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ExxonMobil just released some incredible projections about its wage increases, capital expenditures, and future free cash flows. Daniel and I explain how government policies have given Big Oil the ability to print money… And why oil stocks are rising, even as oil prices are falling. In other energy news, oil shipping companies are drastically increasing their rates—in part due to the uncertainty surrounding Russian sanctions. Daniel shares a handful of names that will benefit from the situation.  Walmart CEO Doug McMillon recently spoke about the rise in shoplifting the company is seeing… and how it could result in price increases and even store closures. Target says it’s also struggling with the same issue. We discuss why everyone should be concerned about this news… and how it could lead to buying opportunities in a few of the biggest retail stocks. In this episode ExxonMobil’s remarkable projections [2:10] How governments are helping create massive profits for big oil [6:05] The disparity between oil stoc

The Fed is keeping quiet ahead of next week’s meeting… But its silence isn’t necessarily good news… On today’s show, Daniel and I discuss why the bear market rally is coming to an end… and how investor sentiment has changed from “buy the dips” to “sell the rips.” I explain why the market’s price-to-earnings ratio is worthless right now… why there’s zero chance next year’s earnings will meet current expectations… and why estimates need to come down at least 20% from here.  As a reminder, you can take advantage of the coming stock market decline with our special offer on Moneyflow Trader.  Goldman Sachs plans to invest tens of millions into the crypto space… as it looks to take advantage of this year’s brutal crypto crash. I share why this is great for the industry… what I think Goldman will invest in… and the incredible innovation happening in digital assets.  In this episode  Why the Fed is keeping quiet [0:30] Why next year’s earnings estimates are laughable [5:48]  How to get greedy as stocks crash [12:55]

There’s a massive story playing out in real estate right now… And if you’re 100% long stocks, this story should scare the s*** out of you… Real estate giant Blackstone (BX) is halting redemptions in its $70 billion Blackstone Real Estate Income Trust (BREIT). In other words, it’s putting a limit on how much money investors can pull out of the fund. It’s also selling some of its best properties. I look under the hood and explain how Blackstone—and private equity in general—is misleading investors… why real estate could soon plunge 20% from current levels… and the alarming ripple effects that will spread throughout the economy. The bottom line: This is a critical time for investors to start protecting their portfolios. Learn how to make a fortune as stocks crash with Moneyflow Trader.  In this episode  Why Blackstone is selling incredible Vegas properties [0:35] Why publicly traded REITs are getting crushed [4:20]  Why investors were pouring billions into REITs [9:35] Why real estate could plunge 20% in 2023 [

John Petrides, portfolio manager at Tocqueville Asset Management and fan-favorite guest, is back on the podcast to discuss what’s moving these markets. He explains why the Fed is nearly done with its fast-paced interest rate hikes… why it wants mortgage rates to be around 7% next year… and when we should expect it to start lowering rates. We discuss why a soft housing sector and rising unemployment will be good for the stock market, especially later in 2023… and the three major headwinds investors should focus on right now. John shares which sectors to look at in this market… and whether bonds will outperform stocks in the months ahead. Finally, John discusses his fantasy football teams… and highlights a relatively under-the-radar sport he’s just getting into. Disclaimer: John, nor his family, nor clients of Tocqueville, currently own shares of IXC. In this episode  The Fed will slow the pace of rate hikes [4:53] Why John is bullish on the second half of 2023 [8:25] Markets are facing three

Markets are trading lower ahead of Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s speech this afternoon. I give my take on what Powell will say… and whether you should expect a Fed pivot anytime soon. Bitcoin continues to trade around $17,000 despite the FTX meltdown. I break down why this volatility reminds me of the dot-com days… how one big asset manager is moving into crypto… and how investors should play the chaos in the crypto market. Well-known short seller Mark Cohodes is going after crypto stock Silvergate Capital—going so far as to call the company a fraud. I explain why I’m skeptical of the short thesis… and why the stock could rally 200% from here. Plus, one more crypto stock for your watchlist. In this episode  What to expect from Powell’s speech [0:30] Will the Fed pivot anytime soon? [5:25] Why Bitcoin is resilient amid the crypto market chaos [7:15] Why I’m skeptical of the short thesis on Silvergate Capital [10:14] One more crypto stock to watch [33:28] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered

