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Marc Lichtenfeld, chief income strategist at The Oxford Club, is back on the show to discuss the economy… income opportunities… and biotech. He explains why the market pullback is great for income investors… how to accelerate the long-term compounding process—a financial phenomenon most investors ignore… and why he’s looking at bonds for income.  Income investors should also consider Unlimited Income, where the average recommendation is still up… and spitting out consistent cash payments month after month—despite the recent pullback. Marc shares how he finds great bonds… how to avoid simple bond investing mistakes… and why investors don’t need to worry about stocks when they practice one simple bond strategy. We also discuss the volatility in biotech… and the solid risk/reward setup he sees right now.  In this episode  Why Marc thinks the market will go lower [2:40] How investors can accelerate compounding [5:22] Individual bonds vs. bond funds and ETFs [12:00] Marc’s methodology for investing in individual

Today’s show starts with a look at the recent earnings from Chewy (CHWY), an online marketplace for pet-related goods. Daniel and I discuss the results… what they tell us about consumers’ spending habits… and what to watch out for when investing in retailers.   Despite the ongoing market volatility, I highlight one asset class everyone should be buying right now… and why it’s poised to rip higher on any sign of a slowdown in the Fed’s interest rate hikes. We’ll be taking advantage of the uptrend in my Curzio Venture Opportunities newsletter. (If you’re not a member, join us here… get my picks as soon as they’re released.) Switching gears a bit… The massive amount of money pouring into the metaverse is mind-boggling… especially when you consider it’s happening in the midst of a brutal bear market for the tech sector. Daniel and I discuss some of the criticisms about the metaverse (like the current graphics quality) and explain why the critics are missing the long-term picture. I explain what to focus on when c

I start today’s show with a non-financial story: Paddling is coming back to schools. I share some wild facts around corporal punishment laws… and my own experience as a Catholic school student—including what the nuns were really like. The markets are in turmoil after Powell’s speech last week at Jackson Hole. And the volatility has sent Genia's risk-hedge strategy into “overdrive.” Be sure you’ve got the kind of protection she recommends in place before September 21—the next Fed meeting… It will be a make-or-break moment for markets. I also highlight the statistic that shows a harsh recession ahead…  In this episode  Corporal punishment is back in schools [1:17] Why you shouldn’t trust Jerome Powell on inflation [4:10] A clear sign of a recession ahead [9:23] Why you’ll want to go all in… or sell your stocks after September 21 [14:35]  The root cause of the massive inflation we’re facing [21:00] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzior

On today’s podcast I share another incredible interview from the Crypto Connect & NFT Expo. Brian Breach, entertainer, influencer, and founder of , highlights his background as a hiphop artist… and what led him to founding his own marketing company. And he shares some simple rules for getting noticed, including great tips anyone can use to improve their content. FInally, he explains what brought him to the expo… and how he envisions the future of success in the metaverse. And make sure to claim your spot to the premiere of my upcoming documentary, , where I’ll share exclusive interviews with the industry insiders and innovators building the metaverse now. Once you watch it, you’ll understand why Wall Street’s biggest investment banks predict the total addressable market for the metaverse is more than 5G, AI, electric vehicles and mobile phones—combined. And I’m giving away FREE exposure to this space… before it goes mainstream.  In this episode  How this hiphop artist made a business out of “going viral”

As you probably know, I just got back from the Crypto Connect & NFT Expo… And despite the crypto bear market, the attendees' energy was electric. I highlight the critical feature that has everybody excited about the metaverse’s game-changing potential. Longtime listeners know I’ve been pounding the table on metaverse investing. If you’re still on the fence, the ultimate validation is this: investment banks have been quietly pouring billions into this tech—during a bear market. They predict it will be the biggest tech trend we’ve seen yet. On Friday, Fed Chair Jerome Powell will speak from Jackson Hole. Daniel shares what he expects to hear—and the major announcement he foresees from the Fed over the next few months. I break down previous Fed speeches from Jackson Hole—and how investors should prepare to react to Friday’s updates. Despite the economic uncertainty, several stocks are trading near 52-week highs. We discuss a handful of great stocks to consider… plus, what investors should pay attention to—an

