2025 market growth: Betting against the US is a 'fool's game'

The AI trade has contributed to massive gains for investors in 2025, mainly in part to the growth of Magnificent Seven tech leaders. Annandale Capital founder and chairman George Seay — alongside CFRA Research's Sam Stovall — discusses what Wall Street should make of these gains and how much more the market has to give, referencing earnings growth and short seller sentiments. Also catch Sam Stovall and George Seay's comments on Santa Claus rally optimism, their outlook on small-cap stocks in 2026, and whether the market is in an AI bubble. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Opening Bid.