Wall Street Unplugged - What's Really Moving These Markets

Adam Russell, cybersecurity expert and cofounder of , joins me to discuss cybersecurity, cryptos, DeFi, and the metaverse. In this wide-ranging interview, Adam shares what led him to start REV3AL—a company that authenticates digital assets like non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to protect investors from fraud. He explains how easy it is to get scammed by QR codes… and which apps you can trust. Adam also breaks down Web 2.0 vs. Web 3.0 in layman’s terms… and the difference between “open” and “controlled” metaverses. You’ll also learn why the metaverse will eventually go mainstream… what it’ll look like in five years (think The Matrix or Ready Player One)… and why cybersecurity will be needed at multiple levels.  In this episode: What got Adam hooked on the metaverse? [4:42]  Why you must be careful with QR codes [9:00] How REV3AL provides investors peace of mind [12:50] Why the metaverse needs multiple layers of security [18:20] Adam’s bad experience in a “controlled” digital casino [29:30] What the metaverse will look like in five years [34:30] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ :

At this point, it’s basically certain we’ll see a recession in the near future… The Fed has no choice but to cause one in order to tame inflation. But while we may be (technically) headed for recession, I explain why it’s not as scary as the media makes it sound—and why now’s the time to start picking away at great opportunities. For example, small caps are historically cheap… and one country is ripe for investment. Turning to oil… Daniel and I break down the comedic standoff between oil companies and the Biden Administration—and share several of our favorite energy plays. In this episode: The Fed has no choice but to force a recession [1:15] Don’t wait for the market to bottom to buy stocks [8:30] Big Oil vs. the Biden Administration [12:40]  Why Russia is in a position of strength [22:00]  You can make money on “boring” oil stocks [30:10] My favorite energy play isn’t an oil stock [33:05] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ :

To start the show, I share some personal stories about the inflation I’ve witnessed. I break down why the Fed is forcing us into a recession… why we (likely) haven’t hit bottom yet… and what you should be paying attention in this deleveraging process. The current bear market is tough to stomach… but the lower the stock market goes, the more attractive stocks become. I share why I’m getting more aggressive with my buying… and one particular country I’m investing in (hint: it’s in Asia and has a booming energy sector). I also share my checklist to find the best sectors and stocks. And I’m crazy bullish about one particular class of stocks… In this episode: Inflation is crushing small businesses [2:00] Is there more downside in this market? [5:00]  The truth about recessions [9:15]  Why I’m buying more aggressively [16:45] The one country where I’m looking to invest [20:00] My favorite sectors right now [26:45] I’m crazy bullish on one class of stocks [29:30] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ :

For the last few days, I’ve been at an investment summit in Orlando. It seems every time I’m away, the market tanks… But it’s a great time to start buying stocks. I explain why you need to start picking away at your watchlist. The biggest news is the Fed’s 0.75% interest rate hike—and I do something a little unusual: give credit to the Fed. But it still has a lot of work left to do… I also break down how rising rates will impact homebuyers. The crypto market is the riskiest it’s ever been… but its long-term reward profile is incredible. I highlight innovation in the crypto space—including our metaverse land deal with TCG World… and how accredited investors can join us. In this episode: Why I’m aggressively buying stocks [1:00] Credit to the Fed where it’s due [6:15]  Should you buy a home as mortgage rates rise? [10:14]  What’s behind the massive crypto crash? [18:00] The metaverse is not a fad [27:00] An inside look at the Orlando conference [37:20] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ :

Markets are in wait-and-see mode ahead of today’s Federal Reserve announcement, which is expected to include a 75-point (0.75%) interest rate hike. Frank and I (Daniel) will go over the Fed’s decision in detail on tomorrow’s podcast. I start today’s show with some drastic advice from Jeff Gundlach, the “Bond King”... who wants the Fed to raise rates dramatically at its meeting today. I also break down some recent government policies that could have a big effect on gas prices and investment returns in the energy sector.  Plus, I share some of the characteristics of the best stocks to buy in a bear market… and a few companies that should be on every investor’s watchlist right now. In this episode: What the “Bond King” thinks the Fed should do [1:15] Why politics are pushing up energy prices [7:10]  How companies can fight back against anti-energy policies [12:45]  Fundamentals matter again… Here’s what to look for [17:25] Stocks that belong on your watchlist [19:30] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ :

