Bulls, Bears and the Bell: Japan's 69K Milestone, Gold Nears $4,400, and the Global Tech Surge (August 17, 2026)

Kick off your trading week with Bulls, Bears and the Bell, your high-velocity AM pre-market roadmap. Hosts Joe and Jane break down the critical overnight moves, global macro flows, and the single-stock drivers setting up today's New York open.In this episode, we dive into:The "69K Club": We unpack the historic close of Japan's Nikkei 225 at 69,220.25 (+0.7%) after a surprise 1.1% GDP expansion.Gold's Moon Mission: Gold hits $4,395.98, testing the psychological resistance level of $4,400—is this a flight to safety or an inflation hedge against tariff uncertainty?The Korean Semiconductor Surge: With the South Korean Kospi up over 100% YTD, we analyze the massive momentum driving semiconductor giants Samsung and SK Hynix.Pre-Market Action & Macro Outlook: A look at early movers like Faraday Future (FFIE) up 81% and Dyne Therapeutics (DYN) surging 27%, while S&P and Nasdaq futures edge slightly higher following Friday's cooling retail spending data.Keep your finger on the pulse of global markets. Subscribe to Bulls, Bears and the Bell on Spotify or your favorite podcast app to never miss a pre-market update!The information presented in the Bulls, Bears and the Bell podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment, financial, legal, or tax advice. All investment decisions involve risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Please consult with a licensed financial professional before making any investment decisions.