Get Stacked Investment Podcast

Based on our Q1 2026 commentary for the Return Stacked ETF suite, Corey Hoffstein and Adam Butler provide a detailed analysis of the strong quarter for trend following and carry, with a particular focus on the energy complex's impact. The conversation also explores the unique diversification benefits of merger arbitrage and provides a three-year retrospective on the efficacy of their trend replica...

Return stacking and portable alpha are no longer niche strategies — they're going mainstream. In this episode, we cut through the noise and unpack the latest institutional survey data to separate hype from reality. Corey Hoffstein, CEO & CIO of Newfound Research and Co-Founder & Portfolio Manager of the Return Stacked® ETF Suite, sits down with special guest Shane McCarthy, CFA, Global Hea...

Drawing from quarterly commentary, Rodrigo Gordillo and Corey Hoffstein review the performance and positioning of the Return Stacked® suite of ETFs. They explore the drivers behind their trend following strategies, explaining the whipsaw experienced in certain markets and the strong performance in others like metals and equities. The discussion also provides a detailed case study on the challenges...

In this special interview, Mike Philbrick explores the principles of systematic macro investing and the behavioral challenges investors face when attempting to diversify traditional portfolios. He explains how Return Stacking addresses the common funding dilemma by layering alternative strategies on top of a core stock-and-bond portfolio rather than replacing existing allocations. Using the Return...

In this in-depth conversation, Corey Hoffstein breaks down merger arbitrage as a distinct risk premium rather than a true arbitrage strategy. He explains how investors can capture the residual spread in announced M&A deals, compares merger arbitrage to traditional credit markets, and discusses why it can offer a low-correlation return stream relative to stocks and bonds. The discussion also ex...

In this exclusive interview, Adam Butler provides a comprehensive exploration of diversified Carry strategies, a concept traditionally confined to institutional investors. He begins by defining Carry—the expected return on an investment if its price remains unchanged—and explains its mechanics across equities, bonds, currencies, and commodities. The discussion highlights how combining these variou...

In this episode, Rodrigo Gordillo, President of ReSolve Asset Management and Co-Founder of Return Stacked ETFs, delves into the history, mechanics, and benefits of managed futures strategies. Gordillo recounts the evolution from the original turtle traders to modern systematic approaches in trend following. He explains the behavioral finance underpinnings that make these strategies effective, incl...

In a special roundtable discussion, Rodrigo Gordillo, Corey Hoffstein, Mike Philbrick, and Adam Butler each present their top investment idea for 2026, centered around a specific Return Stacked® ETF. The conversation explores a range of compelling theses, from the role of scarce assets like gold and Bitcoin to the strategic use of alternatives such as trend following and merger arbitrage. This for...

Rodrigo Gordillo, Corey Hoffstein, and Adam Butler review the Q3 2025 performance of their ETF suite, drawing from the latest Return Stacked® ETFs Quarterly Performance Report. The discussion explores the strategies and use cases for each capital-efficient fund, from the core stock/bond RSSB to the newer gold and Bitcoin-focused RSSX. They delve into the underlying mechanics of the stacked strateg...

Strategic Diversification with Gold and Bitcoin using Return Stacked U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin Ticker (RSSX). 00:00 Introduction to Strategic Gold and Bitcoin Stacking 01:32 The Case for Gold and Bitcoin Diversification 02:47 Understanding Return Stacking and Portable Alpha 04:33 Position Sizing for Gold and Bitcoin 05:59 RSSX ETF: Gold and Bitcoin Overlay 08:53 Implementation and Rebalancing...

In this episode, Rodrigo Gordillo, Mike Philbrick, and Adam Butler from ReSolve Asset Management Global explore the timely relevance of managed futures, examining why the current macroeconomic environment may be particularly favorable for these strategies. They discuss recent drawdowns, the uncorrelated nature of trend and carry strategies, and the importance of diversification. The conversation a...

In this episode, Corey Hoffstein and Adam Butler take you inside the latest Q2 commentary on the Return Stacked® ETF suite. They break down key strategies behind ETFs like RSSX, RSSB, RSBT, and RSST—covering everything from performance differentials in trend strategies to the mechanics of trend model replication. You’ll hear sharp analysis of return stack carry funds, year-to-date performance, and...

