What stories are going to drive the economy and the market this year?

Malcolm Ethridge and Ricky Mulvey discuss:

- De-dollarization: Why central banks are buying gold and what it means for the U.S. dollar's reserve currency status.

- AI profitability: Do AI projects need to start generating cash in 2026?

- A Recession-proof investing myth: Why alcohol stocks aren't the defensive play they used to be.

- Bitcoin and HODL (Hold On for Dear Life): Does BTC deserve "hold forever" asset status?

- Economic observations from Australia: What Ricky’s trip Down Under revealed about global economy

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Hosts: Ricky Mulvey, Malcolm Ethridge

Engineer: Tim Sparks

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