Halftime Report Is the 'FOMO' Rally Here? 12/5/25
Dec 5, 2025
Join Josh Brown, a savvy investment advisor, Jenny Harrington, a portfolio manager with insights on market internals, and Kevin Simpson, who offers trade ideas and sector calls, as they explore the concept of a potential 'FOMO' rally. Josh explains his drastic decision to sell 85% of his Netflix stake post-Warner Bros. acquisition, while Kevin believes it's a misstep. Jenny discusses necessary adjustments in equity allocations for 2026, and the team dives into catalysts that could affect market dynamics amidst rising interest in mega-cap tech stocks.
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Seasonal FOMO Could Extend Rally
- Barclays and Bank of America see a seasonal year-end rally driven by FOMO and policy expectations.
- Market may still be early in a bubble phase, so gains can persist before any potential unwind.
Rebalance Equity Composition For 2026
- Rebalance equity exposures going into 2026 rather than keeping the exact 2025 allocations.
- Consider shifting away from concentrated large-cap growth if underlying economic breadth weakens.
Window Dressing Fuels Mega-Cap Flow
- Active managers behind benchmark may chase mega-cap rebounds into year-end window dressing.
- That flow can reinforce concentration into hyperscalers even amid broader market opportunities.