Hype Vs. Deployment: Derek Yan on Humanoid Robotics, KOID ETF, and the Global AI Arms Race
In this episode, Derek Yan, Senior Investment Strategist at KraneShares, explains why humanoid robotics is moving from hype to real-world deployment, highlighting current enterprise pilots in factories and logistics that address chronic labor shortages. He stresses that investors should focus on the broader ecosystem—AI chips, sensors, actuators, rare‑earths, and system integrators—rather than just marquee names like Nvidia or Tesla, and that exposure to China’s cost‑efficient manufacturing is essential. Yan outlines how the KOID ETF can be used as a flexible core or satellite holding, offering a 1‑5% allocation to capture the emerging embodied‑AI wave, and lists concrete milestones (volume deliveries, ROI proof points) that will signal the theme’s acceleration.
A Look at Our Geopolitical Analysis Process
In this 17‑minute episode, South America analyst Mario Braga explains RANE’s geopolitical analysis methodology, illustrating it with the shifting U.S.–Venezuela relationship. He details how analysts monitor political, economic, and security indicators, assess scenario probabilities, and translate findings into actionable intelligence...
Episode 415 Option Trading Podcast February 20, 2026
In Episode 415 of The Weekly Option, host Eric discusses the concept of "inverting risk" by comparing debit and credit spreads, concluding that equal monetary risk makes them mathematically identical regardless of direction. He then reviews last week’s trades—covered call...
1947: Ask Farnoosh: Tax Season Moves, Optimal Rainy Day Funds, Traditional or Roth IRA?
In this episode Farnoosh answers listener questions about navigating tax season, deciding how much to keep in an emergency fund, and choosing between a Traditional and Roth IRA. She breaks down the timing of tax‑saving moves, explains how to calculate...
When Lower Inflation Hurts
In this episode of the Dividend Cafe, host David Bonson examines the current U.S. economic landscape, focusing on the paradox of disinflation that may arrive in 2026 but could be economically painful. He breaks down recent data—including a weaker-than-expected GDP...
Episode 288: Glass Box
David and Kevin analyze the S&P 500’s prolonged tight‑range trading, noting heavy short‑selling and bearish sentiment. They explore scenarios where the Magnificent 7 and broader software stocks rally, potentially sparking a market upside, while also highlighting the resilience of international markets,...
Methanol Market Trends, China MTO Outlook & MTBE Analysis
In this episode, senior fuels consultant Roel Salazar and VP of Methanol & Derivatives Dave McCaskill review the first two months of 2026 methanol market headlines, focusing on price movements, supply dynamics, and demand shifts. They examine China’s methanol‑to‑olefins (MTO)...
Tariffs Ineffective Against US Trade Deficit? & Family Feud Over Reese’s Recipe
Neal and Toby examine why the U.S. trade deficit continues to grow despite the Trump administration's aggressive tariff policy, highlighting the limited impact of tariffs on the broader balance of payments. They then shift to a family dispute over the...
Shutdown Shadow
The episode examines the impact of the 43‑day government shutdown on U.S. GDP reporting, noting that growth is still projected to be robust despite the delay. It discusses emerging signs that higher‑income households are curbing discretionary spending and outlines what...
The British Stock Riding the SpaceX Boom
The episode examines why the UK stock market is outpacing the US in 2026, highlighting insider trades at Raspberry Pi and M&S, and a surprising AI prospect in a Japanese toilet firm. Charlene Young warns listeners about fake celebrity investment ads...
Recently Boring Nvidia Reports Next Week. Did We Just See German Green Shoots?
In this episode, Saxo Global Head of Macro Strategy John J. Hardy examines the stark divergence between the US equity market, which remains highly dispersed and volatile, and Europe’s rally driven by record inflows. He highlights the lingering uncertainty in...
The Ultra Bull Case for Lithium (YJ Lee)
In this episode, YJ Lee, founder of the Arcane Green Metal Fund, explains why the July 2024 lithium price dip was a prime buying window and projects a conservative 4.6 Mt lithium demand by 2030, driven by a 33% annual growth...
