Kurv Your Enthusiasm
Discussions on global markets, trade ideas, and everything adjacent.
The Fed Is Hiking Again: How to Position Your Portfolio Today
What does the Fed’s return to rate hikes mean for investors? In the latest episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin break down the outlook for rates, inflation, equities, AI, and precious metals, and explore how investors can position portfolios across different market scenarios.
Recorded 9/24/2026. This material contains the opinions of the speakers, and such opinions are subject to change without notice. This content is not to be considered as personalized investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product.
What Is Portable Alpha? How Institutions Generate Income From Equity Portfolios
What if you could rethink how equity exposure and income work together?
In the latest episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Howard Chan, Dominique Tersin, and Steve Sapra break down portable alpha and how institutional investors have used the concept to approach equity exposure, income, options, and taxes.
Recorded 8/21/2026. This material contains the opinions of the speakers, and such opinions are subject to change without notice. This content is not to be considered as personalized investment advice or a recommendation of any particular security, strategy or investment product.
The AI Memory Revolution: The Next Big AI Investment Theme?
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin explain why High Bandwidth Memory (HBM) has become essential to AI, what's driving unprecedented demand, why SK Hynix has emerged as a leader in the space, and what it all means for investors.
The Market Story Nobody Is Talking About: SpaceX, Inflation & A New Fed Chair
Join us on this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm as we break down one of the most eventful months for markets in recent memory.
This episode covers the record-breaking SpaceX IPO, easing tensions between the U.S. and Iran, inflation climbing back above 4%, and what Kevin Warsh's first Federal Reserve meeting could mean for investors. We also reflect on the legacy of former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan and discuss how today's economic environment may shape portfolio positioning for the second half of 2026.
Topics Covered: The largest IPO in U.S. history: SpaceX U.S.–Iran ce...
Why Markets Keep Rallying Despite Inflation and Higher Rates
Higher oil. Sticky inflation. Rising yields. Yet markets keep rallying.
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin discuss AI spending, inflation, U.S.-China policy, real assets, and why cash matters again.
Oil Isn’t the Only Shortage: Hidden Supply Imbalances Investors Are Missing
CEO and Founder of Kurv Investment Management, Howard Chan and Portfolio Manager, Dominique Tersin, discuss current market conditions and dig into:
Oil volatility, the Strait of Hormuz, and what it means for global supplyThe Fed’s next move as it balances inflation risk with slowing growthWhere supply and demand imbalances are creating new opportunitiesOil Prices, Market Outlook, and the Story of Kurv
CEO & Founder Howard Chan and Portfolio Manager Dominique Tersin discuss:
• The outlook for oil and broader markets
• Celebrating 10 ETFs listed on Cboe and ringing the closing bell
• Our story and what’s ahead
Copper, Rotation, and What the Market is Really Signaling
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Kurv CEO & Founder, Howard Chan, and Lead Portfolio Manager, Dominique Tersin, dig into the role of #copper as an economic signal, how it ties into ongoing market rotation, and what investors may be missing beneath the surface.
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From Volatility to Opportunity: How Investors Are Positioning for 2026
After a volatile stretch for markets, advisors and investors are reassessing both risk and opportunity.
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Kurv CEO & Founder Howard Chan and Portfolio Manager Dominique Tersin discuss:
• The macroeconomic backdrop driving recent market activity
• The surge in precious metals and the role gold and silver can play in portfolios during periods of volatility
• The case for copper
• Why Q1 2026 may be more constructive than many investors expect
• How investors are thinking about portfolio positioning looking ahead
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2025 Market Lessons & What’s Coming in 2026
It’s the final episode of the year, and a good moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead.
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Kurv CEO & Founder, Howard Chan, and Portfolio Manager, Dominique Tersin, unpack:
• Key market lessons from 2025
• What surprised investors this year
• Themes and risks to watch as we head into 2026
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Dollar Hedging, Tax-Loss Harvesting & the 2026 Fed Path
It’s that time of year — markets are moving, headlines are flying, and investors are juggling plenty of year-end decisions.
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, Kurv CEO & Founder Howard Chan and Portfolio Manager Dominique Tersin break down:
• The government reopening and what it could mean for markets
• Dollar hedging and global macro trends
• End-of-year tax loss harvesting
• The Fed’s outlook heading into 2026
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Building a Different Kind of Strategy: Gold, Silver, Bitcoin & Beyond
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This conversation explores the dynamics of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency markets, focusing on market corrections, the impact of margin trading, and future investment strategies. Howard Chan discusses how market fluctuations affect investor behavior and the importance of understanding risk in trading. The conversation also delves into the uncertain yet promising future of cryptocurrency, emphasizing the need for education and diversification in investment approaches.
After the rate cut, what does it mean for your portfolio?
