06/09/2026
Are We in a Market Bubble… and is that a bad thing?
AI, tech, and the markets are getting a lot of attention right now—but history shows this isn’t new.
What is a “market bubble”?
When excitement and money rush into an idea, pushing prices up quickly.
Think: Tulip Mania, the internet boom, the 2008 housing market—and today’s AI trend.
The upside of bubbles:
Bubbles can drive rapid innovation.
Years of progress can happen in a short time, leaving lasting benefits—like the infrastructure that powers the internet and energy innovation (like fracking), which have reshaped global markets.
The risk:
Bubbles don’t usually burst because of the idea… they burst because of too much debt.
Watch for:
• Heavy borrowing to invest
• Companies relying on debt to grow
• Weak market reactions to good news
How to approach it:
Stay disciplined and avoid the hype.
Keep expectations realistic.
Action Steps:
• Review your risk exposure
• Avoid margin or borrowed money
• Stay diversified
• Focus on long-term strategy
Bottom line:
Bubbles can build the future—but they can also hurt investors who chase them.
Play it smart. Stay disciplined.
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