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- Agent 16 — Faber GTAAlong32 sh @ $758.44 · stop —-$559.68 unrealized
Scott Bessent Defends Tariff Reboot, Unveils ‘3 Through 3’ Plan To Beat ‘Structural Inflation’
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday defended the administration’s aggressive trade policies, unveiling a comprehensive “3 through 3” economic blueprint designed to sustain high GDP growth while neutralizing “structural inflation.” Deconstructing critics’ claims that import penalties harm American consumers, Bessent...
Weekly Commentary: The Treasury Secretary And The Maestro
South Korea's KOSPI equities index sank 10.0% Tuesday, rallied 3.3% Wednesday and an additional 5.4% Thursday, before sinking 5.8% in wild Friday trading. Read more here.
The Tech Rally Meets Economic Fundamentals
Tech sector valuations look stretched amid slowing GDP, high debt, rates, and commodities. Read why this raises doubts about future consumption growth.
Weekly Indicators: Simply Stellar Consumer Spending
Positive economic nowcasting: strong corporate profits, term spreads, stocks, low jobless claims & consumer spendingâyet leverage risk grows.
H2 2026 Playbook: The Midyear Reset And What Comes Next
An updated 2026 outlook balances high AI capex and Kevin Warshâs rate policy with emerging H2 winning sectors. Read what new sectors are considered H2 winners.
Think Your Covered Call ETF Income Is Safe? 2 Risks That Should Keep You Up At Night
Covered call ETFs offer 10%+ yields but hide major risks like steep income losses and persistent NAV decay. Read the full analysis here.
How The Mag 7 Became The Drag 7, And Might Drop The S&P 500 By 30% (Technical Analysis)
Mag 7 dominates roughly 34% of SPY and 38% of QQQ, making broad indexes highly vulnerable to their downward movements. Read more here.
The 1-Minute Market Report, June 27, 2026
Small and microcaps are outperforming large caps, signaling a durable rotation after years of underperformance. Read more here.
Mid-Year Update: Warnings On AI Hyperscalers, Private Credit, And The SpaceX IPO
An overpriced market faces correction risks from high AI mega-cap concentration, falling profits, and private credit. Read what could be next for investors.
Precious Metals Risk/Reward Now Positive
Gold and silver miners look attractive as the Gold/SPX ratio hits a key zone.
A Near-Perfect And Simple Retirement Dividend Growth Portfolio
Discover a simple income investing strategy that balances current income and total returns, even as tech stocks soar.
Forget the AI Chipmakers. For 0.47% This Fund Owns the Companies Building the Data Centers
If you own VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:SMH) for AI exposure, you are betting on the same handful of chip designers everyone else holds. SMH is the default vehicle for the trade: a concentrated basket led by NVIDIA, Taiwan Semiconductor, and Broadcom that has produced the headline gains of the AI cycle. The case for owning ... Forget the AI Chipmakers. For 0.47% This Fund Owns the Companies Building the Data Centers
Americans Are Spending More, But Their Savings Are Quietly Disappearing
Mayâs economic data tells a story that sounds good on the surface but gets more complicated the closer you look. Read more here.
Q1 GDP Third Estimate: Real GDP At 2.1%, Higher Than Expected
Real GDP grew at a 2.1% annual rate in the first quarter of 2026, exceeding forecasts.
A Month For 'The Rest'
Weâve made numerous mentions of the weakness in mega-cap stocks so far this month, and given their weightings in the S&P 500, the impact on the index is notable.
Markets Starting To Choke On Massive Surge In Debt Issuance
Massive equity and AI-related debt issuanceâ$236B YTD, projected $570B for 2026âare straining credit markets. Read more on the market here.
Markets Got Its Final Warnings
Tech and semiconductor ETFs declined last week, reflecting concerns over inflationary supply chain costs impacting the AI economy. Read why the markets reacted negatively.
Stock Market Pullback Is Healthier Than It Looks
S&P 500 finished week at 7,306, down 2.4% from prior Friday, while Nasdaq 100 dropped a hard 4.6% as megacap technology names that have carried this market all year finally took a real hit.
Berkshire May Just Save You From A Likely Market Crash
Berkshire Hathaway is well-positioned to outperform the S&P 500 during near-term market turbulence, given its defensive portfolio. Read why BRK.A stock is a buy.
Testing The Truce
Mixed U.S. stock market updates as yields fall and oil slides on Hormuz traffic rebound. Read more about real estate data here.
A Strong Jobs Report Could Change Everything For The Market
The June jobs report could reshape rates, USD, and stocks through summer, raising Fed-tightening risk. Read more macro analysis here.
5 AI Hardware Stocks Create a New ‘MANIA’ Trade That Replaces the Magnificent 7. Hedge Your Bets on the Hot Tickers with These 2 Leveraged ETFs.
Micron, AMD, Intel, Broadcom, and Nvidia are the new pop stars of the stock market.
Confessions Of An Oil Bull
The energy markets have struggled with volatility. Read how investors can prepare for what happens next.
VOO vs. SPY: Which Popular S&P 500 ETF Is the Better Buy?
Expense differences and fund structure can impact long-term returns for investors choosing between these two S&P 500 giants.
Bought Bloom Energy, Credo At A +20% Discount, But Also Hedged
Bloom Energy and Credo fell after Russell 2000 removalâsee why fundamentals stay strong, how to buy the dip, hedge risk, and position for Q2 earnings.
S&P 500 Earnings: These Expected EPS Growth Rates For Forward Quarters Seem Unsustainable
S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Climb As US, Iran Reportedly Agree To Pause Further Escalation: SLS, WEN, MSTR, WDC Stocks In Focus
According to an Axios report, the U.S. and Iran have agreed to halt attacks and will meet on Tuesday in Qatar to renegotiate terms following the dispute that escalated over the weekend.
Will Nvidia Follow Amazon's Dot-Com Path? Jeremy Grantham Warns Of Brutal Tech Stock Reversal
Billionaire Jeremy Grantham warns the AI stock bubble will burst, predicting a 70% market crash and an Amazon-like 92% drop for AI giants.
“You’re Gonna Get That $200,000 Back in Tax-Free Growth So Freaking Fast”: Ramsey Host Explains Why Paying Taxes Now Can Leave More for Your Kids
The quote came from a recent Ramsey Everyday Millionaires segment, after a caller explained that his father had died five years ago and left him a $50,000 traditional IRA he is still draining under the 10-year rule. The 10-year rule requires that the entire balance of an inherited traditional IRA be withdrawn within 10 years ... “You’re Gonna Get That $200,000 Back in Tax-Free Growth So Freaking Fast”: Ramsey Host Explains Why Paying Taxes Now Can Leave More for Your Kids
US Official: Technical Talks With Iran To Continue On All Areas Of Memorandum Of Understanding, Both Sides Stand Down, Vessels Move Freely
-Reuters
Nasdaq 100 Flashes Warning Signs After 5-Day Slide: Is The Tech Rally Running Out Of Steam?
Nasdaq 100 flashes warning signs as QQQ tests crucial support. Tech volatility hits a 23-year high, but can strong earnings save the rally?
Live On CNBC, Stephanie Link Announces Bought iShares MSCI Brazil ETF; Sold iShares MSCI India ETF
Weekly Market Pulse: It's An AI Stock World
There is still an underlying whiff of FOMO surrounding the AI and AI-adjacent stocks. Is the narrative right?
U.S. At 250: What Five Decades Of Market History Tell Us About Investing Today
An important question for investors as we approach the 250th anniversary of the US is not how much has changed, but what the changes imply for building investment portfolios.
President Trump Says In Social Media Post That Iran Has Requested A Meeting, Which Will Occur On June 30 In Doha, Qatar
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116833168246538290
Market Correction Warning For H2 2026
The S&P 500 is up 7.5% YTD, but risks are rising. Click here to see why a correction may hit in H2 2026, plus where to allocate capital now.
5 Ways To Protect Capital When SPY/QQQ Tumble, Plus A Simple 2-ETF Mix
Protect your portfolio now: use the ABL rule, beware lofty Shiller CAPE, and build ROAR 10 ETF defenses for safer returnsâread the strategy.
Bears Are Missing The Forest For The Tech Trees
Market rotation is accelerating: small caps and value lead as tech lags. Read what investors need to know.
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq, Dow S&P 500 Futures Jump As Trump Admin Says US, Iran Will 'Stand Down' For Now— Verizon, HP, Universe Pharmaceuticals In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Friday's mixed close.
S&P 500 Declines As Overinflated AI Stocks Lose Some Air
The S&P 500 lost money every day of the trading week ending on Friday, 26 June 2026.
TG Therapeutics Surged 88%: Time To Be More Careful (Rating Downgrade)
TG Therapeutics, Inc. boosts anti-CD20 share as Q1 revenue jumps 69.6% to $204.9M, but overbought signals hint at a near-term pullback. Click for this TGTX update.
