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Macro Musings with the W1M Multi Asset team: Volume 1

Sep 24, 2025
James Mee and Matthew Parkinson from W1M's multi-asset team dive into the intricacies of today's financial landscape. They discuss how liquidity drives market movements, challenging traditional views of earnings. The duo emphasizes the importance of non-consensus thinking for investment success and debates the lasting impacts of inflation and tariffs. They also explore the potential risks of AI-driven market concentration. With insights on industrial supply chains and their five-year investment picks—gold and uranium—the conversation is both informative and compelling.
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ADVICE

Prefer Durable Moats Over Hype

  • Avoid buying every hyped semiconductor name; assess gross-margin sustainability and competition risk.
  • Prefer platform software (e.g., Microsoft) with recurring revenue and durable enterprise advantages.
INSIGHT

Follow The Supply Chain For Theme Exposure

  • When targeting tech themes, investigate the entire supply chain to find durable, actionable investment angles.
  • Owning suppliers or infrastructure can capture theme upside with different risk/return profiles.
INSIGHT

AI Boosts Need For Reliable Power

  • AI capex raises power demand, increasing the case for reliable, low-carbon baseload like nuclear.
  • Governments are already considering stockpiles and policy shifts to secure critical minerals and energy supply.
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