Stocks moved lower yesterday as investors worried about Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s upcoming speech from Jackson Hole, Wyoming. I continue to pound the table on why the Fed is the biggest risk to the markets. I highlight how the Fed has crushed a major sector just six months… and what possible actions would cause me to sell stocks. And while the Fed’s plan to tame inflation is working, I explain how the shift in consumer behavior is hurting several industries.  I’m back from the in West Palm Beach, Florida. I share some highlights from this incredible event… how retailers are pushing into the metaverse… and why billions are already pouring into the space. In this episode [Aim for 5 bullets max]: What caused yesterday’s market selloff? [1:35] The Fed crushed this market in six months [5:15] Why the Fed is a threat to the markets [14:00] A recap of the [26:55] How individuals—not big tech—will control the metaverse [31:10]  Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wed

Today’s interview is one of many fantastic conversations I recorded at last month’s Metaverse Expo 2022…  Multi-platinum recording artist Dyl shares how he struggled to make money, despite his hits… how he discovered crypto… and how he blended it with his passion—music. He explains how he’s made more money with non-fungible tokens (NFTs) than from his 10-year record contract… why they're a win-win for artists and fans alike… and how NFTs and the metaverse will revolutionize the entire music industry—from music labels to concert experiences. (And check out Dyl’s album, .) Want to learn more about the incredible potential of crypto and NFTs? Come meet me in Palm Beach this weekend at the Crypto Connect & NFT Expo. . In this episode How Dyl got involved in crypto [1:40] The problems with traditional record deals [3:30] Why NFTs are great for artists and fans [5:28] The biggest misconception about music NFTs [7:40] Why NFTs and the metaverse will revolutionize the music industry [12:04] Enjoyed this episode

We start today’s show by comparing recent earnings from Target (TGT) vs. Walmart (WMT)… what they say about how big retailers are handling inflation… and which stock has more upside from current levels. Meme stock Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) has surged nearly 100% in just five trading days. We highlight what’s behind the massive move (it’s not retail investors)... and share some sobering details about the stock’s fundamentals. Turning to 13F filings, we share where the smart money is investing right now… why these filings need to be taken with a grain of salt… and why Amazon (AMZN) stood out. Activist investor Dan Loeb of Third Point just took a stake in Disney (DIS)... I break down why he’s facing an uphill battle… and what I would push for as an activist investor to send the stock soaring. Finally, I’m heading to Palm Beach this weekend to attend the Crypto Connect & NFT Expo… I’d love to see you there. . In this episode Earnings recap: Target vs. Walmart [1:17] What’s behind the massive surge in BBBY

This past weekend, I went to Saratoga to watch the races with some lifelong friends. My dad was a huge horse racing fan… and I share some of my favorite memories from our trips to the track.   Places like Saratoga can tell us a lot about the economy. I highlight what I saw—including the crowd sizes and prices—and whether it lines up with investors’ fears about a recession.  Speaking of boots-on-the-ground research, I’ll be at the Crypto Connect & NFT Expo in Palm Beach, Florida this weekend. If you’re interested in free VIP tickets, .  Turning to the market, I highlight what stood out in Walmart’s latest earnings results… and why the company deserves credit for handling the biggest risk to retailers. The talking heads on Wall Street have been dead wrong about inflation since January. Now that stocks are rising, they’re saying it’s nothing more than a bear market rally. I break down why they’re wrong (again)...  2022 has been rough for investors. But the Fed’s plan to bring down inflation is working. I cov

Chris Kline, co-founder and COO of joins me to discuss holding cryptos in your retirement account, crypto volatility, security and compliance, and future crypto regulations. Chris shares how he became interested in cryptocurrencies… what led him to start BitcoinIRA… whether Bitcoin (BTC) is an inflation hedge… and what attracts investors to cryptos.   Plus, Chris explains how to open an account with BitcoinIRA… why he’s passionate about educating clients… and the steps his company has taken to make the process secure, transparent, and as easy as any other brokerage account.  In this episode  The creation of BitcoinIRA 2:15] What drives investors to BTC? [6:50]  How to open an account with BitcoinIRA [8:50] Will big brokerages dominate Bitcoin investing? [18:15]  Are cryptos securities? [25:30]  Which cryptos will thrive going forward [29:05] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugg

