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TraderMerlin

Merlin Rothfeldtradermerlin.libsyn.com
A live daily podcast covering nearly every aspect of the financial markets. My guests and I cover stocks, futures, forex, cryptocurrency, real estate, long term investing and much more! Join us live on youtube at 2pm daily!
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Episodes

Thursday's Great Data! – Strong Economic Reports, Tariff Talk & Bearish Flag Breakdown 03/27/25

Live at 2pm PT, today we’re diving into some surprisingly strong U.S. economic data that gave markets a boost. With GDP growth beating expectations and Pending Home Sales climbing, is this a turning point for market sentiment? On this episode of "Thursday’s Great Data!", we’ll break it all down, plus cover tariff updates, market volatility, and a deep dive into a classic technical analysis pattern. 📊 U.S. GDP & Pending Home Sales Surge – The numbers are in, and they’re looking good! We’ll e...

Mar 27, 202557 minSeason 6Ep. 1095

Wednesday Whiplash! – Markets Rattle as Tariff Fears & Global Uncertainty Take Over Again - 03/26/25

Live at 2pm PT, today’s markets were hit with a sharp reversal—uncertainty is back in the driver’s seat, and traders are making fast moves ahead of the looming April trade tariff deadline. On this episode of "Wednesday Whiplash!", we’ll break down the sudden shift in sentiment, the flight from equities, and what it means for the rest of the week. 📉 Stocks Slide as Tariff Deadline Nears – With the April U.S. trade tariff deadline approaching fast, markets are getting nervous. We’ll explore which...

Mar 26, 202549 minSeason 6Ep. 1094

Trading Q&A with Trader Merlin! – Your Questions, Answered LIVE! 03/25/25

Live at 2pm PT, it’s time to open up the mailbag! On this episode of "Trading Q&A with Trader Merlin!", we’re catching up on your emails and diving into some fantastic questions that came in over the past few weeks. From market insights to strategy tips, we’ve got it all covered. 📉 Copper Trends & Trading Setups – What’s happening with copper prices, and how can traders take advantage of the volatility? #CopperMarket #Commodities #TradingSetups 📻 SiriusXM Stock Analysis – Is this media...

Mar 25, 202553 minSeason 6Ep. 1093

Monday Liftoff! – Markets Surge on Tariff News & Risk-On Rebound! 03/24/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re kicking off the week with a massive rally in U.S. stocks, driven by a slight backpedal on tariff announcement from President Trump. The sudden shift in trade policy has sparked a Risk-On wave, pushing equities higher while Risk-Off assets like gold and bonds take a hit. We’ll also spotlight the latest developments from nuclear energy startup OKLO, and what it could mean for the clean energy sector and future energy investments. 📈 U.S. Stock Market Soars – What’s fueling th...

Mar 24, 202555 minSeason 6Ep. 1092

Trading Week Wrap Up! – Nvidia GTC Recap, Market Stagnation & Trade Results! 03/21/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re closing out the week with all the key takeaways you need to stay ahead. From the major announcements at Nvidia’s GTC conference, to a flat and indecisive market, we’ll cover the technical levels to watch and the final results of this week’s trades. 💻 Nvidia GTC Conference – Game-Changing AI Updates – We’ll break down the biggest moments from Jensen Huang’s keynote and what they mean for AI, semiconductors, and tech stocks. #NvidiaGTC #AIStocks #Semiconductors 📉 Flat Marke...

Mar 21, 202557 minSeason 6Ep. 1091

Bond Market Update with Bill Addiss! – Breaking Down the FOMC & Interest Rate Forecasts 03/20/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the fallout from yesterday’s FOMC meeting with bond market veteran Bill Addiss. With interest rate forecasts, tapering concerns, and market expectations in focus, we’ll break down what the Fed’s latest statement really means for bonds, equities, and the economy. 📉 FOMC Meeting Recap – What’s Next? – Did Powell signal rate cuts, hikes, or a prolonged pause? We’ll analyze the Fed’s latest move and how it’s impacting the markets. #FOMC #InterestRates #JeromePowell...

Mar 20, 202554 minSeason 6Ep. 1090

Latest FOMC Statement! – Powell Speaks, Market Reaction & Trump’s Big Event! 03/19/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down Jerome Powell’s latest FOMC statement and what it means for stocks, bonds, inflation, and economic growth. With unemployment, inflation, and Fed forecasts in focus, traders are bracing for what comes next. Plus, we’ll dive into the proposed credit card interest rate caps and preview President Trump’s big presentation tomorrow. 📉 Powell & The Fed – Market Impact – How will the latest Federal Reserve statement shape the markets? Will the Fed’s next move be ...

