What stories are going to drive the economy and the market this year? Malcolm Ethridge and Ricky Mulvey discuss: - De-dollarization: Why central banks are buying gold and what it means for the U.S. dollar's reserve currency status. - AI profitability: Do AI projects need to start generating cash in 2026? - A Recession-proof investing myth: Why alcohol stocks aren't the defensive play they used to be. - Bitcoin and HODL (Hold On for Dear Life): Does BTC deserve "hold forever" asset status? - Economic observations from Australia: What Ricky’s trip Down Under revealed about global economy Question/comment on the show? Email us at thistimepod at gmail dot com. Please contact [email protected] if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Hosts: Ricky Mulvey, Malcolm Ethridge Engineer: Tim Sparks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices