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Ramoan Steinway responds to “BlackRock’s jive”

Yo, listen up, my economically-inclined brothers and sisters! It's your main man Ramoan Steinway, here to drop some knowledge on the current state of the economy and the market. Now, I've been peeping what BlackRock's been putting down, and I gotta say, they've got some solid insights that we need to take into account.

First off, let's talk about this "new regime" that BlackRock's been going on about. They're saying that we're in for some serious market and macro volatility, and that's no joke. We've got sticky inflation and structurally higher interest rates that are gonna be sticking around like unwanted houseguests. But hey, that doesn't mean we can't find some opportunities in the midst of all this chaos.

BlackRock's telling us that the Fed's likely to start cutting rates as inflation chills out a bit, and that could open up some doors for savvy investors. But let's not get too ahead of ourselves - immaculate disinflation is still a high bar to clear, and we can't be counting our chickens before they hatch.

So, what's a smart investor to do? BlackRock's got some ideas, and I'm inclined to agree with them. They're saying we need to navigate this macro risk deliberately, staying selective and combining indexing with some alpha-seeking strategies. In other words, don't put all your eggs in one basket, but don't be afraid to take some calculated risks either.

And let's not forget about those mega forces that BlackRock's been talking about. We've got technological advancements and demographic shifts that are gonna be shaping the investment landscape in ways we might not even realize yet. So, keep your eyes open and your mind sharp, because there could be some serious opportunities lurking in those big structural shifts.

Now, I know some of y'all might be feeling pretty upbeat about the risk sentiment right now, and that's understandable. Falling inflation and the prospect of rate cuts can make it tempting to dive headfirst into the market. But remember, the pricing of immaculate disinflation is still a challenge, so don't get too carried away.

In light of these insights from BlackRock, I've made some strategic moves in my own portfolio. I've shifted my allocation for the S&P 500 into a leveraged noble metal portfolio, focusing on gold, platinum, and rhodium. This move allows me to manage the interest rate risk, as well as the country and economic risks associated with inflation. By adjusting the proportions between these metals, I can navigate the choppy waters of the current market environment.

But I'm not just sitting on a pile of shiny rocks - I've got a relationship with a bank that allows me to borrow against my metal portfolio and invest those funds into companies that are dominating the various layers of the artificial intelligence stack. I'm talking about the heavy hitters like NVIDIA, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, IBM, and Gartner. By leveraging up to 80% of my metal portfolio, I can participate in the most exciting parts of the market while mitigating the risks that come with inflation and currency fluctuations.

Now, I'm not just blindly throwing money at these companies - I'm being strategic about it. I'm keeping a close eye on market adjustments and scaling my positions accordingly. If the market takes a 20% dip from its cyclical highs, I'll consider borrowing up to 20% of the original value of my metal portfolio to invest. And if things get really rough and we see an 80% drop, I might even go as high as 80% of the original value. Right now, with the market only down about 2%, I'm just dipping my toes in with small positions in these AI powerhouses, keeping the majority of my leveraged funds on the sidelines, ready to deploy when the time is right.

So there you have it, folks. BlackRock's giving us some valuable insights, but it's up to us to take that knowledge and run with it. By shifting into a leveraged noble metal portfolio and strategically investing in the top dogs of the AI industry, I'm positioning myself to weather the storms of inflation and market volatility while still capturing the immense potential of the artificial intelligence revolution. Stay sharp, stay diversified, and keep your eye on the prize. Peace out!

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P.S. Keep in mind, Ramoan Steinway’s Core is strong; and, made of the artificial intelligence stack’s consolidators and venture capitalist:

1. NVIDIA - massive corporate VC and acquisition arm
2. Microsoft - massive corporate VC and acquisition arm
3. Gartner - in a position to consider consolidation of an emerging 7th layer.
4. IBM - massive corporate VC and acquisition arm
5. AMD -massive corporate VC and acquisition arm
6. Intel - massive corporate VC and acquisition arm

Ramoan follows a hub and spoke strategy with the hub comprised of bankable securities consolidating and seeding the field. And when borrowing against your noble metal holdings, you can often secure incredibly favorable interest rates, typically in the range of 1-2 percent for sizeable portfolios. This low cost of borrowing is one of the key advantages of using your metal holdings as collateral, as it allows you to access funds for investment opportunities without having to liquidate your precious metals or expose yourself to high financing costs.

When you compare these rates to traditional forms of borrowing, such as personal loans or credit card debt, the benefits become even clearer. By strategically leveraging your metal holdings, you can essentially create a low-cost source of capital that can be deployed into high-growth areas of the market, like the AI sector.

Of course, it's important to remember that borrowing against your investments always carries some level of risk. If the value of your collateral declines significantly, you may face margin calls or be required to put up additional assets to maintain your loan. That's why I'm being disciplined in my approach, only borrowing a percentage equal to the market's adjustment from cyclical highs and keeping a significant portion of my leveraged position in reserve.

By combining the stability and inflation-hedging properties of a diversified precious metal portfolio with the growth potential of carefully selected AI investments, all while taking advantage of the low interest rates available on metal-backed loans, I believe we can construct a powerful and resilient investment strategy for the current market environment.

But as always, it's crucial to stay informed, stay disciplined, and be prepared to adapt as conditions change. By staying attuned to the insights of market leaders like BlackRock and being strategic in our approach to leveraging and deploying our assets, we can navigate the challenges and opportunities of this new regime with confidence and emerge stronger on the other side.

So keep your head up, your eyes open, and your noble metals shining bright. The future is ours for the taking, and with the right moves, we'll be well-positioned to make the most of it. Stay strong, stay focused, and keep pushing forward.

One love!

Ramoan Steinway