Nov 15, 2026 · 8 min listen · Last updated November 15, 2026
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+185.73% - How My Fortress Moat Beat the S&P 500
On January 2, 2020, I put 150,000 into the ten companies of my Fortress portfolio. At the close on Friday, the ledger read $428,599. That’s 185.7%, or 16.5% a year, dividends counted. The S&P 500 fund $SPY, dividends reinvested, did 155.4% over the same stretch. I’m 30.3 points ahead. Before you get excited, split that number in two. The sizing rule I run made 153.6% by itself, 1.8 points behind the index. The other $48,211 came from a handful of calls I made on top of it. I’ll show you both, because they are not the same kind of money.
How Nvidia turmoil and a Democratic Congress could reshape the AI trade, according to ETF experts
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The Fed’s battle against inflation risks turning into a forever war—and may last as long as Operation Iraqi Freedom while Iran ‘status quo’ drags on
In a few months, the Federal Reserve will be able to count six years that inflation has been above its 2% target, and central bankers’ own forecasts put “mission accomplished” sometime in 2029. That means the Fed could fall short on the price-stability portion of its dual mandate for eight straight years—or as long as Operation Iraqi Freedom lasted. Despite the obvious differences with the bloody Iraq war, the Fed’s inflation fight is also driven by events in the Middle East, this time in Iran.
Major Resistance Reached: Nvidia Earnings vs. Rate Hikes
Both the SPX and the NDX posted its first winning week after four weeks of losses gaining 2.5% and 3.5% respectively, in my daily note on Wednesday I highlighted the resistance zone that could reject the bounce, and that is what happened. Looking at my anticipated bullish setups for the week, AMD exceeded its weekly level of 567.7 rallying 26% versus previous Friday, SPCX reached its bullish target of 144.5 for a 7.7% move, GOOG made it to 294.9 for a 3.9% gain, and SMH hit 515.9 for an 11.2% run.
Crypto’s Slow-Motion Selloff Leaves Traders Weary and Hopeless
Hey, so Bitcoin's been in a bit of a funk, huh? Prices are really pushing towards the year's low, and honestly, it's starting to wear on even the most dedicated folks out there. Demand's been shaky, and it feels like a bit of a slow-motion tumble.
It's not just one thing, either. We've seen a bunch of little setbacks pile up, and it's creating this general feeling of weariness. People who usually have a lot of conviction are starting to feel a bit hopeless, which is a tough spot to be in.
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GTA VI is set to launch on November 19, and it's already generating massive buzz with preorders hitting around $180 million in just the first week. This could potentially break the record set by GTA V, which raked in $1 billion in its first three days back in 2013. Take-Two Interactive is forecasting sales of 32.3 million copies in the launch quarter, which would drive their net bookings to about $3.5 billion.
Interestingly, nearly 90% of preorders are for the Ultimate Edition, suggesting that dedicated fans are ready to splurge. The online mode, expected to roll out in 2027, could further boost revenue, similar to how GTA Online has kept the cash flowing for Take-Two. With a hefty development cost estimated between $1 billion and $1.5 billion, GTA VI is a monumental investment, but it’s one that could reshape the gaming landscape and attract new players.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.
Trump's recent comments about Saudi Arabia being "disintegrating" highlight the kingdom's vulnerabilities amid ongoing missile and drone strikes from Yemen’s Houthis. In an interview, he claimed he could incapacitate Iran in just three days, but noted that Saudi Arabia and its Gulf neighbors prefer a more cautious approach due to their own weaknesses.
He emphasized that the Gulf states, including Saudi Arabia, have invested trillions in the US and rely on American support for security. Despite the turmoil, the US continues to strengthen ties, recently approving a significant arms deal with Saudi Arabia. While analysts share concerns about the Gulf's stability, Trump's administration maintains a strategy focused on economic pressure rather than direct military action against Iran.
For listeners who want low-fee crypto exposure, our markets partner Kraken supports Bitcoin — link in show notes.
Malfoid? Why Does This Harry Potter Fan Fiction Character Drive Leftists Insane?
Who could have guessed a decade ago that Harry Potter, of all things, would become a central battleground for the cultural zeitgeist? The political left's obsession with the franchise is complicated, but it largely stems from writer J.K. Rowling's "betrayal" of the progressive cult when she criticized the idea of transgender women (men pretending to be women). Rowling probably never expected that her devout following of liberal fans would one day turn out to be her worst nightmare and the source of numerous death threats.
Authored by J.B. Shurk via American Thinker, The wars to come will ultimately pit freedom-loving peoples of many nations against the architecture of the State - composed of the bureaucratic Leviathans at the national and international level, taxpayer-funded news organizations, and the broad spectrum of so-called "non-governmental organizations" whose budgets and personnel nonetheless come directly from government agencies (including foreign and domestic covert intelligence services).
📊 BTC SPECIAL UPDATE — WHAT REALLY DROVE THE SELL-OFF ?
Bitcoin dropped significantly, and there’s a lot of chatter about why that happened. Major exchanges like Binance and Coinbase are in the spotlight, but it’s important to sift through the noise and focus on the data. Early signs of relief are emerging, but they’re not definitive yet. The key is to wait for price action to confirm any trends.
What really matters is understanding the market structure and the evidence behind these moves. Accusations without data don’t help anyone. So, keep an eye on the actual market signals as they develop.
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