Stocks are surging as the latest data shows inflation is moderating—but we’re not out of the woods yet. I break down the market’s positive reaction to the news… and what the data means for future interest rate hikes. And while the Fed’s plan to lower inflation is working… I explain why Fed members remain the biggest threat to the market.  I also highlight which stocks will soar—and which ones will struggle—as inflation comes down. By the way, later this week, members will get at least two new stock picks in the perfect position to profit in this environment. For immediate access as soon as they’re published, join now. In this episode: The latest data shows inflation is moderating [0:33] Why Fed members pose the biggest risk to the market [5:10]  Stocks that will benefit as inflation comes down… [16:54] And which stocks will struggle [24:50] How to get access to this week’s picks [28:28] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch

Today I look under the hood of this earnings season. The results have been solid overall—but the headlines can be misleading...  Federal Reserve members continue to trigger market volatility with their speculative comments. While this drives me crazy, I give credit to the Fed for its plan to fight inflation. Next, I break down why—despite mixed earnings, rising rates, and massive inflation—this environment is actually good for stocks... I explain how to find quality companies that will shine regardless of a recession… and why the metaverse is practically guaranteed to create a windfall for early investors. In this episode:  The Fed’s plan to lower inflation is working [4:25] Why Q2 earnings aren’t as strong as they seem [7:55] Proof this is a stock picker’s market [16:30] How to find quality stocks for any economy [28:25]  The metaverse is practically a guaranteed windfall [34:35] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wal

Earlier this week, a Fed member suggested hiking interest rates from 2.5% to 4% by the end of the year. Daniel explains why this isn’t feasible without crashing the market… I go on a rant about the Fed… and why idiotic comments from its members continue to be the biggest risk in the markets. For instance, the Fed said it needs to see evidence inflation is coming down before it alters its rate-hiking path. I give it to them… Turning to earnings: Ford (F) finally seems to be getting its act together… but it continues to drive me crazy. Paypal (PYPL) surged following earnings. Daniel breaks down why he’s bullish on the stock—but it has nothing to do with its results. And finally, I call out popular hedge fund manager Chamath Palihapitiya for taking advantage of SoFi (SOFI) investors… and how to find great companies that have gotten wrecked. In this episode: How the Fed is causing volatility [3:00] The Fed is made up of idiots [6:25] Convincing evidence inflation is coming down [11:25] The Fed could cause the ma

I’m back from vacation! I highlight what I saw from the airlines, hotels, and restaurants… and why these businesses need to start paying more attention to their customers. Daniel shares what stood out to him from RV retailer Camping World Holdings’ (CWH) recent earnings report… and why the company continues to shine despite 40-year-high inflation and rising interest rates.  We discuss power management firm Eaton Corp’s (ETN) solid earnings—and what they say about a global recession. Plus, we go over the positives and negatives from semiconductor company Advanced Micro Devices’ (AMD) results… and how it’s crushing Intel (INTC).  In this episode  Some highlights from my vacation [1:26] Why Daniel is impressed with CWH [6:05] A warning to the service industry [13:25]  What ETN’s results say about a global recession [15:20] Why AMD continues to crush INTC [27:00] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wa

Last , I (Daniel) explained the fight between the SEC and crypto exchange Coinbase… and how it could spell trouble for plenty of other crypto exchanges. I also highlighted why Overstock (OSTK) will be one of the few winners as the regulatory pressure ramps up. Today, I share more details on how CEO David Goone is transforming the company’s crypto trading platform, tZERO, into a global juggernaut.  Earnings season is in full swing. I highlight the latest results from oil giant ExxonMobil’s (XOM)… and why you should pay particular attention to its refining business. I also share a handful of energy stocks that should be on your radar. In this episode  Crypto exchanges could be in trouble as regulation ramps up [4:10] How David Goone is turning tZERO into a juggernaut [11:40]  Will you be able to trade NFTs on tZERO? [16:30]  Why you should watch ExxonMobil’s refining margins [22:35] 4 more oil stocks for your watchlist [26:45] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every