Black Friday sales set a new record this year… But this isn’t good news for the market. I explain why strong consumer spending is a negative from the Fed’s perspective—and why it will lead to higher interest rates. I’m an optimist—but the current bullish argument for stocks is crazy. I break down why we need to prepare for the most volatile market ever over the next 12–18 months… and why buying put options is the key to protecting yourself—and making a fortune—as stocks crash. Plus, I highlight a popular stock whose business model won’t work in the new, high-interest rate environment. (Speaking of puts, we’re running a special offer on Genia Turanova’s incredible Moneyflow Trader newsletter. Here’s how to lock in your membership at a deep discount.) My best advice is to start doing your homework on companies to bet against as interest rates keep rising. I also share an easy tool you can use to spot stocks to avoid (or buy puts on)... and some red flags to watch out for.  Finally, I highlight why China isn’t t

Happy Thanksgiving! Daniel joins me to discuss the volatility in oil prices… rumors of upcoming sanctions on Russian energy… why many energy stocks are trading near 52-week highs while oil prices sit near 12-month lows… and how to play the sector.  We also discuss how China’s lockdowns will impact oil demand… as well as companies like Starbucks, Nike, and the mighty Apple. And I break down the recent quarterly earnings from Dick’s Sporting Goods (DKS)… why the company is crazy to raise guidance… and an easy way to make money from Dick’s (and other retailers’) shortsightedness. In this episode  What’s causing the volatility in oil? [2:08] Why price caps on Russian oil are a bad idea [6:20] An outperforming energy sector to watch [11:15] How China’s lockdowns will impact various companies [16:25] Why retailers should be worried [20:10]  How to make a killing in this market [34:40] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-

Disney’s (DIS) board of directors … But they replaced one bad choice with another: former CEO Bob Iger. Meanwhile, the media is shocked over Disney’s dismal streaming results and stock performance—but no one should be surprised. I explain why analysts refuse to downgrade the stock… what Iger should do as he takes back the “House of Mouse”… why the next few quarters will be terrible for Disney… and how I would play the situation.   Best Buy (BBY) is in rally mode following a better-than-expected earnings report. I highlight what’s behind the earnings beat... what the results say about the consumer... and why you should expect crazy deals this Black Friday. In this episode  Happy Thanksgiving week! [0:30] Why Bob Iger is a bad choice for Disney’s CEO [1:57] Why Wall Street loves Disney [7:10]  Iger has some tough choices ahead [16:45] Best Buy’s results aren’t as good as they look [31:28] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.c

My nephew, Joe Davide, joins me again to share Gen Z’s perspective on stocks and crypto… and how younger investors are handling the recent volatility.  He explains what he’s learned from the current bear market… and if he’s looking to invest in any new stocks right now. Joe’s been doing a great job as the lead writer for . He shares why he’s captivated by crypto… his process for researching new projects (and some of his favorites right now)… and why .  And finally, as huge NFL fans, we share our predictions for who will win the Super Bowl.  In this episode  How Gen Z is handling its first major bear market [6:38] Why Joe is drawn to crypto [8:40] Joe’s process for finding great projects [11:55] Why investing is a humbling learning process [23:00] Check out Joe’s writings on [37:52] Our predictions for who will win the Super Bowl [41:20] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged po

Earnings are in for Target (TGT), TJX Companies (TJX), and Lowe’s (LOW). Daniel and I discuss what Target’s dismal results say about the overall economy... why Lowe’s CEO Marvin Ellison is full of s***—and why the stock could drop 20%-plus in the coming months… and why the issues faced by other retailers are great for discount retailers like TJX. We also break down the major separation taking place in stocks across all sectors… why fundamentals finally matter for the first time in over a decade… what to focus on when looking for great investments… and why one group of hated traders is about to have its heyday. In this episode  What Target’s terrible quarter tell us about the economy [0:30] I have a bone to pick with the CEO of Lowe’s [7:10]    It’s a great environment for discount retailers [15:42] Why we’re seeing a separation in stocks across sectors [18:36]  This group of hated investors knows what it’s talking about [24:55] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox eve