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In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, hosts Chris Yang, along with CEO, Howard Chan and lead portfolio manager, Dominique Tersin, discuss the current state of the markets, focusing on inflation, the recent Fed rate cut, and its implications for various asset classes. They explore the potential for stagflation, the impact of rate cuts on everyday investors, and the role of alternative income strategies in a falling rate environment. The conversation also touches on the effects of a weaker dollar on multinationals, currency risk in portfolios, and the influence of geopolitics and tariffs on corporate margins...
Tech Sector Resilience Amidst Economic Uncertainty
In this episode, Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin discuss the latest trends in the market, focusing on the recent earnings season, particularly in the tech sector. They analyze the impact of tariffs, the growth of AI infrastructure, and the performance of various asset classes, including gold. The conversation also delves into economic indicators, inflation trends, and the labor market, providing insights into the potential actions of the Federal Reserve regarding interest rates. The hosts conclude with their outlook for the remainder of the year and strategies for positioning in the current market environment.
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Navigating the Tariff Tide: Markets, Sentiment, and Policy Impact
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In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, hosts Howard Chan and Dom Tersin discuss the current state of the economy, focusing on recent economic indicators, consumer sentiment, and the implications of government spending and budget deficits. They analyze market reactions to these developments and share insights on investment strategies in a volatile environment. The conversation concludes with an outlook on global markets and asset classes, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changing economic conditions.
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00:00 Introduction and Market Overview
04:53 Economic Indicators and Consumer Sentiment
08:40 Budget Deficits and Government...
Volatility Part III: Cboe's Bill O'Keefe on The Evolution of Options Trading
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In this episode, Kurv Investment's Howard Chan and Cboe Global Markets' Bill O'Keefe discuss the evolution of options trading, focusing on the role of Cboe in the market and the changing dynamics of volatility. They explore the increasing sophistication of market participants, the rise of FLEX options, and how these developments have influenced trading strategies and market behavior. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding volatility as a key component in portfolio management and the resources available for further education on these topics.
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00:00 Introduction to Volatility Series
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Volatility Part II: Extracting the Volatility Premia. Trade and Budget Dual Deficit.
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In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, hosts Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin discuss various aspects of investing, focusing on market updates, economic indicators, trade and budget dual deficit challenges faced by the US. They delve into the complexities of volatility in investment portfolios, exploring strategies for trading volatility and its implications for portfolio management. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding market dynamics and the potential for volatility to act as a diversifier in investment strategies.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kurv Your Enthusiasm
01:17 Market Update
05:48 Analyzing...
Volatility Part I. Trade Wars. European Defense Spending.
Summary
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, hosts Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin discuss recent market trends, fiscal policies, the implications of tariffs on manufacturing, and increased European spending on defense. They delve into the concept of market volatility and its role in portfolio management.
Chapters
00:00 Market Overview and Recent Trends
03:40 US Trade and Discal Policy Dynamics
15:34 European Defence Spending
20:01 Understanding Market Volatility
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Jevons Paradox. Tariffs. FX Markets. Carry Trade.
Summary
In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm hosts Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin delve into various economic principles and market dynamics, starting with Jevons Paradox. They discuss recent trends in equities, inflation, interest rates, and the implications of tariffs on the market. The conversation transitions into the FX market, highlighting the importance of currency risks for investors. Finally, they explore the mechanics of carry trades, emphasizing the significance of interest rates in currency valuation.
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:59 Market Update
05:17 Threat of Tariffs Galore
10:42 The Currency...
AI Outlook. Bitcoin Arbitrage. DeepSeek. Stargate.
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In this episode of Kurv Your Enthusiasm, hosts Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin discuss the latest trends in investing, focusing on market updates, AI infrastructure initiatives, and the tech sector outlook for 2025. They delve into the recent market reactions to AI developments, particularly the impact of DeepSeek on Nvidia's stock. The episode concludes with a detailed explanation of Bitcoin arbitrage trading, highlighting the persistent mispricing in the futures market and its implications for investors.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Kurv Your Enthusiasm Podcast
01:09 Market and News Update
03:54 Project...
Fed Funds Rates: How to set them and how to predict them
In the inaugural episode of "Kurv Your Enthusiasm", hosts Howard Chan and Dominique Tersin introduce their podcast focused on investing and financial markets. They discuss the significance of short-term interest rates, how they influence government, corporate, and individual borrowing, and the mechanics of how the Federal Reserve sets these rates. The conversation also covers market expectations for interest rate changes in 2025 and the importance of having a contrarian view in investing.
00:00 Introduction to Kurv Your Enthusiasm
06:16 The Importance of Short-Term Interest Rates
16:15 How the Fed sets Interest Rates
21:41 Market...
Introducing "Kurv Your Enthusiasm" Podcast
Howard Chan, Founder and CEO, and Dominique Tersin, Portfolio Manager of Kurv Investment Management introducing "Kurv Your Enthusiasm" Podcast. Go to kurvinvest.com to learn more about Kurv.
