Opto Sessions – Invest in the Next Big Idea

► Discover top-performing Space stocks - Install our FREE app: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdToday, Peter Beck, Founder & CEO of Rocket Lab, discusses his vision for Rocket Lab's future as it solidifies its position as one of the leading forces in the new space age. Beck explains the strategic significance of recently announced government contracts in expanding Rocket Lab's market reach while envisioning a future where the combination of rocket and spacecraft capabilities unlocks unprecedented opportunities in space commercialisation and infrastructure development. Enjoy!--------The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Invest in innovation with OPTO: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdToday, Dr. Jeff Ross, Founder and Managing Director of Vailshire Partners and Vailshire Capital Management, joins the show to discuss why he believes the bitcoin price could fall in the aftermath of the halving, before gaining in the second half of 2024 through 2025. Jeff also explains Michael Saylor’s pioneering approach to acquiring bitcoin on MicroStrategy’s balance sheet and why he believes this will make the company the world’s most valuable in less than 10 years. Enjoy!--------The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our App to invest in innovation: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdWelcome back to the Big Picture, OPTO's macro show in partnership with MarketReader. Together with Danish economist Jens Nordvig, we explore the potential stock market and broader economic implications of a second Donald Trump presidency. We unpack the macro factors investors are most concerned about: inflation, interest rates, and the US dollar. We also discuss the intricate relationship between public perception and economic realities under the Biden administration. Jens shares his take on the key policy priorities facing the incoming US president amidst ongoing economic and geopolitical challenges. Enjoy! ► Disclaimer: https://optothemes.com/disclosures-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our App to invest in innovation: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdAutonomous vehicles have the potential to completely overhaul transportation, one of the most fundamental elements of our lives. Today, Pedro Palandrani, Director of Research at  Global X ETFs, will join OPTO Sessions to discuss the opportunities, as well as the safety, regulatory, and technological challenges, facing this rapidly growing industry.  Driverless vehicles, in particular, have huge potential for streamlining the world’s supply chains. Pedro explains why he is particularly bullish on this emerging segment and which stocks are key to its development. Enjoy! ► Disclaimer: https://optothemes.com/disclosures-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our App to invest in innovation: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdToday, we are privileged to welcome Jim Rogers, investing legend and co-founder of the Quantum Fund, which famously returned 4200% over just 10 years.In this episode, Jim discusses the overexuberance that he believes is ramping up in global markets in 2024. One exception to this trend is China, which is going through a period of “despair” following its real estate bubble.Jim also mentions why he's investing in countries like Uzbekistan before sharing insights into his long/short investment strategy and the key qualities of a successful investor.  Enjoy! ► Disclaimer: https://optothemes.com/disclosures-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our App to invest in innovation: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdNovel gene editing techniques, including companion diagnostics, offer increasingly precise avenues for cancer diagnosis and treatment. Today, Arelis Agosto, Senior Healthcare Analyst at Global X ETFs, joins the show to discuss the potential of genomic sequencing approaches to improve healthcare, particularly oncology. Enjoy! ► Disclaimer: https://optothemes.com/disclosures-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our App to invest in innovation: https://optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdToday, we have the pleasure of welcoming Christian Magoon, Founder and CEO of Amplify ETFs, back to the show. Christian dives into the rapid growth of the cybersecurity industry amid current geopolitical tensions. From AI’s role in boosting the sector to Israel's rise as a tech powerhouse, we discuss how investors can navigate and capitalise on the cybersecurity arms race. In the second half of the discussion, we focus on another sector with disruptive potential: cannabis. Christian walks us through the latest regulatory shifts and investment opportunities in this space, explaining why cannabis could shake up traditional consumer packaged goods markets. Enjoy!► Subscribe to our YouTube channel & never miss an episode: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCENW0ZwwrW6NG52OJnRxNLg► Disclaimer: https://optothemes.com/disclosures-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

