Welcome back to Carson’s Take Five with Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, and Sonu Varghese, VP, Global Macro Strategist. This week, the duo explores one of the most debated questions in markets today: Is artificial intelligence in a bubble? While headlines are filled with speculation, the duo breaks down what’s really happening beneath the surface—from massive corporate investment and accelerating tech earnings to the ripple effects AI spending is having on GDP growth. They discuss what investors should (and shouldn’t) worry about, how today’s dynamics differ from the late ’90s tech boom, and why diversification still matters even when the AI wave feels unstoppable.
Key Takeaways
- The so-called “AI bubble” might be overstated; there’s real investment driving real growth.
- Business spending on AI-related hardware and software has surged in 2025, directly boosting GDP.
- Tech sector earnings continue to outpace expectations, with companies like NVIDIA setting the tone.
- Even with some frothy valuations, large-cap tech remains a key portfolio component.
- Market volatility is inevitable, but corrections could create opportunity rather than panic.
- Diversification remains crucial: balanced exposure to tech, treasuries, gold, and managed futures can help cushion risks.
- The real question isn’t whether AI is in a bubble. It’s how investors can position themselves responsibly for long-term innovation trends.
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