Does the Market Care What Party is in Power?

Greg and Doug look at polling data and betting markets marking a shift that could be happening in the race. They’ll also examine historical data that shows the party in power does not significantly impact market performance. The conversation then shifts to economic trends, highlighting the recent performance of small and mid-cap stocks and the resurgence of gold as a viable investment. Finally, they delve into technological innovations, including autonomous vehicles and energy efficiency advancements, and what that means for an exciting future. Key Takeaways [00:16] - Polling data and betting markets - is the race shifting? [04:44] - How the market’s fared historically depending on who’s in office [09:00] - Markets continue to expand [11:55] - The resurgence of gold and diversification strategies [15:26] - The explosion of techno-capitalism View Transcript Links Nate Silver - Silver Bulletin - 2024 presidential election forecast Polymarket 2024 Betting Markets / Election Forecast RealClear Polling betting odds Timmer: Data on Presidential Election Cycles Subscribe to our weekly email list Lawrence Hamtil’s diversification strategies Waymo has doubled its weekly paid robotaxi trips to 100,000 since May Blas: Old king coal remains omnipotent and omnipresent Connect with our hosts Doug Stokes Greg Stokes Stokes Family Office Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com Disclosure The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener's personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate, qualified professional prior to making a final decision. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk. Therefore, it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy (including the investments and/or investment strategies referenced in our blogs/podcasts) or any other investment and/or non-investment-related content or services will be profitable, equal any historical performance level(s), be suitable or appropriate for a reader/listener’s individual situation, or prove successful. Moreover, no portion of the blog/podcast content should be construed as a substitute for individual advice or services from the financial professional(s) of a reader/listener’s choosing, including Stokes Family, LLC, a registered investment adviser with the SEC, with which the blogger/podcasters are affiliated.