Frank is at an industry meeting this week—leaving me, Daniel, behind the mic.   Over the past two days, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) declared war on crypto exchanges Binance (BNB) and Coinbase (COIN). I break down why the SEC has gone full “Elmer Fudd” on crypto… why investors should expect more strong-arming from regulators… and how I’d play the crypto space over the short and long term.     The PGA Tour shocked (and angered) the sports world this week when it announced it’s merging with LIV Golf. Before joining forces, the two rival organizations were engaged in a war of words—including accusations of terrorism—and antitrust lawsuits. I highlight the lesson everyone should learn from this ugly situation… and a stock that will profit from the merger. And finally, as a non-tech-savvy 37-year-old, I share my perspective on Apple’s new headset, the Vision Pro.   In this episode The SEC is going “Elmer Fudd” on crypto [1:30] The political theater of the SEC’s crypto crackdown [8:00] Why the PGA/LIV merger is shaking the sports world [15:20] Apple’s new headset is a success story in the making  [22:05]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

Summer is here—which means the kids are home from school all day.   I hope you all have some fun plans to look forward to. Unfortunately, it won’t be a good summer for stocks. In fact, I expect a lot of pain over the next 18 months.   Guys, this might be the most important podcast you listen to all year.   I break down how a few large stocks are propping up the entire market… why we could see a big selloff following the debt ceiling deal… and a major factor that’s about to crush consumer spending.   We’ve dealt with debt ceiling issues before… but this time is different—and for the first time, investors should be worried. There are only two options to deal with our current national debt levels—and I explain why neither is really feasible.   I also share some staggering data about the U.S. national debt… and why consumer debt will wreak havoc on the economy over the next year.   Next, I explain why the market is making a big mistake by trusting in the Fed… why the Fed’s bailouts in 2008 cursed us… and why they’re not an option this time around.   The bottom line: The economy and the stock market are both in serious trouble. But there are still ways for investors to make solid returns. I highlight the two assets you should have exposure to right now… and an investment strategy designed to profit from the coming turbulence.   To help you survive this dangerous market, I’m working out the details of a limited-time discount on three of our advisories: Crypto Intelligence, Curzio Venture Opportunities, and Moneyflow Trader. I end the show with some hints about what’s coming your way… and the tremendous opportunities these newsletters offer right now.   By the way, if you haven’t yet, be sure to listen to last week’s special interview with Luke Norman, chairman of U.S. Gold (USAU), to get the inside scoop on why gold is poised to enter a new bull market.   In this episode   It’s going to be a painful summer for stocks [0:30] Why the debt ceiling deal is a lose-lose situation [5:30] Why this time is different when it comes to U.S. debt [14:00] Don’t trust the Fed [27:30] A limited-time deal is coming your way [40:30] Don’t miss last week’s special episode [48:25]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

It’s been an exciting couple of weeks for the sports world. I start today’s show with a quick recap of the most thrilling moments from the NHL and NBA playoffs.   The market headlines are currently dominated by several risks—including the debt ceiling debate… the Fed’s plan for interest rates… and the stubbornly high inflation. Yet, for some reason, the TV pundits are calling for the next bull market.   I explain the truth about the debt ceiling negotiations… and how to use the resulting market volatility to your advantage.   Next, I break down the massive disconnect between what the Fed is saying about interest rates and what the market is betting on. It’s why I keep pounding the table about the tough spot the Fed is in… and why its only course of action is a problem for the stock market.   Finally, I share some data on why the current market risks aren’t going away anytime soon.   Bottom line: You’d be crazy to anticipate a bull market right now. More declines are coming… Luckily, there’s a simple way to profit from them.   Don’t miss tomorrow's episode of WSU Premium. Daniel and I will cover the biggest headlines moving the markets… and share our latest Dollar Stock Club pick. Here’s how to join us: WSUoffer.com.   In this episode A recap of the NHL and NBA playoffs [0:30] How to play the debt ceiling drama [3:25] The Fed’s only course of action to fight inflation [11:00] You’d be crazy to bet on a bull market right now [16:40] The best way to profit from market declines [26:35] How to start your fine art collection [28:10] Don’t miss tomorrow’s WSU Premium [32:05] Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

