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In this episode of Market Bites, Neza and Brett Kenwell discuss the latest retail investor sentiment survey conducted by eToro, which reveals insights from 11,000 investors across 13 countries. They explore the overall optimism among retail investors, the risks they perceive, the impact of interest rates on their portfolios, and the differing perspectives of younger and older investors. The conversation highlights a balance between optimism and realism as investors prepare for the upcoming year, emphasizing the importance of understanding market dynamics and risks. For a full episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/IKU4dp19VUA?si=gTGeFLleNuRE2OLY

In this episode of Market Bites, hosts Bret Kenwell and Neza discuss the recent Fed rate cuts, the implications for the economy, and the impact of Oracle's earnings report on the AI market. They explore the challenges the Fed faces in balancing inflation and employment, the cautious sentiment among investors regarding AI stocks, and the potential future trends in the market as AI continues to evolve. For a full episode on youtube - https://youtu.be/qKSpoWtvnys?si=59lUvKjFhAiz-tfA

Markets enter 2026 with stabilizing growth, easing inflation, and expectations for lower rates. Our global analyst team breaks down the shifts in earnings, policy cycles, sector leadership, crypto structure, and liquidity that could define the coming year. 👀 What do we cover in the webinar? - Diversification, Sector Rotation, and Selective Hedging - Moderate global growth, lower inflation and lower rates benefit risky assets - EV, AI and Crypto power hunger: alternative energy investments tailwind - AI & tech arms race continues: opportunities beyond mega-cap - USD weakness to continue but more bumpy

In this episode of Market Bites, the hosts discuss the latest trends in the market, focusing on the significant rise of silver and its factors, the influence of the US dollar on commodities, the debate over the MAG-7 and MAG-8, and the correlation between crypto and equities. The conversation highlights the dynamics of the market and offers insights into investment strategies.

The conversation delves into the current state of the bull market, emphasizing the foundational elements such as AI and earnings growth. It highlights the resilience of the economy and consumer confidence, while also addressing the need for clarity on certain economic talking points as the year progresses. The discussion notes a significant earnings growth that surpassed expectations, indicating a strong market outlook.