In this episode, hosts Luke and Ronni explore how traders can leverage free AI tools like Claude and Perplexity to gain institutional-grade capabilities without the hefty price tag. They demonstrate how Perplexity excels at market data and research, while Claude specialises in reasoning and portfolio analysis. We share practical examples of creating watchlists, optimising portfolios, and managing risk using these platforms. They highlight Deloitte research showing AI-powered risk assessment has ...
Jun 05, 2025•46 min
In this episode the Talking Shop crew discuss The Psychology of Stop Losses and Why Successful Traders Use Them and Others Don't. Luke Moore and Ronni Agnig demonstrate how proper stop-loss implementation can significantly reduce trading losses, improve risk management, and help retail traders develop emotional discipline - ultimately leading to more consistent profitability. Key Timestamps: 00:00:00 Introduction to Stop Losses 00:02:12 What is a Stop Loss Mechanically? 00:03:31 Understanding Ma...
May 22, 2025•13 hr 30 min
In this candid episode, the Talking Shop crew discuss the market volatility of April 2025 following President Trump's tariff announcements. They share their personal trading experiences during a "therapy session" for traders facing unprecedented market swings. Key Timestamps: 00:27:07: Introduction to the "Talking Shop Therapy Session" 02:10:03: Initial tariff announcement and market reaction 08:19:20: Sunday night market crash 12:59:04: Margin increases and risk management 19:41:21: Pete's "Dis...
Apr 30, 2025•46 min
Hosts Luke Moore, Sean Power, and Pete Ward break down the five most common mistakes retail traders make and share practical solutions to avoid them. Drawing from their extensive experience, they discuss poor risk management, overtrading, emotional biases, lack of trading plans, and unrealistic expectations. Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and overview 01:42 - Why traders make mistakes and how awareness helps 03:52 - Mistake #1: Poor risk management and position sizing 07:27 - Research on percen...
Apr 02, 2025•45 min
In this episode the boys discuss the challenging strategy of buying market dips. They share personal trading experiences, break down mathematical models from JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs, and explore key indicators for identifying market bottoms. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 02:06 Definition of "buying the dip" and challenges of timing market bottoms 04:52 Personal trading experiences with buying dips (Novo Nordisk, Carnival, Rolls-Royce) 09:11 Discussion on patience and conviction needed during...
Mar 19, 2025•47 min
Luke Moore and Peter Ward are joined by special guest Axel Rudolph, IG's Senior Technical Analyst and former chair of the Society of Technical Analysts. They dive deep into what may be the most overlooked yet critical aspect of successful trading: position sizing. Discover why even experienced traders can blow up their accounts, how to adapt your strategy during volatile markets, and practical approaches to risk management that could increase your staying power. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:37 Core...
Mar 05, 2025•46 min
In this episode Luke, Pete, and Ronni share essential insights into creating and maintaining an effective trading plan. They discuss why having a systematic approach is crucial for trading success and how to avoid common pitfalls. Key Timestamps: 00:00 - Opening 01:37 - Introduction on trading plans and acting with intent 08:01 - Discussion on finding balance between research and taking action 12:01 - Key insights about probability and risk management 17:32 - Deep dive into trading journals 25:0...
Feb 21, 2025•49 min
In this episode of Talking Shop with IG, hosts Luke, Sean, and guest Ronni dive deep into the psychological aspects of trading, focusing on three major cognitive biases that can make or break a trader's success. Key Timestamps: 00:02:19 - Introduction to trading biases and their impact 00:03:17 - How traders often enter markets with inherent biases 00:04:00 - Introduction to three main types of bias: confirmation bias, gambler's fallacy, and loss aversion 00:11:14 - Real-world example of confirm...
Feb 06, 2025•51 min
In this eye-opening episode of Talking Shop, Luke, Pete, and Sean dive deep into trade analysis and the mathematics and psychology of successful trading. With over 45 years of combined trading experience, the hosts break down essential concepts like risk management, win ratios, and position sizing. Learn why even legendary traders like Ray Dalio and Stanley Druckenmiller don't win as many trades as you think. Key Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Introduction and welcome to the new season 00:02:03 - Introd...
Jan 24, 2025•47 min
The boys return for a new special, joined by Joe Little, HSBC Asset Management chief investment strategist, as they look ahead to what investors can expect from 2025, the markets to watch and the moments that matter.
Jan 06, 2025•37 min
It has been a year of volatility with elections, interest rates, AI, geo-politics to name just a few headliners – but what will 2025 offer? IG’s star analysts Chris Beauchamp, Axel Rudolph, Angeline Ong and Rich McDonald sit down to look at the details
Dec 19, 2024•36 min
The Talking Shop team return to close the year with a preview special. Joined by Trade Live with IG’s Rich McDonald, the guys look at what banks predicted for 2024, how close they came to being correct and importantly what they expect to happen in 2025 through stocks, markets, indices, FX and commodities.
Dec 18, 2024•53 min
Where will NVIDIA end the year?
Dec 17, 2024•2 min
The deadly duo return to look back on an action-packed 2024 which has featured heavily interest rates, Donald Trump, NVIDIA, Bitcoin and much more…
Dec 16, 2024•27 min
A busy week comes ahead of the Christmas wind-down and we have news on Bitcoin, The Fed, Bank of England, the Post Office, Broadcom and much more…
Dec 16, 2024•5 min
A busy went to the week on Pre-Market Pulse as we look at areas to watch this Friday, with UK inflation, European interest rates and US jobs data at the forefront.
Dec 13, 2024•3 min
News, views and market news from around the world including US inflation, gold and oil moves and Adobe headlining earnings
Dec 11, 2024•3 min
The tech sector was in the headlines again - this time with NVIDIA shares on the retreat as China made their move. We have all that and more in today's news wrap.
Dec 10, 2024•3 min
Have you wondered how to make the first steps into investing? What are the biggest misktakes new investors make? Chris Beauchamp is joined by IG and investing newbie Queen Lampo to guide you through the pitfalls.
Dec 09, 2024•30 min
We have all the news, views and market moves ahead of a big week leading into Christmas.
Dec 09, 2024•5 min
The week closes with arguably the most important data point – Non-Farm Payrolls. Will the US economy come up good as the effect of Donald Trump returning to office takes shape?
Dec 06, 2024•3 min
It has been another wild week for markets with politics taking centre stage – but now Crypto is on the scene too.
Dec 05, 2024•3 min
The Talking Shop team are back with a Santa Rally special – what is it? How does it work? Which markets could move?
Dec 04, 2024•46 min
Investing with Beauchamp and Bright is back – sort of. As Aaron Bright galivants around South America on holiday, Chris Beauchamp is joined by Trade Live with IG’s very own Rich McDonald who tells his story of first getting into the world of investing and lessons he has learned.
Dec 02, 2024•41 min
It was a busy start to the week, particularly in the US, but will Europe take centre stage today?
Nov 26, 2024•4 min
Storm Bert has left Chris Beauchamp stranded at home so a first remote podcast features all things dividends, a tricky quiz and best and worst investing memories
Nov 25, 2024•30 min
Will Bitcoin his $100k today?
Nov 25, 2024•4 min
The week is not over yet as we scour the Friday markets after what has been a crazy week in the markets around the world.
Nov 22, 2024•3 min
A busy evening of earnings in the US, with NVIDIA the headline act. But what happened and why?
Nov 21, 2024•4 min
No doubt NVDIA takes the headlines today – but we also have news on Ukraine – Russia tension, UK CPI and other US earnings
Nov 20, 2024•3 min