Today, it's an absolute honour to introduce a very special guest to the show - none other than Cathie Wood, the visionary CEO & CIO of ARK Invest.Disruptive innovation makes up a sixth of global business value today. ARK predicts 60% by 2030, potentially catapulting its market cap to $220 trillion. In this episode, Cathie identifies 5 innovation platforms shaping this era of technological convergence, as outlined in ARK Invest’s Big Ideas 2024 report.  We’ve synthesised ARK’s 163-page report into an easily digestible summary, available exclusively in our App:  optothemes.onelink.me/BZDG/ti2lb2fdCathie’s Twitter: @CathieDWoodTo learn more about ARK: https://arkinv.st/ARKInvest-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our FREE App & Discover the Next Big Investment Opportunities (US & UK only): https://optothemes.page.link/appWelcome back! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting  Adam Taggar, founder & host of Thoughtful Money.Adam discusses his outlook for the US economy for the rest of 2024, offering a “consensus consolidation" of insights gathered from the experts he frequently interviews on his channel.We delve into the impact of central bank interventions, the potential consequences of inflation, and the challenges in forecasting economic trends. We also touch upon the worrying US employment data, market breadth, and the concentration of market gains in a few stocks. While considering the possibility of a ‘soft landing,’ Adam emphasises the importance for investors to have contingency plans in case the outlook proves more challenging than expected. We conclude with Adam expressing concerns about the rapid displacement of labour by AI and the challenges of a worsening immigration crisis in the US. Prior to Thoughtful Money, which he launched last November, Adam ran Wealthion. He has worked in diverse roles, among them investment banker for Merrill Lynch, at the start of his career, and Vice President of Marketing for North America at Yahoo! Finance.► Subscribe to our FREE newsletter: www.cmcmarkets.com/en/opto/newsletter------------------Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.CMC Markets is an execution-only service provider. The material (whether or not it states any opinions) is for general information purposes only and does not take into account your personal circumstances or objectives. Nothing in this material is (or should be considered to be) financial, investment, or other advice on which reliance should be placed. No opinion given in the material constitutes a recommendation by CMC Markets or the author that any particular investment, security, transaction, or investment strategy is suitable for any specific person.The material has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research. Although we are not specifically prevented from dealing before providing this material, we do not seek to take advantage of the material prior to its dissemination.CMC Markets does not endorse or offer opinions on the trading strategies used by the author. Their trading strategies do not guarantee any return and CMC Markets shall not be held responsible for any loss that you may incur, either directly or indirectly, arising from any investment based on any information contained herein for any loss that you may incur, either directly or indirectly, arising from any investment based on any information contained herein.-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.

► Download our FREE App (US & UK only): https://optothemes.page.link/appToday, we have the pleasure of welcoming Dave Mazza, Chief Strategy Officer at Roundhill Investments, back to the show. Dave delves into the growth trajectory of Alphabet, Amazon, Apple, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla, collectively dubbed the 'Magnificent Seven' stocks. With Meta's stock market value recently skyrocketing by $197 billion, questions arise about the driving forces behind this historic bullishness. Dave navigates through key topics including the exponential growth trends in tech and AI-related sectors, the concentration within the S&P 500, and concerns surrounding valuation and earnings, before exploring if this stellar share price performance aligns with underlying fundamentals, the potential for sustained profitability, and the significance of operating margins in investor decision-making. Enjoy!► Read the full story: https://optothemes.page.link/GRGx► Subscribe to our FREE newsletter: www.cmcmarkets.com/en/opto/newsletter►Check out Dave's report: https://blog.roundhillinvestments.com/the-big-picture-magnificent-7------------------Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.CMC Markets is an execution-only service provider. The material (whether or not it states any opinions) is for general information purposes only and does not take into account your personal circumstances or objectives. Nothing in this material is (or should be considered to be) financial, investment, or other advice on which reliance should be placed. No opinion given in the material constitutes a recommendation by CMC Markets or the author that any particular investment, security, transaction, or investment strategy is suitable for any specific person.The material has not been prepared in accordance with legal requirements designed to promote the independence of investment research. Although we are not specifically prevented from dealing before providing this material, we do not seek to take advantage of the material prior to its dissemination.CMC Markets does not endorse or offer opinions on the trading strategies used by the author. Their trading strategies do not guarantee any return and CMC Markets shall not be held responsible for any loss that you may incur, either directly or indirectly, arising from any investment based on any information contained herein for any loss that you may incur, either directly or indirectly, arising from any investment based on any information contained herein.-----The content in this podcast is for informational purposes only. Opto Markets LLC does not recommend any specific securities or investment strategies. Investing involves risk & investments may lose value, including the loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Investors should consider their investment objectives and risks carefully before investing. The information provided is not an endorsement of this product and is for information and/or educational purposes only.