Viva Loans Vegas: Blackstone's $3bn Re-Up for The Cosmopolitan Signals High-Tier CMBS Conviction
The episode examines Blackstone’s $3.05 billion CMBS refinancing of The Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, highlighting the surge in high‑quality hospitality securitizations and the city’s enduring appeal to institutional investors. Guests Randy Plavajka and Shihao Feng explain how post‑pandemic destination resilience and a growing...
TWIFO 485: From the Equity Put Spread Craze to Meme Stock Metals & Crude's Inflection Point
In this episode Mark Longo and Scott Bauer break down three hot market themes: the surge in equity put spreads, especially the massive S&P 500 March 6600/6500 vertical and rising Russell 2000 volatility; the pivotal moment for WTI crude, where geopolitical factors...
381. Quiet Week, Loud Signals: Data Center Hyperdrive, Industrial Rankings, Office & Retail Trading Alerts
In this episode the TreppWire team walks listeners through a surprisingly active week in commercial real estate, spotlighting rapid growth in data centers, a deep dive into industrial market health, and several high‑profile trading alerts across office, retail, and distressed...
Earnings, Earnings, and (You Guessed It) More Earnings
In this episode, Tyler Crowe, Matt Frankel, and Jon Quast dissect the latest earnings reports from consumer giants like Walmart, Booking Holdings, Etsy, and eBay, highlighting mixed performance across sectors. They analyze eBay’s strategic acquisition of Etsy’s Depop platform and...
Feb 19 | Commodity Week
In this episode of Commodity Week, Todd Gleason, joined by ag analysts Jim McCormick and Logan Kimmel, breaks down the USDA Outlook Forum numbers for 2026, focusing on corn, soybean, and wheat markets. They warn that old‑crop corn carry‑out could...
ETF State of the Union with Fidelity’s Craig Ebeling
In this episode, Nate Geraci discusses the current landscape of ETFs, highlighting trends such as fee compression, the rise of thematic and ESG funds, and the growing importance of technology-driven ETF solutions. He shares insights on how advisors can effectively...
Citi Global Real Estate Team Sees Higher Returns, More Positive Supply Outlook in 2026
Citi’s global real estate research team—Nick Joseph (U.S.), Aaron Guy (U.K.), and Howard Penny (Australia)—forecast higher real estate stock returns in 2026 than in 2025, driven by a more encouraging global supply‑demand balance and constructive growth outlooks. They expect total...
#690: Q&A: Should My Teen Go to College?
In this episode, Joe and Paula examine whether a college degree is a worthwhile investment for a teen, breaking down ROI by field, the non‑financial benefits of higher education, and the growing cultural shift toward alternative pathways. They advise parents...
Morning Market Brief
Lawrence Fuller reviews recent economic data, highlighting a strong finish to the year in housing starts and building permits, though noting a four‑year decline trend. He points out a better‑than‑expected 0.7% rise in January industrial production, driven by consumer goods...
Front-Loading Financial Aid: Watch Out For This Sneaky Trick
The episode explains the practice of front‑loading financial aid, where colleges award larger grants to freshmen and then reduce grant amounts or the percentage of recipients for upper‑classmen. Data shows that over 80% of four‑year institutions, especially public schools, cut...
Nordic Power Market Competition Heats Up
The episode examines the upcoming launch of Nord Pool's electricity futures contracts and the resulting scramble for liquidity across the Nordic power curve, with Nord Pool CEO Tom Darrell and EEX CEO Peter Reitz debating who will dominate. It also...
Driving Discussions: The Gasoline Glut - Markets Out of Balance
The episode analyzes the unexpected surge in global gasoline demand and price spreads in late 2025, attributing it to tight refinery capacity in Asia and the Middle East and seasonal factors. It examines how rising EV adoption, evolving blending mandates,...