Hard To Imagine A Retirement Portfolio Without These 2 Cash Machines
Two sustainable 10%+ monthly income investments may fit at the core of a retirement income portfolio. Learn why yield-bearing products are not an option.
5 Ways To Protect Capital When SPY/QQQ Tumble, Plus A Simple 2-ETF Mix
Protect your portfolio now: use the ABL rule, beware lofty Shiller CAPE, and build ROAR 10 ETF defenses for safer returnsâread the strategy.
Bears Are Missing The Forest For The Tech Trees
Market rotation is accelerating: small caps and value lead as tech lags. Read what investors need to know.
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq, Dow S&P 500 Futures Jump As Trump Admin Says US, Iran Will 'Stand Down' For Now— Verizon, HP, Universe Pharmaceuticals In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Friday's mixed close.
S&P 500 Declines As Overinflated AI Stocks Lose Some Air
The S&P 500 lost money every day of the trading week ending on Friday, 26 June 2026.
TG Therapeutics Surged 88%: Time To Be More Careful (Rating Downgrade)
TG Therapeutics, Inc. boosts anti-CD20 share as Q1 revenue jumps 69.6% to $204.9M, but overbought signals hint at a near-term pullback. Click for this TGTX update.
Hard To Imagine A Retirement Portfolio Without These 2 Cash Machines
Two sustainable 10%+ monthly income investments may fit at the core of a retirement income portfolio. Learn why yield-bearing products are not an option.
SFY: Strong GARP And Quality Features For This Low-Cost Growth ETF
SoFi Select 500 ETF maintains a Hold rating, reflecting strong fundamentals but limited differentiation from SPY. Read more on SFY ETF here.
SFY: Strong GARP And Quality Features For This Low-Cost Growth ETF
SoFi Select 500 ETF maintains a Hold rating, reflecting strong fundamentals but limited differentiation from SPY. Read more on SFY ETF here.
3 Emerging Long-Term Headwinds for the S&P 500
The endless bull market might slow down a bit more than most investors are expecting.
Will Mild Trimmed-Mean Inflation Delay Fed Rate Hikes?
The latest inflation numbers arenât especially encouraging for Warsh. He's a fan of soâcalled trimmedâmean inflation, which currently reflects a substantially lower, steadier pricing trend.
Looking Forward to Holiday-Shortened "Jobs Week"
Updates of the domestic labor market, of late, appear to be improving from the doldrums of last year around this time.
Case For A Healthy Market Rotation Vs. A Tech Bubble
Todayâs market looks far healthier and more balanced than the one that preceded the dotcom bust. Leadership within tech stocks has shifted to companies benefiting from AI-related investment.
GDV: Solid Equity Fund For Retired Income Investors
The Lag 7: Why I'm Stepping Back And Rethinking The AI Trade
Reassess the AI CapEx trade as Mag7 drags SPY/NDX and rotation shifts to small caps, healthcare, and financials. Here's what investors need to consider.
Stock Market Today: Dow Rises On U.S.-Iran News; SpaceX Rallies On Index Addition (Live Coverage)
The Dow Jones index rises Monday on U.S.-Iran news. SpaceX stock climbs on its addition to the Nasdaq-100 index.
Nasdaq-100 ETFs Keep Sizzling: Can the Rally Last?
The Invesco QQQ ETF has more than doubled the S&P 500's 10-year returns. Can its tech-heavy portfolio continue to outperform over the next decade?
Stocks On Comeback Trail; Oil Rises Again
Oil prices are on the upswing, with WTI crude higher by 1.2% to trade back in the $70 range.
Exchange-Traded Funds, Equity Futures Higher Pre-Bell Monday Amid Hopes for Renewed US-Iran Diplomacy
The broad market exchange-traded fund SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) was up 1%, and the actively trade
Small Caps Are Beating S&P 500 By The Widest Margin Since 2003: Here’s Why
U.S. small caps are beating the S&P 500 by the widest margin since 2003 as investors shift from AI hyperscalers to smaller infrastructure winners.
Big Tech Hasn't Looked This Risky Relative To S&P 500 In 23 Years
Nasdaq-100 Volatility Index and VIX spread has reached its widest level in at least 23 years, signaling more uncertainty into Big Tech than the broader S&P 500.
H2 2026 S&P 500: The Bull Is Naked, And AI Must Pay
Current market euphoria around AI and strong profits ignores rising capital costs and future margin pressures from heavy infrastructure investment.
6 Asset Bubbles That Have Already Popped
Recent asset bubbles have sharply deflated following the Fedâs aggressive monetary expansion and subsequent tightening. Read more about the market warning signs.