My Philadelphia Eagles lost their first game of the season last night… and I’ll tell you why I’m happy about it.  The markets are in rally mode as investors celebrate the latest inflation data. I explain why this kind of action is normal in a bear market… why we’ll see a big separation between winning & losing sectors… and what Walmart’s latest results say about the overall economy (hint: it’s not good). Plus, I share four stocks that are poised for big gains in 2023… and four others you should avoid.  The Fed remains hell-bent on destroying the economy as it fights inflation… And while the current rally feels great, 2023 is shaping up to be a difficult year for investors.  I explain why you should expect many stocks to fall 30% or more from current levels… and how to play both sides of the market using the put strategy Genia recommends in Moneyflow Trader. Learn how it can make you a fortune as stocks crash. And if you have any questions, .  In this episode  My Eagles finally lost a game [0:30] This is

Frank Holmes, CEO and chief investment officer of U.S. Global Investors and executive chairman of Hive Blockchain Technologies (HIVE), joins me to discuss the crypto markets.  The big story in crypto is the collapse of FTX, one of the world’s largest crypto exchanges. Frank breaks down the impact on the industry… and how FTX’s business practices remind him of “shadow banking” in China. He shares the one question that helped him avoid massive losses when crypto lender Celsius went bankrupt… the “no-brainer” piece of crypto regulation that’s needed now… and what we need to see for crypto to rally. Frank also explains what has him excited about the metaverse and NFTs… why green energy is the future of crypto mining… and why crypto conferences are still seeing such strong demand, despite sinking prices for cryptocurrencies. (Speaking of conferences, Frank will soon be hosting his own virtual crypto conference. Stay tuned for more details… Here’s how to get tickets/(depending on link)/Save the date, X/Y/Z) He also

Midterm election results are still too close to call in many races, but it looks like a split government will be the final result. Daniel and I share our thoughts on whether Republicans or Democrats are the big winners… and how it will impact the markets.  Crypto is crashing as FTX, one of the largest crypto exchanges, needs a bailout. I rant about how this is terrible news for the industry… and why regulation is a must. And finally, Disney (DIS) reported pathetic earnings and the stock is down double digits. I explain why the company is losing billions… and why CEO Bob Chapek should be fired immediately. In this episode  Takeaways from the midterm elections [0:59] A new leader for Republicans [5:35] How a split government will impact the markets [8:20] The FTX bailout is causing havoc in the crypto market [13:55]  Why we need crypto regulation… ASAP [18:55] Why Disney’s CEO should be fired [28:00] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curz

Happy Election Day! I hope you all get out and vote today, since, according to the mainstream media, our democracy is at risk…  I highlight how wild politics in this country have become… why I’m being labeled a “racist” and a “radical”... and what I wish we’d focus on instead of all the fear-mongering and hate. A split government is typically bullish for the markets… And a “red wave” would be good for business… But regardless of how the election turns out, it won’t save your portfolio—the only thing that matters is the Fed. I explain why there’s zero chance of a soft landing… Goldman Sachs’ alarming forecast… and why we’re facing a recession in 2023. Luckily, Genia Turanova’s simple but effective Moneyflow Trader strategy was designed for exactly this kind of dangerous market. In fact, she just closed out her 17th and 18th winners year to date. And for a limited time, you can join at a deep discount. In this episode  Have you voted yet? [0:28] A pro-business “red wave” won’t be enough to save the markets [4:

Yesterday, the Fed held its November meeting and raised interest rates by 75 basis points.  We break down the market reaction to the Fed… why the Fed won’t pivot… an absurd comment Powell made during his press conference… why you need to brace for further downside… and how to rake in profits as that happens. As earnings season continues, we discuss the record results from power management company Eaton (ETN)... what pawn shop operator FirstCash Holdings’ (FCFS) strong earnings say about the economy... and how energy policies are letting one coal company—a Curzio Research Advisory holding—print cash. In this episode  The market’s up-and-down reaction to the Fed meeting [0:30] Powell’s ridiculous comparison on historical interest rates [6:45] Eaton’s record earnings [9:15] What one pawn shop operator says about the economy [18:00] Energy policies mean this coal company is printing cash [23:40] How to profit as the market plunges [32:27] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your in

