The Investopedia Express with Caleb Silver

The stock market defied its historical odds by surging in September despite concerns about a slowing economy, overvaluation, and tariffs. So what, if anything, can stop investors’ relentless bid on the biggest stocks in the market and ultimately slow this bull market down? Kenny Polcari of SlateStone Wealth drops in with his perspective, predictions for a volatile fourth quarter and a delicious family-style recipe for the Fall. Plus, the labor market is back in the spotlight this week with the September payrolls report due Friday, but the threat of a government shutdown may mean we might never see that report, putting the Fed in another tricky situation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The stock market rally has added $16 Trillion in market capitalization so far this year, and momentum is still in the drivers’ seat. What, if anything, can slow the rally down? Legendary Tech investor Dan Niles breaks down the bull between the horns, but warns of a fowl Thanksgiving surprise. Plus, investors are hoping for more rate cuts than the Fed is planning on - at least for now. Why this mismatch could lead to unfulfilled expectations. And stock buybacks are making a comeback. Which companies eat their home cooking more than others? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The future of the Federal Reserve’s independence will come into clearer focus this week as the central bank will likely lower interest rates for the first time since last December, potentially pacing the way for more cuts this year as the labor market weakens and prices keep rising. But all eyes will be on who votes for a rate cut after the President fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook and appointed Stephan Miran, his former Chair of Economic Advisers. Claudia Sahm, a former Fed economist, helps us understand the importance of this week’s meeting, the future of the central bank, and the real health of the U.S. economy. The stock market might be at record highs, but the foundations of American capitalism are shaking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Nadig, President of ETF.com and ETF expert, dives into the wealth management landscape, highlighting the challenges and innovations reshaping the industry. He discusses the explosion of ETFs and the potential pitfalls for investors amidst choice overload. Nadig warns against blind optimism towards private assets, while championing AI's role in refining investing strategies. He also predicts the rise of crypto ETFs and tokenization, envisioning a future where direct indexing becomes a mainstream investment strategy.

Ian Dunlap, known as 'The Master Investor' and founder of the Red Panda Stock Club, dives into the current stock market landscape. They discuss whether we are facing 'irrational exuberance' amidst record highs and the implications of ETF dominance over single stocks like Nvidia. Ian shares strategies for young investors, emphasizing meaningful position sizes and long-term planning. He also predicts future market leaders in AI and quantum sectors while advocating for education through his investment community.

We go inside Invest Fest, the biggest and best wealth festival on the planet, as it celebrates its fifth year of bringing education and empowerment to over 25,000 people in Atlanta. Hear from some of the most inspirational wealth builders and educators working today, including Cedric Nash, Chris Sain, and Austin Haynes, and see how Earn Your Leisure’s Troy Millings and Rashad Bilal have created this one of a kind gathering for investors, entrepreneurs and real estate experts. Plus, investors heard what they wanted to hear from Fed Chair Powell in Jackson Hole last week, but should they be careful what they wished for?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Individual investors are feeling as optimistic as they’ve felt all year according to our recent sentiment survey, and with stocks dancing around record highs, strong earnings and less bite than bark from tariffs, they are leaning into their favorite stocks and ETFs. Kevin Gordon of Charles Schwab joins us for a vibes check and sets the scene for the rest of the year. Plus, IPOs are popping like it's 1995 all over again and their gains are sticking - at least for now. What's different, and the same about this bull market and the one thirty years ago? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The pursuit of wealth has never been more intense, but the path to getting there has never been steeper. Nick Maggiulli, the founder of ofdollarsanddata.com and author of “The Wealth Ladder”, joins the Express to break down the rungs of wealth, and how to navigate the climb in 2025. Plus, markets are back at record highs as investors are so over tariffs and are focusing on upcoming rate cuts, better corporate profits and the risk-parade to continue. And why tomato prices might be the best indicator for the future impact of tariffs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The recent firing of the Commissioner of the BLS and the resignation of a top Fed official have cast even more doubt on the trustworthiness of government data and the future independence of the central bank. This is a brave and tenuous new world for investors who have been enjoying the march to record highs behind a handful of the biggest stocks in the market yet again. Jay Woods, Chief Global Strategist for Freedom Capital Markets helps us find the right price levels even as the data we depend on becomes more dubious. Plus, we are entering the seasonally weakest period of the year just as tariffs are set to take effect at the end of the week. The summer wind might just blow things over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cameron Dawson, Chief Investment Officer of NewEdge Wealth, dives into the whirlwind of today’s markets, comparing the resurgence of meme stocks to the vibes of 2021. He unpacks the tug-of-war between value and meme stocks, urging strategic caution amidst this frenzy. The conversation also covers upcoming interest rate decisions by the Fed and key corporate earnings that could shape the economic landscape. Plus, Dawson explores the risks of low volatility and the complexities of bond yields, offering insights for savvy investors.