Mar 19, 202556 minSeason 6Ep. 1089

The Not-So Magnificent Seven! – Big Tech Struggles, Nvidia GTC Recap & S&P 500 in Focus 03/18/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down the lackluster performance of the Magnificent 7 stocks—are these tech giants losing steam, or is this just a temporary pullback? Plus, we’ll analyze the keynote speech from Nvidia’s Jensen Huang at the GTC conference and discuss the S&P 500’s retracement into a critical supply zone. 📉 The Magnificent 7 Losing Their Shine? – Big tech has been leading the market, but recent weakness is raising concerns—what’s driving this underperformance? #Magnificent7 #Te...

Mar 18, 202553 minSeason 6Ep. 1088

2nd Green Day in a Row! – Markets Rally Just in Time for St. Patrick’s Day! 03/17/25

Live at 2pm PT, the markets are seeing green for the second straight day—just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! But is this just a lucky bounce, or the start of a bigger breakout? Plus, we’ll break down the latest retail sales numbers and preview next week’s highly anticipated Nvidia GTC event! 📈 2nd Green Day in the Markets – Real Rally or Fakeout? – Stocks are climbing, but is this just short-term momentum, or a sign of bigger gains ahead? #StockMarket #MarketRally #Investing 🛍️ Retail Sales Re...

Mar 17, 202556 minSeason 6Ep. 1087

Trading Week Wrap Up! – Inflation, Government Shutdown & Nvidia’s Big Event! 03/14/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down this week’s biggest market movers—from the latest inflation data to the looming government shutdown—plus, a recap of my trades and what’s ahead with next week’s massive Nvidia conference. 📊 Inflation Watch – Market Reaction & What’s Next – How did this week’s inflation numbers impact stocks, bonds, and the Fed’s next move? #InflationData #StockMarket #FederalReserve 🏛️ Government Shutdown Looming – With another shutdown deadline approaching, what sectors...

Mar 14, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1086

More Market Mayhem: PPI Inflation, Gold’s Record Highs & Tariff Battles! 03/13/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the latest CPI inflation report and its impact on the markets. With the economy at a crossroads, how will investors react? Plus, we’ll analyze the EPA’s new energy policies, the antitrust case against Microsoft, and smart ways to invest for your child’s future. 📊 CPI Inflation Data – What’s Next for the Markets? – The latest inflation report is out—how does it impact interest rates, Fed policy, and your portfolio? #InflationData #CPI #StockMarket ⚡ Energy &...

Mar 14, 202554 minSeason 6Ep. 1085

Inflation Data – CPI Breakdown, Energy Shifts & Microsoft’s Legal Battle. 03/12/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the latest CPI inflation report and its impact on the markets. With the economy at a crossroads, how will investors react? Plus, we’ll analyze the EPA’s new energy policies, the antitrust case against Microsoft, and smart ways to invest for your child’s future. 📊 CPI Inflation Data – What’s Next for the Markets? – The latest inflation report is out—how does it impact interest rates, Fed policy, and your portfolio? #InflationData #CPI #StockMarket ⚡ Energy &...

Mar 12, 202551 minSeason 6Ep. 1084

Stagflation 2025?! – Is the U.S. Economy Heading for Trouble? 03/11/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the growing concern of stagflation in the U.S. economy. With inflation staying high, unemployment ticking up, and economic growth slowing, could we be headed for a 1970s-style economic nightmare in 2025? Let’s break it all down! 📊 What is Stagflation? – We’ll analyze the three key components: inflation, unemployment, and economic growth, and why economists are sounding the alarm. #Stagflation #EconomicCrisis #Inflation 💰 Is Inflation Really Under Control? – De...

Mar 11, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1083

The 4% Plunge! – Markets in Freefall, Crypto Doubts & Elon Musk Backlash 03/10/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down today’s brutal 4% market plunge that spared no sector—from crypto to tech, oil, and beyond. Fear gripped investors, leading to widespread selling pressure across the board. But was this just a shakeout, or the start of something bigger? 📉 Markets in Freefall – What’s Next? – Every major sector took a hit today—what’s behind the panic, and where do we go from here? #StockMarketCrash #MarketPlunge #Investing 🪙 Crypto Selloff & Viewer Doubts – Bitcoin and a...

Mar 10, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1082

Trading Week Wrap Up! – Market Breakdown, Jobs Report & Historic White House Crypto Summit! 03/07/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into a huge week in the markets—from the violation of key demand zones in broad indexes to the latest jobs report and the historic Cryptocurrency Summit at the White House. If you’re looking for expert analysis on what happened and what’s next, this is the show for you! 📉 Market Breakdown – Demand Zones Violated! – The markets broke through critical support levels—is this the start of a bigger decline, or will buyers step in? #StockMarket #MarketSelloff #TechnicalAn...

