Lead-Lag Live

Unlock the secrets of Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) with industry expert Shiloh Bates from Flat Rock Global. Shiloh, boasting over 20 years of experience, simplifies the complexities of CLOs, comparing them to mini-banks with diversified portfolios of first lien senior secured loans. Learn about the intricate structure of CLOs, from AAA tranches to the high-yield equity tranches, and disc...

Could China's gold buying strategies be reshaping the global economy? Join us as we sit down with Jan Nieuwenhuijs, a leading expert in the Chinese gold market, to unpack this fascinating question. Jan shares his unique journey from the glitz of the movie industry to the world of economics and gold analysis, offering a deep dive into China's complex relationship with gold. From the days...

Can Americans truly be in a recession when wage inflation surpasses overall inflation? Financial wizard Ophir Gottlieb unravels this economic paradox in our latest episode. With a background in financial mathematics, AI, and hedge fund management, Ophir lends his expertise to untangle the complexities of the post-COVID economy. From the Federal Reserve's missteps to the widening gulf between...

Unlock the secrets of disciplined investing with Daniel Mahncke, a finance and economics student from Frankfurt, Germany. In this episode, Daniel shares his journey into value investing and behavioral finance, shedding light on how legendary investors Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger shaped his investment philosophy. Learn how to mitigate biases with a structured investment process, inspired by D...

Curious about the behind-the-scenes world of financial journalism? Join us as we sit down with Janet Alvarez, host of SiriusXM's Business Briefing, who shares her compelling journey from print journalism to radio. Janet highlights the different skill sets required for each medium and the importance of curiosity and analytical thinking. Together, we navigate the evolution of business journalis...

What if the impressive performance of a few semiconductor giants is masking the true health of the entire sector? Join us for an engaging conversation with Michael Gayed from The Lead-Lag Report. We'll dissect how ETFs heavily weighted by companies like NVIDIA and Taiwan Semiconductor can create a distorted picture of industry strength. Michael will guide us through the importance of examinin...

Is the current bull market too good to be true? Join me as I unpack the deceptive nature of this market rally . I dive into startling data from the Russell 3000 index, showing that a staggering 70.4% of its stocks are trading below their 2021 highs, even as the S&P 500 hits new peaks. I draw eerie parallels to the dot-com bubble of 1999, where a few select stocks soared while many others lagge...

What if space mining could revolutionize our energy and commodity security? Join us on the Lead Lag Report as we welcome Brandon Weichert, a renowned national security analyst and author, to break down the complex world of energy, commodity security, and geopolitical economics. With an extensive background from his work with the National Interest and the Pipeline, Brandon brings unparalleled insig...

What happens when private equity infiltrates the world of business? Join us as we uncover the truth with Gretchen Morgenson, a veteran financial journalist who transitioned from stockbroker to investigative reporter. Gretchen shares her unique journey and provides a deep dive into the evolution of financial journalism. We discuss how the democratization of the stock market has changed the landscap...

What happens when a former military intelligence officer decides to navigate the intricate world of gold and precious metals? Join us as Christopher Aaron reveals his extraordinary journey from the battlegrounds of Afghanistan and Iraq to becoming a savvy market analyst. Christopher's personal anecdotes shed light on the flaws of mainstream narratives and the power of precise technical analys...

What does the future hold for NVIDIA, and could its impact rival that of Tesla or Cisco? Join us in this episode as we sit down with veteran trader Gareth Soloway to dissect the market forces at play. We delve into the psychology of market behavior, the saturation of the AI chip industry, and the looming competition that could shift the landscape. Gareth offers his seasoned perspective on China&ap...

Get ready to dive into the exciting world of mining stocks with our guest Trevor Hall, a seasoned journalist turned mining and mineral exploration podcaster. In this captivating episode, Trevor shares his fascinating journey from academia to the mining industry, driven by his insatiable curiosity and knack for asking 'dumb questions.' Join us as we explore the signs of a surging bull mar...

Unlock the secrets of securing capital for your startup as I, Michael Gayed, join forces with NYU Stern’s own Professor Glenn Okun to unravel the complexities of entrepreneurial finance in today's challenging economy. Together, we dissect the current climate where surging interest rates are reshaping the terrain for rising businesses, scrutinizing the high barriers and intensified competition...

