TTU141: The Alternative Trendfollower ft. Douglas Greenig, CEO of Florin Court

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Douglas Greenig, CEO of Florin Court, as we explore their unique approach to managing $2 billion in assets using a systematic trend following program focused on alternative markets. Discover how they navigate the current macro environment by prioritizing skew over the traditional Sharpe ratio, their process for uncovering new markets, and their strategies for managing risk and uncertainty during times of crisis. We dive deep into their trend following implementation and why it's essential not to become a "backtest junkie." Plus, learn why they steer clear of having money inside of China, despite trading Chinese markets and how the location of their office has impacted their work. Don't miss this enlightening discussion with another industry leader in the CTA space.

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Episode Timestamps:

02:46 - Discovering Florin Court's Trend Following Approach

03:54 - The Macro Perspective: Understanding the Big Picture

07:13 - Why Trend Following and Alternative Markets?

15:55 - Skew Over Sharpe Ratio: A Different Way of Looking at Risk

18:31 - Understanding Crisis Alpha: How Trend Following Shines in Turbulent Times

22:27 - Accessing Individual Markets: The Hunt for Alpha

29:20 - Navigating Risks in Alternative Markets

33:39 - The Role of Macro Factors in Alternative Markets

36:41 - From Niche to Mainstream: The Rise of Alternative Markets

40:10 - Working with Trend Following: Tips and Best Practices

47:33 - Managing Risk: An Inside Look at Florin Court's Process

52:06 - The Importance of Macro Awareness in Trend Following

56:02 - ESGs and Investing: A New Frontier?

58:12 - Living the Abu Dhabi Lifestyle

01:01:26 - Factors Impacting Performance: A Closer Look

01:04:54 - The Art of Navigating Different Opinions

01:08:15 - Concerns & Opportunities in 2023: What to Watch Out For

01:11:13 - Thank You for Listening: Closing Remarks

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