Episode 382: The Private Equity Bubble Is Poised to Pop

06/06/24 • 17 min

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In episode 382, Jared discusses why he thinks private equity is one of the biggest bubbles of all time, as well as Roaring Kitty’s blatant market manipulation with GameStop, Donald Trump, where to begin your investment journey, and an outlet for market junkies. He also dives into the mailbag to tackle concerns such as cash positions, money market funds, and paying taxes on gains before addressing the week ahead, including payrolls and the upcoming Fed meeting.

Time stamps:

1:12 — Market headlines

5:01 — Investing: beginner to market junkie

7:52 — Private equity and gold

13:45 — The week ahead

Time stamps:

1:12 — Market headlines

5:01 — Investing: beginner to market junkie

7:52 — Private equity and gold

13:45 — The week ahead

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