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Can a hedge fund really profit from market panic?

David Meyers, founder of Vixy Hedge Fund, joins The Futures Edge Podcast with Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino to unpack the complex world of VIX trading and volatility strategies. David dives deep into the structure of VIX ETFs, the role of contango, and how traders can profit from the natural decay in volatility instruments. Learn about the crucial role of risk management, market timing, and why non-correlated assets can be powerful tools in any portfolio.

This episode also explores:

-How weather impacts a trader’s mindset

-The psychological dynamics of managing investor expectations

-What drawdowns really mean—and how to bounce back

-Why baseball strategies may actually mirror successful trading habits

If you’re an investor, trader, or financial professional interested in volatility, ETF mechanics, or how to structure a fund with staying power, this conversation offers practical insights and big-picture thinking.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to the Futures Edge and Guest Introduction

02:57 Weather and Lifestyle Impact on Trading Mindset

06:06 Understanding ETFs and the VIX Hedge Fund

08:55 Contango and Its Effects on Trading Strategies

11:55 Risk Management and Margin Calls in Trading

14:54 Market Volatility and Trading Opportunities

17:53 The Nature of the VIX and Its Trading Dynamics

21:00 Drawdowns and Performance Expectations in Hedge Funds

31:01 Understanding Profit Fluctuations and Market Timing

34:17 The Nature of Non-Correlated Assets

36:07 Risk Management and Investor Expectations

39:34 The Psychology of Fund Management

40:55 The Future of Investment Structures

44:02 The Role of Accredited Investors

45:28 Baseball Insights and Analogies in Investing