ITPM Podcast

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode Anthony Iser is looking past the noisy macro backdrop and backing a proven roll-up model in the fragmented building materials sector. Serial dealmaker and CEO Brad Jacobs has injected over $1B of his own capital in to QXO and is executing the same acquisition strategy that’s delivered spectacular returns in the past. With the first deal already bedding in, $2B of fresh funding raised, and Wall Street only just initiating coverage, the stock looks primed for a rerating.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode Ben Berggreen revisits his June long play on Unity Software — with the underlying now up nearly 80% — before turning to a fresh small-cap tech idea: Ondas Holdings. With its mix of government-backed networking contracts and fast-growing autonomous drone business, Ondas offers a speculative but exciting growth story despite cash burn and dilution risks. Ben walks through the macro backdrop around the FOMC meeting, the company’s improving earnings profile, and how he’s structuring a call ratio spread to capture potential upside into year-end.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Edward Shek revisits the SaaS de-rating theme before shifting focus to a stealth data center trade in Chemours (CC). Despite years of “tough love” as a low-growth cyclical, the stock is 50% off the summer lows and now has three clear catalysts in refrigeration, cost savings, and legal overhangs. The real excitement, however, lies in next-gen liquid cooling, where CC’s Opteon technology has just hit commercial qualification with Samsung — the SSD market leader. With partnerships lining up, a forward P/E of 10, and potential rerating upside, Ed outlines a long-dated vertical call spread into January 2026 that could deliver a five-bagger if Chemours becomes a genuine data center winner.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! Chipotle’s $13 burritos aren’t selling like they used to — and Raj Malhotra thinks the growth story is over. With sales stalling, margins slipping, and a sky-high valuation, CMG could be heading for a major re-rating. In this episode, Raj presents his short idea on Chipotle Mexican Grill, and the options structure he’s targeting into earnings.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Edward Shek dives into the cracks forming in the SaaS business model and what it could mean for major players like Salesforce (CRM). From commoditization of code and AI-driven efficiency pressures to the dominance of hyperscalers swallowing entire markets, the moat around many software companies is vanishing fast. We look at examples like GoDaddy, Wix, and Duolingo to show how pricing power is collapsing, before turning to Salesforce itself—where slowing growth, high CapEx, and a reliance on efficiency gains raise big questions about valuation. With the market crowded on the long side, we explore a November put spread structure that targets a 20% de-rating and a potential 450% return if the bear case plays out.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Ben Berggreen breaks down a high-conviction short opportunity in the energy space, triggered by a sudden shift in ISM sector data and weakening fundamentals in major oilfield service companies. Focusing on Schlumberger, he outlines a bearish calendar put spread targeting downside into earnings, with a 3:1 reward-to-risk profile. Ben also explores a broader macro angle, noting softening crude oil positioning among large speculators and offering an alternative, simpler XLE put play to capture a September–October market pullback. Both setups aim to combine macro, fundamental, and technical alignment for maximum edge.   ITPM Flash Episode 86 A Slippery Slope with Ben Berggreen || Filmed 11-Aug-2025, Uploaded 14-Aug-2025 ||

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Anthony Iser breaks down the current market mood, which is cautiously optimistic despite mixed economic data. He highlights strong corporate earnings, especially in tech, and massive ongoing hyperscaler CapEx as key positives, while retail data and AI names are also showing strength. However, he warns of risks beneath the surface: weakening employment data, margin pressure, and rising input costs all hint at stagflation risk if inflation stays hot and the Fed delays rate cuts. To hedge this downside scenario, Anthony walks through a protective bear put spread on the IWM, targeting small caps likely to be hit hardest in a slowdown.   ITPM Flash Episode 85 Mid-Cap Insurance with Anthony Iser || Filmed 07-Aug-2025, Uploaded 08-Aug-2025 ||

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Raj Malhotra explains why the recent rally in the S&P 500 could still have legs, potentially reaching 7100+ by next May if history repeats. But the key, he argues, is breadth: a broad-based rally across sectors, not just large-cap tech. Raj highlights the RSP equal-weight ETF as the signal to watch and spotlights Deckers Outdoor (DECK)—parent of HOKA, UGG, and Teva—as a beaten-down small/mid-cap with strong fundamentals, margin expansion, and international growth. He outlines a calendar spread trade with asymmetric upside if DECK rallies as the market broadens.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Jason McDonald shares his bullish outlook on US regional banks and outlines a trade idea using the KRE ETF. Jason explains how recent regulatory shifts—led by Vice Chair Michelle Bowman—signal aggressive banking deregulation, potentially boosting bank earnings and stock performance. He highlights three major deregulatory themes: relaxed capital requirements, more unified regulatory oversight, and faster approval of bank mergers. Combined with improving US macroeconomic conditions, a steeper yield curve, and a recovery in lending activity, these factors could drive outperformance in regional bank stocks. Jason then presents a two-stage options strategy targeting this upside, offering a compelling 4.5:1 reward-to-risk profile.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! Markets are ripping, earnings are strong, and a new takeover rumor has caught Ben Berggreen's attention. In episode of ITPM Flash, Ben kicks things off with a quick macro rundown—tech and cyclicals are pushing new highs despite soft economic data. Then he dives into a fresh long idea: Papa John’s. The stock is trading well below its 2021 peak, but a potential $2B buyout and improving fundamentals—margin expansion, tech initiatives, and accelerating EPS growth—make it a compelling setup. Ben outlines a defined-risk call spread aimed at capturing upside if the deal gains momentum. Enjoy the episode!

