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Narratives drive markets. Why Am I Reading This Now? is a markets and investing show with Ben Hunt that uses Perscient’s unique narrative data to measure the stories shaping investor attention and explain what they mean for investors. Each episode explores which narratives are gaining traction, why they are emerging now, and how they may influence markets, policy, risk-taking, and investor behavior.
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English
United States
2 episodes
since July 31, 2026
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