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In this episode, Arty & Gamma from the Market Radar team join the show to discuss their macro models and the importance of systematic trading, how they’re thinking about global markets today, and how deficits and tariffs are complicating the Fed’s cutting plans. We also delve into lessons for discretionary traders, what Market Radar wants to see to turn risk-on, and more. Enjoy!

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Timestamps:

(00:00) Introduction

(01:34) Market Radar Models

(04:12) Systematic vs Discretionary Macro

(07:23) Market Radar Systematic Approach

(14:31) Ads (Ondo, Ledger)

(15:42) Lessons for Discretionary Traders

(20:58) Weaknesses of Systematic Macro

(24:06) Argument Against Shorting

(27:57) Current Market Outlook

(34:13) Current Market Outlook (Con't)

(34:22) Ads (Ondo, Ledger)

(37:00) The Fed & Deficits

(46:42) Conditions to Turn Risk-On

(49:07) Catching Tops & Bottoms

(52:09) Final Thoughts

Disclaimer: Nothing discussed on Forward Guidance should be considered as investment advice. Please always do your own research & speak to a financial advisor before thinking about, thinking about putting your money into these crazy markets.

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