CNBC Expert Sounds Alarm: Stock Market Hit by Wave of Reckless Speculation

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Publiation data: 17.04.2026 09:00
CNBC Expert Sounds Alarm: Stock Market Hit by Wave of Reckless Speculation

After the recent market surge, investors have flocked to risky startups, forgetting common sense and putting their investments in serious jeopardy.

The recent tumultuous rally in the market has triggered a wave of reckless investments. Investors, blinded by rapid growth, are actively pouring money into high-risk and often unprofitable startups operating in promising yet currently unstable fields such as nuclear energy, quantum computing, and space exploration.

Expert Warning

The CNBC host expressed concern that market participants "have lost all discipline and become overconfident." Instead of chasing illusory profits from small companies with unclear business models, he strongly recommends focusing on market giants with proven profitability. Among these reliable players, he highlighted Constellation Energy, GE Vernova, IBM, and Honeywell.

Allbirds Scandal

The story of shoe manufacturer Allbirds is particularly illustrative, as the company suddenly announced a radical shift in its focus towards infrastructure for artificial intelligence. This shocking news caused the company's stock to soar an incredible 582%, peaking at $16.99 per share.

However, the euphoria was short-lived: shortly after the dizzying rise, the stock plummeted 36% to $10.91, vividly demonstrating the risks of such speculation. This episode serves as a stark reminder of how quickly a castle built on hype can collapse.

Wise Investments in AI

If the desire to invest in the rapidly growing artificial intelligence sector is strong, the expert advises choosing established and reliable semiconductor manufacturers. Among the favorites, he mentioned giants such as Nvidia, Taiwan Semiconductor, and Intel.

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