Know Your Risk Podcast

When Markets Go Parabolic

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Jan 31, 2026
Chase Taylor, a macro analyst known for market commentary and risk management, joins to unpack parabolic moves and hedging in volatile markets. They cover why retail speculation fuels metals rallies. They debate when to avoid parabolas, miner valuation for timing, RAM shortages hitting tech, and how Fed appointments shape monetary risk.
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ADVICE

Plan Hedges Before Emotions Hit

  • Script a game plan before entering large, concentrated positions and decide triggers for hedging or trimming.
  • Zach says sticking to a pre-made plan reduces emotional mistakes during high-volatility moves.
INSIGHT

Hedge Low-Prob, High-Impact Risks

  • Low-probability events with huge portfolio impact justify hedges even if they limit upside.
  • Chase Taylor argues risk is what hurts most if it happens, not what is most probable.
ADVICE

Watch Retail Chatter As A Red Flag

  • Use anecdotal signals like sudden retail DMs and friends asking to buy as contrarian red flags.
  • Zach Abraham advises exiting or avoiding crowded speculative trades when non-professionals start soliciting advice.
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