In this episode of 'Non Consensus Investing,' host Ram Ahluwalia welcomes Michael Weinberg, a seasoned investor with significant experience working with George Soros and Stan Druckenmiller. They discuss various investment strategies, including the importance of risk management and reflexivity. Michael shares insights from his time at Protege Partners, including the famous bet against Warren Buffett. They delve into the future of hedge funds, the impact of commercial real estate and private credit on regional banks, and the bear market situation in China. The conversation also touches on the role of artificial intelligence in investment strategies and the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry. This episode provides an in-depth look at current market dynamics, investment trends, and economic shifts between the U.S. and China.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(03:09) Working with George Soros
(03:58) Risk Management Insights
(06:18) Concept of Reflexivity
(13:32) The Buffett Bet & Protege Partners
(17:12) Hedge Fund Industry Insights
(26:11) Endowment Style Investing
(32:05) China's Economic Challenges
(38:04) Investment Opportunities in China
(44:00) Commercial Real Estate Crisis in the US
(58:59) The Impact of AI on Investing