Trends with Friends

Howard Lindzon
Trends with Friends Podcast

Trends with Friends is a weekly podcast and newsletter hosted by Howard Lindzon, JC Parets, and Phil Pearlman, discussing the hottest trends in the market and more. Oh, and they occasionally invite their friends to join the fun. Follow the Show: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdHmRHXX9yQe07xpndq9wHA Trends With Friends Newsletter: https://trendswithfriends.com/ Howard's Newsletter: https://www.howardlindzon.com/ Follow The Hosts: https://twitter.com/howardlindzon https://twitter.com/allstarcharts https://twitter.com/ppearlman

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Four Reasons To Be Fired Up About Financials with Larry Thompson

    Join Phil Pearlman, JC Parets, Michael Parekh, and Larry Thompson as they dissect current market trends, from semiconductors to financials, and explore the future of AI in consumer tech. This episode covers: • The potential top in semiconductors and its implications for the broader market • Why financials are poised for outperformance in the coming months • Apple's AI strategy and its impact on personal health technology • Under-the-radar stock picks in the "Trends with No Friends" segment • The integration of AI into everyday devices and its societal implications • Technical analysis techniques for identifying market trends —  Recorded live on Tuesday, September 10th —   Charts: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1_pEGmgilFAbJ5U3jCQRxX6fl8I_Dbrf7MBjTX2BCbKA/edit?usp=sharing — Skip Ahead: (00:00) Introduction and semiconductor market analysis (06:17) We are at the beginning of the beginning of the AI wave (13:42) The case for financials outperformance (33:20) Bonds and yield curves (38:53) Apple's AI strategy and health tech innovations (51:32) The future of personal health data and AI assistants (58:57) Trends with No Friends: Aramark (ARMK) analysis (01:01:16) Closing thoughts and market outlook —  Where To Find Howard and Friends:  • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman • Michael - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh • Larry Thompson - https://x.com/hostilecharts • Riley - https://stocktwits.com/coloradoriley • Production and Marketing - https://penname.com —  Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: https://stocktwits.com/ —  Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/

    1h 2m
  2. SEP 4

    What Election Year Means For Your Stock Portfolio

    Join Howard Lindzon, JC Parets, Phil Pearlman, and Michael Parekh as they dive into September market trends, the impact of AI across various sectors, and uncover hidden opportunities. This episode covers: • September seasonality and its impact on market sentiment • The broadening bull market and sector rotation • AI's influence on healthcare, robotics, and global competition • The case for continued strength in technology stocks • Under-the-radar stock picks in the "Trends with No Friends" segment • The state of the NFL and some lighthearted football predictions —  Recorded live on Tuesday, September 3rd  —  Charts: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1EtAgh2A-joOuM4AwaMe1WWU5B3oFjdnGOacwxmoPJyk/edit?usp=sharing —  Where To Find Howard and Friends:  • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman • Michael - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh • Production and Marketing - https://penname.co/ —  Skip Ahead: (00:00) Introduction and September market overview (04:16) AI's impact on semiconductors and data centers (12:20) The potential of AI in healthcare and robotics (20:09) Global competition in AI and technology (27:24) Monthly charts with JC (35:50) NYSE and DJ Industrial Average hitting new ATH's (36:55) Continued strength in technology stocks (39:55) Is Nvidia the greatest stock of all time? (42:20) Myopic loss aversion  (46:00) Global stock market review (49:13) Trends with No Friends: Lamar Advertising (LAMR) (56:27) NFL predictions and closing thoughts — Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: ⁠https://stocktwits.com/ ⁠ — Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: ⁠https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/⁠

