The Derivative

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Signing Off for 2025: The Derivative Returns in January!

Join Jeff Malec for a quick, fun season finale as he looks back on the year’s market highlights, standout episodes, and unforgettable guests. The Derivative is heading into a short holiday break, but we’ll be back with fresh conversations and a stacked guest lineup in January. SE ... Show more

. 3min 47sec

Building a Commodity Trader Multi-Strat with Tom Holliday of HIP investment

In this episode, Jeff Malec sits down with Tom Holliday, founder and CIO of HIP Investments, for an in-depth conversation on reimagining multi-strategy investing in the commodity space. Tom shares insights from his distinguished career, from his early days at Refco to working ...

. 1h 17min

When the Gales of November Come Early: the Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald, and Modern Maritime Trade with Sal Mercogliano

Set sail with maritime historian Sal Mercogliano as we dive deep into the enduring mystery of the Edmund Fitzgerald, a legendary ship lost on the Great Lakes 50 years ago this week. From chilling tales of mariners’ lives and the critical role of iron ore trade, to the evolving ch ... Show more

. 57min 5sec

Volatility's Heartbeat, the AI Boom, and MJ’s Bulls with Equity Armor’s Brian Stutland

Join Jeff Malec and Brian Stutland, Portfolio Manager at Equity Armor Investments, as they dive deep into the complex world of market volatility, AI's transformative potential, and strategic investing. Drawing from his extensive trading experience, Stutland offers unique insights ... Show more

. 1h 4min

Engineering Alpha using Trend and Volatility on Equity Beta with Eric Leake of ALTUS Private Capital

Buckle up for a wild ride through the markets with Eric Leake, founder of Altus Private Capital, as Jeff Malec explores the investment world with a quantitative maverick who's about to reveal the hidden playbook of market mastery! From analyzing market waves to navigating volatil ... Show more

. 1h 3min