Thoughtful Money with Adam Taggart

Stephanie Pomboy: Melt-Up Or Blow-Off Top?

Jul 24, 2025
Stephanie Pomboy, a seasoned macro analyst and market strategist, shares her insights on the stock market's recent rally and the looming concerns of higher bond yields. She highlights the contrasting dynamics of precious metals, particularly gold, versus traditional equities. The discussion dives into the potential appointment of a 'shadow Fed Chair' and the implications for economic inequality. Pomboy also emphasizes the urgent need for innovative financial strategies amid rising national debt, making a case for physical gold as a secure investment during uncertain times.
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INSIGHT

Market Rally Driven by Rate Cut Hopes

  • Market rally is driven by hope and anticipation of Fed rate cuts.
  • Sustainable growth depends heavily on interest rate movements and debt servicing costs.
INSIGHT

Gold Outperforms Tech Stocks

  • Gold and miners are outperforming major stocks significantly this year.
  • The precious metals sector remains massively under-owned and undervalued relative to tech stocks.
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Gold Price Linked to Fed Balance Sheet

  • Gold could reach $5,000 to $6,000 in two years if current trends continue.
  • The Fed's balance sheet expansion is the key factor influencing gold's price trajectory.
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