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GM103: Why Optimism Could Be the Most Contrarian Trade ft. Pippa Malmgren

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Top Traders Unplugged
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Jul 1, 2026
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Summary

While much of the world is focused on geopolitical conflict, inflation and rising global tensions, Pippa Malmgren argues that a very different future may already be taking shape. Joining Niels Kaastrup-Larsen and Cem Karsan, she explores how artificial intelligence, advanced energy, shifting diplomacy and technological innovation could reshape the global economy and even reduce the risk of war. From the future of the US dollar and China to nuclear energy, robotics and non human intelligence, this conversation challenges conventional thinking and offers an unusually optimistic perspective on one of the most consequential periods in modern history. ----- 50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO FOR ACCREDITED INVESTORS - CLICK HERE ----- Follow Niels on Twitter , LinkedIn , YouTube or via the TTU website . IT’s TRUE ? – most CIO’s read 50+ books each year – get your FREE copy of the Ultimate Guide to the Best Investment Books ever written  here . And you can get a free copy of my latest book “ Ten Reasons to Add Trend Following to Your Portfolio ” here . Learn more about the Trend Barometer here . Send your questions to  [email protected] And please share this episode with a like-minded friend and leave an honest Rating & Review on  iTunes  or Spotify so more people can discover the podcast. Follow Cem on Twitter . Follow Pippa on X. Episode TimeStamps: 00:00 - Why Pippa believes the future is far more optimistic than most expect 01:05 - Reuniting after four years and revisiting major geopolitical themes 03:11 - Digital finance, transparency and the changing role of the US Treasury 06:40 - Ukraine, foreign policy and the debate over hidden funding networks 12:01 - Why Pippa believes the world is moving toward a super…