
In this episode of This Week in Futures Options, host Mark Longo and guest Carly Garner discuss the week’s market movers, highlighting strong gains in precious metals like silver (+12.5%) and platinum (+8.78%) while noting declines in energy and agricultural commodities, especially natural gas (-5.97%). They shift to equity options, analyzing the post‑NVIDIA earnings fallout, the heavy bias toward zero‑day S&P and Nasdaq contracts, and the surge in large‑size puts and calls aimed at capturing yield. Garner warns that the market may be over‑leveraged on the upside with limited upside potential and suggests caution, even pointing to Treasury bonds as a safer yield alternative. The conversation also touches on unusual trading patterns, such as Monday‑expiring options gaining traction.
In this Money Life episode, River Wealth Advisors’ CEO and CIO Ed O’Gorman warns investors that the market’s current concentration of a few mega‑caps inflates perceived risk for passive S&P 500 investors and urges a calm, strategic assessment of portfolio adjustments....

In this episode, Argus Brazil editor Renata Cardarelli and fertilizer specialist Gisele Augusto review how Brazil and the Southern Cone fertilizer markets have evolved a month after the Fertilizer Latino-Americano (FLA) conference. They note a sharp slowdown in RIA deals,...

In this episode, Tobias Carlisle and Jake Taylor interview Jonathan Tepper, founder of Previt Capital and author of *The Myth of Capitalism*. Tepper explains his investment approach—buying high‑quality, dominant companies at a discount to intrinsic value—and illustrates it with the...

In this episode Farnoosh Torabi revisits her 2015 interview with designer and entrepreneur Nate Berkus, discussing how his design philosophy—making homes tell personal stories—parallels his approach to money. Berkus shares his financial mindset of confronting fear, taking calculated risks, and treating...

The episode examines the looming loss of Renewables Obligation (RO) support for UK waste‑wood biomass plants in 2027 and the resulting risk of a 3 million‑ton oversupply of waste wood. Richard Coulson of the Wood Recyclers Association explains how the sector...

The Moneybox Life episode explores the growing trend of people working beyond state pension age, featuring insights from ACAS’s Julie Dennis, Independent Age’s Morgan Vine, and Pensions UK’s Zoe Alexander, alongside real‑life stories from listeners. They discuss why older workers...

In this episode of Global Dispatches, host Mark Leon Goldberg talks with Ethiopian‑Canadian journalist Zacharias Zelalem about Ethiopia’s rapid slide toward a new, potentially regional war. Zelalem outlines recent flashpoints: mass troop deployments northward, the Ethiopian government’s revocation of Tigray’s...

In this episode, Neil Freiman and Toby Howell dissect the State of the Union, noting President Trump's focus on a booming economy despite public concerns over affordability and upcoming midterms. They introduce the "halo trade," a shift from high‑growth software...

The episode explains that borrowers in the SAVE income‑driven repayment plan are finally seeing balance adjustments after a system error mistakenly accrued interest during the program’s administrative forbearance. Federal guidance had paused interest, but many borrowers saw their balances grow,...

In this episode, Clark Howard tackles two hot topics: when and how to buy or sell gold and silver as a hedge, and why simple, non‑brand‑name appliances often offer better value than pricey name‑brand models. He explains that precious metals...

Roger Whitney concludes his four-part series on pre‑Medicare health care by introducing the OODA Loop—observe, orient, decide, act—as a practical decision framework. He walks listeners through building a five‑year cash‑flow plan, estimating MAGI, and assessing ACA subsidy eligibility alongside COBRA...

The Bloomberg Intelligence FIC team examined global credit trends, focusing on a surge in Asian convertible bonds driven by higher rates, equity volatility, and issuer demand for cheap funding, while noting a slowdown in Chinese dollar bond issuance as firms...

The episode reviews South Korea's energy commodities market, noting a modest dip in thermal coal prices and major tenders favoring Indonesian, Australian, and Canadian supplies while limiting Russian and Chinese coal. It highlights the government's push to cap Russian coal...

The episode reviews recent market moves, highlighting OCBC's 3% profit rise driven by strong non‑interest income and a proposed special dividend, while noting net interest margin compression. Singapore Airlines showed robust revenue growth and higher passenger loads but saw net...
In this episode, Paula and former financial planner Joe dissect a listener’s question about a brother‑in‑law who wants to buy a three‑unit Airbnb property in Mexico and live in one of the units. They stress the importance of separating personal...

The episode breaks down the looming Social Security shortfall highlighted in the 2025 trustees report, explaining that while the trust fund may be depleted by 2033‑34, benefits would simply be reduced to match payroll tax revenue rather than disappearing. It...

In this episode Ryan Morrissey explores the pros and cons of gifting money or assets to adult children while the parents are still alive. He emphasizes assessing one’s own financial health, long‑term care needs, and the purpose of the gift—whether...

The episode examines how renewed U.S. tariff uncertainty, sparked by President Trump's recent statements and a Supreme Court ruling, is rattling markets and leaving business leaders scrambling for clarity on refunds, consumer reactions, and legal strategies. It highlights the contrast...

In this episode, Russ Roberts talks with journalist Karen Elliott House about her new book on Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, examining the Saudi leader’s drive to modernize the kingdom while consolidating political power. House outlines MBS’s motivations—economic diversification, geopolitical influence, and...

The episode surveys a week of global economic turbulence, highlighting AI’s expanding role in the Australian job market, rising geopolitical risks in the Middle East, and mixed central‑bank signals across major economies. Dr. Blair Chapman notes a surge in AI‑specific...

In this brief episode, Reuters' Mike Dolan highlights the upcoming earnings report from Nvidia, the world’s most valuable company, and the market anxiety surrounding it. He points out that Nvidia’s soaring AI spending is heavily reliant on just four major...

In this 16‑minute episode, Robert Farrington explains how to manage student loans while unemployed, emphasizing that ignoring payments can lead to delinquency and default. He advises listeners to first apply for unemployment benefits, then prioritize income‑driven repayment plans—potentially resulting in...
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...
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...
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...

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...

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...
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,...

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)...

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...

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 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...

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...

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...
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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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’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...
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...

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...

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...
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...

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,...
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...
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...
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...