About Erik Townsend

hedge fund manager Erik Townsend

Erik Townsend is a retired software entrepreneur turned hedge fund manager. 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 Michael Every to MacroVoices. Erik and Michael discuss:

  • Trump-Putin Summit
  • US-Russia Deal
  • FED Policy & Economic Strategy 
  • Impact of US Policy on Global Markets
  • Oil Prices & Geopolitical Standoff

 

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Michael Every is a Global Strategist at Rabobank. He analyses major financial developments and contributes to the bank’s various economic research publications for internal and external customers and to the media.

Michael has over two decades of experience working as an Economist and Strategist. Before Rabobank, he was a Director at Silk Road Associates in Bangkok, Senior Economist and Fixed Income Strategist at the Royal Bank of Canada in both London and Sydney, and an Economist for Dun & Bradstreet in London.

Michael holds a Masters degree in Economics (with distinction) from University College London and speaks a smattering of languages, including Thai.

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Ole Hansen to MacroVoices. Erik and Ole discuss:

  • Commodity Market Overview
  • Impact of Tariffs on Copper Market
  • Oil Market Dynamics 
  • Gold & Silver Market
  • Rare Earth Elements

 

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

  • Trade Negotiations & Market Cycles 
  • US – EU Trade Agreement
  • Oil Prices & OPEC Strategy
  • Copper Market & Tariffs 
  • Dollar Index & Precious Metals

 

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Rick Rule to MacroVoices. Erik and Rick discuss:

  • Oil vs. Uranium 
  • Policy Risks & Market Dynamics 
  • Uranium Market & Policy Support
  • Gold & Silver Markets
  • Gold Equities & Market Performance 

 

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

  • Stablecoins & Their Impact on Finance
  • Scott Bessent & Financial Strategy
  • The Role of Intelligence Agencies in Markets
  • The Impact of Declassification on Public Trust
  • The Future of Markets & Intelligence Agencies 

 

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

  • Market Outlook
  • Paradigm C & Its Implications
  • Structural Forces & Market Dynamics
  • FED Policy & Political Influence
  • Concerns About Exogenous Risks

 

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Lyn Alden to MacroVoices. Erik and Lyn discuss:

  • Fiscal Policy vs Monetary Policy 
  • Impact of Fiscal Deficits on Economy 
  • Asset Class Performance
  • Energy Sector Outlook
  • Bitcoin & Government Policies 

 

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Larry McDonald to MacroVoices. Erik and Larry discuss:

  • Lithium & Copper Market Outlook
  • Impact of Tariffs on Copper
  • Natural Gas & Energy Demand
  • Petroleum Reserve & Oil Services Equities
  • Gold Market & Financial Repression

 

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David RosenbergsquareErik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome David Rosenber to MacroVoices. Erik and David discuss:

  • Market Outlook & Geopolitical Influences
  • Inflation & Tariff Impact
  • Bond Market & US Dollar Outlook
  • Precious Metals & Central Bank Buying
  • Energy Markets & Geopolitical tensions

 

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Erik Townsend and Patrick Ceresna welcome Jeff Currie to MacroVoices. Erik and Jeff discuss:

  • EU Defence & Capital Rotation
  • Impact of US Retreat & EU Opportunities 
  • Commodities & Energy Transition
  • Gold & Digital Currencies
  • Geopolitical Implications & Energy Policy

 

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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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