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Despite some hesitations, the speaker reveals a diversified approach, particularly emphasizing position in energy stocks. Companies like VST and NRG are part of their portfolio, benefiting from Federal Reserve policies and a macroeconomic environment that favors certain sectors. He underscores that the current year has been surprisingly good for stocks, especially given the tight credit spreads and low macroeconomic risk signals often associated with such valuations.
However, there's an underlying concern about overexposure and the sustainability of current valuations. The market’s resilience is partly attributed to easing monetary policies—"the punchbowl"—which remain in place yet could be withdrawn unexpectedly, potentially introducing volatility.