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| Leverage drives bull markets higher—but when sentiment shifts, it accelerates the fall. In this Short video, I explain how margin debt above $1 trillion fuels gains today but can trigger a rapid, cascading selloff when the tide turns. $SPX $QQQ Full episode: Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow |
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Are markets set to keep climbing, or are we staring down the next pullback? Lance Roberts breaks down the bullish vs. bearish case for stocks, exploring what could fuel the rally—and what risks could trip it up.
From the Federal Reserve’s latest moves, to earnings trends, market breadth, and money flows, we’ll cover the key factors driving sentiment. Whether you lean bullish or bearish, this analysis will help you understand the forces shaping today’s market.
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Markets: Bullish Vs Bearish Case
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Just recently, Scott Rubner of Citadel Securities wrote an excellent piece discussing the bull versus the bear case for the markets. You look at the markets today and see a tension between expectation and reality. On one hand, equities—especially tech and growth—are pushing to fresh highs. Optimism about rate cuts, AI and productivity gains, global …
9/17/25 Big Day: Fed Day
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It’s Fed Day – the most anticipated event for markets this month. The Federal Reserve’s rate decision and Jerome Powell’s press conference could shape the direction for stocks, bonds, and the economy heading into year-end.
Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down:
• What the Fed is likely to announce today
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Invest Or Index – Exploring 5-Different Strategies
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9-12-25 The Essential Hierarchy of Money Goals
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Where should your money go first? Too often, people skip ahead to investing or wealth strategies before laying the right foundation. Richard Rosso and Matt Doyle break down the essential hierarchy of money goals—a clear order of priorities to help you stay on track.
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