Mar 07, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1081

Sitting at Demand! – Markets on Edge, Costco & Broadcom Moves, & White House Crypto Summit! 03/06/25

Live at 2pm PT, the continued selling pressure has pushed most broad market indexes right into key demand zones—a make-or-break moment for traders. Will buyers step in, or are we looking at a deeper selloff? Plus, we’ll break down Costco & Broadcom's latest market moves and what to expect from the upcoming White House Crypto Summit! 📉 Markets Sitting at Demand Levels – Major indexes are at critical technical support—is this where the bounce begins, or is more downside ahead? #StockMarket #T...

Mar 06, 202558 minSeason 6Ep. 1080

Markets: Now What?! – Post-Trump Address Market Outlook & Key Sectors to Watch! 03/05/25

Live at 2pm PT, now that the highly anticipated and fear-driven Congressional address by President Trump is behind us, the big question is: Where do the markets go from here? We’ll break down the reaction and what’s next for key sectors, including Oil, Shipping, U.S. Automakers, Crypto, and more! 📈 Market Reaction Post-Trump Address – With uncertainty easing, will we see a relief rally or more downside ahead? We’ll analyze market sentiment. #StockMarket #MarketOutlook #TrumpSpeech 🛢️ Oil &...

Mar 05, 202554 minSeason 6Ep. 1079

Trump Address on Deck – Market Jitters, Wild Volatility & Big Moves in Tesla & Nvidia - 03/04/25

Congress tonight—an event that could send markets soaring or crashing depending on what he says. With traders on edge, today’s wild volatility was off the charts! Plus, we’ll break down major moves in Tesla & Nvidia after key headlines moved both stocks. 📢 Trump’s Address & Market Uncertainty – Will this speech spark a rally or a selloff? We’ll break down what traders need to watch for before, during, and after the event. #TrumpSpeech #MarketVolatility #PoliticalImpact 📊 Wild Trading S...

Mar 04, 202549 minSeason 6Ep. 1078

The Bears Are Back – Market Selloff, Tariff Fears & Nvidia’s Regulatory Woes! - 03/03/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down today’s massive Monday market selloff as uncertainty and fear take control. With the tariff deadline for Mexico and Canada looming, investors hit the panic button, driving stocks deep into the red. Add to that continued crypto selling and Nvidia running into regulatory issues, and you’ve got the perfect storm for a rough trading day. 📉 Major Market Selloff – What’s Next? – The bears are back, and broad market indexes took a beating today. Is this just a pullb...

Mar 03, 202549 minSeason 6Ep. 1077

Trading Week Wrap Up – Goodbye February!! - 02/28/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re closing out February with a jam-packed market recap, covering this week’s biggest headlines, wild market moves, and key takeaways for traders. From an explosive meeting between Trump and Zelensky to the crypto crash and the latest inflation data, we’ll break down what you need to know as we head into March. 🔥 Trump & Zelensky’s Explosive Meeting – What went down, why the markets care, and what it means for geopolitics and global trade. #Trump #Zelensky #MarketImpact 📉...

Feb 28, 202555 minSeason 6Ep. 1076

More Market Pain – Selloff Continues, Nvidia Slumps, & Trump Tariffs Loom! - 02/27/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the relentless selling pressure hitting nearly every sector of the market. Even with Nvidia’s blowout earnings, the stock—and the entire tech sector—got punished. Plus, we’ll break down the latest on Trump’s tariffs, discuss how to use leveraged ETFs, and I’ll reveal three new trades I opened today! 📉 Markets Keep Selling Off – No sector is safe. What’s fueling this continued downtrend, and where could the markets go from here? #StockMarket #MarketSelloff #Inve...

Feb 27, 202550 minSeason 6Ep. 1075

Nvidia Earnings and Digital Asset Clarity! 02/26/25

Buckle up for an action-packed episode of TraderMerlin ! Join us today at 2 PM PT as we slice through the latest earnings release from Nvidia, the market-moving juggernaut that’s setting the pace for AI, tech, and beyond. We’ll break down the numbers, the surprises, and what it means for your trades. That’s just the start! We’re also unpacking today’s Senate Subcommittee on Digital Assets, where the future of crypto hung in the balance. Catch the play-by-play from the hearing here . Regulation, ...

Feb 26, 202553 minSeason 6Ep. 1074

The Market's Breaking Point? – Are We on the Edge of a Major Collapse? 02/25/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the precarious state of the financial markets as broad market indexes flirt with key demand zones, bond yields slip below critical levels, and crypto plunges into free fall. Is this the calm before the storm, or will the markets rebound? Join us to find out! 📉 Indexes at Critical Demand Zones – The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow Jones are all testing key support levels. What happens if they break? We’ll break down the technical setups. #StockMarket #MarketAnalysi...

Feb 25, 202542 minSeason 6Ep. 1073

Crypto Crush! – The Collapse, Hacks & What’s Next for the Market! 2/24/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving deep into the current panic sweeping the cryptocurrency market following the largest hack ever recorded at ByBit, a wave of memecoin rug pulls, and the concern around the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve. If you’re in crypto, you cannot afford to miss this one! 💥 ByBit’s Historic Hack – The biggest hack in crypto history—how did it happen, how much was stolen, and what does this mean for the future of crypto exchanges? #ByBitHack #CryptoSecurity #Blockchain 🐶 Memecoin Rug...

Feb 24, 202559 minSeason 6Ep. 1072

Trading Week Wrap Up – Market Meltdown, Ethereum Heist & Economic Warnings!- 2/21/25

📉 Friday’s Equity Market Meltdown – What caused the sharp sell-off, and is this a sign of deeper trouble ahead? We’ll break down the sectors hit hardest and what traders should watch next. #MarketMeltdown #StockMarketCrash #TradingWeek 🪙 Multi-Billion Dollar Ethereum Heist – One of the biggest crypto heists ever—how did it happen, who’s responsible, and what does it mean for the future of Ethereum and digital assets? #EthereumHeist #CryptoSecurity #BlockchainNews 📊 Concerning Economic Data – ...

Feb 21, 202557 minSeason 6Ep. 1071

All-Time Highs! - 2/19/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down the S&P 500 hitting fresh all-time highs, the buzz around Elon Musk’s rumored $5,000 checks to American taxpayers, and a sharp sell-off in PLTR and INTC. Plus, we’ll cover other key stories shaking the markets this week! 📈 S&P 500 Hits All-Time Highs – What’s driving the market rally, and can the momentum continue? We’ll break down the sectors leading the charge and potential risks ahead. #SP500 #AllTimeHighs #MarketRally 💸 Elon Musk’s $5,000 Checks?...

Feb 19, 202546 minSeason 6Ep. 1070

The End of Intel? – Breaking Down Market Shocks & Trading Opportunities! - 2/18/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the rumor shaking the tech world—is Intel Corp about to be broken up and sold off? We’ll explore what this means for the semiconductor industry, tech stocks, and your portfolio. But that’s not all! 🔥 Intel Breakup Rumors – What’s driving speculation that Intel might be split up, who could buy its assets, and how will this impact the tech sector? #Intel #TechStocks #Semiconductors 🪙 Crypto Rug Pull in Argentina – Another crypto scam has rocked the market—what h...

Feb 18, 202556 minSeason 6Ep. 1069

Technology & Innovation with Don Fron – The Future of Markets & Tech Disruption! - 2/14/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re sitting down with trader and market expert Don Fron to dive into how technology is shaping the financial markets and where the biggest opportunities lie. From AI and semiconductors to drone taxis and Meta’s vision, this episode is packed with insights on the companies leading the next wave of innovation! 🚁 Drone Taxis & The Future of Transportation – Are flying taxis the next big investment opportunity? We’ll break down the players in this emerging space. #DroneTaxis #...

Feb 14, 20251 hrSeason 6Ep. 1068

Climbing The Wall of Worry! – Markets React to Inflation, Tariffs & Earnings - 2/13/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re breaking down today’s market reaction to disappointing PPI data, the latest Trump tariffs, and some brutal earnings reports from Reddit and The Trade Desk. With uncertainty piling up, are the markets set for a pullback, or will they keep pushing higher? Let’s dive in! 📉 PPI Data Shock – What’s Next? – The latest Producer Price Index (PPI) numbers came in hot, and markets aren’t happy. What does this mean for inflation, the Fed, and rate decisions? #PPIData #Inflation #Stoc...

Feb 14, 202541 minSeason 6Ep. 1067

Market Data Pain! 2/12/25

Live at 2pm PT, we’re diving into the latest inflation data, and let’s just say—it’s not looking good. The CPI numbers came in hot, sending shockwaves through the markets. Plus, we’ll cover new layoff announcements, major market movers, and what this all means for your trades. 📉 CPI Data: Inflation Hits Hard – What does today’s higher-than-expected inflation report mean for interest rates, Fed policy, and your investments? #Inflation #CPIReport #StockMarket 💼 Layoff Announcements Piling Up – A...

Feb 12, 202552 minSeason 6Ep. 1066
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