best fit for long-term investments. Matt, with his extensive experience at iSh...

Uncover the secrets behind the world's most dynamic markets with Phil Wool, the head of portfolio management and chief research officer at Rayliant Global Advisors. Navigate the intriguing differences between developed and emerging markets, and learn how Rayliant Global Advisors leverages behavioral finance and market anomalies to craft innovative strategies. Phil Wool shares his deep experti...

Could leveraging new ETFs revolutionize your investment strategy? Join us as we promise to unpack innovative leveraged ETF strategies with Russell Tencer, President of AXS Investments. We dissect the limitations of conventional daily reset leveraged ETFs and how they sometimes fall short for long-term performance. Discover the game-changing potential of calendar reset leveraged ETFs, designed to o...