    1h 0m
  3. AUG 29

    Nvidia Day Special: Charting the Future of AI and Humanoid Investing

    In this special episode of Trends with Friends, Howard Lindzon and Phil Pearlman are joined by a panel of experts to discuss the transformative power of AI, its implications for various industries, and investment strategies in this rapidly evolving landscape. Featuring Raja Doddala, Chris Camillo, and Michael Parekh, the conversation covers: • The current state and future potential of AI and robotics • The impact of AI on labor markets and productivity • Investment strategies for AI and related technologies • The role of data in AI development and scaling • Global competition in AI and robotics, particularly between the US and China • The importance of infrastructure and energy in supporting AI growth • Potential risks and challenges in AI investing —  Recorded live on Wednesday, August 28th  —  Charts: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Z5lDcR9btEKhkI5qiu5mxxw1Tr7VLHZ3K8bXQBUMIrE/edit#slide=id.g28375c66b95_10_25 —  About Our Guests: Raja Doddala: Partner at Churchill Asset Management, focusing on venture and growth equity investments. Chris Camillo: Retail investor known for his "social arbitrage" investing strategy and host of Dumb Money. Michael Parekh: Former Goldman Sachs executive with extensive experience in tech investing and analysis. —  Where To Find Howard and Friends:  • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon  • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts  • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman  • Michael Parekh - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh • Raja Doddala - https://x.com/rdoddala • Chris Camillo - https://x.com/ChrisCamillo • Production and Marketing - https://penname.co/ —  Skip Ahead: (00:00) Guest introductions (06:07) The current state of AI and its potential impact (09:45) AI's effect on developer productivity (14:50) The transformative power of AI on labor markets (24:50) The importance of data in AI development (26:00) The role of robotics in the AI revolution (32:00) Visual data through robots (38:53) Global competition in AI and robotics (46:40) AI jumps ahead in valuations (49:30) AI scaling laws and their implications (01:01:08) Investment strategies for AI and related technologies (01:08:44) The importance of energy in AI infrastructure (01:13:05) Final thoughts on investing in personal health amidst rapid technological change — Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: https://stocktwits.com/ — Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/

    1h 16m
  4. AUG 21

    Analyzing Market Sentiment, $AMD's Big Move, $HACK and $PANW on the Rise?

    Join us as we explore the current state of the bull market, emerging trends in semiconductors and healthcare, and the growing impact of AI across industries. We discuss: • The broadening bull market and its implications for investors • The rise of semiconductors and healthcare stocks • How AI is reshaping various sectors, from tech to healthcare • The concept of the "degenerate economy" and its impact on investing • Emerging trends in voice AI technology • The state of the venture capital market and its effect on market sentiment • The risks and opportunities in the growing online gambling sector —  Recorded live on Tuesday, August 20th  Charts: ⁠https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1O3GYd03SIuDsPTXlgZ6BOYzwIrbvpU5J89D_oDsMNb8/edit?usp=sharing⁠ —  Skip Ahead: (00:00) Introduction and market overview (03:06) "I survived the bear market" (05:56) NYSE Composite, DJ Industrial, S&P100 hitting ATH's (08:46) Market analysis and leveraging data (14:10) AI tools in market analysis (16:40) Sentiment shifts (20:25) Newsletter writers and the misdirection of money (23:10) US dollar trends and emerging market currencies (30:10) How headlines change the way we think (32:06) $HACK, on the rise (34:50) Healthcare sector trends and catalysts (36:15) Financials and industrials closing at ATH's (40:37) Drug companies have won (45:22) AMD's acquisition and AI job trends (47:46) Elon Musk's approach to AI and social media (51:35) Google vs Apple in voice AI technology (53:59) Venture capital market trends and challenges (58:44) Trends with No Friends: Flutter vs DraftKings (01:02:01) The impact of gambling apps on long-term investing —  Where To Find Howard and Friends:  • Howard - ⁠https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon⁠  • JC - ⁠https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts ⁠ • Phil - ⁠https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman⁠  • Michael Parekh - ⁠https://stocktwits.com/MParekh ⁠ • Production and Marketing - ⁠https://penname.co/ ⁠ —  Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: ⁠https://stocktwits.com/ ⁠ —  Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: ⁠https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/⁠

    1h 5m
  5. AUG 14

    Starbucks’ Stock Surge, VC’s Bear Market, Breakout with Exchanges | Michael Batnick

