AI, the Magnificent 7, Tariffs and Looking Ahead to 2026

About this episode

Peter and Jeff discuss the significant events of 2025, including tariffs, Nvidia's market cap, and the future of AI.

From the imposition of sweeping tariffs to Nvidia becoming the first $4 trillion — and later $5 trillion — market cap company, 2025 was an eventful year with much to take in. In this episode, Peter and Jeff discuss the Magnificent 7’s recent performance, the future of AI, where interest rates might be headed and more. Plus, each provides a tip of the month to help support your well-being in the year ahead.

People in this episode

Hosts: Peter Mallouk, Jeff Stolper

Topics covered

• AI
• tariffs
• market performance
• interest rates
• well-being

Keywords

• AI
• Nvidia
• Magnificent 7
• tariffs
• interest rates
• 2026
• well-being

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Nvidia

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