Constructing A Systematic Oil Trader: Fueling growth at Cayler Capital
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by RCM Alternatives
6d ago
Brent Belote, founder and CIO of Cayler Capital, joins the podcast to discuss the growth of his now 5 year systematic oil trading strategy. He provides insights into analyzing supply and demand fundamentals and using quantitative models to capitalize on events in the physical oil market. Brent also shares lessons from starting his own fund and managing risk at a smaller scale. Hear about trends in the energy sector, including the impact of geopolitics, refining capacity, and green-flation (just how close are we?). Brent offers his outlook on oil prices and explores other areas of knowledge and ..read more
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Miami Hedge Fund week Panel 2024 Part II: Increasing Accessibility of Alternative Investments
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by RCM Alternatives
6d ago
Join us for the second half of our panel discussions during this year's Hedge Fund week in Miami as we explore increasing accessibility of alternative investments through new ETF products and strategies. We’ve got Rodrigo Gordillo taking reigns from the quantitative perspective, Jerry Parker talking trend following, Bob Elliot on replication and Jay Pestrichelli,  options guru, guiding us through hedge fund strategies, discussing their day-to-day responsibilities and tasks, highlighting differences in their approaches despite operating under the broad financial services umbrella. We dive ..read more
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Miami Hedge Fund week panel 2024 - Commodities: Outlook on Prices, Volatility, and Portfolio Diversification
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by RCM Alternatives
6d ago
This packed panel discussion featuring Tim Pickering (Auspice), Brent Belote (Cayler Capital), Gerardo Tarricone (Arion) and Derek Stroke (Equanimity Advisors) focused on commodities as diversifiers and opportunities in commodity trading and investing. Our panelists discussed topics like the reliability of commodities in portfolios, ESG factors, the potential for a commodity supercycle, and educating the next generation of commodity investors. They debated drivers of long-term commodity prices and the impact of trends like energy transition. Panelists also highlighted volatility in energy mark ..read more
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Advanced Hedge Fund Replication with the Top Down – riding diverse ETF modeling flows with DBi’s Andrew Beer
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by RCM Alternatives
6d ago
Welcome to the start of a new year and another exciting season of The Derivative Podcast. We're beginning with a bang, featuring DBi’s hedge fund guru, Andrew Beer. Picture the ideal blend of Wall Street expertise and accessible insights - that's what we're delivering in this episode! We’re talking with Andrew about replicating strategies in this episode and if it works. Andrew is sharing his journey, from establishing a commodity firm to making groundbreaking strides in the hedge fund world, where he adds flavor with personal anecdotes from his financial adventures, diving into private equity ..read more
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Marrying Fundamental Factors into Commodity Quant with Patrik Safvenblad of VOLT CM
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by RCM Alternatives
4M ago
Thanksgiving is just a week away in the US, marking the end of an excellent year for The Derivative and we're inviting you to join us at the podcast table for a bountiful episode delving into the unique flavors of managed futures and fundamental expertise. As we carve into the Thanksgiving spirit, The Derivative is serving up a feast of insights with Patrik Safvenblad, the mastermind behind VOLT Capital Management. In this compelling conversation, Patrik unveils his approach as a fundamental specialist in managed futures programs, offering a unique perspective that distinguishes his strategies ..read more
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A brief history of Corn, food co valuations, GMO vs non GMO, and a guacable chip with Zack’s Mighty founder Zack Gazzaniga
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by RCM Alternatives
5M ago
Get ready to savor an episode of The Derivative that's anything but run-of-the-(corn) mill, featuring a guest who's serving up some fresh and unconventional perspectives. That's right, we're delving into the heart of the snack world where the notion of sturdy, thick chips and delicate, thin chips is more than meets the eye. Prepare to have the simplicity of your favorite tortilla chip upended, revealing the captivating intricacies that fuel everyone’s favorite salsa, guac, and queso vehicle, the tortilla chip.   Zack Gazzaniga, is the visionary behind Zack's Mighty Tortillas, a company re ..read more
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Trend Following Asset Allocations with Jon Robinson of Blueprint
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by RCM Alternatives
5M ago
In the constantly changing and often unpredictable industry that is wealth management, is it possible to systematize an asset allocation approach? Might you even apply trend following to the problem? On this episode of The Derivative, Jon Robinson, the CEO and co-founder of Blueprint Investment Partners, draws upon his unique experience on both sides of the trend-following fence: proprietor and customer. He reflects on his early days working on the New York Stock Exchange floor and delves into the intricate process of shifting from traditional research methods to systematic investment. Join us ..read more
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Systematic Commodity Trading (without Trend) with Jae-Min Hyun of NWOne
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by RCM Alternatives
6M ago
In commodity trading, where volatility reigns supreme, finding an edge can be daunting. In this episode of The Derivative, we switch up our normal Commodity Trading talk with our non-trend following guest, Jae-Min Hyun of NWOne. With extensive experience in commodities trading and a quant background that spans Wall Street firms, hedge funds, and a new talent incubator, Jae-Min brings a wealth of knowledge to the table.  Join us as we explore the intricate intricacies of building a systematic commodity trading strategy using fundamental inputs instead of just price, why inefficiencies equa ..read more
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A Philly Alts Steak: Talking Commodities, Stacking, and Systematic with Auspice, Newfound & Campbell
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by RCM Alternatives
6M ago
Philadelphia is renowned for various iconic symbols, including the Liberty Bell, Rocky Balboa, the famous Philly cheesesteak, and, most recently, RCM's Live Panel Discussion "Is 60/40 Dead? Can Alternatives Fill the Void?" This engaging panel discussion features industry leaders Tim Pickering, Corey Hoffstein, and Brian Meloon, with the insightful Kevin Davitt giving an insightful intro. It was so compelling that we decided to turn it into an episode of the Derivative podcast. We kick off our discussion by diving into the rapidly evolving landscape of the index options market and the financial ..read more
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Opportunities in Option Mutual Funds with Russ Kellites
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by RCM Alternatives
6M ago
In the ever-evolving world of finance, change is the only constant. Like the shifting tides of the market, options trading has transformed from monthly expirations to weekly and even daily strikes. It's like going from a leisurely stroll to a thrilling daily marathon in the world of trading. Alongside these shifts, hedging strategies have also had to adapt, especially after the rollercoaster ride that was 2018.   On this episode of The Derivative, we're taking you on a journey through the financial landscape with none other than Russ Kellites from Alpha Centric Funds. From the intrig ..read more
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