How to Build Inflation-Proof Real Estate Strategies with Jose Pellicer, Co-Founder and Partner at Evonite
In this episode, hosts Aaron Cameron and Adam Powadiuk discuss how geopolitical turbulence is reshaping commercial real estate, with insights from Evonite co‑founder Jose Pellicer. Pellicer outlines a resilience‑focused, inflation‑protective investment thesis, emphasizing the strength of necessity‑based retail and food‑anchored...
The ERP Minute Episode 225 - February 17th, 2026
In this brief episode, the hosts recap Procore's Q4 and full‑year 2025 financial results, highlighting its strong performance in the construction software market. They then discuss NetSuite's new suite of innovations aimed at boosting operational efficiency and supporting rapid growth...
Black Friday Land Investing Playbook
In this episode the team explains why Black Friday is an ideal time for land investors to sell, outlining how to prepare promotions weeks ahead, use urgency, scarcity and creative incentives like dollar‑down offers and discounted surveys, and boost email...
Morning Market Brief
In this Morning Market Brief, Lawrence Fuller notes that markets steadied after a sharp morning dip, buoyed by positive news on Iran nuclear negotiations, reducing geopolitical risk. He highlights the pervasive impact of AI-driven disruption across sectors, especially retail, where...
02.18.26 Relocating Overseas / Debt Trap Exit Strategies
In this episode Clark Howard explores the practicalities of relocating abroad, highlighting countries that offer relocation incentives and essential considerations for a successful move. He then shifts to debt management, offering actionable strategies to accelerate credit‑card payoff, negotiate lower interest...
Healthcare Before Medicare: How to Lower Your Costs
In this third episode of his four‑part series, Roger Whitney guides listeners through practical ways to lower health‑care costs before Medicare, from daily health habits to smart insurance shopping. He demystifies the ACA premium subsidy system now that the expanded...
Money Box Live: Do Electric Cars Add Up?
In this Money Box Live episode, presenter Felicity Hannah explores the true cost of owning an electric vehicle, from purchase price and charging infrastructure to range anxiety on long trips. Guests Stuart Masson of The Car Expert and Melanie Shufflebotham...
The New European Sovereignty Stack: Energy, Minerals, Compute
The episode examines Europe’s modern sovereignty as an industrial and supply‑chain challenge, focusing on semiconductors, rare‑earth minerals, and energy infrastructure. Guests highlight Europe’s heavy reliance on imports, a thin venture‑capital ecosystem, and the need for coordinated capital to close the...
How To Get Student Loans For Community College
The episode explains how to finance community college attendance, emphasizing that nearly half of students rely on loans despite lower tuition costs. It guides listeners through checking free‑tuition programs, completing the FAFSA to access Pell Grants and federal loans (Direct...
Petra Durnin: You Don't Need More Tech — You Need Better Data
In this episode, Petra Durnin, a veteran CRE researcher and tech‑to‑impact strategist, explains why the industry’s biggest hurdle isn’t more tools but cleaner, more integrated data. She walks through her career trajectory, from a temp analyst to leading data and...
1946: The Quiet Money Mistakes High-Earning Women Make
In this episode, Farnoosh explores the subtle financial missteps that high‑earning women often make, such as under‑funding emergency reserves, over‑relying on employer‑sponsored retirement plans, and overlooking tax‑efficient strategies like Roth conversions. She highlights how societal expectations and gender‑based pay gaps...
How to Spot a Good or Bad Financial Adviser
In this 49‑minute episode, Pete and Roger break down how to differentiate a good financial adviser from a bad one by highlighting red and green flags such as transparent versus evasive fees, evidence‑based advice versus secret "sauce," and calm, fact‑first...
176: Fine-Tuning Your Credit Spread Entries
In this episode the host expands on Brian Terry’s strategy of entering iron condors one side at a time, applying it to SPX 0‑day‑to‑expiration (0DTE) credit spreads. By using the Trend Spread Engine’s data on high‑probability morning windows, the host...
