"It's just not that easy to make money in the markets; it requires discipline."

These words resonate with self-directed investors who often find themselves underperforming the indices.

The new Steady Wealth Podcast website, available at www.steadywealthpodcast.com, delves into the heart of this issue (and others)

In the latest episode of The Steady Wealth Podcast, host Serge Berger delves into the current state of equities and whether we've hit the market's peak.

Last week saw a flurry of activity with earnings reports flooding in, including from tech giants like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Meta.

The Fed's stance and mixed economic data added to the uncertainty.

Serge analyzes the market's behavior, pointing out the dominance of a few key stocks driving indices higher.

He discusses the potential challenges ahead, including the significance of the S&P 500 hitting the 5,000 mark and the historically weak seasonality of February.

With insights on bond yields, dollar strength, and sector performance, Serge offers a nuanced view on navigating the current market landscape and emphasizes the importance of risk management in uncertain times.

Tune in for a comprehensive analysis and actionable strategies in this thought-provoking episode.