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Is the AI market a ticking time bomb or a goldmine waiting to be tapped? Join us as Clem Miller helps dissect the current AI landscape, paralleled with the tech boom of 2000, and clarifies whether companies like Nvidia are the kings of the hill or just on a temporary pedestal. We’ll also explore the strategic pivot towards robust defensive stocks—think healthcare and consumer staples—as a buffer against market volatility. Plus, we're challenging the buzz around obesity drugs from giants like Lilly and Novartis, questioning if they're truly revolutionary or just another bubble.

In this insightful episode, we delve into crucial financial metrics such as short interest ratios, beta, and PEG ratios to provide you with a comprehensive framework for evaluating stocks. Discover the red flags and green signals, especially for high PEG stocks like Costco. Additionally, dive deep into AI-related semiconductor stocks, with a keen focus on secondary opportunities in companies like Broadcom and ASML. We also touch on the profound impact of company culture on long-term growth, particularly at Nvidia and Elon Musk's ventures. Whether you're a market veteran or a novice investor, this episode promises actionable insights to navigate the unpredictable AI market.

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Are factors really the essential building blocks of investment portfolios, or is it just clever marketing? In this episode of Skeptic's Guide, Clem boldly challenges the widespread belief in factor investing by arguing that individual stocks themselves are the true fundamentals. Clem dissects the unpredictable nature of factor performance and critiques the simplistic construction of factor ETFs. While he acknowledges the utility of certain factors like beta and sector emphasis, he remains wary of a rigid adherence to a value-focused approach. Tune in to hear Clem's compelling arguments and his nuanced view of the role factors play in investment strategy.

As we transition into our second chapter, we tackle the intricate balance between thematic and factor investing. We delve into the art of constructing a robust, diversified portfolio that can adapt to changing market conditions. Our discussion spans the challenges of market timing, the benefits of using recent data for predicting trends, and the complexities of combining thematic and factor strategies. With insights into high-growth sectors like AI and healthcare, and an examination of the cyclical nature of value versus growth investing, this episode offers valuable guidance on building resilient portfolios. Don’t miss out on these essential strategies that could help safeguard your investments across different economic landscapes.

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Can Kamala Harris’s debate performance really sway undecided voters? On this episode of Skeptic's Guide to Investing, Frazer Rice, author of Wealth Actually, joins us to break down the high-stakes debate between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. Alongside Clem Miller and Steve Davenport, Frazer dissects Harris's strategies, her ability to maintain composure, and the overall entertainment value of the debate. Our conversation moves beyond the theatrics to examine the limited impact these debates have on entrenched voter opinions and the fleeting nature of debate-driven news cycles, including how celebrity endorsements, like Taylor Swift’s for Harris, might play a role.

Shifting gears, we delve into the economic factors shaping voting behavior, with a keen eye on inflation and the Federal Reserve’s controversial actions. This segment isn’t just a critique of economic policy but an exploration of how these issues are framed by the candidates to appeal to voters' concerns. Fraser, Clem, and Steve critique the debate's format and ABC’s handling of the event—especially the control of microphones—and discuss which key issues, such as the economy and foreign policy, Trump should emphasize to strengthen his campaign. We also touch on the broader political discourse and the need for more substantive conversations about economic growth, tax policies, and regulation.

In a forward-looking discussion, we scrutinize the regulatory landscape in the U.S. and Europe, particularly focusing on the tech sector. With Clem’s expertise, we explore the impact of significant regulations like the EU's GDPR and China's data localization policies on innovation and stock price volatility. Additionally, Fraser discuss the potential consequences of the Supreme Court’s Loper-Bright decision on the administrative state and how regulations could affect AI advancements and cybersecurity. Wrapping up, we share our optimism about advancements in healthcare, such as telehealth and obesity treatments, which hold the promise of revolutionizing public health outcomes. This episode is packed with critical insights and a blend of cautionary and optimistic perspectives on the intersection of politics, economics, and innovation.

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