
Value Investing with Sven Carlin, Ph.D.|20. Juli
Did the Market Bubble Peak Two Weeks Ago?
Summary: Did the AI Bubble Peak?
- Market Context: The market has declined over the past few weeks, raising the question of whether the AI bubble has peaked, especially with SpaceX dropping below its IPO price.
- Market Drivers:
- Passive Flows: Passive investments (e.g., ETFs) drive the market regardless of fundamentals; each dollar invested lifts market cap by about $5.
- Buybacks: Companies repurchase shares without regard to price—net $750 billion annually.
- Foreign Inflows: Nearly $1 trillion flowed into U.S. equities over the past 12 months.
- Risks: A reversal in flows (e.g., recession or panic) could trigger a severe crash. Expectations are extreme: the S&P 500 is the second most expensive market in history.
- Conclusion: It's uncertain if the bubble has peaked. Key is personal risk management: don't invest money you can't afford to lose. Bonds yielding 5–6% offer a safe alternative.






