Melvin Capital Dusts Off GameStop Saga

The video discusses the investment strategies of Ken Griffin and Steve Cohen, highlighting their $2.75 billion investment. It analyzes the performance of a particular strategy, noting a 22% return in February after a 53% loss in January. The discussion includes a comparison of market strategies, focusing on the risks and adjustments made by different investors, including Kathy Woods. The video also explores changes in short strategies, emphasizing the avoidance of SEC-reported positions and the use of data analysis to inform decisions.

What was the initial investment amount by Ken Griffin and Steve Cohen into the strategy?

• $2.75 billion

• $1.5 billion

• $2 billion

• $3 billion

What percentage return did the strategy achieve in February?

• 30%

• 22%

• 25%

• 15%

What is the main focus of Kathy Woods' strategy?

• Dividend stocks

• Long-term investments

• Momentum bets

• Short positions

What change did Plotkin make to his strategy regarding short positions?

• Increased short positions

• Stopped reporting puts to the SEC

• Focused on dividend stocks

• Invested in real estate

What role do data scientists play in Plotkin's new strategy?

• Managing client portfolios

• Analyzing financial statements

• Monitoring social media and message boards

• Predicting stock prices