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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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Stocks tumbled sharply on Thursday, with all major U.S. indices logging their worst session since early October as renewed worries over interest rates and lofty tech valuations wiped out recent gains. George Schultze, Founder and Managing Member at Schultze Asset Management, breaks down the turn in market mood. We explore why economic growth remains resilient but is beginning to moderate, how inflation’s mixed signals are guiding expectations for another Fed rate cut in December, and what recent cracks in the credit markets signal for 2026. He also shares where he sees opportunity amid the volatility and explains how shifts in AI, electrification and the energy transition are reshaping long-term investment strategies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the Dow closing above 48,000 for the first time and investors bracing for the U.S. government to finally reopen, markets are preparing for a flood of long-delayed economic data. Damian McIntyre, Head of Multi-Asset Solutions at Federated Hermes, breaks down how his team is positioning portfolios amid the uncertainty. We explore whether the market narrative has become too crowded around policy and inflation, how to identify deeper signals hiding beneath the noise, and where cyclical opportunities differ from structural shifts across asset classes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wall Street closed with a split performance as the Dow Jones surged to a new record, powered by healthcare heavyweights like Merck, Amgen, and Johnson & Johnson, while the Nasdaq slipped amid renewed pressure on AI-linked names. Meanwhile, new ADP data hinted at a cooling labor market, adding another layer of complexity for investors. With Washington inching closer to ending the historic government shutdown, we break down what these market moves say about shifting investor sentiment with Jason Britton, Founder and CIO of Reflection Asset Management. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
After 40 days of gridlock, the U.S. Senate has advanced a funding bill that could finally reopen the government, and Wall Street is cheering. The Nasdaq 100 jumped 2 percent while Treasury yields edged higher, signaling relief after a selloff. Meanwhile, Warren Buffett’s farewell letter struck a tone of patience, with Berkshire Hathaway sitting on more than US $300 billion in cash. Dan Koh speaks with Fabien Yip, Market Analyst at IG, about what the possible end of the shutdown means for markets, how investors are reacting to it, and what lessons Buffett’s caution may hold for the months ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Todd Rabold, Investment Management Partner, Callan Family Office, discusses the market's pullback and ongoing concerns about high valuations in the AI space; what a 22-year high for layoffs in October could mean for Fed policy; the Supreme Court's hearing on the legality of trade tariffs; and his overall outlook through year-end. Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. equities bounced back midweek as investors cheered signs that the Supreme Court may be open to reining in former President Trump’s sweeping tariffs. Hopes of a rollback boosted trade-exposed sectors while chipmakers like AMD led a rebound in the AI complex after a bout of valuation jitters. However, with the government shutdown now the longest in U.S. history and key federal programs grinding to a halt, the question is whether this market resilience can last. Alex Morris, CEO of F/m Investments, discusses how investors are navigating a mix of legal drama, policy paralysis, and signs of a still-stubborn labor market. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Markets took a sharp turn lower on Tuesday, with AI heavyweights such as Palantir and Nvidia dragging the broader indices down. The S&P 500 slipped 1.2%, the Nasdaq tumbled 2%, and even gold and crypto were not spared in the risk-off move. With investors increasingly worried about stretched valuations in market leaders and headlines of Michael Burry shorting Nvidia, are we seeing the first cracks in the bull market’s AI-led momentum? Chris Weston, Head of Research at Pepperstone, joins us to unpack what’s driving the derisking, how far the pullback could go, and where investors might find resilience amid the volatility.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wall Street’s latest rally is being powered by another AI mega-deal, OpenAI’s US $38 billion partnership with Amazon Web Services. That’s pushing the Nasdaq higher even as most sectors finished lower. But beneath the AI excitement, U.S. manufacturing remains in contraction, Treasury yields are pushing past 4 percent, and the dollar’s firming again. Dan Koh speaks with José Torres, Senior Economist at Interactive Brokers, about what this split in the market says about the economy’s true health, the signals from corporate earnings, and whether rising yields and a stronger greenback could test investors’ optimism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. markets pulled back as investors digested a mixed bag of Big Tech earnings and a cautious tone from the Fed. While Alphabet impressed, Meta and Microsoft stumbled, sparking a rotation out of AI and into banks and healthcare. Portfolio Manager Daniel Tan from Grasshopper Asset Management unpacks the tech pull back, the Trump–Xi summit’s trade signals, and what it all means for markets heading into year-end. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage by Mohamed Hassan from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Fed has begun cutting again, but without the comfort investors expected. Jerome Powell’s message was clear: the path to lower rates will be “data-dependent,” not automatic. Meanwhile, stocks remain at all-time highs, gold continues to glitter, and yields are refusing to budge. Dan Koh speaks with Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer at Fed Watch Advisors, about what the Fed’s shift in tone really means, how the end of quantitative tightening could reshape liquidity, and whether markets are due for a healthy pullback after months of record highs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stocks surged to new records as the artificial intelligence frenzy showed no signs of cooling. Nvidia led the charge with a 5% jump and fresh announcements at its GTC conference, including a billion-dollar stake in Nokia to accelerate AI ambitions. Microsoft and Apple each crossed the $4 trillion mark, while investors braced for the Fed’s rate decision. But beneath the market euphoria, concerns are mounting over the wave of AI-driven layoffs reshaping the workforce. Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst at eToro discusses how Wall Street’s AI winners are fueling record valuations and what that means for jobs and the broader economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Easing U.S.-China tensions are fueling a record-setting rally across major indexes. With the S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow all hitting fresh highs, chipmakers and Big Tech led the charge in a week of a packed earnings to come. However, beneath the market euphoria, headlines of layoffs and trade uncertainty hint at deeper questions about growth. Christine Short, Vice President of Research, Wall Street Horizon unpacks the market mood, the potential trade deal framework, and what investors should watch as the Fed gears up for its next rate cut decision. Produced/presented: Ryan Huang Image: Geralt via PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A tech-fueled rally lifted Wall Street, with the S&P 500 closing in on record highs as easing trade tensions and strong earnings boosted investor confidence. Hopes for progress ahead of President Trump’s upcoming meeting with China’s Xi Jinping helped offset worries about oil prices and inflation. Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist at Carson Group, break downs what’s driving the rebound, how investors are positioning ahead of key inflation data, and what the latest corporate layoffs signal about the broader economy. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
U.S. equities stumbled as renewed trade tensions with China and disappointing earnings from major names like Netflix and Texas Instruments weighed on investor sentiment. Adding to the uncertainty, the White House is reportedly considering fresh export curbs on software made with U.S. technology. With GDP growth showing signs of resilience but inflation pressures and labor market slowdowns clouding the outlook, investors are asking: where to next. George Schultze, Founder and Managing Member at Schultze Asset Management, unpacks the market reaction, assess the implications for sectors from housing to utilities, and share his investment outlook amid rising geopolitical and economic crosswinds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Dow hit a record high on strong earnings from Coca-Cola, 3M, and General Motors, even as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq struggled to follow through. Is this a sign that the market’s rally is starting to broaden, or just another short-lived rebound? Frank Cappelleri, Founder and President of CappThesis, unpacks the latest technical signals — from improving market breadth to bullish setups in small-cap value stocks — and shares what investors should watch this earnings season to gauge whether the rally can truly sustain its momentum. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US stocks kicked off the week on a strong note, buoyed by optimism over a possible end to the government shutdown and anticipation ahead of key earnings and inflation data. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone unpacks what’s driving market confidence, why Wall Street is rallying even as Asian markets lag, and how easing US–China trade tensions could shape the next phase for investors. Plus, with Tesla set to report and gold facing renewed volatility, we ask: is it still safe to “buy the dip,” and where are the smart opportunities in this earnings-heavy week? Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Gerd Altmann from Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
US stocks fell overnight, snapping earlier gains as fresh concerns over bad loans at regional banks reignited fears about the health of the financial system. Add to that renewed US-China trade tensions and investors are retreating to safe havens. Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com unpacks what’s behind the market jitters, why financial stocks are under pressure, and what this flight to safety could signal for the broader economy and investors heading into year-end. Image: Steve Bidmead from PixabaySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist, Interactive Brokers reviews a day of mixed signals in the markets as the S&P 500 fluctuated amid renewed U.S.-China trade tensions, including recent disputes over soybean and cooking oil exports. We break down how President Trump’s comments affected investor sentiment and take a closer look at the banking sector's better-than-expected earnings reports. Plus, we explore Walmart’s new partnership with OpenAI to integrate AI chatbots into the shopping experience, reflecting shifts in consumer behavior. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Newton, Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy, Fundstrat Global Advisors breaks down the market’s next technical turns. From his bullish stance on Financials ahead of earnings to his call for Treasuries to keep climbing, Newton shares where he sees strength and why he’s staying bearish on crude oil. Plus, we’ll dive into why he still thinks semiconductor stocks have more room to run.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With U.S. equities near record highs despite a government shutdown and mixed economic signals, are investors being too complacent — or too cautious? Sam Konrad, Investment Manager for Asian Equity Income at Jupiter Asset Management, shares his outlook on U.S. markets, why he’s keeping faith in AI-driven growth, and why Singapore and Taiwan may be among the most overlooked stories in Asia right now. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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