Wall Street Unplugged - What's Really Moving These Markets

The U.S. Treasury yield curve just inverted for the first time since 2019. On today's show, I break down this warning sign from the bond market… Plus, Daniel and I share a few of our favorite sectors for a slowing economy… and a strategy to take advantage of market volatility and the rally in growth stocks. Finally, we cover several headlines in the crypto space—from the huge hack of Axie Infinity...

In today's episode, I break down the opportunity created by the combination of inflation and rising interest rates. And I reveal the two sectors I'm personally buying to take advantage of this unique environment. Next, I highlight the new era developing in the crypto space… and explain the risks investors need to take in order to make a fortune over the long term. Now is a great time to start buil...

The 30-year mortgage rate is up significantly in the last couple of weeks. On today's show, I break down how rising mortgage payments impact not only housing but the overall economy… and the one group of stocks that will benefit. I'm calling this the "new growth sector." Just yesterday, Curzio Venture Opportunities members received one of my favorite plays on this massive opportunity. Daniel and l...

The Federal Reserve is driving me crazy… A week after raising interest rates for the first time since 2018 by a measly 0.25%. Fed Chair Jerome Powell is trying to sound tough on inflation. But Daniel offers a different perspective… [0:35] The Fed needs to get its act together right away. I explain what it must do to keep inflation from getting completely out of hand. [7:40] Large-cap China stocks...

I kick off today with March Madness… and some of the best matchups for the rest of the tournament. Speaking of basketball… I just got back from my daughter's first traveling tournament. I shed some light on the increasing travel demand I'm seeing. [0:17] We all know inflation is causing prices to rise everywhere… And we should be prepared for them to soar even higher. [5:12] The Fed recently raise...

It's one of my favorite days of the year, as the NCAA men's basketball tournament kicks off today. More on that later… [0:30] First-time guest Lark Davis, crypto investor and mega-influencer, shares why he decided to quit his job as an English teacher and go all in on finance… and some great advice for new crypto investors. [3:10] President Biden recently signed a broad executive order regarding d...

The Federal Reserve wraps up its March meeting today and Chair Jerome Powell is expected to announce the first interest rate hike since 2018. Daniel gives his take on how the Fed should move forward from here… and why the volatility in oil gives the Fed some wiggle room. [0:30] The Fed is so far behind the curve on fighting inflation, it's a joke at this point… And if it doesn't take a certain set...

March Madness is almost here! Today's podcast starts with my predictions… Some comments on Tom Brady's "unretirement"… and the unlucky fan who bought his final touchdown ball earlier this week. [0:20] Volatility is raging in 2022… I explain why the "superbull" market of recent years is over… and why the current environment is like nothing we've ever seen before. [1:45] The bull market in SPACs and...

Amir Adnani, founder, president, and CEO of Uranium Energy Corp. (UEC), is back on the podcast to discuss the bull market in commodities. Uranium prices are surging as the Russian-Ukraine war continues. Amir gives his take on the changing landscape for energy markets… why uranium is critical to our national security… and how UEC is positioned to benefit from higher uranium prices. [0:30] Speaking...

I, Daniel, am leading the show today… and this episode is all about Russia. [0:30] JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs are catching the attention of politicians such as Elizabeth Warren over trading Russian bonds… I break down why—despite the bad perception for Wall Street—these banks aren't breaking any sanctions. [2:35] But what about Main Street? Should individual investors have the option to invest in...

We're in a crisis unlike any other in recent memory. I break down the massive volatility amid the Russia-Ukraine war… and the Fed's plans to raise interest rates. [0:30] Meanwhile, politics are helping send oil prices rocketing higher. Prepare for a rant... The situation goes to show how much—and how quickly—government policies can change the market landscape… as we've seen since Biden replaced Tr...

Listener favorite Harris "Kuppy" Kupperman, chief investment officer at Praetorian Capital and author of Kuppy's Event Driven Monitor (KEDM), is back on the show today. We kick it off with a discussion of the economic sanctions placed on Russia. Are they enough, and what about the risks to global businesses? Kuppy explains why the situation could lead to Lehman Brothers-scale bankruptcies outside...

President Biden delivered his first State of the Union address last night. Daniel shares what he thought Biden did well… while I focus on what upset me about the speech—and what politicians could learn from Mike Tyson. [0:45] Of course, much of the address centered on Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Daniel and I discuss the economic sanctions against Russia… whether they're working as planned… and h...