Record Retail Inflows: Where Is All The Money Coming From?
Money market funds hold a record $7.92T as of June 17. Retail investors alone account for $3.09T of that, also a record, and the climb has been relentless since the Fed started hiking.
President Trump Posts On Truth Social "BIG WIN just moments ago at the Supreme Court, in the Slaughter Case, confirming Presidential Power in our Country to remove Executive Branch Officers and Agency Appointees, or Representatives, under Article II. ...."
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116833954690924756
Fed's Cook: Supreme Court's Decision To Leave The Lower Court's Order In Place And Affirm The Need For Real Process And Real Cause Recognizes That Federal Reserve Independence Is Essential To Congressional Mandates; Ruling Affirms A Principle That Has Underpinned Sound Economic Stewardship For Generations: That The Federal Reserve Must Make All Its Policy Decisions Guided By Evidence And Independent Judgment, Free From Political Interference
- Reuters
'Rubio, Witkoff to brief Congress on Iran' - Politico
https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2026/06/29/congress/congress-iran-briefing-00979744
U.S. Supreme Court Declines To Let Trump Remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
- Reuters
Q1 GDP Data: A Deeper Look Shows Why The U.S. Is On The Road To Recession
Recent GDP growth of 2.1% is artificially boosted by import revisions, masking underlying economic weakness.
IWR Offers Quality Mid-Cap AI Exposure With Strong Momentum And Positive Seasonality Ahead
Buy iShares Russell Mid-Cap ETF (IWR) for strong momentum, superior risk-adjusted returns, and AI-driven mid-cap diversificationâread the outlook now.
Hard To Imagine A Retirement Portfolio Without These 2 Cash Machines
Two sustainable 10%+ monthly income investments may fit at the core of a retirement income portfolio. Learn why yield-bearing products are not an option.
TG Therapeutics Surged 88%: Time To Be More Careful (Rating Downgrade)
TG Therapeutics, Inc. boosts anti-CD20 share as Q1 revenue jumps 69.6% to $204.9M, but overbought signals hint at a near-term pullback. Click for this TGTX update.
S&P 500 Declines As Overinflated AI Stocks Lose Some Air
The S&P 500 lost money every day of the trading week ending on Friday, 26 June 2026.
Stock Market Today: Nasdaq, Dow S&P 500 Futures Jump As Trump Admin Says US, Iran Will 'Stand Down' For Now— Verizon, HP, Universe Pharmaceuticals In Focus (UPDATED)
U.S. stock futures rose on Monday, as the Dow Jones, Nasdaq 100, and S&P 500 indices rose, following Friday's mixed close.
Bears Are Missing The Forest For The Tech Trees
Market rotation is accelerating: small caps and value lead as tech lags. Read what investors need to know.
5 Ways To Protect Capital When SPY/QQQ Tumble, Plus A Simple 2-ETF Mix
Protect your portfolio now: use the ABL rule, beware lofty Shiller CAPE, and build ROAR 10 ETF defenses for safer returnsâread the strategy.
Market Correction Warning For H2 2026
The S&P 500 is up 7.5% YTD, but risks are rising. Click here to see why a correction may hit in H2 2026, plus where to allocate capital now.
President Trump Says In Social Media Post That Iran Has Requested A Meeting, Which Will Occur On June 30 In Doha, Qatar
https://truthsocial.com/@realDonaldTrump/posts/116833168246538290
U.S. At 250: What Five Decades Of Market History Tell Us About Investing Today
An important question for investors as we approach the 250th anniversary of the US is not how much has changed, but what the changes imply for building investment portfolios.
Weekly Market Pulse: It's An AI Stock World
There is still an underlying whiff of FOMO surrounding the AI and AI-adjacent stocks. Is the narrative right?
Live On CNBC, Stephanie Link Announces Bought iShares MSCI Brazil ETF; Sold iShares MSCI India ETF
Nasdaq 100 Flashes Warning Signs After 5-Day Slide: Is The Tech Rally Running Out Of Steam?
Nasdaq 100 flashes warning signs as QQQ tests crucial support. Tech volatility hits a 23-year high, but can strong earnings save the rally?
