The surprise, large-scale attack on Israel over the weekend is “just the opening volley” for what could be a lengthy conflict in the Middle East, Keith McCullough says. How does Hedgeye’s CEO account for geopolitical conflicts in his investing process? 

“The answer’s going to always be the signal,” McCullough explains in this clip from The Macro Show. “Where are they within Trade, Trend and Risk Ranges?” 

Following the signals removes the need to react to daily media speculation on geopolitical risks. 

“You could write anything to me about what’s going on in the Middle East this morning,” he adds. “Please don’t cancel me, I’m Catholic, but Jesus Christ himself could give me a buzz on the cellphone and tell me what he’s thinking about the setup, and I wouldn’t listen. All I care about is [the signal].” 

Watch the full clip above. 

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