Tom Bruni

Michael Parekh, a former Goldman Sachs employee with over two decades in finance, joins Tom Bruni, a market insights guru from Stocktwits. They tackle the declining container ship traffic from China due to rising tariffs and a surprising political shift in Canada that's got markets on edge. The discussion also dives into the chaotic nature of the current economy, the behavioral challenges traders face, and the impact of Amazon's tariff warnings on retail. It's a lively blend of economic analysis and humorous anecdotes from the trading world!

Tom Bruni from Stocktwits joins the discussion, bringing his expertise in macro charts and technical analysis. They delve into the chaos of the current market, labeling it the 'stupidest crash ever' due to its manmade origins. The impact of tariffs is critiqued for gifting China a tech lead, while fears around AI innovation are heightened. Bruni also explores the differences between Social VIX and Real VIX, reflecting on crowd psychology during volatility spikes. Lastly, they discuss health's role in trader performance—giving both market insight and fitness tips!