Why Geopolitical Chaos Is Bullish For the US w/ Eric Wallerstein

Why Geopolitical Chaos Is Bullish For the US w/ Eric Wallerstein

From Milk Road Macro by Milk Road

May 19, 2026 · 44 min

About this episode

Eric Wallerstein discusses how geopolitical chaos may benefit U.S. markets amidst global economic shifts.

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People in this episode

Host: Milk Road

Guest: Eric Wallerstein

Topics covered

  • geopolitical chaos
  • US markets
  • macro strategy
  • economic power
  • capital flows

Keywords

  • geopolitical chaos
  • US markets
  • macro investing
  • economic power
  • capital flows
  • recession fears
  • inflation

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Nexo, Cape

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