It’s Beginning To Look A Lot Like COVID! | Macro Mondays: May 11, 2026

Andreas Steno Larsen and Mikkel Rosenvold are back to break down why today’s macro environment is starting to resemble 2021, from renewed concerns around the Hanta virus to rising input costs and supply chain pressures. Additionally, they assess the highly anticipated meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, and monitor the latest developments in peace talks for both Iran and Ukraine.🔥 Get 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗘𝗦𝗦 to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/3YOZZUe Timestamps:01:07 - Why 2026 Is Starting to Look Like 202103:17 - Hantavirus, Covid Flashbacks, and Why Markets Should Ignore It06:30 - Easy Dollar Liquidity, SLR Reform, and the Return of Risk Appetite11:27 - Tomorrow’s CPI Report and the Next Inflation Wave13:29 - Iran, Oil, and Why Hormuz Is Fading as a Market Driver15:03 - Trump-Xi Meeting: The Underreported Macro Event of the Week17:30 - Best Portfolio Hedges for US-China Decoupling22:21 - Iran, Ukraine, China: Could Easing Geopolitics Extend the Rally?25:12 - End Consumer Scarcity: The New AI and Semiconductor Trade Today’s sponsor is Plus500 US. Take your trading to the next level with cross-market contracts, from precious metals to key indices, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned trader in the Futures arena or brand new, Plus500’s user-friendly trading platform offers you the advanced tools, market insights, and quick execution you’ve been looking for. Get started with Plus500 for as little as $100 at https://us.plus500.com. Trading in futures involves the risk of loss. Let Monarch do your financial 'spring cleaning' for you!  Use code REALVISION at Monarch.com to get your first year half off at just $50. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices