Veteran Wall Street strategist Tom Lee joins Wealthion’s Maggie Lake to explain why he believes investors may be too pessimistic about inflation, the U.S. economy, artificial intelligence and crypto. Lee argues that inflation may be closer to the Federal Reserve’s target than headline data suggests, while credit markets continue to signal that the U.S. economy remains on solid footing. He also explains why AI could become a powerful new driver of economic growth — creating opportunities across NVIDIA, semiconductors, software, financials, small caps, energy and other areas positioned to benefit from the AI buildout. Tom also makes the case for a major transformation in financial services as Wall Street increasingly embraces blockchain, tokenized securities and stablecoins. He explains why he remains bullish on Ethereum, Bitcoin and the broader crypto market, and why he believes crypto could be entering a “really bullish period” over the next 12 months. Plus, Lee explains why investors may be making a mistake by focusing only on the risks surrounding new technology — and asks a provocative question for anyone still sitting on the sidelines: Do you want to be right, or do you want to make money? Watch the full conversation for Tom Lee’s latest outlook on the stock market, inflation, Federal Reserve policy, AI stocks, Bitcoin, Ethereum, crypto, blockchain and the U.S. economy. 💡 Tom Lee explains why inflation fears may be overstated, why AI could drive the next wave of economic growth, and why Wall Street’s embrace of blockchain and crypto could create major new opportunities for investors. Sign up for a free portfolio review with one of Wealthion’s trusted advisors to see whether your portfolio is positioned for what comes next: https://bit.ly/4yklWt6 Chapters: 00:00 Tom Lee: Inflation, AI & Crypto Outlook 00:34 Tom Lee’s 2026 Stock Market Outlook 02:35 Why a Market Correction Could Still Come 05:17 Inflation, CPI, PCE & the Federal Reserve 09:31 Is the U.S. Economy Headed for Recession? 10:33 AI, Investment & the Next U.S. Growth Cycle 13:56 Will Artificial Intelligence Destroy Jobs? 18:20 Why Most Investors Get Growth Investing Wrong 21:42 Where Tom Lee Sees the Biggest AI Opportunities 23:40 Why Wall Street Is Embracing Crypto & Ethereum 28:17 Tokenization & a Potential $20 Trillion Opportunity 32:59 Bitcoin, Crypto Winter & the Next Bull Market 35:07 Tom Lee: Should Investors Own Bitcoin & Crypto? Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wealthionofficial/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/wealthion/ #TomLee #StockMarket #Investing #MarketOutlook #Inflation #FederalReserve #InterestRates #ArtificialIntelligence #AIStocks #NVIDIA #Bitcoin #Ethereum #Crypto #Blockchain #WallStreet #USEconomy #FinancialMarkets #SmallCaps #Semiconductors #Wealthion ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests and our hosts do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion or the views of their respective employers. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields.   While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests and hosts, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion or their respective employers. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor.   We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so.   The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust.