Thursday - February 13, 2025

Analyzing Market Movements and Inflation Impact In this episode of Dividend Cafe, Brian Szytel from West Palm Beach, Florida, discusses the market's performance on February 13th, highlighting a positive day for stocks and a significant drop in bond yields. The conversation focuses on recent inflation data, specifically the producer price index (PPI) and its effect on market behavior. Brian emphasizes the importance of observing longer-term fundamentals rather than reacting to short-term market fluctuations. He also shares his thoughts on gold as an investment, pointing out its unpredictability and lack of cash flow production. He concludes by encouraging a long-term view and inviting audience engagement with questions. 00:00 Introduction and Market Overview 00:45 Inflation and Interest Rates Analysis 02:07 Long-Term Investment Strategy 03:09 Gold Investment Insights 04:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Links mentioned in this episode: DividendCafe.com TheBahnsenGroup.com