US Official: Technical Talks With Iran To Continue On All Areas Of Memorandum Of Understanding, Both Sides Stand Down, Vessels Move Freely
-Reuters
“You’re Gonna Get That $200,000 Back in Tax-Free Growth So Freaking Fast”: Ramsey Host Explains Why Paying Taxes Now Can Leave More for Your Kids
The quote came from a recent Ramsey Everyday Millionaires segment, after a caller explained that his father had died five years ago and left him a $50,000 traditional IRA he is still draining under the 10-year rule. The 10-year rule requires that the entire balance of an inherited traditional IRA be withdrawn within 10 years ... “You’re Gonna Get That $200,000 Back in Tax-Free Growth So Freaking Fast”: Ramsey Host Explains Why Paying Taxes Now Can Leave More for Your Kids
Will Nvidia Follow Amazon's Dot-Com Path? Jeremy Grantham Warns Of Brutal Tech Stock Reversal
Billionaire Jeremy Grantham warns the AI stock bubble will burst, predicting a 70% market crash and an Amazon-like 92% drop for AI giants.
S&P 500, Dow, Nasdaq Futures Climb As US, Iran Reportedly Agree To Pause Further Escalation: SLS, WEN, MSTR, WDC Stocks In Focus
According to an Axios report, the U.S. and Iran have agreed to halt attacks and will meet on Tuesday in Qatar to renegotiate terms following the dispute that escalated over the weekend.
S&P 500 Earnings: These Expected EPS Growth Rates For Forward Quarters Seem Unsustainable
Bought Bloom Energy, Credo At A +20% Discount, But Also Hedged
Bloom Energy and Credo fell after Russell 2000 removalâsee why fundamentals stay strong, how to buy the dip, hedge risk, and position for Q2 earnings.
VOO vs. SPY: Which Popular S&P 500 ETF Is the Better Buy?
Expense differences and fund structure can impact long-term returns for investors choosing between these two S&P 500 giants.
Confessions Of An Oil Bull
The energy markets have struggled with volatility. Read how investors can prepare for what happens next.
5 AI Hardware Stocks Create a New ‘MANIA’ Trade That Replaces the Magnificent 7. Hedge Your Bets on the Hot Tickers with These 2 Leveraged ETFs.
Micron, AMD, Intel, Broadcom, and Nvidia are the new pop stars of the stock market.
A Strong Jobs Report Could Change Everything For The Market
The June jobs report could reshape rates, USD, and stocks through summer, raising Fed-tightening risk. Read more macro analysis here.
Testing The Truce
Mixed U.S. stock market updates as yields fall and oil slides on Hormuz traffic rebound. Read more about real estate data here.
Berkshire May Just Save You From A Likely Market Crash
Berkshire Hathaway is well-positioned to outperform the S&P 500 during near-term market turbulence, given its defensive portfolio. Read why BRK.A stock is a buy.
Stock Market Pullback Is Healthier Than It Looks
S&P 500 finished week at 7,306, down 2.4% from prior Friday, while Nasdaq 100 dropped a hard 4.6% as megacap technology names that have carried this market all year finally took a real hit.
Markets Got Its Final Warnings
Tech and semiconductor ETFs declined last week, reflecting concerns over inflationary supply chain costs impacting the AI economy. Read why the markets reacted negatively.
Markets Starting To Choke On Massive Surge In Debt Issuance
Massive equity and AI-related debt issuanceâ$236B YTD, projected $570B for 2026âare straining credit markets. Read more on the market here.
A Month For 'The Rest'
Weâve made numerous mentions of the weakness in mega-cap stocks so far this month, and given their weightings in the S&P 500, the impact on the index is notable.
Agent 2 — Adaptive — considered
Stage 2: close $725.43 > MA150 $692.91 (+4.7%), MA rising, 4.6% off 52w high, vol 1.99× avg
Agent 2 — Adaptive — considered
Stage 2: close $737.55 > MA150 $691.84 (+6.6%), MA rising, 3.0% off 52w high, vol 1.94× avg
Agent 2 — Adaptive — considered
Stage 2: close $756.66 > MA150 $691.00 (+9.5%), MA rising, 0.5% off 52w high, vol 0.02× avg
Agent 16 — Faber GTAA closed long 33 @ $758.44 (+$67.32)
Faber GTAA monthly rebalance. SPY slot ON (close 758.44 vs SMA 681.97).
Agent 2 — Adaptive — considered
Stage 2: close $756.40 > MA150 $689.50 (+9.7%), MA rising, 0.2% off 52w high, vol 1.88× avg
Agent 1 — Immutable — considered
Stage 2: close $756.40 > MA150 $689.50 (+9.7%), MA rising, 0.2% off 52w high, vol 1.88× avg
Agent 16 — Faber GTAA opened long 33 @ $756.40
Agent 2 — Adaptive — considered
Stage 2: close $733.79 > MA150 $685.71 (+7.0%), MA rising, 2.1% off 52w high, vol 1.99× avg