Can anyone become a market wizard? Looking at the common thread to success. December not what is was cracked up to be... 2024 is coming to an end and we are looking towards 2025 Inspired by Market Wizards with our guest, the renowned Jack Schwager. NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE'S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Mr. Schwager is a recognized industry expert in futures and hedge funds and the author of a number of widely acclaimed financial books. Mr. Schwager is one of the founders of Fund Se...
Dec 29, 2024•48 min•Ep 901•Transcript available on Metacast Ooops, he did it again... The Fed cuts rates – but rates rise The VIX skyrockets – what is that telling us? DJIA does something it hasn’t done since 1974 Our guest today – Brian Shannon – Technical analyst and founder of AlphaTrends.net NEW! DOWNLOAD THE AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES Brian Shannon, full-time trader, educator and author of the highly regarded book Technical Analysis Using Multiple Timeframes, is the founder of Alphatrends. With 20+ years of experience, he has turned beginners, losing t...
Dec 22, 2024•59 min•Ep 900•Transcript available on Metacast Outlook for options trading The landscape for trading worldwide amongst political and economic uncertainty globally The growth of prediction markets and demand for election contracts New budgeting tool Update on demand for overnight trading hours on IBKR’s platform from this week's guest, Steve Sanders NEW! DOWNLOAD THIS EPISODE'S AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES (Guest Segment) Steve Sanders is Executive Vice President of Marketing & Product Development at Interactive Brokers. In this capacity, he overs...
Dec 15, 2024•56 min•Ep 899•Transcript available on Metacast Bitcoin BREAKS OUT! Markets seem a little frothy – but the trend still intact. Everyone is talking about the Santa Rally – will it happen again? Guest John Pugliano is our guest. NEW! DOWNLOAD THE AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES Follow @andrewhorowitz John Pugliano is the author of The Robots are Coming: A Human’s Survival Guide to Profiting in the Age of Automation. He’s also the host of the Wealthsteading Podcast where he shares his ideas and personal experience on wealth building principles. John has...
Dec 08, 2024•57 min•Ep 898•Transcript available on Metacast Tech off track for the week Bitcoin stampede finally slows. Eco data – humming along and the Fed is starting to change its tune. Guest: Jonathan Petersen, Variant Perception NEW! DOWNLOAD THE AI GENERATED SHOW NOTES "Fiscal Sisyphus" is a term used to describe a situation where fiscal policy supports growth despite economic "gravity" dragging it down. The term refers to the Greek myth of Sisyphus, who was condemned by the gods to roll a boulder up a hill in the underworld, only to have it roll b...
Dec 01, 2024•56 min•Ep 897•Transcript available on Metacast What goes up – sometimes comes down. Heading into the fat part of end of year seasonalit. An update on the Chili Cookoff. Guest, Frank Curzio – Curzio Research - the outlook into the end of the year. NEW! DOWNLOAD THE SHOW NOTES Frank Curzio can be reached by email at frank@curzioresearch.com Frank Curzio is an equity analyst with close to three decades of experience covering small- and mid-cap stocks. Check out his newsletters. (Free trial subscriptions available) He has been the editor of seve...
Nov 24, 2024•58 min•Ep 896•Transcript available on Metacast Election Implications and Presidential Term. National Sales Tax (consumption tax) and Tariffs. Alternative Investments and Inflation Concerns. Comparing Politics and Market Flaws. Guest: Kerry Lutz NEW! DOWNLOAD THE SHOW NOTES Kerry Lutz has been a student of Austrian Economics since 1977. While attending Pace University, he stumbled upon an extensive cache of Austrian Economic Literature in a dark, musty, abandoned section of the school‘s library. After graduating from The New York Law School, ...
Nov 17, 2024•47 min•Ep 895•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew and Tom discussed the importance of asset allocation in managing investment portfolios, emphasizing the need for balancing risk and reward based on individual financial goals and risk tolerance. We also also explored the concept of a "mosaic" approach to analyzing portfolios, considering various factors such as economic growth, inflation, interest rates, policy, and sentiment. 3 E's - Earnings, Election and Economics.... Our conversation also covered the current state of the economy, the ...
Nov 10, 2024•53 min•Ep 894•Transcript available on Metacast Andrew and David discussed the financial industry, focusing on timeless topics and the role of Jeremy Grantham. In this episode, we also explored the challenges of valuing private equity investments, the importance of having a clear investment strategy, and the impact of government intervention in capital markets. A spirited discussion followed about our contrasting views on China and Japan, and discussed the current state of the economy, particularly focusing on inflation and the actions of the...
Nov 03, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep 893•Transcript available on Metacast Ed and Andrew discussed the potential impact of inflation on the economy. Unpredictable environments and the potential impact of low inflation on market trends. Lastly, we debated the what is the long-term impact of AI on productivity and market trends. And our guest – Ed Easterling of Crestmont Research Ed Easterling is the founder and President of Crestmont Holdings, an Oregon-based investment management and research firm that publishes provocative research on the financial markets at www.Cres...
