Two Realities: Market Rally vs. Weak Consumer

💡 Don’t wait for a market avalanche. Understand your risk exposure now with a free portfolio review from Wealthion’s advisor network: https://bit.ly/49DuXDb Markets have been continuously pushing higher, but beneath the surface, the economy is showing cracks in the foundation. In this conversation with Maggie Lake, Henrik Zeberg, head macro economist at Swissblock and author of The Monetary House of Cards, explains why today’s rally may represent the final gasp of a historic bull market, not a sign of durable strength, and breaks down how headline economic data has masked a weakening consumer and a fragile underlying structure. He also explores why threats to Federal Reserve independence could undermine trust in the U.S. monetary system and how geopolitical tensions may compound existing economic stress. In this discussion, Henrik presents a framework for understanding where we are in the cycle and what risks investors may be underestimating. 💡 When trust in systems is tested, tangible assets matter. Own physical gold & silver through Hard Assets Alliance: https://www.hardassetsalliance.com/?aff=WTH Chapters: 00:54 – The Bull Market’s Final Gasp: Markets vs. the Economic Reality 08:11 – Why the 4.3% GDP Number Is Misleading 12:18 – Why Threats to Fed Independence Are a Systemic Risk 17:25 – Geopolitics Meets Economic Fragility 27:05 – ⭐ Wealthion Golden Nugget: Why Crashes Don’t Need a Huge Trigger 32:43 – What Performs Best in This Late Stage of This Bull Run? 36:00 – What Assets Can Offer Protection in These Circumstances? 42:17 - Gold, the Dollar, and Liquidity Stress 44:47 – Is There Any Fix Left to Avoid a Crash? Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields. While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor. We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so. The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust. #Wealthion #Wealth #Finance #Investing #PortfolioReview #InvestmentAdvice #FinancialPlanning #WealthManagement #HenrikZeberg #MacroEconomics #BullMarket #MarketRisk #FederalReserve #USDollar #Recession #Liquidity #Gold

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