    Howard Lindzon, JC Parets, Phil Pearlman, Michael Batnick, and Michael Parekh dive into the current state of the markets, from Starbucks' resurgence with the news of their new CEO to the hidden bear market in venture capital. They cover: • Starbucks' turnaround strategy and the power of consumer habits • The disconnect between public and private markets • How AI is reshaping wealth management • The rise of exchanges and their data-driven advantage • Gold's global breakout and its appeal in uncertain times • The impact of AI on companies like Apple and the future of personal health tracking —  Recorded live on Tuesday, August 13th —  Charts: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qEEmnJ1SaAw8F0wivbebxGkIzr-ke57l-2ysb2sPhfc/edit?usp=sharing —  Skip Ahead: (00:00) Introduction and Starbucks discussion (05:12) Apple's AI strategy and future potential (09:28) The hidden bear market in venture capital (16:35) Market sentiment and VIX analysis (21:42) AI's impact on wealth management (33:12) The future of personal health tracking (37:53) The rise of exchanges and their data advantage (52:35) Gold's global breakout and appeal (59:17) Closing thoughts on market trends —  Where To Find Howard and Friends:  • Michael Batnick - https://x.com/michaelbatnick • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman  • Michael Parekh - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh  • Production and Marketing - https://penname.co/  —  Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: https://stocktwits.com/ —  Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/

    1h 3m
  6. AUG 7

    Special Live Episode: Panic With Friends

    Join Howard Lindzon, Phil Pearlman, JC Parets, and Michael Parekh as they dissect the recent market volatility, discuss the DOJ's ruling against Google, and share insights on navigating uncertain times. With over 100 years of combined market experience, our panel offers a calm perspective on the VIX spike and what it means for investors. — We cover: • The recent VIX spike and its implications for the market • Whether the current bull market is still intact • The DOJ's ruling against Google and its potential impact on big tech • The yen carry trade unwinding and its effects on global markets • Trends with No Friends: Overlooked stocks making moves • The importance of understanding your risk profile • Why panic selling during volatility is often a mistake • How to approach portfolio rebalancing in times of uncertainty — Skip Ahead: (00:00) Introduction and market overview (05:12) Understanding the VIX spike and its implications (14:03) Is the bull market still intact? (18:24) Google's antitrust ruling and impact on big tech (32:24) Michael Parekh on the DOJ vs Google case (37:13) Should you sell Google stock? (41:25) Recent acquisitions in the AI space (49:55) Explaining the yen carry trade (58:24) Trends with No Friends: Clearwater Analytics (CWAN) (01:00:16) Howard's picks: CBOE and Philip Morris International (01:02:53) Phil's advice on long-term investing plans (01:05:42) Understanding your risk profile in volatile markets — Where To Find Howard and Friends: • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman • Michael - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh • Riley - https://stocktwits.com/coloradoriley • Production and Marketing - https://penname.co/ — Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: https://stocktwits.com/ — Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/

    1h 8m
  7. AUG 1

    Bitcoin's Bullish Trajectory, Biotech Breakouts, and Global Market Shifts

    Join us as we dissect the most compelling charts in the world: from Bitcoin's potential breakout to biotech's resurgence and the shifting landscape of global markets. We dive deep into market trends, exploring the "degenerate economy," AI's impact on various sectors, and why some stocks fly under the radar despite impressive performance. — This episode is brought to you by Stocktoberfest. Join us for a 2-day palooza in Coronado, CA: Get actionable insights on the latest investing trends. Learn about the hottest trends in alternative data products. Network with industry thought leaders: https://stocktoberfest.stocktwits.com/  — Skip Ahead:  (00:00) Introduction and Stocktoberfest (03:35) Bitcoin's long-term chart analysis (13:48) Politics influence on Bitcoin (18:00) Eyes on Solana  (22:33) AI apps (25:07) Biotech’s breakout (31:52) NYSW Advance-Decline hitting new ATH’s (37:30) Goldman Sachs (39:16) Global market trends (42:52) US vs. Global equities  (48:00) Trends with NO Friends: Spotlight on Alcon ($ALC) (55:45) Apple Intelligence and its potential impact (59:55) $VRT and AI infrastructure companies (01:02:10) Closing thoughts —  Referenced:  • Bill Miller - https://focusdst.com/bill-miller-an-investors-evolution-part-i/ • Caitlin Cook - https://x.com/deadcaitbounce?lang=en • Moonwalk Fitness - https://moonwalk.fit/ • Talkie AI - https://www.talkie-ai.com/ • Alcon - https://investor.alcon.com/stock-information/default.aspx —  Where To Find Howard and Friends:  • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon  • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts  • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman  • Michael - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh  • Riley - https://stocktwits.com/coloradoriley  • Production and Marketing - https://penname.co/  —  Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: https://stocktwits.com/  —  Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/