Witness the bond market's reality through the eyes of Matt Dines, CIO of Build Asset Management. Matt joins us to dissect the challenges and illusions present in fixed income investments, particularly for the retiring generation that has heavily depended on them. With the end of the 40-year bond bull market hidden behind nominal gains and masked by negative real rates, we confront the truths...

Unlock the potential to elevate your life through real estate investing and personal development with my latest guest, Clint Murphy. As a former CFO turned real estate entrepreneur, Clint brings a wealth of knowledge and candid tales from his own transformation. In our animated conversation, we dissect the nuanced strategies behind successful property investments and the importance of fostering gr...

Navigate the perplexing currents of today's investment landscape with us, Michael Gayed and expert analyst Sam Burns from Mill Street Research, as we dissect the S&P's dominance and the challenges of traditional diversification. Gain valuable insight into the shifting sands of asset allocation, where the once-reliable tactics now stumble in the face of large-cap earnings surprises an...

Embark on a journey through the evolving world of finance with none other than Caleb Silver, the Editor-in-Chief of Investopedia, as your guide. You're in for an enlightening conversation that traverses Caleb’s illustrious career from Bloomberg to CNN, and his passionate advocacy for financial literacy. We tackle how the fast-paced nature of today's media impacts the integrity of busines...

Unlock the secrets behind the ever-evolving world of retail investing with our special guest, Stephen Sikes, COO at Public. This episode promises a journey into the heart of modern market dynamics, where we shatter the myth of the "dumb money" investor and introduce you to the savvy, diverse profiles making their mark on the financial landscape. Stephen brings his seasoned expertise to t...

Unlock the mystery behind the surging gold prices as I, Michael Gayed, sit down with the esteemed Alasdair Macleod. With his unparalleled experience spanning the financial spectrum, Alasdair sheds light on the intricate dance between currency value and gold—a beacon of stability in an unpredictable economic seascape. Our discourse journeys through the global lens, where gold is not merely a commod...

Prepare to have your perspectives on asset management and digital assets revolutionized as we're joined by the astute James Sayffart from Bloomberg Intelligence. Together, we navigate the complex terrain of the mutual fund and ETF industry, with an intriguing focus on the burgeoning world of Bitcoin ETFs. Our discussion is not just timely—given the legal entanglements like the Grayscale court...

Embark on a thrilling exploration of the financial world's ebbs and flows with Michael Howell, a luminary in the realm of global liquidity. Prepare to dissect the monumental role liquidity shifts play in the markets, the intriguing monetary dances of central banks, and the subtle maneuvers that have the power to send shockwaves through your personal finances. From the Federal Reserve's l...

Unlock the secrets to financial sovereignty with Lisa Hough, a beacon in the realm of Bitcoin and personal empowerment. As a colleague of Caitlin Long at Custodia, Lisa brings her wealth of experience from the trenches of energy trading and a firm belief in the revolutionary potential of self-custody. This episode is not just a journey through Lisa's impressive career from Unchained Capital t...

Join the conversation with the acclaimed Hal Brands, historian and strategist, as we navigate through the labyrinth of geopolitical shifts that are forging new narratives in world affairs. Our engaging dialogue traverses the precipice of global economic uncertainty, sparked by events such as the COVID-19 pandemic, the conflict in Ukraine, and the simmering tensions across the Middle East. Brands&a...

Unlock the secrets of macro trading with trading maestro Jonathan Matthews, as he shares the wisdom gleaned from his illustrious career at Brevin Howard. I'm your host, Michael Gayed, Publisher of The Lead-Lag Report, and in this episode, we delve into Jonathan's transition from handling equity derivatives and FX to revolutionizing the way retail subscribers view the markets with his &ap...

Unlock the secrets of the energy market with the astute insight of Amena Bakr from Energy Intelligence Group. Our conversation journeys through Amena's transition from a journalism background into becoming a vital voice on energy trends, focusing on the delicate interplay of oil prices and Gulf economies. We dissect the roadmap these nations traverse, balancing economic diversification with m...