Later today, the Federal Reserve will hike interest rates yet again… but that’s hardly news at this point. The real news is what will happen after during the Q&A—and whether the Fed will start turning dovish… We cover why the Fed is stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to combating inflation—and you shouldn’t pin your hopes on a dovish Fed… Why we could see a higher inflation target by the end of the year… How the Senate and Congress are attempting to pressure Powell… Why there’s no hope of a soft landing at this point… And why the Fed can’t save the markets. Plus, I share how to multiply your money as the Fed’s mistakes crash the market.   In this episode  We could see a major change on inflation targets [2:30] The Fed’s hands are tied on rate hikes [4:20] How elected officials are pressuring Powell [13:25] The Fed can’t save the markets [16:30] Despite the bear market, equities still aren’t cheap [24:40]  How to profit from the Fed’s errors [26:25]  Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street

Happy belated Halloween!  Today’s show starts with a rant about how times have changed since I was a kid… why I’m worried kids can’t have fun anymore. Turning to the markets… I break down what to expect from tomorrow's Fed meeting… and why the latest jobs data should kill any optimism about the Fed turning dovish. I also dig into some stats on the booming market for HELOC loans… and what it means for the economy. We’re still in a bear market, but that doesn’t mean you should be selling everything. I break down exactly which sectors investors should be buying right now… which ones to avoid… and the best strategy to profit from the ongoing volatility in stocks. In this episode  Happy Halloween! [0:30] What killed this morning’s rally [5:10] Inflation has NOT peaked [10:05] Why strong demand for HELOCs is a bad sign for the economy [18:40] Which sectors to buy and avoid now [23:35] How to make a fortune in this volatile market [31:19] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox

David Evans, CEO of our partner , joins me again to discuss all things metaverse. We start by clearing up some misconceptions about what it’ll allow users to do (hint: it’s a LOT more than just “gamification” and social media). I’m on the executive board of TCG World. David and I share some incredible recent deals the company has made… how it’s attracting the best developers in the world… its next crucial steps as it prepares to launch its metaverse at the end of this year… and why understanding NFTs is critical to profiting from the metaverse. In this episode  Some common misconceptions about the metaverse [5:38] TCG World’s recent deals will create an amazing user experience [7:40] How the metaverse will create boundless opportunities for users [15:10] “Gamification” is only the beginning [22:50]  Stay tuned for a special deal on TCG World real estate [41:25] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/

Results are in for Alphabet (GOOG) and Microsoft (MSFT). Daniel and I explain how a strong U.S. dollar is hurting these stocks… and why they don’t deserve to trade at current levels. In fact, a fundamental shift is leading to the collapse of the big tech growth story. (Interestingly, though, crypto seems to be breaking away from tech stocks…) We recap why all the positive earnings results aren’t as good as they look… and share two strategies to profit from this bear market rally. In this episode  What’s behind the strong start to earnings season [1:00] Why Alphabet’s earnings were a disaster [6:30] A fundamental shift is killing the tech stock growth story [9:05] Why a strong U.S. dollar is a major headwind for big tech [18:45] Is Bitcoin breaking away from the tech sector? [30:30] Use this bear market rally to multiply your money [32:15] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged p

I just got back from a trip to Las Vegas with my wife. I highlight some of our adventures (including driving excavators)... and why the bustling Vegas economy is a bit of an anomaly. Stocks have been rallying thanks to better-than-expected results (so far) this earnings season. But the headlines aren’t telling the real story. I explain what’s behind the numbers… why this rally won’t last… and why investors need to brace for the downtrend to continue. But that doesn’t mean you should sell everything. I share how to make a fortune as stocks move lower with the Moneyflow Trader strategy… while holding onto quality long positions (like the one I’m recommending tomorrow in Curzio Venture Opportunities). In this episode  A recap of my trip to Vegas [0:30] Don’t trust this earnings rally [7:22] Inflation still hasn’t peaked [16:10] Why there’s more pain ahead for the market [20:50] How to make a fortune when stocks crash [26:30] How to find high-quality long positions [29:45] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street