In this bonus episode, Angelo Robles of Family Office sits down with Ram Ahluwalia, CEO and co-founder of Lumida, for a deep dive into global economic shifts, investment opportunities, and future trends. They discuss topics ranging from the comparative flashes between the U.S. and BRICS nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa) to the substantial influence of the digital revolution on traditional banking. Ram offers insight into current investment opportunities such as distressed commercial real estate and biotech with a long-short hedge fund strategy. The duo explores how artificial intelligence (AI) is rewriting the rule book for future investment scenarios, showcasing companies like Google and Microsoft weaved into the discourse. Towards the end, Ram provides his viewpoint on the rise of semiconductors in the tech world and what it means for the top 10 market cap names. Listen in for more thought-provoking insights in areas such as immigration policy, embracing digital assets, flushing out the entrepreneurial spirit, and more. A must-watch for investors seeking a fresh perspective on shifting market dynamics!
0:00 - Introduction
1:20 - Is the U.S. in decline? Factors that contribute to national strength.
5:00 - Challenges with political cohesion and debt levels in the U.S.
8:00 - The importance of the rule of law and military strength.
12:00 - Assimilating immigrants into American culture.
15:00 - The value of tolerance and free speech on college campuses.
20:00 - Entrepreneurial culture in the U.S. versus other countries.
25:00 - Banking as an attractive investment sector. Opportunities in Puerto Rico.
32:00 - Distressed commercial real estate opportunities.
38:00 - Investment themes - nuclear renaissance, biotech, semiconductors/AI.
46:00 - Bitcoin and digital asset outlook.
55:00 - Importance of risk-adjusted returns in investing.
1:05:00 - Slowing down AI development is seen as unethical by some.
1:10:00 - Public market opportunities related to AI advancement.
1:20:00 - Predicting the top 10 global companies in 5-10 years.