Frank is on the road, so I (Daniel) am behind the mic to break down the extreme market volatility… I review last Friday’s higher-than-expected Consumer Price Index (CPI) reading… the resulting selloff… how the Fed is rattling the markets… and what to expect from tomorrow’s Fed meeting (where we should expect more aggressive rate hikes). Turning to the selloff in cryptocurrencies, I highlight what’s causing investors to panic… and two crypto bulls handling the negativity the right way.  In this episode: The real reason behind Friday’s selloff [1:15] Why extreme volatility is the new normal [5:50] How to take advantage of bear market rallies [8:25]  What to expect from the Fed meeting tomorrow [13:15]  What’s causing panic in the crypto markets? [18:30]  Pay attention to this crypto CEO [21:40] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ :

Sachin Khajuria, first-time guest and author of Two and Twenty: How the Masters of Private Equity Always Win, joins me to break down the private equity sector. Sachin breaks down private equity in layman’s terms, including the “secret sauce” that drives the incredible success of the business model… and how it’s getting easier for individual investors to get involved in the space. But not all private equity is created equal… Sachin breaks down how he identifies the best opportunities. In this episode: Private equity in layman's terms [4:00] The secret to success in private markets [7:05] The power of a global network [11:50] The key to finding the right opportunities[16:51] How private equity investors are adjusting to rising rates  [22:20] How individual investors can participate in private equity [30:05] An overview of [36:10] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ : https://www.curzioresearch.com

Daniel and I start today’s show by discussing the biggest risk to the market: inflation. While some data shows inflation is peaking, we break down why consumers will see elevated prices for a while. Next, we highlight the government’s blame-shifting narrative around inflation and soaring costs… what’s really driving higher food and energy prices (hint: it’s not Putin)... and the best way to bring prices back down. And we explain why you don’t need to wait for a market bottom to start picking away at the best stocks. We also discuss the Securities & Exchange Commission’s (SEC) proposed changes to “payment for order flow”... and whether this game-changing proposal is good or bad for individual investors. Finally, I share why I believe Bitcoin will go over $100k. In this episode: It’s time to start picking away at great stocks [1:05] Government leaders are shifting the blame for higher prices [3:45] The real cause of—and solution for—soaring food and energy costs [11:00]  Big market changes could be coming from the SEC [17:05] Why I’m bullish on Bitcoin [25:35] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ : https://www.curzioresearch.com

I just got back from my daughter’s basketball tournament in Orlando… and it was eye-opening to see how costs are rising. Speaking of rising prices, the Fed is finally serious about fighting inflation. I highlight what businesses must do to stay afloat in this environment… why supply chain constraints aren’t going away anytime soon… and which industries to avoid. I share the qualities you should look for when buying stocks… a couple of names that belong on your radar… and some positive signs that the market is near a bottom. I see huge upside potential for stocks right now. That’s why I added three new positions to the portfolio last week… and why I’ll be releasing two new recommendations to members tomorrow. In this episode: Consumers are spending less money [0:23] What businesses must do to survive [8:00] Avoid these supply chain-sensitive industries [11:25] Critical qualities to look for when buying stocks [20:00] Signs we’re near a market bottom [24:00] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ : https://www.curzioresearch.com

Frank is traveling this week, so I (Daniel Creech) am behind the mic to cover the markets and rising energy prices…  Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, is warning investors to “brace yourself” for an economic hurricane. I give my thoughts on his prediction. I also explain why President Biden's Wall Street Journal op-ed shows how government policies will lead to even higher oil prices… and the European Union’s latest Russian sanctions will only hurt local economies.  Bottom line, if you think you’ve missed the gains in energy stocks, think again…  In this episode: Jamie Dimon warns of economic hurricane [1:10] High rates and inflation are the new market normal [4:15] President Biden's op-ed missed the mark on energy prices [7:25]  Why the new EU sanctions on Russian are a bad idea [11:55]  You haven’t missed the opportunity in oil stocks [14:45]  Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox every Wednesday: https://www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/ Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ -- : https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 -- : https://www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   : https://twitter.com/frankcurzio :. https://www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ : https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ : https://www.curzioresearch.com