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Jun 2026

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Investment Advisor & Portfolio Manager for the fee only, independently owned, Iron Gate Global Advisors

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June 13, 202623 min

SpaceX Goes Public: What Every Investor Needs to Know

SpaceX is finally going public, and investors can't stop talking about it. This week, the Iron Gate team breaks down the SpaceX IPO, how IPOs work, and why investor excitement can sometimes lead to costly mistakes. They discuss the psychology of FOMO, the importance of valuation, and why understanding what you own matters far more than following the crowd. The conversation also explores entrepreneurship, wealth creation, and how companies like SpaceX and Amazon create opportunities that can impact generations. If you've been wondering whether to buy the SpaceX IPO or how to navigate periods of market excitement, this episode is for you. Here's to wise investing.

May 27, 202638 min

SpaceX IPO Hype, Nvidia Earnings & The Next Market Crash

The market continues to surge as Nvidia posts massive earnings and AI optimism fuels investor excitement. This week the Iron Gate team talks about the difference between real investment opportunities and dangerous hype, including the growing buzz around the SpaceX IPO. They break down why valuation matters, how market crashes actually work, and why fear and FOMO often lead investors in the wrong direction. The conversation also explores whether today’s AI boom resembles the dot-com bubble of 1999 or something entirely different. If you want a smarter perspective on investing during uncertain times, this episode is for you. Here’s to wise investing.

May 5, 202644 min

Market Surge, Big Tech Earnings & The Truth About Diversification

Markets are surging in 2026, but the headlines don’t tell the full story. In this episode, we break down the latest market rally, analyze earnings from the world’s largest companies, and uncover what’s really driving growth in Big Tech. We also tackle one of the most debated topics in investing: diversification. Is owning hundreds of stocks actually reducing risk or just limiting returns? Drawing insights from legends like Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, we explore the difference between average investing and truly understanding what you own. Here’s to wise investing.

April 16, 202646 min

SpaceX IPO Hype Prediction Markets and the Danger of FOMO

The hype around the SpaceX IPO is building fast but does that make it a good investment? This week the Iron Gate team breaks down one of the most anticipated IPOs in history and what investors need to understand before jumping in. From valuation to timing they explain why even the best companies are not always the best investments especially at the wrong price. The conversation also dives into the rise of prediction markets and how they differ from true investing. The key takeaway avoiding FOMO and following a disciplined process is what protects and grows wealth over time. Here’s to wise investing.

April 1, 202635 min

Why Market Volatility Is Your Biggest Opportunity (Not Your Biggest Risk)

Markets are down, headlines are loud, and uncertainty feels high, but how much of it actually matters? This week, the Iron Gate team breaks down recent market volatility and why investors like Warren Buffett and Peter Lynch see moments like this as opportunity, not risk. They explain why corrections are normal, why knowing what you own is critical, and how volatility can create long-term advantages. The key takeaway: volatility isn’t something to fear, it’s something to use. Here’s to wise investing.

March 23, 202642 min

War, what is it good for? The stock market?

With the war in Iran raging on, and a private credit collapse rearing its ugly head, how much of today’s market volatility really matters? This week, the Iron Gate team breaks down what’s really driving the headlines—from global conflict to growing concerns in private credit—and what investors should pay attention to. They explore: Why events like war often create short-term noise—not long-term damage The hidden risks in private credit (illiquidity, limited transparency, and redemption restrictions) Why understanding what you own is more important than ever and the risks if you don’t. The most important part of the podcast discusses why equities are the most important asset class in the world today. Investing in stocks is ultimately investing in human ingenuity—the innovation and growth of great businesses. Here’s to wise investing.

March 5, 202641 min

4 Rules for Safer Investing

Market volatility can feel scary, but is it really risk? In this episode, the Iron Gate team explains the difference between volatility and true investment risk. They discuss why the real danger in investing is the permanent loss of capital caused by emotional decisions, not normal market swings. The team outlines four key principles they follow: invest in businesses you understand, focus on companies with durable competitive advantages, trust strong management teams, and buy at a discount to intrinsic value. They also cover liquidity risk and sequence of returns risk, especially for retirees who depend on portfolio withdrawals. With patience, discipline, and a long term mindset, investors can often turn market volatility into opportunity.

February 19, 202633 min

Understanding AI: From Energy to Applications

In this episode, the team breaks down artificial intelligence into five key layers. From energy and chip manufacturing to cloud infrastructure, AI models, and consumer-facing applications helping investors understand how the entire ecosystem works together. They explain where the real competitive advantages lie, the risks in each layer, and how to think strategically about AI exposure within an investment portfolio.

February 8, 202630 min

Why Investor Behavior Matters More Than Market Volatility

In today’s episode, we dive into the following: - The recent shift toward market fear and what it really means for investors. - Why pullbacks are a normal part of the market cycle. - The dangers of emotional decision-making. - Why the biggest risk to long-term wealth is often our own behavior. - How discipline, patience, and focusing on great businesses can help investors avoid interrupting the power of compounding. Here’s to wise investing.

January 23, 202636 min

Noise vs. Signal: What Really Moves Markets in 2026

We’re back for 2026 with a straight-up look at what really drove markets in 2025—and what actually matters now. We recap last year’s strong returns, revisit the 2022 bear market and rapid Fed hikes, and explain why that backdrop still matters today. Then we shift to our 2026 outlook, touching on AI and jobs, gold’s recent run, the gap between solid economic data and shaky investor sentiment, and what history tells us as a bull market moves past year three. Listener challenge: Send us your S&P 500 year-end 2026 prediction by February 15—the closest guess wins an Iron Gate prize. Here's to wise investing, Iron Gate Global Advisors