Oct 27, 2024•46 min•Ep 892•Transcript available on Metacast GDP Numbers may be coming in hot. More new highs for markets. 2 weeks away from the presidential election. This week's guest, Tax Expert - Dan Pilla. Daniel Pilla is an expert in IRS procedure and advocate of taxpayer rights. Author of “How to Win Your Tax Audit.” Dan Pilla’s primary calling is that of tax litigator. He is considered America’s leader in taxpayer defense, taxpayers’ rights, and IRS abuse prevention and cure. Regarded as one of the country’s premiere experts in IRS procedures and ...
Oct 20, 2024•54 min•Ep 891•Transcript available on Metacast New Highs across the board – (Big Caps – not the small caps). China stocks get obliterated. Rates moving up – CPI report…. This week's guest, Patrick O’Hare – Chief Market Analyst for Briefing.com. Patrick has been with Briefing.com since 1997 and authors the Page One, The Big Picture, Fed Brief, Market View, and Economic Data Reviews columns. He also provides commentary on Live In Play. Every Wednesday morning Patrick is a guest on KDOW's The Rob Black Show. He is quoted regularly in the financ...
Oct 13, 2024•58 min•Transcript available on Metacast Shocking – Rates running higher on better then expected jobs report. Oil on the move as the Middle East conflict intensifies. China and Emerging Markets on Fire – breaking out from long base. This week's guest - Tim Knight – a self proclaimed Permabear. Tim Knight has been charting and trading since 1987. His first stock trade was, in fact, on October 19, 1987 – the day of the crash – which perhaps goes a long way explaining his disposition toward bearishness. He has been involved in personal co...
Oct 06, 2024•50 min•Ep 889•Transcript available on Metacast China surges, then drops then surges – after massive stimulus introduced. Tech leads into the end of the quarter. Metals, including copper get a boost. And out Guest, Manual Blay – The Dow Theory.com - Newsletter – Home of the Schannep & Blay Timing Indicators. Manuel Blay is the editor of TheDowTheory.com, a top-ranked investment letter that has garnered a remarkable reputation for assisting investors in navigating Bear markets while maximizing profits during Bull markets. Mr. Blay’s investment...
Sep 29, 2024•47 min•Ep 888•Transcript available on Metacast Rate cuts are sparking excitement. Market playbook resetting to lower rate outlook. Tech spitting and sputtering. Oil gets a lift after crashing though key support. And our guest this week is Steve Sanders – EVP at Interactive Brokers Steve Sanders is Executive Vice President of Marketing & Product Development at Interactive Brokers. In this capacity, he oversees all marketing and product development efforts at the company and introduces Interactive Brokers’ low commissions, advanced trading tec...
Sep 22, 2024•53 min•Ep 887•Transcript available on Metacast Surge and plunge – plunge and surge – new market realities. Risk up – but that is quickly undone. The Debate breathes life into a few sectors. Guest, Frank Curzio – Curzio Research - the outlook into the end of the year. Frank Curzio can be reached by email at frank@curzioresearch.com Frank Curzio is an equity analyst with close to three decades of experience covering small- and mid-cap stocks. Check out his newsletters. (Free trial subscriptions available) He has been the editor of several well...
Sep 15, 2024•54 min•Ep 886•Transcript available on Metacast September – not usually the best seasonal trends A question: Diversification – what is it and why do I need it? Active Management and Passive Strategies – a primer. Check this out and find out more at: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Follow @andrewhorowitz Looking for style diversification? More information on the TDI Managed Growth Strategy - HERE Stocks mentioned in this episode: (N/A)
Sep 08, 2024•39 min•Ep 885•Transcript available on Metacast How to stay the course – even through time of doubt What’s up with the consumers anyway? Powell’s outlook moves markets – predictable And our guest – Brian Dress from Left Brain Wealth Management Brian Dress has 15+ years’ experience in the investments industry. Before joining Left Brain, he spent nearly a decade managing an independent portfolio of derivatives, focused mainly in the oil/gas and commodities markets, but also in equities and fixed income. Brian earned his B.S. in International Re...
Sep 01, 2024•52 min•Ep 884•Transcript available on Metacast Is the end of "peak commodities" a possibility and what is the cycle that we may see in the near future. The Fed and Jackson Hole - they need to ring the victory bell already and then step aside. Our guest, Carley Garner Futures and Options Trader on the outlook for commodities. Carley Garner is a futures and options broker with DeCarley Trading, a division of Zaner Financial Services in Las Vegas, Nevada. With nearly two decades of experience, her commodity market analysis is often referenced o...
Aug 25, 2024•54 min•Ep 883•Transcript available on Metacast The "carry" trade blows up – But now: Fully Resolved Economic Indicators Bad – but that good news for markets Under the radar layoffs happening... Gust Anthony Scaramucci , Founder, Skybridge Capital (Who has a few things to say about politics and the election). Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm, and founder and chairman of SALT, a global thought leadership forum and venture studio. Prior to founding SkyBridge in 2005, Scara...