Frank’s on vacation with his family, so I (Daniel) am behind the mic this week. The market surged after Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference yesterday, which followed another 75-basis-point interest rate hike. I break down what he said that sent markets soaring… and what it means for “risk-on” assets going forward. The next Fed meeting isn’t until September, which means investors can shift their attention back to inflation and the economy. I share what to expect from inflation over the next couple of months… and how the recent pullback in commodities will affect the data. Despite the pullback, I’m still bullish on commodities… and explain why you should have exposure to this sector—particularly oil and gas. In this episode Why the markets surged after Powell’s press conference [1:30] Powell’s thoughts on jobs, spending, and whether we’re in a recession [9:20]  The role of commodities in future inflation data [13:15]  Why you should be long energy stocks [17:00]  Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street U

Frank is on vacation for the rest of the week, so I (Daniel) am behind the mic. Later today, the Federal Reserve will raise interest rates—most likely by 75 basis points… but what Fed Chair Jerome Powell says during his press conference afterwards will have a greater impact. (I’ll cover the market reaction on tomorrow's show.) I also dig into into Coinbase’s insider trading drama, including the bad blood between Coinbase and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). I explain why you need to pay attention to this story… and highlight a stock that will benefit from the fallout. In this episode [Aim for 5 bullets max]: What to expect from today’s Fed meeting The bad blood between Coinbase and the SEC Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal comes out swinging This stock should benefit from the SEC vs. Coinbase fallout   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is availab

I’m traveling this week for a family vacation. And whenever I leave, the markets seem to move lower…  Walmart is keeping the trend alive by announcing negative news, pushing shares down around 10%. I explain what Walmart’s announcement means for investors as inflation rages.  Right now, the market is focused on two things: The Fed meeting Wednesday and the GDP report due out Thursday. I break down what I expect the outcomes to be… I also tell you which companies to pay attention to this wild earnings season… especially Ford.   In this episode [Aim for 5 bullets max]: Two focal points for markets [3:00]  How high will interest rates will go before the Fed pauses? [8:00] The stocks and sectors to pay attention to [11:50]  What Ford’s been lying about [14:48]  The standout stock of the seas [19:15]  Why you want to be long going into September [24:15] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street U

There’s a lot of negative news in the markets. But Andrew warns against joining the bearish bandwagon… and highlights some bargains in stocks.  Next, Andrew breaks down why the recent earnings from big banks aren’t as bad as they seem… what investors should expect to see as more quarterly results come in… and why it’s important to keep perspective this earnings season. And he asks investors an important question: Are you a penguin… or an ostrich? All that and much more on today’s show… In this episode: You shouldn’t be too bearish right now [1:30] Are you a penguin… or an ostrich? [13:50]  The silver lining in the latest bank earnings [15:35]  Why the Fed needs to stay hawkish [19:30]  DocuSign: A case study on a strong stock [25:00]  Don’t let emotions force you out of the market [27:40] Andrew’s favorite stocks right now [30:00]  Is Ford a buy after its massive selloff? [40:00]  Metaverse Expo recap… And a chat on climate change [42:30] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to you

To start today’s show, Daniel and I discuss the ultimate DIY project: building your own casket.  Despite horrible sentiment going into the quarter, Netflix (NFLX) reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings yesterday. We share how the company is maturing… and why it’s becoming a value stock. Next, I compare Netflix’s results to Disney (DIS)... and explain why all streaming companies aren’t created equal. Long-time listeners know I’ve been bearish on Disney for a while… but there’s a simple move it could make to quickly double its stock price. We also break down the latest earnings from Baker Hughes (BKR) and Halliburton (HAL). While both are in the oil industry, the results and outlook couldn't be more different. Bitcoin is finally rallying after the long selloff in the crypto sector. Daniel explains why the recent pain is a long-term positive… and I highlight the big money moving into the space. In this episode: How to build your own casket [0:55] A recap of Netflix’s earnings [4:34] Disney vs. Netflix [8:10]