About Erik Townsend

Erik Townsend

Erik Townsend was a software entrepreneur in his first career, then went on to manage a global macro hedge fund. Throughout his career, Erik has capitalized on his ability to understand complex systems and anticipate paradigm shifts far in advance of the mainstream. Read More...

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Daniel Lacalle to MacroVoices. Erik and Daniel discuss:

  • US Dollar Outlook
  • Geopolitical Tensions & Market Implications
  • US-China Trade War
  • Inflation & Economic Policy Under Trump
  • Monetary Policy Shifts

 

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Big Picture Trading Chart Book Nov 21 2024

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Vincent Deluard to MacroVoices. Erik and Vincent discuss:

  • Secular Inflation & The Pandemic
  • President Trump’s Policies & Their Impacts 
  • Gold & Crypto Markets
  • Shadow Economy & Their Role
  • US Dollar, China Stimulus & Nuclear Energy

 

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Big Picture Trading Chart Book Nov 14 2024

StoneX - Shadow Work, Shadow Lending, and Shadow Savings 

StoneX - The Five Body Problem

StoneX - Inflation is a Process, Not An Event

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Dr. Pippa Malmgren to MacroVoices. Erik and Pippa discuss:

  • Trump’s Election Victory & Its Complications
  • Cultural Shifts & Political Polarisation 
  • Technology & Government Transparency 
  • Geopolitical Implications & Markets
  • Legalisation of Cryptocurrencies

 

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Big Picture Trading Chart book Nov 7 2024

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Darius Dale to MacroVoices. Erik and Darius discuss:

  • Election Investment Implications
  • Fourth Turning & Fiscal Policy 
  • Populism & Sovereign Debt
  • Inflation & Business Cycle
  • Gold Liquidity & US Liquidity

 

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Big Picture Trading Chart Book Oct 31 2024

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Brent Johnson to MacroVoices. Erik and Brent discuss:

  • BRICS & US Dollar
  • Foreign Holders of US Treasuries
  • Central Banks & Precious Metals
  • US Equities & Fixed Income
  • Oil Market Outlook

 

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Santiago Capital

Big Picture Trading Chart Book Oct 24 2024

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Dr. Anas Alhajji to MacroVoices. Erik and Anas discuss:

  • Middle East Tensions and Oil Market Impact
  • Israel and Iran Tensions 
  • Long-Term Oil Market Outlook
  • Decline in Oil Prices Despite Supply Reductions
  • China/Russia Impact on Oil Markets

 

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Big Picture Trading Chart Book Oct 17 2024

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Harley Bassman to MacroVoices. Erik and Harley discuss:

  • Understanding Mortgage Backed Securities (MBS)
  • Strategies For Investing in MBS
  • Current Market Conditions & Outlook
  • Creditworthiness & Government Backstop
  • Regulatory Changes & ETF Innovations

 

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Harley Bassman Oct 10 2024

Big Picture Trading Chart Book Oct 10 2024

Luke Gromen

Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Luke Gromen to MacroVoices. Erik and Luke discuss:

  • China’s Economic Strategy & Market Performance
  • The Taylor Rule & FED’s Policy Shift
  • Impact of Hedge Funds on U.S Treasury Markets
  • Energy Demand & Financial Strain
  • Gold Forecast & Market Outlook

 

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Big Picture Trading Chart Book Oct 3 2024

Forest For The Trees Report

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Eric Peters to MacroVoices. Erik and Eric discuss:

  • FED Policy & US Dollar
  • Global Economic Tensions
  • Dollar’s Role as Global Reserve Currency
  • Inflation & Central Banks
  • Digital Assets & Precious Metals
  • Commodities & Market Outlook

 

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 Big Picture Trading Chart Book September 26 2024

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Matt Barrie to MacroVoices. Erik and Matt discuss:

  • Breakthroughs in AI
  • Economic Constraints & The Future of AI Models
  • The Future of AI in Software Development 
  • The Impact of AI on Fraud and Scams
  • The Role of AI in Energy 
  • Potential of AI in Warfare

 

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MACRO VOICES is presented for informational and entertainment purposes only. The information presented in MACRO VOICES should NOT be construed as investment advice. Always consult a licensed investment professional before making important investment decisions. The opinions expressed on MACRO VOICES are those of the participants. MACRO VOICES, its producers, and hosts Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna shall NOT be liable for losses resulting from investment decisions based on information or viewpoints presented on MACRO VOICES.

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