Morning Market Brief
In this February 17, 2026 episode, Lawrence Fuller reviews a turbulent market week where the S&P 500 erased its yearly gains, driven by a 7% decline in the “Magnificent Seven” mega‑cap tech stocks. He explains how the tech rotation is pulling...
The European Union as Emerging Geopolitical Player in the Arctic
In this episode, Dr. Eric Paglia talks with Dr. Andreas Raspotnik, a senior researcher at the Fridtjof Nansen Institute, about the European Union’s rising geopolitical role in the Arctic. They examine how the EU’s response to the recent Greenland crisis...
Learn the ABCs of Medicare, Ep293
In this episode Ryan Morrissey breaks down the essentials of Medicare for listeners approaching age 65, covering Parts A, B, C, and D, associated costs, and the critical timing of enrollment to avoid penalties. He explains the differences between original...
AD Derivs. Podcast (Ep. 76) - Simran Singh, Monaco
In this episode, Simran Singh, co‑founder and CEO of Monaco, explains how the platform creates a global trading network that programmatically shares revenue among developers, traders, and market makers. Drawing on her experience trading volatility products at Goldman Sachs and...
1945: The Truth About Debt, Inequality and Starting Over
In episode 1945, Farnoosh Torabi dives into the systemic roots of personal debt and economic inequality, exploring how historical policies and modern financial practices keep many stuck in cycles of hardship. She highlights practical strategies for individuals looking to reset...
E632: Amazon’s Stock Is Cratering – Here’s What Happened
In this episode Dave breaks down Amazon’s near‑10% stock plunge, contrasting it with an 8% e‑commerce growth rate and record‑high AWS revenue. He examines the factors behind the dip, including aggressive 2026 capital spending and investor skepticism about AI initiatives...
02.16.26 Your Relationship With Money / Self-Employed Retirement Planning
In this episode Clark Howard explores how our money mindset shapes financial outcomes, warning against both debt-driven overspending and overly frugal regret. He outlines a balanced approach that blends disciplined saving with purposeful enjoyment, and answers listener questions about practical...
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization in the Middle East: A Conversation with Eva Seiwert
In this episode, host Jonathan Fulton talks with Dr. Eva Seiwert about the Shanghai Cooperation Organization’s expanding role in the Middle East, noting Iran’s recent full membership and the region’s growing list of dialogue partners. Seiwert explains the SCO’s dual nature—as...
Money and Me: What Singapore Investors Need to Know About Budget 2026 and Brewing Billions in China's Market
In this episode, host Michelle Martin breaks down Singapore's Budget 2026, highlighting Prime Minister Lawrence Wong's AI‑centric growth plan and its implications for local equities and AI‑infrastructure stocks. She then shifts focus to China, evaluating the prospects of EV leaders...
Monday: Aussie Dollar Riding High on RBA Hike
In this episode, ANZ Research analysts discuss the recent surge in the Australian dollar following the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) interest rate hike. They explain how the tighter monetary policy has strengthened the currency, the impact on inflation and...
Nothing But Net
The Security Analysis Podcast’s Feb 14, 2026 episode reviews Mark Mahaney’s book *Nothing But Net*, which distills ten timeless stock‑picking lessons from a veteran tech analyst. Mahaney, an early internet‑era analyst, survived both the dot‑com bubble and the 2008 financial crisis while...
Super-Spiked Videopods (EP91): Long-Takes From The Road: FAQ on "Take Risk"
In Episode 91, Arjun Murti delivers a rapid FAQ on the "take risk" messaging his podcast has been using throughout 2026, focusing on how companies should shape corporate strategy amid a maturing US shale oil sector. He reflects on the...
Episode 414 Option Trading Podcast February 13, 2026
In Episode 414 of The Weekly Option, host Eric reviews last week’s option trades on Open Door Technologies, Ocular Therapeutics, Ford Motor Company, and Bank of America, then presents four new trades for March expirations involving Cypher Mining, Core Scientific,...