Aug 18, 2024•40 min•Ep 882•Transcript available on Metacast 3-days and it all changed… Yen Carry trade – Central banks breaking things. Markets move and investors freak out and The VIX makes a historic move. This week's guest: Dan Faggella, Founder and Head of Research at Emerj Artificial Intelligence Research. Daniel Faggella is the Founder and Head of Research at Emerj Artificial Intelligence Research, Daniel Faggella is an internationally recognized speaker on the use-cases and ROI of artificial intelligence in business. Since 2015 Daniel has focused ...
Aug 11, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep 881•Transcript available on Metacast Balancing risks and returns Gold - a good investment? Real Estate as an investment Setting up for success - with Guest Dr. Roger Silk. Roger D. Silk, Ph.D. is the CEO of Sterling Foundation Management, LLC and President of Lifetime Perspectives, Inc. Dr. Silk is widely recognized as a leading expert and innovator in the emerging field at the intersection of finance and philanthropy. Dr. Silk has more than three decades of experience working with and advising wealthy clients, high net worth famil...
Aug 04, 2024•54 min•Ep 880•Transcript available on Metacast Big Tech making a mess of markets A new candidate – investors re-assessing their holdings. September rate cut probability of at 100% - lets discuss. Howard Silverblatt (@hsilverb) is Senior Industry Analyst, Index Investment Strategy, for S&P Dow Jones Indices (S&P DJI). In addition to general market research and commentary, Howard is responsible for the statistical analysis of S&P DJI’s family of U.S. Indices, including the world’s most followed stock market index, the S&P 500®. Howard has been...
Jul 28, 2024•56 min•Ep 879•Transcript available on Metacast What is going on? Questions about the current market's sustainability... HUGE rotation into small-caps and financials. College planning - does it have to be so difficult? Guest - College planning expert Brad Baldridge. Brad Baldridge is a College Funding Specialist who has helped thousands of families plan and save for college with smart and proven strategies to save time, money and stress. As a financial expert, blogger and host of the Taming the High Cost of College podcast, Brad has been shar...
Jul 21, 2024•58 min•Ep 878•Transcript available on Metacast Up and Up - what is next? So many questions about this market’s next leg…. Inflation- mixed messages – but the Fed is pushing the carrot Guest - Dr. Richard Smith When Dr. Richard Smith discovered that many top investment advisors and wealthy traders used special mathematical formulas to invest in the stock market, he decided to try it out himself. Using his own formula, he found that he could make more money and take less risk, regardless of market performance. In 2004 he used this algorithm to...
Jul 14, 2024•51 min•Ep 877•Transcript available on Metacast Short week – plenty of action The breath keeps getting worse The Debate – what does that mean for markets? This episode's guest: our good friend , author and former banker Satyajit Das – all the way from down under Satyajit Das is an internationally respected expert in finance, with over 37 years’ experience. Das presciently anticipated many aspects of the global financial crisis in 2006. He subsequently proved accurate in his warnings about the ineffectiveness of policy responses and the risk o...
Jul 07, 2024•1 hr•Ep 876•Transcript available on Metacast An interesting turn in politics. Looking at the "Awesome Portfolio" Having a healthy relationship with money with this week's Guest - Jared Dillian. Jared Dillian is the editor of The Daily Dirtnap, a daily market newsletter for investment professionals, continuously published since 2008. He graduated from the United States Coast Guard Academy in 1996 with a B.S. in Mathematics and Computer Science, from the University of San Francisco in 2001 with a Masters in Business Administration, concentra...
Jun 30, 2024•49 min•Ep 875•Transcript available on Metacast Markets , Economics and Insights Looking to learn from one of the greats – GOAT! This episode's guest: Jim Rogers - The Investment Biker Jim Rogers, a native of Demopolis, Alabama, is an author, financial commentator, adventurer, and successful international investor. He has been frequently featured in Time, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Barron’s, Forbes, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, The Business Times, The Straits Times and many media outlets worldwide. He h...
Jun 23, 2024•34 min•Ep 874•Transcript available on Metacast Stocks breaking out – tech mania continues Apple finally announces AI – investors love it CPI comes in – yields drop – it is Goldie Lox all over again! And our guest this week is Steve Sanders – EVP at Interactive Brokers Steve Sanders is Executive Vice President of Marketing & Product Development at Interactive Brokers. In this capacity, he oversees all marketing and product development efforts at the company and introduces Interactive Brokers’ low commissions, advanced trading technology and b...
Jun 16, 2024•51 min•Ep 873•Transcript available on Metacast Inflation comes and goes US Economy hitting a soft patch. Summer doldrums for markets. Guest Jim Bruce – Movie producer and writer of Money for Nothing and The Restless Billionaire. Money For Nothing, Inside the Federal Reserve - Jim Bruce - Producer, Director and Writer of Money For Nothing, Inside the Federal Reserve. Money For Nothing is Jim Bruce's directorial debut. Jim was Editor/Writer/Co-Producer of Sierra Leone's Refugee All Stars - finalist for the 2006 International Documentary Associ...
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