I've spent a ton of time on the road lately for… gymnastics. My daughter's competitions have given me a front-row seat on some impressive athletes… and some made-for-TV drama. [0:30] I share a few observations from my travels—including a bullish sign for Disney (DIS)... and how interest rate hike fears appear to be impacting the Florida housing market. [3:40] A big unknown right now is whether we'...

Biotech Kodiak Sciences (KOD) plunged 80% in one day after a major drug trial setback. In today's episode, we focus on why this company captivated Wall Street… and what investors can learn from the selloff. [1:45] I've been following Kodiak for a while… We once bought and sold it for a gain in Curzio Venture Opportunities. Even recently, the Baker Brothers—some of the best biotech investors—were b...

Daniel's back in the office and I rib him about taking a sick day… the day before his birthday! [0:30] Markets continue to be volatile around the Russia-Ukraine conflict. We discuss Russia's latest "peacekeeping missions"... and why Biden's sanctions will actually help the Kremlin. [2:45] I point out the huge difference in public perception between Russia and China… and why the U.S. (wrongly) take...

I just came back from Baltimore, where I recorded a new special report I'm excited to share with you… how to make an absolute fortune from future government policies. [0:17] The Russia-Ukraine crisis is creating tons of market volatility and uncertainty—but this will be a short-term problem for investors. [4:00] I call out Europe for talking a big game against Russia… without any serious consequen...

Genia Turanova, editor of Moneyflow Trader and Unlimited Income here at Curzio Research, joins me to discuss why higher inflation and rising interest rates will help separate certain companies from the rest of the market… and one sector with massive upside potential. [0:45] Moneyflow Trader was designed to help investors hedge against market risks and volatility. Since taking over the product two...

Sectors from autos to apparel to semiconductors are warning of the impact inflation could have if it's not brought under control… and the Fed needs to move aggressively to fight it. Daniel and I discuss whether the market is pricing in inflation… and why we're skeptical of the Fed doing the right thing. [0:45] Speaking of higher interest rates, I share my experience getting a construction loan for...

What a weekend… I give my thoughts on the big game, which included a few frustrating play calls. [0:30] Speaking of frustrating… I need to rant about the impending conflict between Russia and Ukraine. I've done a ton of homework on the tensions between these two countries. A lot of folks won't like what I have to say. Brace yourself for the truth about who's right in this conflict… and why the U.S...

Andrew Horowitz, founder of Horowitz & Company, host of The Disciplined Investor podcast, and fan-favorite guest, starts the show with a New Year's resolution that's going well… [0:30] Usually, Andrew's a laid-back guy… but the Fed has him fired up. He shares the only solution to higher inflation—if the Fed doesn't screw it up. [3:05] Next, we discuss the huge moves in Meta (FB) and Amazon (AMZN)....

We have a few fun topics to kick off the show: Daniel highlights the PGA tour in Scottsdale, Arizona this week… And I'm boasting a new look after a haircut didn't go as planned. [0:30] As COVID cases trend lower, states like California and New York have begun to lift mask mandates and related restrictions. I highlight one group of stocks set to soar as everyone cheers the end of COVID. [2:40] Afte...

Over the weekend, I attended my daughter's gymnastic competition... and found out (once again) why the saying "happy wife, happy life" is accurate. [0:30] It's a huge week here at Curzio Research. Yesterday, our Curzio Equity Owners security began trading on the tZERO ATS (Advanced Trading System). I share why investors should dig into the security token space… and how it's disrupting Wall Street'...

Frank Holmes, CEO and chief investment officer of U.S. Global Investors, is back on Wall Street Unplugged. We kick things off by discussing the pullback in the markets… Frank explains why he believes the selloff is nearing a bottom… and why he doesn't expect interest rates to rise significantly this year. [2:00] Frank recently launched his own exchange-traded fund: the U.S. Global Sea to Sky Cargo...

Frank Holmes, CEO and chief investment officer of U.S. Global Investors, is back on Wall Street Unplugged. We kick things off by discussing the pullback in the markets… Frank explains why he believes the selloff is nearing a bottom… and why he doesn't expect interest rates to rise significantly this year. [2:00] Frank recently launched his own exchange-traded fund: the U.S. Global Sea to Sky Cargo...