    1h 4m
  8. JUL 26

    Meta's Smart Glasses, CrowdStrike's Glitch, and the Degenerate Economy

    This week, we delve into Meta's partnership with Luxottica and the future of smart glasses, examine the implications of CrowdStrike's recent software glitch, and explore Howard's DGEN Economy index and its performance. JC provide’s insights on market rotations from tech to financials and small caps, the resurgence of regional banks and transportation stocks, and Riley explains this week’s Trends with No Friends pick for an underfollowed stock—TE Connectivity. — This episode is brought to you by Chart Art. The best trade ideas and analysis from the Stocktwits community. Delivered daily by 8 pm ET: https://chartart.stocktwits.com/ — Skip Ahead: (00:00) Meta to buy Luxottica? (07:35) Is the market correcting? (12:59) The size of the internet today (15:15) Challenges for OpenAI (23:51) JC’s chart pick: large-, mid-, and small-cap financials (27:40) Howard’s picks: Gold, Solana, and Bitcoin (32:44) The bullish nature of election years (36:45) A look back on TwF bets (38:20) CrowdStrike's software glitch and implications  (47:23) Other ATH’s: healthcare, transportation, and more (54:26) TE Connectivity: An underfollowed gem (58:46) Howard’s DGEN portfolio  (01:04:28) Stocktoberfest (01:05:25) StockTwits' new earnings call feature — Referenced: • Meta in talks to buy 5% stake in Ray-Ban maker EssilorLuxottica, WSJ reports: https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/meta-explores-stake-ray-ban-maker-essilorluxottica-ft-reports-2024-07-18/ • AI: OpenAI's variable costs at AI Scale. RTZ #428: https://michaelparekh.substack.com/p/ai-openais-variable-costs-at-ai-scale?r=swr&utm_medium=ios&triedRedirect=true • Gary Marcus’s Tweet: https://x.com/GaryMarcus/status/1816116071226868085 • Ben Thompson on the Crowdstrike crash: https://x.com/stratechery/status/1815393309084537292 • Howard’s Degenerate Economy Index: https://gothematic.com/index/degencom?utm_source=www.howardlindzon.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=an-update-on-the-degenerate-economy-and-some-rules-and-advice • Stocktwits Calendar (tune in to listen to earnings calls live): https://stocktwits.com/markets/calendar • Stocktoberfest: https://stocktoberfest.stocktwits.com/ — Where To Find Howard and Friends: • Howard - https://stocktwits.com/howardlindzon • JC - https://stocktwits.com/allstarcharts • Phil - https://stocktwits.com/ppearlman • Michael - https://stocktwits.com/MParekh • Riley - https://stocktwits.com/coloradoriley • Production and Marketing - https://penname.co/ — Trends with Friends is brought to you by Stocktwits: https://stocktwits.com/ — Disclaimer: All opinions expressed on this show are solely the opinions of the hosts’ and guests’ and do not reflect the opinions of Stocktwits, Inc. or its affiliates. The hosts are not SEC or FINRA registered advisors or professionals. The content of this show is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Please consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decision. Read the full terms & conditions here: https://stocktwits.com/c/uncategorized/2024/02/21/stocktwits-newsletter-disclaimer/

    1h 9m
4.7
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26 Ratings

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Trends with Friends is a weekly podcast and newsletter hosted by Howard Lindzon, JC Parets, and Phil Pearlman, discussing the hottest trends in the market and more. Oh, and they occasionally invite their friends to join the fun. Follow the Show: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdHmRHXX9yQe07xpndq9wHA Trends With Friends Newsletter: https://trendswithfriends.com/ Howard's Newsletter: https://www.howardlindzon.com/ Follow The Hosts: https://twitter.com/howardlindzon https://twitter.com/allstarcharts https://twitter.com/ppearlman

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