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As you sip on your morning coffee, Money FM 89.3's Breakfast Show makes sense of the latest movers on Wall Street, with notable markets and finance experts to help you stay ahead.
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Chris Weston, Head of Research, Pepperstone, shares his thoughts on whether the market has shifted its timeline for the duration of the Iran war; the implications of equity markets rotating into defensive plays; the sectors most vulnerable to margin pressures should oil prices remain elevated; and why gold hasn't rallied despite the geopolitical risks. Produced & Presented by: Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oil prices surged even after the International Energy Agency announced its largest-ever release of strategic reserves. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell as investors weighed the economic fallout from the disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz. Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group discusses how transport stocks could signal deeper economic stress. She also explores whether with inflation cooling but energy rising, could the Federal Reserve face a new policy dilemma? Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: tetracarbon from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oil prices have pulled back after an earlier surge driven by fears the Iran conflict could disrupt shipments through the Strait of Hormuz. Crude briefly approached $120 a barrel before retreating as traders bet governments could release emergency reserves to offset potential supply shocks. Confusion over a social media post suggesting a tanker had been escorted through the strait, later contradicted by the White House, added to the volatility. Reports that Iran could be preparing to deploy mines in the vital shipping lane have kept markets on edge even as stocks staged a rebound. Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst, eToro explore the return of the geopolitical risk premium and what it means for investors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US markets staged a dramatic turnaround after early losses of nearly 900 points in the Dow, closing higher as signals emerged that tensions with Iran may be easing. Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak breaks down what drove the reversal, whether oil markets overreacted to worst-case scenarios, and how investors should interpret geopolitical headline risk. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image by Mohamed Hassan from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US stocks turned lower as a sharp rally in oil renewed worries about inflation and growth. The Dow led the losses while investors rotated out of cyclical industrial names. Mel Siew, portfolio manager (Asia public credit), Muzinich & Co discusses what he's looking out for in the upcoming February US jobs report for signs that hiring trends are shifting. At the same time China’s lower growth outlook highlights a changing global economic backdrop. Image: Gerd Altmann from Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US stocks rebounded as easing oil prices and stronger economic data calmed fears of a growth scare.The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all climbed, snapping a 3-day losing streak for the market.Chipmakers such as Nvidia, AMD and Micron helped power the rally as investors returned to tech.Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at Capital.com weigh whether the rebound signals renewed confidence or just short term relief.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stocks tumbled in another volatile session as fears of a prolonged U.S.-Iran conflict rattled investors, even after comments from US President Donald Trump sought to reassure markets about energy flows through the Strait of Hormuz. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone discusses why oil risks may be skewed to the upside, why gold has not surged as expected, and whether the stronger US Dollar Index has further room to run. With nonfarm payrolls ahead, can economic data still move markets, or will geopolitics continue to dominate risk sentiment across equities, crude and currencies? Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Pawel Grzegorz from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. stocks clawed back from steep losses after strikes involving the U.S., Israel and Iran rattled markets, with the S&P 500 finishing just above flat as oil prices eased and investors piled into mega cap tech names like Nvidia and Microsoft. José Torres, senior economist, Interactive Brokers discusses whether the slide toward 2026 lows was a buying opportunity or a justified repricing of geopolitical risk. At what point does elevated crude, potential supply disruption from Iran and shifting inflation expectations threaten the bull market and force the Federal Reserve to rethink rate cuts. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Mohamed Hassan from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. stocks slipped despite earnings beats from Nvidia and Salesforce, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite pulling back as chip stocks sold off. Deborah Cunningham, CIO of Global Liquidity Markets at Federated Hermes talks about shifting investor sentiment and whether volatility is driving a move back into cash and liquidity instruments. How are tariff risks and geopolitical tensions influencing short-term positioning? And what do recent developments at Blue Owl mean for private credit and liquidity risk? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. equities pushed higher ahead of Nvidia earnings, as investors reassess AI valuations and hyperscalers’ capex race. Todd Rabold, Investment Management Partner, Callan Family Office discusses the latest relatively weak US Q4 GDP print, tariff uncertainty, and what a steady Federal Reserve means for rate cuts this year. He also looks at the real opportunities may lie beyond mega-cap tech, from energy infrastructure to small caps and emerging markets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. markets rebounded sharply as fears of AI-driven disruption eased, lifting the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow in a broad relief rally. A blockbuster multiyear partnership between Advanced Micro Devices and Meta Platforms — including up to 6 gigawatts of GPUs and a potential 160 million-share warrant — reignited the AI capex narrative and raised fresh questions about competition with Nvidia. Meanwhile, software names like Salesforce, ServiceNow, and DocuSign bounced as investors reconsider whether AI is a threat or a tailwind. Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group breaks down whether this is just a relief rally, what it means for the AI arms race, and how global tariffs and industrial names like John Deere fit into the bigger macro picture. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Geralt via PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US stocks slid sharply as AI disruption fears and renewed tariff tensions under President Donald Trump rattled sentiment, pushing the S&P 500 back into negative territory for 2026. Heavyweights like IBM, Microsoft and CrowdStrike led the decline amid fresh competition from Anthropic. Fabien Yip, Market Analyst, IG breaks down the Supreme Court tariff implications, the close of US Q4 earnings with focus on Nvidia, and more. Image: Alexandra_Koch from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. stocks pulled back, leaving the S&P 500 hovering near flat for the year as investors rotated out of financials and kept a close eye on simmering tensions between the United States and Iran. Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist, Interactive Brokers examines mixed corporate signals from Walmart and Deere & Company, and what they reveal about the consumer and cyclical outlook. With the Personal Consumption Expenditures Price Index expected to edge higher, we ask whether inflation is stalling — and if markets are too optimistic on rate cuts. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David Abella, Director of Investments, GoalVest breaks down the latest moves in the U.S. stock market. The S&P 500 climbed on tech gains while the equal-weight index outperformed signaling a shift in leadership. We explore where smart money is rotating in technology, how AI is driving capital expenditures and which sectors could benefit. David also shares insights on earnings trends market valuations and potential triggers for volatility along with strategies for dividends international markets and hedges like gold. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Frank Rietsch from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wall Street tumbled as investors shifted from cheering AI’s promise to fearing its disruption, with the Dow plunging 670 points and tech and software stocks extending steep losses. From financials to freight and real estate, concerns over job losses and squeezed profit margins rattled sentiment, even as some strategists argue the selloff may be overdone. Brenda Vingiello, Chief Investment Officer, Sand Hill Global Advisors unpack the volatility, defensive rotation into staples, and what the upcoming inflation data could mean for markets next. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Frank Rietsch from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak looks at the US markets sending mixed signals as softer retail sales rattled confidence in the consumer outlook. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq slipped amid pressure on major retailers and fresh worries about AI’s impact on finance, while the Dow defied the gloom to notch another record close above 50,000. Produced/presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets opened the week on a strong note as technology stocks drove gains across major indexes. The S&P 500 rose for a second consecutive day while the Dow hit a record close. Nvidia and Broadcom continued their rally and Oracle surged after an analyst upgrade fueled by AI optimism. Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at Capital.com looks at how investors are positioning for the delayed January jobs report following weak ADP numbers and await a fresh round of earnings releases. He also breaks down Japan's sharp rise in the stock market following a resounding election win by PM Sanae Takaichi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A renewed sell-off in technology stocks pulled the S&P 500 lower and sent the Nasdaq down 1.5 percent, with Advanced Micro Devices among the notable laggards. The Dow managed to rise, but the overall tone remained defensive. Crypto markets mirrored the caution, as bitcoin dropped more than 3 percent after breaking below the $73,000 mark. José Torres, senior economist at Interactive Brokers discusses what investors are concerned about most now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The S&P 500 pulled back as investors rotated out of tech stocks, while the Dow briefly touched a new record. The Nasdaq slipped further with heavy losses among the Magnificent Seven and software names. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone explores what’s happening in precious metals, with gold and silver stabilizing after a correction and technical factors supporting short-term rebounds. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Daniel Tan, Portfolio Manager, Grasshopper Asset Management breaks down the Fed’s rate decision, the dollar outlook, and where equities, Asian markets and gold could move next. He looks at how AI spending by tech giants is reshaping opportunities and which sectors and regions are set to outperform. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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