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Robert Brokamp and Amanda Kish discussed protecting income and wealth on the Motley Fool Hidden Gems Investing podcast. The conversation is available in full on The Motley Fool's podcast center.

Some investors have expressed concerns about the current market. Peter Schiff, an economist and investor, warned in April 2026 that the US market may be setting itself up for a painful reckoning due to major risks such as high valuations, inflation, and growing debt.

Despite these warnings, US stocks have continued to climb. Schiff noted that many investors do not understand market fundamentals but still buy stocks.

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