Between the debt ceiling drama… interest rate hikes… inflation and stagflation… and mixed economic signals… it’s hard to make sense of all the chaos right now.   The media says inflation is coming down… But I have a quick rant about why you shouldn’t be fooled by the latest economic data—or the talking heads. I also explain why it’s insane for anyone to expect a rate cut this year.   Next, I break down the government’s crazy spending spree… and why it’s going to be a big problem going forward, especially for the U.S. dollar.   The latest round of 13Fs are in—showing what the biggest money managers invested in last quarter. I highlight one sector these guys have been piling into… and why it’s a major red flag for the economy.   Home Depot (HD) reported earnings yesterday. I break down the results and explain why things will get much worse for the retailer. Plus, I share two stocks that are much better buys right now.   Tomorrow on WSU Premium, Daniel and I will highlight around 20 more names that will give you more bang for your buck than HD. Make sure to catch the episode—Subscribe to WSU Premium at WSUoffer.com.   In this episode Making sense of the market chaos [0:30] Inflation is still running rampant [3:35] Don’t expect a rate cut this year [7:30] Our national debt is out of control [10:00] A major red flag in the latest 13Fs [13:05] Shares of HD are overpriced [19:50] Tomorrow’s can’t-miss episode of WSU Premium [27:05]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

I start today’s show with a rant on my experience building a home… from paying the bills before my family can even move in… to workers smoking in the house… to a shower leaking through the ceiling… and getting ripped off on allowances.   Housing demand remains strong—for now. I explain why I expect the outlook for homebuilders to turn ugly over the next 12 months.   By the time you listen to this episode, the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data will be out. I break down why the Fed can’t lower interest rates until it gets inflation under control… and why a rate cut would be the biggest mistake the Fed could make.   Tomorrow on WSU Premium, Daniel and I will dig through the inflation data and share our latest Dollar Stock Club pick—a company that will benefit from interest rates remaining higher for longer.  Don’t miss the episode—join WSU Premium today at WSUoffer.com. In this episode  My homebuilding nightmare continues [0:30] Housing demand is strong—for now [5:00] The next 12 months will be tough for homebuilders [12:10] What I expect from today’s CPI data [18:40] Why the Fed must get inflation under control [24:25] Why cutting rates would be a massive mistake [34:30] Don’t miss an episode of WSU Premium—Subscribe at WSUoffer.com [35:20]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

Prepare yourself… I have a couple of rants to get off my chest today.   I’m recording this podcast before today’s Fed meeting, where central bankers are expected to raise interest rates by 25 basis points, then hint at pausing rate hikes.   I cut through the B.S. and explain why an end to rate hikes won’t save us now.   The biggest story in the market right now is the banking crisis. I share some quotes that show how bank CEOs have been lying through their teeth about the state of the banking sector—including JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon. The whole thing reminds me of a scene from The Naked Gun.   I break down the sweetheart deal JPMorgan got by taking over First Republic… and pose an important question for all investors to consider about regional banks.   While the Fed refuses to admit it, it’s bailing the sector out. I rant about why the Fed’s actions will lead to a lot more pain… and how banks don’t actually give a s*** about their clients.   Make sure to tune into WSU Premium tomorrow—Daniel and I will deep-dive into the banking sector… the state of the consumer… earnings estimates… and all the market risks we’re currently facing. (Subscribe to WSU Premium at WSUoffer.com)   I end the show by sharing the best way to protect yourself—and profit—from this dangerous market scenario.   A pause in the Fed’s rate hikes won’t save us [1:40] These bank CEOs lied through their teeth [3:30] Jamie Dimon’s comments remind me of The Naked Gun [9:50] The FDIC’s bailouts encourage bad behavior [18:30] Don’t miss tomorrow’s episode of WSU Premium (Subscribe at WSUoffer.com) [20:35] How to profit in this market environment [28:30]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

My wife and I recently celebrated our 15-year anniversary… and it’s incredible to think about the changes we’ve gone through. I share some advice for younger listeners about life and marriage.   We’re in the heart of earnings season—and a ton of big names are reporting this week. I explain why McDonald’s (MCD) and PepsiCo (PEP) are trading near 52-week highs… and why you shouldn't expect prices on your favorite products to come down anytime soon.   The Fed is set to hike interest rates next week and many investors think it will be the last time—but I disagree. I explain why I expect several more rate hikes over the next few months… and why anyone predicting rate cuts later this year is nuts.    Next, I break down the positives and negatives in yesterday’s earnings from Alphabet Inc. (GOOG) and Microsoft (MSFT).   The biggest news for Microsoft came from the U.K. Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), which killed its deal to buy Activision Blizzard (ATVI). I explain why the CMA’s move could be retaliation for a recent U.S. policy move… and why investors should be concerned about the government’s growing intervention across multiple industries, especially energy and crypto.   On tomorrow’s episode of WSU Premium, Daniel and I will dig deeper into Microsoft’s dead Activision deal and the growing tensions between world governments. We’ll also discuss the government’s attack on crypto… and how “de-dollarization” will create a major shift in global power. Don’t miss the episode—join WSU Premium now.   In this episode  What I’ve learned from 15 years of marriage [0:20] Why MCD and PEP are near 52-week highs [2:50] The Fed isn’t done hiking rates [5:00] GOOG is buying back $70 billion in stock [8:13] A great hedge against inflation[15:08] Is the U.K. punishing MSFT for the U.S.’s actions? [16:03] Don’t miss tomorrow’s WSU Premium [34:00] My wife and I recently celebrated our 15-year anniversary… and it’s incredible to think about the changes we’ve gone through. I share some advice for younger listeners about life and marriage.   Sponsor:   Art makes a great hedge against inflation... Masterworks, our sponsor this week, created a revolutionary platform that enables individual investors to stake a claim in the $1.7 trillion blue-chip art industry. And you can skip the waitlist. (https://www.masterworks.com/?utm_source=curzioblock&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Curzio&utm_term=Curzio+Member&utm_content=Masterworks)   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

