Curia Investment Show

In this episode of the Curia Investment Show, James Early is joined by Emmet Savage, founder of MyWallSt, for a wide‑ranging conversation on how investing is evolving. They discuss Berkshire Hathaway’s transition beyond Warren Buffett, the growing role of CEO identity and tribalism in markets, and how investor behavior is increasingly shaped by belief, narrative, and leadership—not just fundamentals.The episode also explores the widening valuation gap between AI‑adjacent “halo” stocks and SaaS, the psychology behind long‑term shareholder loyalty, and how investors can think clearly amid changing market dynamics. The discussion closes with stock ideas and reflections on discipline, patience, and capital allocation in a more narrative‑driven market environment.

In this episode of the Curia Investment Show, James Early and Owen Tracy examine why stock markets continue to climb despite rising oil prices and ongoing tensions with Iran. They discuss how U.S. energy independence, AI‑driven earnings growth, and investor conditioning to “buy the dip” are muting geopolitical risk. The conversation explores software stocks and large corporate buybacks as signals of a potential bottom, while also assessing global energy vulnerabilities, particularly in Asia.The hosts then turn to Apple’s leadership transition as Tim Cook prepares to step aside, debating whether Apple’s cautious approach to AI could ultimately prove advantageous. The episode closes with a deep dive into Kevin Warsh’s Federal Reserve nomination, weighing concerns about Fed transparency, balance sheet policy, and moral hazard, before wrapping up with stock ideas including Amazon, Roper Technologies, and a broader discussion on Bitcoin as a signal of rising liquidity.

James Early and Owen Tracy break down the S&P 500’s push to new highs, driven largely by a resurgence in major tech stocks and renewed confidence in artificial intelligence. They debate whether the rally is justified amid geopolitical tensions, elevated valuations, and mixed signals from energy markets, while arguing that easing risk premiums and strong earnings momentum support the breakout. The discussion also covers bank earnings, private credit fears, and what falling oil prices mean for inflation and the Fed. Rounding out the episode, the hosts examine speculative excess through Allbirds’ surprising pivot to AI and share stock ideas, including Microsoft and a relative‑value trade between Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly.

In this episode of the Curia Investment Show, we break down a market at a critical inflection point. With elevated uncertainty and major indices testing key technical levels, we discuss why the “buy the dip” instinct is starting to re-emerge.We explore the growing role of AI — from its impact on software and infrastructure to its influence on geopolitics and even modern warfare. The conversation also covers how massive investment in AI infrastructure is creating opportunities in unexpected areas, particularly in domestic industrials.Finally, we touch on key macro drivers including the yield curve, bank profitability, and shifting market psychology in an environment where narratives and uncertainty are increasingly moving prices.

In this episode of the Curia Investment Show, we break down the intersection of geopolitics, energy markets, and the global economy — and what it means for investors.With rising tensions in the Middle East, we discuss the risk of oil supply disruptions and the potential for significantly higher energy prices. More importantly, we explore the second-order effects — from supply chain pressure to stress in emerging markets — that may not yet be fully priced in.Despite these risks, markets remain resilient. Bond yields are rising, not falling, suggesting investors are still focused on inflation, deficits, and economic strength rather than traditional “flight to safety” dynamics.We also examine the evolving impact of AI on markets — including pressure on software and private credit, alongside continued heavy investment in AI infrastructure.Finally, we highlight key areas of opportunity and risk, including energy, commodities, emerging markets, and AI-related industrial plays.In uncertain markets, the key question isn’t just what happens next — but how much is already priced in.

In this episode of the Curia Investment Show, we unpack the latest developments in artificial intelligence investing following Nvidia’s blockbuster earnings report. Despite extraordinary revenue and profit growth, Nvidia’s stock has pulled back — raising an important question: is the market signaling that peak growth may already be priced in?We also explore the broader AI investment landscape, including where the real opportunities may lie within AI infrastructure. From chips and memory to vertically integrated software platforms, we discuss how capital is rotating within the sector and why some beaten-down software companies may present compelling opportunities.Finally, we examine the psychology behind today’s volatile market environment and what investors should focus on when narratives shift quickly. As always, we close with a look at several stocks currently on our radar and the themes shaping capital flows in the AI era.

Are dividend stocks quietly staging a comeback?In this episode, we examine the recent rotation out of high-flying AI names and into dividend-paying equities after years of underperformance. What’s driving the shift — deflation expectations, volatility, or simple factor rotation? And does it signal something bigger beneath the surface of the market?We also explore the competitive landscape in artificial intelligence, including the evolving role of Chinese AI and what it could mean for U.S. technology leadership. Finally, we break down the recent rise in market volatility, what the VIX is actually telling investors, and how to interpret today’s cross-currents across sectors.As always, we close with a look at specific stocks on our radar and the themes shaping capital flows right now.

In this episode of the Curia Investment Show, we explore whether the global liquidity cycle may be entering a new phase.Kevin Warsh signals interest in greater separation between the Federal Reserve and the Treasury — raising deeper questions about debt monetization, balance sheet reduction, and how much room policymakers really have to withdraw liquidity without destabilizing markets. We examine what that could mean for asset prices, the dollar, and financialization more broadly.We also look abroad, where Japan appears to be leaning back into Abenomics-style coordination between fiscal and monetary policy. Is the U.S. quietly moving in a similar direction — and if so, what are the currency implications?Finally, we discuss gold’s volatility, defensive rotation in equities, and what capital flows may be telling us about investor positioning beneath the surface.

In this episode of The Curia Investment Show, James Early is joined by Eoin Treacy of Fuller Treacy Money and Curia analyst Xiaoping Huang to break down Donald Trump’s potential pick of Kevin Warsh as the next Fed chair — and why markets are uneasy about it.The discussion covers Fed credibility, bond market reactions, balance-sheet policy, and whether Warsh is likely to act as a principled hawk or a political operator. The panel then turns to gold, analyzing whether the recent plunge and rebound represents a buying opportunity or a volatile pause after a historic run.Finally, the team examines the selloff in software stocks after AI erased hundreds of billions in market cap. Is AI genuinely disrupting SaaS, or is the market extrapolating too far, too fast?The episode closes with three stock ideas spanning AI infrastructure, defensive consumer names, and resilient software — offering practical perspective in an uncertain market.