In this episode, Rodrigo Gordillo, President of ReSolve Asset Management Global, and Mike Philbrick, CEO of ReSolve Asset Management Global unpack Ric Edelman’s bold argument for allocating 10–40% of a portfolio to Bitcoin. They explore how Bitcoin is evolving from a fringe asset to a foundational one, discuss its role alongside gold, and examine the structural shifts—from regulatory clarity to ET...

Investors seeking exposure to alternatives like gold and Bitcoin face a tough tradeoff: diversify or stay fully invested in stocks and bonds. What if you didn’t have to choose? In this episode, we unveil Return Stacked® U.S. Stocks & Gold/Bitcoin (RSSX) - an ETF designed to deliver long-term capital appreciation by stacking diversified exposures on top of traditional equity allocations. Discov...

In this episode hosts Mike Philbrick and Rodrigo Gordillo welcome Mark Valek, partner at Incrementum AG and co-author of the acclaimed In Gold We Trust report. Mark, a seasoned macro investor with decades of expertise at the intersection of gold, monetary policy, and systemic risk, offers deep insights into the evolving roles of gold and Bitcoin. The discussion covers a diverse range of topics inc...

Return Stacked is back with a deep dive into the world of alternative assets, featuring Mike Philbrick—CEO of ReSolve Asset Management and co-founder of Return Stacked ETFs, and Rodrigo Gordillo, President of ReSolve Asset Management and co-founder of Return Stacked ETFs, both of whom are recognized voices in asset management and diversification. In this engaging episode, Mike and Rodrigo explore...

In this episode, Rodrigo Gordillo sits down with Rafael Ortega, a distinguished Spanish investor and Senior Investment Fund Manager at Andbank Wealth Management. Known for pioneering innovative portfolio solutions in Spain—from the classic permanent portfolio to advanced return stacking and off-road strategies—Rafael discusses a wide range of topics including diversification, structural risk balan...

As financial advisors, we know clients struggle to stay the course with liquid diversifying investments, especially when 60/40 portfolios have been strong. RGBM ETF offers a solution: a 100% global balanced strategy stacked with an additional 100% systematic macro strategy. This 2 for 1 combination is designed to help deliver the diversification your clients may need in a solution they can actuall...

Join us for an engaging live session as Rodrigo Gordillo, President and Portfolio Manager at ReSolve Asset Management Global, Corey Hoffstein, Chief Investment Officer of Newfound Research, and Adam Butler, CIO of ReSolve Asset Management Global, discuss recent macroeconomic events and their impact on managed future strategies, specifically trend following and multi-asset carry models. In this vid...

In today’s ever-evolving investment landscape, finding compelling alternatives to traditional fixed income is critical for building resilient portfolios. Enter RSBA, a first-of-its-kind ETF that combines U.S. Treasuries with a merger arbitrage strategy to offer what we believe is a smarter approach to fixed-income diversification. Investors should consider the investment objectives, risks, charges...

Finding alpha is notoriously difficult. Instead of trying to pick stocks better, what if you simply added the return of high-conviction, alternative strategies on top of your asset allocation? That’s the opportunity portable alpha unlocks for allocators. Join us for an exclusive podcast where we reveal how capital-efficient ETFs can be used to “port” the returns of any alternative investment on to...

In today's complex market environment, finding genuine diversification and consistent returns has become increasingly challenging. What if you could harness two of the least correlated strategies to traditional portfolios available to investors today? Join us for an exclusive podcast where Rodrigo Gordillo, Portfolio Manager and co-founder of Return Stacked ETFs, reveals how combining trend follow...

In this episode of ETF Spotlight, host Neena Mishra discusses Return Stacking with Rodrigo Gordillo, President and Portfolio Manager of Resolve Asset Management. The conversation delves into the concept of Return Stacking, also known as Portable Alpha, which uses leverage to enhance returns and diversify portfolios. ... The RSSB performance data quoted represents past performance and is no guarant...

In this episode, we delve into the world of portable alpha and risk management with Jon Glidden, a seasoned investor with over a decade of experience. Jon shares his journey from his early days in Newport News, Virginia, to his current role in managing billions of dollars. We explore the intricacies of portable alpha, the role of hedge funds, and the importance of governance buy-in. (0:00) Introdu...

Portable alpha (or as we like to call it: Return Stacking) has become increasingly popular in the financial media (including recent notes from industry giants like BlackRock, Russell Investments, and AQR) but many advisors are left asking: What does portable alpha mean? How might it benefit clients? How can I implement it? At Return Stacked Portfolio Solutions we have made it our mission to though...