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Weekend Reading: Stock Winners, Bold Predictions & Crypto Momentum

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January 19, 2025: Actionable insights to position your portfolio for success. 

"Opportunities come infrequently. When it rains gold, put out the bucket, not the thimble." - Warren Buffet

Big opportunities don't wait for anyone. In this edition of Weekend Reading, we're sharing actionable insights to help you capitalize on today's market dynamics—and manage risk like a pro.

Inside, you'll find:

  • Bitcoin's accelerating momentum—and how U.S. states and countries are embracing crypto.

Let's dive in.

The #Quad2 Playbook: Growth, Inflation & Market Opportunities

When both inflation and economic growth accelerate, Hedgeye identifies this as Quad 2—and that's exactly where we are today.

Historically, Quad 2 has delivered exceptional opportunities across commodities, credit, FX, and select stock market sectors.

Recent winners identified by our repeatable, data-driven process:

  • S&P 500 Momentum ETF (SPMO): +150% vs. SPY since being added to ETF Pro Plus on November 15, 2024. Momentum stocks thrive in Quad 2.
  • Natural Gas (UNG): +18% since Hedgeye CEO Keith McCullough added it to his daily Portfolio Solutions tool on January 3, 2025.

Want our analyst team's favorite investment ideas every day before the market opens? Subscribe to The Call @ Hedgeye.



It's Still Bitcoin Season!

Crypto adoption is accelerating globally, with Bitcoin leading the charge. Highlights from Hedgeye Crypto Analyst Ishmael Asad:

  • 6 U.S. States are racing to establish Bitcoin reserves.
  • Thailand is set to launch spot BTC ETFs.
  • Malaysia is developing a pro-crypto policy to avoid being "left behind while mired in an old financial system."

BTC gained +10% this week, and the momentum shows no signs of slowing. Hedgeye's Digital Assets Pro team is tracking these trends to keep you ahead.


ICYMI: A Risk Management Insights from McCullough & Taylor

The best investment process balances offense with defense. In a recent Real Conversation, Keith McCullough and veteran hedge fund manager Mike Taylor broke down the critical risks and opportunities they're forecasting for 2025.

Key takeaways:

  • Overvalued Tech Stocks: Companies like Apple and Nvidia may face significant headwinds due to slowing growth, extremely high valuations, and tougher comps.
  • The Danger of Passive Flows: Trillions of dollars in automated investments may mask underlying market weakness, creating a false sense of strength.
  • Why Healthcare Could Be 2025's Hidden Winner: Taylor believes capital flows point to opportunities in this traditionally defensive sector.

Read the recap of the Real Conversation here: 9 Market Trends Every Investor Should Know in 2025



Master the Market: The Old Rules Are Dead

The investing game has changed. Systematic trading now drives 90% of U.S. market volume—what we call "The Machine." Outdated strategies like the 60/40 portfolio can't keep pace.

In Master the Market, Keith McCullough shares his proven process for staying ahead of The Machine, empowering you to:

  • Profit in any market environment.
  • Be prepared to avoid the next market crash.
  • Buy low and sell high with confidence.

This isn't just a book—it's a roadmap to smarter investing in 2025.

Your Weekend Takeaway

Opportunities in the market are fleeting, but with the right process, you can capture them—and protect your portfolio from unnecessary risks. Dive into this week's insights, and take your investing strategy to the next level.

Read Master the Market

Enjoy your weekend, stay disciplined, and keep pushing forward!

— The Hedgeye Team

 

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