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Edward Shek focuses on Iris Energy ($IREN) — a $3bn clean energy-powered Bitcoin miner rapidly evolving into a serious player in AI cloud infrastructure. With the broader data centre and semiconductor trade still on fire, he's bullish on the theme but increasingly selective about where real upside remains. $IREN stands out for its unique model: using Bitcoin mining cash flow to fund GPU expansion, offering ultra-competitive pricing versus major cloud providers, and scaling capacity from 660MW to nearly 3GW over the next two years. Ed breaks down the opportunity, key catalysts, risks, and a high-reward options structure targeting significant upside.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Jason McDonald makes a bullish case for platinum, highlighting its recent breakout after years of underperformance. He explores the fundamentals driving the move—including constrained supply, demand from hybrid vehicles, and investor rotation out of gold—and explains why platinum remains significantly undervalued relative to gold. Jason also reviews several ways to gain exposure, from physical ETFs to major producers like Valterra Platinum and Impala Platinum, and walks through a practical options strategy using the PPLT ETF.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Ben Berggreen discusses the recent equity rebound as volatility eases and investor focus returns to earnings. He presents a long trade idea in Unity Software, a market leader in real-time 3D development powering over half of all mobile games. With expanding applications across industries like automotive and healthcare, improving fundamentals, and a transition to an AI-driven ad platform already boosting engagement, Unity is showing strong upside potential. Ben walks through a limited-risk, high-reward calendar ratio spread strategy to capitalize on a possible rally into the next earnings release.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Edward Shek breaks down the current market mood—where macro data remains benign, tariffs are still a moving target, and risks like stagflation are underpriced. He presents a compelling long idea in mid-cap tech: Xometry (XMTY), a fast-growing AI-powered digital marketplace transforming custom manufacturing. With strong revenue growth, expanding supplier and buyer networks, and a massive $1T total addressable market, Ed sees major upside potential. On the flip side, he pitches a short on Dropbox (DBX), a declining business in a saturated market, bleeding customers and lacking innovation. Two clear trades—one scaling up, one fading out.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! Recession risks may be down to 40%, but that’s still a major threat markets aren’t fully pricing in. In this ITPM Flash update, Anthony Iser breaks down why the risk has only been delayed—not resolved—with unresolved tariffs, weakening consumers, and $15 trillion in debt needing refinancing. He dives deep into how these pressures could hit equity markets and explains why a defensive stock like Costco might not be as safe as it seems. Learn how Anthony’s structured an insurance trade with a strong risk-reward profile to protect against a potential downturn.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Jason MacDonald dives into the surprising strength of the Taiwanese dollar as well as broader FX trends, including the euro's rise and its implications for global asset allocations, while questioning whether the U.S. market’s outsized dominance—now 66% of global equity cap—can continue. Jason outlines his current positioning: long Brazil and Germany via ETFs and select stocks, including RWE and European defense names, against a short Nasdaq bias. A must-watch for anyone managing or learning to manage a global long/short portfolio.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! Markets have been wild lately — massive swings, fear, and FOMO driving the chaos. In this video, Ben Berggreen breaks down the macro backdrop, why it's a trader’s market right now, and why the traditional long-only tech approach has been getting crushed. He shares his bearish thesis on Disney ($DIS), explaining how weakening discretionary spending, poor box office performance, and troubling revenue trends could pressure the stock even further. Plus, Ben walks you through a bearish options setup with a 3:1 reward-to-risk ratio to potentially profit from the upcoming earnings move. Stay sharp, have a plan, and execute!

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Raj dives into Trump's tariff policy, the geopolitical ripple effects, and how they could impact global trade, especially with China. He also shares why cybersecurity stocks like Zscaler (ZS) are set to outperform – even in a tough market – and breaks down a high-reward options strategy to capitalize on it. On the short side, Raj highlights why Coca-Cola (KO) could be vulnerable despite its “defensive” reputation. If you're looking for smart trade setups with strong risk/reward potential, don't miss this one!

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Jason McDonald breaks down the changing global investment landscape. He explains why US equities are becoming less attractive compared to European and emerging market equities, against a backdrop of rising inflation expectations, surging commodity prices, and worsening US budget deficits. Jason discusses the narrowing valuation gap between US and European equities, the resurgence of commodities, and why selective exposure to emerging markets could offer compelling opportunities. With political shifts ahead and incoming global tariffs, it’s time to reassess where the best risk-reward opportunities lie.

ITPM Flash provides insight into what professional traders are thinking about in the markets RIGHT NOW! In this episode, Edward Shek explores the powerful shift in global capital flows at a potential market pivot. With US assets having dominated for over a decade, signs of softening macro data and changing global dynamics—like the yen carry trade unwinding and rising opportunity internationally—suggest the tide may be turning. Through the lens of fictional traders Barry and Sally, Ed unpacks why "buying the dip" may not work this time, and why staying diversified with smart downside protection could be critical. Whether you’re Barry, Sally, or somewhere in between, understanding liquidity flow is everything.