I start today’s show with a quick story about a charity tournament I recently played in… that shows how Florida has managed to ruin golf!    Moving on to the markets… Big banks are reporting incredible numbers in spite of last month’s bank crisis… I question why banks don’t face the same criticism as oil companies when they make massive profits off of struggling consumers.   I also break down how Big Tech is driving the market rally—by making a massive mistake.   Gold is surging towards new highs—but this isn’t a positive sign for the world’s economy. I share how history is repeating itself in the gold markets… why it’s bad news for the U.S. dollar… and why Bitcoin and gold will continue to soar in the years to come. On tomorrow’s episode of WSU Premium, Daniel and I will deep-dive into this subject—including how the BRIC nations are plotting the “de-dollarization” of the global economy… so make sure to join us (Subscribe to WSU Premium at https://secure.curzioresearch.com/checkout/wsup-charter.php?utm_source=Libsyn&utm_medium=230419_wsup_charter_wsumon_inline&utm_campaign=2302-WSUP-Charter&utm_term=inline&utm_content=wsu). In this episode  How Florida managed to mess up charity golf [0:30] Why don’t we criticize banks like we do oil companies? [6:30] Big Tech’s massive mistake [13:00] Gold is surging—and that spells trouble for the world [21:30] Why gold and Bitcoin will soar in the years to come [30:15] Join us tomorrow on WSU Premium [38:40]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com

Today’s episode of Wall Street Unplugged is sponsored by Masterworks.com, which gives individual investors access to elite blue-chip art. With inflation on the rise, more and more investors are looking for alternative assets—those proven to hold their value... And fine art has a better track record during high inflation than both the S&P 500 and gold—returning 23% on average vs. 3.8% and 0.2%, respectively. For a limited time, Wall Street Unplugged listeners can skip the art auction waitlist—and get immediate access to what the Wall Street Journal calls one of the “hottest markets on Earth.” See important disclosures: masterworks.com/cd   March Madness is over—and what an incredible tournament it was! I start today’s show with a recap of the Final Four… and share some tough truths about recent NCAA championship games.   Moving onto more serious matters…   As I mentioned last month, Bank of America shut off our banking services with little warning and no explanation. It’s a result of the government’s crackdown on every business even remotely connected to crypto.   After doing some digging, I’m shocked at what’s going on behind the scenes…   I explain how one government “henchman” has gone mad with power… why everyone with a bank account should be worried… and how this unconstitutional attack on the crypto space helped trigger last month’s banking crisis.   This isn’t the first time the government has targeted specific industries in the private sector. We saw the same thing play out during the Obama Administration with Operation Choke Point—when the government investigated banks tied to gun companies and payday lenders. I break down the story… how one law firm successfully sued the government to stop the campaign… and how that same firm is tackling the crypto-related “Operation Choke Point 2.0.” This story is just starting to unfold… and Daniel and I will be uncovering more details in the weeks to come on WSU Premium. If you haven't subscribed yet, you can sign up here: https://secure.curzioresearch.com/checkout/wsup-charter.php?utm_source=Libsyn&utm_medium=230405_wsup_charter_wsumon_inline_post&utm_campaign=2302-WSUP-Charter&utm_term=inline&utm_content=wsu. You can’t afford to ignore this story. In this episode  A recap of the Final Four [0:30] Start building your elite art collection [6:39] Why everyone with a bank account should be worried [8:28] How history is repeating with Operation Choke Point [12:15] How the crypto crackdown contributed to the banking crisis [20:20]   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com