We apologise for any minor audio issues you may experience on today's episode. -- On today's episode of "The Macro Trading Floor," Andreas and Alfonso welcome Alex Campbell, the Founder of Rose AI, to the show for a discussion on the current situation in China. As inflation, de-globalization, and tight commodity markets continue to impact markets, Alex provides insights on the best ways to protect yourself in today's environment. Drawing on his extensive experience as the Head of Commodities at Bridgewater Associates, Alex delves into the structural underinvestment in the sector, how geopolitics have shaped the markets in 2022, and the likely path ahead in 2023. Tune in to hear Alex's actionable trade idea and learn more about how to navigate today's challenging economic landscape. -- Follow Alex: https://twitter.com/abcampbell Follow Andreas: https://twitter.com/AndreasSteno Follow Alf: https://twitter.com/MacroAlf Follow Blockworks: https://twitter.com/Blockworks_ Subscribe To The Macro Compass: https://themacrocompass.substack.com/ Subscribe To Stenos Signals: https://andreassteno.substack.com/ Get top market insights and the latest in crypto news. Subscribe to Blockworks Daily Newsletter: https://blockworks.co/newsletter/ -- This episode is sponsored by Curve. Curve is unlike any other credit card. It gives you the power to connect multiple credit and debit cards into one, convert your cashback into crypto rewards, Go Back in Time ®, create Smart Rules, and more. Apply now through https://link.curve.com/blockworks_macro_trading, you’ll earn $20 in Curve Cash after your first transaction. So sign up today! Terms and conditions apply. -- Referenced In The Show: Real Estate Watch - The equity market crisis to spread to Real Estate: https://andreassteno.substack.com/p/real-estate-watch-the-equity-market -- Timestamps: (00:00) Introduction (00:20) Breaking Down Jerome Powell's Speech (04:20) Blackstone Limits Withdrawals In Major Property Fund (06:52) The Labor Market (11:23) Feature Interview With Alex Campbell (18:02) What Is Happening In China? (23:15) Inflation, De-Globilization & Commodities (28:31) “Curve Ad” (29:41) The Fed Is Tightening, But The PBOC Is Loosening... (32:22) Is Volatility Too Cheap? (34:28) Asset Allocation During An Inflationary Cycle (37:18) Alex's Actionable Trade Idea (42:24) Post Interview: Final Thoughts -- Disclaimer: Nothing discussed on The Macro Trading Floor should be considered as investment advice. Please always do your own research & speak to a financial advisor before thinking about, thinking about putting your money into these crazy markets.