Market Narratives

In episode 109, Alex Proimos speaks with Noel Smith, chief investment officer at Convex Asset Management. 

This episode discusses Noel's transition from neuroscience to finance and working in the trading pits of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. We discuss prop trading and managing risk and how it differs from high-frequency trading. We also talk through the traits that make up a good trader, intuition and how genetic ability plays a role. Finally, we explore the notion that the stock market has become a derivate of the options market.

Show Notes

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What is Market Narratives?

Market Narratives is a podcast series hosted by Investment Magazine that features unorthodox conversations with thought leaders influencing the world of fiduciary investors.

Investment Magazine is the leading publication for Australia's $3 trillion superannuation industry. It provides trusted news, analysis and editorial on the issues impacting superannuation funds, such as regulation, asset allocation, portfolio construction, governance, as they strive to secure better retirement outcomes for their members.