Markets have been navigating a mix of geopolitical tensions and uneven economic data lately, giving investors plenty to watch.
Most of the attention is fixed on the Middle East, where shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively shut down. That’s impacting oil prices, of course. But the longer it persists, the more it will weigh on economic growth.
At the same time, new economic data has raised questions about the strength of U.S. growth and consumer spending.
So, in this week’s Market Buzz, we discussed the latest revision to U.S. GDP, how the situation in the Strait of Hormuz is evolving and the recent slowdown in consumer spending – and why seasonal factors, like winter weather, may be playing a role.
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While the market continues to react to the latest economic data and geopolitical developments, it’s important that we don’t take our eye off of what will be the key driver of economic growth and stock prices.
I’m talking, of course, about the AI boom.
But here’s the thing. That boom may be approaching a critical turning point…
In fact, my colleague Eric Fry believes this turning point is something that investors can’t afford to ignore.
According to Eric’s analysis, the massive AI buildout is running into limits in areas like energy supply, raw materials and computing infrastructure that could reshape where the biggest profits in AI will be made going forward.
For unprepared investors, that could spell trouble. But for those who are, it could open the door to an entirely new wave of opportunities.
That’s why he’s hosting a special online event called FutureProof 2026, where he’ll explain why he believes a major shift in the market could begin as soon as this spring – and which companies could benefit as the next phase of the AI buildout unfolds.
The event will take place on Wednesday, March 18, at 1:00 p.m. Eastern.
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I was born on 6 August 1956 in San Francisco, California to Janet and (the late) Richard Hovis.
I grew up in Santa Monica, California where I attended elementary, junior high school, and high school (graduating in 1974), in addition to involvement in sports and recreation (Little League +, the Boy’s Club ++). Further, it was in elementary school – St. Augustine’s By-the -Sea Parish School that I found, and made the choice to truly journey with God.
I attended Arizona State University from 1974 to 1977 – seeking to become an architect, however, I was not accepted, and, as such, I graduated with a Liberal Arts degree.
Upon graduation from Arizona State University, I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and studied City and Regional Planning at the Master’s level. I successfully completed one (1) year in a two (2) year program – I did not complete the Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning – due to personal reasons.
I returned to Santa Monica where I started (October 1979) my career as graphic designer with Exxon Company, USA. I spent five years with Exxon Company, USA.
While working with Exxon Company, USA I was accepted into architectural school – Sci-Arc in Southern California, however, I did not attend preferring to stay with Exxon..
In 1982 I married Laura Flosi and in April 1983 we had our one and only child – Lauren Alain Hovis – a gift from God.
We moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1984 from Los Angeles, where I went to work as a graphic designer with Kitchell CEM (from 1985 -1987).
From 1987 – 1995 I was an independent contractor, and a registered representative in mortgage finance, financial management, graphic design, and drafting.
Further, I attended the University of Phoenix and successfully obtained a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in 1982.
I was also a member of the Scottsdale Jaycees, where I became very involved in community events and projects.
In 1994, I accepted a cartography position with the Defense Mapping Agency in Reston, Virginia. As such, I relocated from Phoenix to Reston.
In 1998, I was accepted and worked as a Visual Information Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. In 2002, I worked as a Support Officer until my retirement (due to a need for shoulder surgery) in September 2018.
Away from my Federal Government service, I have been involved in various organizations and activities in Northern Virginia.
In November of 2011, I married Rebecca Ouellette in Santa Monica, California. I reside in San Tan Valley, AZ with my two hamster - Jess and Timothy, our fish, our lizard - RJ Lizard., and our cats - Pearl and Grey.
As to hobbies, I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, mentoring individuals from financial management to hamsters, building models, photography, travel, multimedia design, managing partner for RJ Hamster, and jazz – smooth jazz to a samba or a bossa nova.
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