The AI "Mania" Is More Extreme Than 1999

Checkout David's Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1997701774?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Checkout Rosenberg Research: https://www.rosenbergresearch.com Subscribe to our Substack: http://riskreversal.substack.com On the RiskReversal Podcast, Dan Nathan interviews David Rosenberg (aka Rosie) about the CPI report, Fed policy, and what Rosenberg views as an AI-driven market “mania” and one-trick-pony economy. Rosenberg says the latest core CPI print is disappointing but argues inflation is being driven largely by energy-related supply shocks, with weakening real wages, slowing real spending, cracking housing, stable money growth, and range-bound inflation expectations. He warns the Fed’s hawkish pivot risks a consumer-led recession, and highlights extreme market concentration, deteriorating breadth, negative equity risk premium, and heavy household equity exposure as signs of fragility reminiscent of 1999. The conversation also covers AI capex crowding out broader investment, cracks in credit-sensitive sectors, and Rosenberg’s new book, Bear in the Bull Ring, whose proceeds he donates to charity. Timecodes 0:00 - Intro 4:05 - Inflation 20:05 - Growth 36:40 - Breadth & Concentration 51:40 - Stagflation 57:30 - Dot-com Flashbacks 1:06:50 - How It Ends 1:09:45 - Bear In The Bull Ring — FOLLOW US Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riskreversalmedia/ Twitter: https://x.com/riskreversal LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/riskreversalmedia #investing #stocks #stockmarket The financial opinions expressed in Risk Reversal content are for information purposes only. The opinions expressed by the hosts and participants are not an attempt to influence specific trading behavior, investments, or strategies. Past performance does not necessarily predict future outcomes. No specific results or profits are assured when relying on Risk Reversal. Before making any investment or trade, evaluate its suitability for your circumstances and consider consulting your own financial or investment advisor. The financial products discussed in Risk Reversal carry a high level of risk and may not be appropriate for many investors. If you have uncertainties, it's advisable to seek professional advice. Remember that trading involves a risk to your capital, so only invest money that you can afford to lose. Derivatives are not suitable for all investors and involve the risk of losing more than the amount originally deposited and any profit you might have made. This communication is not a recommendation or offer to buy, sell or retain any specific investment or service.