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A recurring theme is the obsession with identifying market peaks. Some analysts have pointed to the data center sector, with rumors like Meta (formerly Facebook) contracting a significant $20 billion cloud computing deal with Oracle, as signs of a potential top. Yet, the speaker argues that these "signals" haven't played out as warnings. Each time there's speculation or good news, the market responds with fresh highs, defying expectations of a downturn.
This pattern suggests that investors and analysts are often prematurely convinced they've spotted the top, only for the market to keep climbing. The speaker suggests that many people double down on negativity even when evidence contradicts their bearish outlook, which may contribute to a disconnect between sentiment and market reality.