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When will we hit a 2% inflation target? Lyn Alden reveals the critical challenges the central banks face, discusses the political shifts impacting Bitcoin, and the major threats being posed to the economy.



In this episode of Speak Up, Lyn Alden, a renowned macroeconomist and author, joins Anthony Scaramucci for a deep dive into the latest challenges facing the economy. Lyn discusses the political shifts impacting Bitcoin, the potential approval of the Ethereum ETF, and the major fiscal deficits that pose a threat to the economy.



She explains why traditional finance is struggling to adapt and how emerging market traits are appearing in developed countries. Discover the looming debt crisis and learn essential strategies to protect your investments.



TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 - Introduction

1:51 - Political Shifts in Crypto

2:37 - Ethereum ETF

3:29 - Mainstream Acceptance of Macro Views

4:19 - Recency Bias in Financial Markets

5:31 - Play Acting as Federal Reserve Chairman

6:49 - Impact of Fiscal Policies on the Economy

10:15 - Politicians and Economic Truths

12:33 - Potential Debt Crisis and Investor Preparations

16:59 - Are We Going to Be Okay?

18:13 - Future of Gold and Bitcoin Investments

19:50 - Closing Remarks

Michael Green reveals the hidden economic dangers and the risks of passive investing in today's market.



In this episode, Andrew Brill welcomes back Michael Green, Portfolio Manager and Chief Strategist at Simplify Asset Management, for an insightful discussion on the current state of the economy.



Discover why market indexes continue to hit new highs despite underlying economic weaknesses, and learn about the potential risks of passive investing.



TIMESTAMPS:

00:00 - Introduction

01:34 - Economic Deceleration and Employment Data

02:23 - Market Highs vs. Economic Weakness

05:00 - Understanding Passive Investing

08:07 - Risks of Passive Investing

10:39 - Impact of Employment on 401ks

13:57 - Job Growth and Market Risks

15:51 - Misinterpretation of Market Highs

18:55 - Active vs. Passive Management

21:45 - Concentration in Large Stocks

24:03 - Geopolitical Risks and Semiconductor Market

25:24 - Socioeconomic Inequities and Inflation

28:44 - Personal Debt and National Debt

30:30 - Interest Rates and Economic Impact

35:57 - Federal Reserve Policies and Public Impact

36:47 - Google's Antitrust Case

39:47 - Protecting Personal Wealth

41:04 - Importance of Long-Term Investing

41:52 - AI and Economic Productivity

42:40 - Closing Remarks 

Chris Casey of WindRock Wealth Management joins to explain the shocking truths about the Fed's policies and how they might be driving us toward recession.

In this episode of Wealthion, host Andrew Brill sits down with Chris Casey, Founder and Managing Director of WindRock Wealth Management, to explore whether or not the Fed is driving the U.S. into recession. Chris exposes the hidden realities behind the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions and their drastic impact on inflation and the economy.

Learn why artificially low rates might be setting us up for economic disaster and uncover the tools the Fed uses to manipulate the financial system. Chris also discusses the potential for stagflation, drawing parallels to the economic turmoil of the 1970s.



TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Introduction

1:52 - The Federal Reserve

3:48 - Tools of the Fed: Monetary Policy Explained

6:58 - Fractional Reserve Banking and Bank Failures

8:28 - CPI and Market Reactions

9:41 - Concerns About Stagflation

11:29 - The Fed's Predictive Failures

13:51 - Interest Rates: Historical Context

16:32 - Are We Heading for a Recession?

19:56 - Understanding the Yield Curve

21:33 - Government Debt and Bond Yields

23:42 - The Dilemma: Raise Rates or Cut Rates?

26:43 - The Autonomy of the Fed

29:24 - Future Economic Outlook and Fiscal Challenges

30:59 - Closing Remarks

Learn how Bret Kenwell of eToro navigates market volatility, inflation, and his investment strategies to help you protect and grow your wealth.

In this episode, Wealthion host James Connor interviews Bret Kenwell, Investment and Options analyst at eToro. Bret shares his expert insights on navigating the current economic landscape, understanding market trends, and making smart investment choices.

This conversation touches a wide range of topics including inflation, interest rates, the health of the U.S. consumer, and the performance of gold and Bitcoin.

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TIMESTAMPS: 

00:00 - Introduction by James Connor

01:30 - Bret Kenwell's Background and Role at eToro

02:30 - Market Trends and Social Investing

04:00 - Impact of Roaring Kitty and GameStop Surge

05:10 - Broadening Investments Beyond Tech

06:55 - U.S. Economy and Market Outlook

08:05 - Inflation Insights and Fed Policies

11:10 -Interest Rates and Market Predictions

13:20 - Health of the U.S. Consumer

18:20 - Investing in Gold and Bitcoin

24:10 -  Conclusion

Join Andrew Brill and Justin Nugent for a deep dive into this week’s hottest stock picks and market trends with the experts from Market Rebellion. Find out why Nvidia’s upcoming earnings could either send the stock soaring or crashing and what’s really going on with meme stocks like GME and AMC. We’ll also uncover the unusual options activity that reveals where the smart money is betting big.

Plus, learn strategies to protect your wealth and seize opportunities in these unpredictable times. Don’t miss this must-watch guide to staying ahead in the markets this week!

Takeaways

The CPI and PPI came out slightly lower, indicating that inflation is still present but starting to abate.

Meme stock madness is back, with stocks like GME and AMC rallying due to social media influence. Following the smart money and unusual options activity can lead to successful trades.

Nvidia is predicted to have solid earnings and may benefit from a potential stock split.

Lucid Group is expected to decline as meme stock madness subsides.

Target is anticipated to have positive earnings, following in the footsteps of Walmart.The S&P, Dow, and NASDAQ reached intraday highs, signaling a bullish market.The crossing of the eight and 21-day moving averages is seen as a bullish signal for the market.

Wealthion and Market Rebellion offer resources and services to help investors make informed decisions.

In this Weekly Market Recap, Andrew Brill reflects on the interviews that took place on Wealthion over the past week in another Wealthion Weekly Market Recap!00:40 - Jared DillianThis week, we spoke to Jared Dillian about Roaring Kitty, meme stocks and also discussed tech companies. Plus, how Google has become complacentFull Episode: https://youtu.be/vDP8yV2J3iA09:59 - Peter McCormack ( @WhatBitcoinDid )On Speak Up, Peter McCormack, an avid Bitcoin investor, talked about geopolitics, inflation and how it all impacts Bitcoin.23:58 - Natalie Brunell ( @nataliebrunell )Plus, Natalie Brunell stopped by to talk about the security benefits of Bitcoin, and offered her thoughts on the volatility of Bitcoin and investing in gold.31:23 - Marc LoPrestiOn Next Week on the Trading Floor, Marc LoPresti from @MarketRebellion gave us his picks for the week, as well as his picks for the upcoming week.38:38 - Kyla ScanlonFinally, financial analyst Kyla Scanlon joined us to talk about meme stocks and Gen Z's economic outlook.