Maggie Lake Talking Markets

Mish Schneider, Chief Strategist at MarketGage.com, returns to share her insights on market trends. She discusses why she believes key sectors like energy might be bottoming out. Mish highlights the importance of technical levels in XLE, natural gas, uranium, and solar. She also assesses the outlook for gold, small caps, and shares her stock picks. With a special focus on emerging technologies and updates on the Vanity Trade, listeners gain valuable perspectives on navigating today's market complexities.

Dale Pinkert, a noted coach and trader from TradeGateHub, joins the discussion to unravel the complexities of today’s markets. He provides valuable insights on the future of the dollar and its impact on precious metals like silver and gold. The conversation shifts to the potential for Bitcoin amidst dollar fluctuations and speculations about an impending market pullback. They also explore the resurgence of cannabis stocks and discuss opportunities in the energy sector, shedding light on strategies for navigating this volatile landscape.

Rupert Mitchell, author of The Blind Squirrel Substack and a macroeconomics enthusiast, joins to dissect global market trends. He explains why he remains bearish on bonds amid a robust U.S. economy driven by consumers. The duo discusses investment opportunities across regions like China, Latin America, and Southeast Asia amid their unique challenges. Also on the table are the impacts of AI on job markets and the significance of current valuation metrics for savvy investors. Tune in for insightful analyses from a true market maven!

Noelle Acheson, author of the Crypto is Macro Now Substack and expert in macroeconomic trends, joins the discussion on the recent US-EU tariff deal and its market implications. She explores potential regime shifts in both crypto and traditional markets, teasing the possibility of an alt season. The conversation delves into the upcoming week’s vital earnings, the Federal Reserve's announcements, and how shifting global regulations can impact the cryptocurrency landscape. Acheson also analyzes Ethereum's momentum and the broader economic environment.

Darius Dale, founder of 42 Macro and expert in investment strategies, dives deep into the current market dynamics. He highlights a potential regime change driven by the Federal Reserve and outlines his KISS model, recommending a portfolio of 60% stocks, 30% gold, and 10% Bitcoin, while steering clear of bonds. Darius discusses the volatility of Bitcoin and emphasizes the importance of adapting to market conditions. With a focus on simplifying investment approaches, he encourages cautious yet strategic positioning for investors navigating today's landscape.

Peter Boockvar, CIO of Bleakley Financial Group and author of the Boock Report, dives into the current market landscape amidst rising tensions of a trade war. He discusses the earnings reports of giants like Tesla and Alphabet and how AI impacts tech stocks. The conversation touches on the hidden costs of tariffs, emphasizing how consumers often bear the brunt. Boockvar also examines the relationship between the U.S. dollar and the euro, alongside strategies for navigating market volatility and investing against inflation.

Bob Elliott, CIO of Unlimited Funds and PM of $HFGM & $HFND, shares his insights on the economic landscape as we move towards a predicted 'season of disappointment' in the second half of 2025. He dives into the complexities of the U.S. economy and discusses foreign treasury investments, market reactions to potential Fed leadership changes, and the implications for bond markets. Elliott also analyzes the rising interest in Bitcoin and Ethereum and highlights institutional underexposure to U.S. equities as key factors affecting future investment strategies.

Vincent Delaurd, Director of Global Macro Strategy at StoneX, discusses a bold thesis on a potential "reverse currency crisis" in Asia that could challenge the US dollar's dominance. He explores the weakening dollar and emerging strength in Asian currencies, offering insights into gold, oil, and Latin American investments. Delaurd also predicts how these shifts could impact U.S. inflation and overall financial strategies, and whether we might anticipate a market correction as forces behind the 1997 crisis appear to have flipped.

Kevin Muir, author of The Macro Tourist, brings his macroeconomic expertise to analyze the current tariff landscape. He discusses the potential volatility ahead as new tariffs loom and evaluates the implications for the dollar and bond markets. Muir suggests that the trade war isn't over and delves into how tariffs might impact small businesses and market sentiment. Additionally, he shares his bearish outlook on the dollar and explores the relationship between gold, oil, and currency fluctuations. Humorous exchanges about beer and pop culture round out the conversation.

Tony Greer, Editor of The Morning Navigator and co-host of Macro Dirt, shares his bullish outlook on U.S. stocks while expressing skepticism towards gold. He argues that many are underinvested in the U.S., emphasizing a shift in market dynamics from tech to cyclicals and commodities. Greer highlights emerging trends in uranium mining, strategies for investing in industrial sectors, and the optimistic outlook for silver. The discussion also delves into contrasting market perspectives, balancing optimism with the potential for volatility.