This episode examines a surprisingly rough November — a month that historically ranks as one of the strongest for equities, yet in 2025 sits among the worst in over two decades. Charles Brown walks through the drivers behind the downturn, including valuation pushback in AI, defensive rotations, and rapidly shifting expectations for the Federal Reserve’s December meeting.

We explore how the Fed’s divided outlook on rate cuts is impacting volatility, why AI leaders like Nvidia and Palantir are under pressure despite strong earnings, and how these trends are shaping the CG, DS, and GI portfolios. More importantly, Charles looks ahead to how the AI cycle, capital expenditures, and potential 2026 rate cuts could set the stage for the next leg of growth.

Clear analysis, context, and a measured approach guide this episode as we prepare for December’s key decisions and position for 2026.

November is acting more like October this year—volatile, unpredictable, and full of tension. In this episode of the CB3 Financial Weekly Podcast, we break down the recent market turbulence, the sharp pullback in tech stocks, and the fragile balance between optimism and fear. Will this month’s weakness give way to a year-end rally, or are we headed for a deeper correction?

Host Charles Brown explores:

• The tech-heavy NASDAQ’s worst week since April

• How the ongoing government shutdown is impacting markets and the airline industry

• Why valuations remain stretched and risk remains high

• What could trigger a rebound as the holidays approach

Stay informed, stay invested, and join us Thursday night for CB3 Live, where we dig deeper into which sectors are cracking—and which could lead the next rally.

In this week’s episode of the CB3 Financial Weekly Podcast, we unpack the October market landscape — where early-month momentum gives way to fatigue, and investors seek refuge in safe havens. Despite worries about the U.S. government shutdown, small-cap bank credit stress, and delayed economic data, the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq all managed to close the week in the green. Join us as we explore why resilience still defines Wall Street’s mood and what to watch ahead of Friday’s delayed CPI report.