Chit Chat Stocks

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we dive into another super investor series covering Marathon Asset Management, a fund that has been around for decades, investing through a framework called Capital Cycle Theory. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(02:46) Understanding the Investment Philosophy(05:19) The History and Performance of Marathon(11:07) Capital Cycle Theory Explained(19:50) The Evolution of Earnings Reports(21:37) Case Study: The Telecom Bubble(27:15) Management's Role in Capital Cycles(31:55) Insights from Capital Returns(36:34) Investment Strategies in Capital Cycles(39:04) Beer Industry Consolidation and Investment Opportunities(43:32) Sustainable Returns in the Semiconductor Sector(51:09) Portfolio Insights and Market Dynamics(56:44) Lessons Learned from Marathon Asset Management*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(03:17) Adobe Earnings and CEO Transition(06:06) Dollar General's Performance and Market Indicators(09:07) Oil Prices and Economic Implications(12:05) NIO's Market Position and Growth Potential(15:20) Oracle's Business Model Transformation and Risks(35:33) Amazon's Debt Strategy and Its Implications(40:16) Salesforce's Buyback Strategy: Risky or Reasonable?(43:55) Analyzing Kelly Partners Group's Performance(52:39) The Collapse of GoEasy: Lessons in Lending(01:02:21) Nintendo's New Game and Market Impact*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett and Ryan have a lengthy discussion on stock exchanges and what makes them great businesses. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:51) Understanding the Stock Exchange Business Model(06:50) Revenue Streams of Stock Exchanges(15:44) Case Study: London Stock Exchange $LSE(18:27) Case Study: Warsaw Stock Exchange $GPW(32:54) Poland's Economic Surge and Stock Market Performance(42:22) The Mexican Stock Exchange $BOLSAA(50:40) Philippine Stock Exchange Warsaw company name: Giełda Papierów Wartościowych w Warszawie*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(01:17) Anthropic's Revenue Surge(07:13) Insider Buying(13:18) Berkshire Hathaway's Stock(23:05) Real Brokerage Earnings Review(30:15) Small Cap of the Week(39:58) Wix's Financial Engineering and Growth(44:57) The Future of E-commerce Stocks(51:52) Michael Burry and Adobe(57:00) Appreciating Capital Losses*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we bring back recurring guest Leandro from Best Anchor Stocks for an update on Nintendo (Ticker: NTDOY). We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(01:56) Nintendo's Transition to Switch 2(03:39) Reasons Behind Stock Price Decline(06:33) Memory Chip Costs(10:19) Nintendo's Software Strategy and Future Plans(20:58) Non-Gaming Aspects and IP Monetization(28:30) The Legacy of Shigeru Miyamoto(30:51) Valuation(34:44) Capital Returns: Buybacks and Dividends(40:38) Tariff Risks and Market Dynamics(45:25) Nintendo vs. Roblox: The Future of Gaming(50:57) Earnings Durability and Business Resilience(53:46) Misunderstandings About Nintendo's Business ModelBest Anchor Stocks: https://www.bestanchorstocks.com/Complimentary article on Deere: https://www.bestanchorstocks.com/p/deere-cultivating-technology*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(03:10) Reflections on Past Episodes and Stock Pitches(06:25) Analyzing Guest Contributions and Insights(09:25) Best and Worst Investment Calls(12:03) AI Doomsday Report and Market Reactions(15:14) Disruption in Delivery Services and Market Dynamics(19:00) The Role of Loyalty in Business Models(22:18) Block's Layoffs and AI's Impact on Employment(25:02) Mercado Libre's Earnings Report and Future Prospects(42:39) Coupang: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities(50:00) Badger Meter: A Deep Dive into Water Management(56:37) Cartel Activity in Mexico: Impacts on Travel and Business(01:02:45) AI Subscriptions *****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Ryan goes through a research report on Constellation Brands (Ticker: STZ), the brewer and distributor of major Mexican beer brands in the United States. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(02:28) The History of Constellation Brands(11:49) Decade of Expansion and Growth(18:55) Divesting Non-Core Assets(24:13) Market Share Gains and Demographic Trends(33:34) The Decline of Beer Consumption(37:37) Economic Factors Impacting Beer Sales(40:16) Capital Expenditure and Future Growth(44:00) Evaluating Total Returns and Future Projections(48:34) Sustainable Pricing Power in the Beer Industry(53:48) Investment Decisions and Market OutlookSPECIAL EPISODE SPONSOR, PORTSEIDO: https://www.portseido.com/*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(04:29) Airbnb's Growth and Strategy(16:16) Remitly's Performance and CEO Transition(25:25) AI in Software: A Discussion(32:40) Quality Stocks Watchlist(37:02) Adyen's Activist Letter(43:55) Reddit's Business Model and Market Position(49:46) The Wall of Worry in Software Companies(51:45) Berkshire Hathaway's Strategic Moves(55:53) DoorDash and the Laziness Economy(01:00:49) Robinhood's New Venture Fund*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we speak with Sean Emory, founder and CIO of Avory & Co, about Zoom Communications (Ticker: ZM). We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(11:23) Zoom's Business Model Evolution(20:50) AI Integrations(26:36) Anthropic Investment(32:18) AI's Dominance Over Software(39:09) The Impact of COVID on Zoom's Growth(42:25) Zoom's Pricing Power and Market Position(45:48) Capital Returns and Buyback Strategies(51:40) Valuation(55:31) Misunderstandings About Zoom's Business ModelFOUNDATIONAL EQUITIES ETF: https://avoryfunds.com/*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(03:02) Analyzing Monday.com(11:04) Big Tech and AI: Alphabet's Bond Issuance(21:32) Value Play or Value Trap(36:32) AI Disruption in Consulting(41:13) Earnings Insights: Oscar and Spotify(53:31) The Rise and Fall of Tai Lopez(59:11) Listener Questions and Market Insights*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we speak with Drew Cohen of Speedwell Research about Constellation Software (Ticker: CSU). The stock is in a deep drawdown, its largest ever. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:50) Understanding Constellation Software's Business Model(06:40) The Bear Case: AI Disruption and Market Concerns(15:45) Acquisition Strategy(19:45) Leadership Transition and Its Implications(28:29) Cultural Impact and Decentralization in Business(29:04) AI's Influence on Acquisition Strategies(31:48) Valuation Metrics and Market Perception(35:51) Stock Buyback?(43:11) The Unique Culture of Constellation SoftwareSpeedwell Research: https://speedwellresearch.com/*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction (01:09) The Software Stock Meltdown(04:51) Valuations and Market Reactions(13:46) Amazon Earnings Analysis(19:17) Alphabet's earnings(27:34) The AI Landscape (38:41) Bitcoin's Volatility and Market Sentiment(48:15) SpaceX and XAI Merger Discussion(57:30) Quick Hits: Earnings and Market Trends*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we speak with first-time guest Marc from Manu Invests on BNPL provider Sezzle. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(01:57) Understanding Sezzle's Business Model(03:35) The Appeal of Buy Now Pay Later(05:50) Sezzle's Unique Position in the Market(09:24) Sezzle's Business History and Stock Performance(13:00) Keys to Sezzle's Profitability(15:21) Merchant Preferences and Sezzle's Strategy(17:50) The State of the BNPL Industry(21:20) Personal Insights on BNPL vs. Credit Cards(26:34) Understanding Sezzle's Financial Growth(27:01) Sezzle's Financial Performance and Growth Strategy(31:30) Sezzle's Future: Market Positioning and Consumer Trends(36:36) User Experience and App Functionality(38:53) Valuation Insights and Growth Potential(44:18) Risks and Challenges in the BNPL Market(49:54) Misconceptions About Sezzle and BNPLManu Invests: https://manuinvests.substack.com/*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(01:37) Microsoft's Earnings Breakdown(04:18) CapEx and Cloud Commitments(10:08) Meta's Earnings(12:38) Tesla's Earnings(28:18) Investments in AI (33:59) The State of the Automotive Market(36:04) Tesla's Valuation and Future Prospects(40:33) The Musk Empire and Its Financial Maneuvering(43:23) ASML's Growth and Market Position(46:14) GameStop and Michael Burry's Investment Philosophy(50:50) Small Cap Insights: Vital Farms(55:03) The Surge of Silver and Gold Prices(01:03:58) Meme Stocks and Market Speculation*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett and Ryan dive into the career of investing legend Bill Miller. We discuss: (00:00) Introduction (03:40) Bill Miller's Unique Investment Style and Background(07:51) Case Study 1: Dell Computer(18:28) Case Study 2: The Great Financial Crisis and Major Missteps(30:22) Case Study 3: Amazon(47:27) Case study 4: Bitcoin(53:59) Lessons from Bill Miller's Investment Philosophy*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

(We talk about SpaceX at the very end of the episode)The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(04:46) Analyzing Wise's Impressive Earnings(14:56) Intel's Role in the AI Era(25:35) Interactive Brokers: A Business Powerhouse(33:46) Netflix's Strategic Shifts in Streaming(40:31) Netflix's Strategic Moves and Content Integration(45:31) Advertising Revenue and Market Dynamics(50:09) Exploring a new micro cap(01:03:26) PayPal's Acquisition *****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Aria Radnia stops by to discuss his thesis on Uber (Ticker: UBER). We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(02:24) Understanding Uber's Revenue Streams(03:51) Geographic Diversification and Growth Opportunities(08:15) The Autonomous Vehicle Threat and Opportunity(30:17) Profitability of Uber Eats(31:03) Uber's Expansion into Grocery and Retail(33:36) Advertising Revenue: A Key to Profitability(37:43) Exploring Uber's Moonshot Projects(42:51) Uber's Investment Portfolio and Market Penetration(49:18) Valuation Insights and Future GrowthAria's Twitter: https://x.com/QualityInvest5Aria's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@QualityInvest5*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(01:15) The Software Apocalypse(21:36) AI and Software Development(30:30) Housing Market Insights(34:17) TripAdvisor: A Legacy Business in Transition(38:43) Viator Acquisition: A Strategic Move for Airbnb(44:38) TSMC's Growth and Market Position(52:34) Apple and Google's AI Partnership*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, Brett and Ryan dive into a secular theme: defense spending. We look at seven different stocks -- both small and large -- as ways to play the defense spending boom in the United States. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(01:59) Exploring the Defense budget increase(10:45) Leidos (Ticker: LDOS)(19:20) RTX Corp (Ticker: RTX)(25:25) CACI International (Ticker: CACI)(33:26) L3 Harris (Ticker: LHX)(36:11) BWXT Technologies (Ticker: BWXT)(42:18) Kratos Defense (Ticker: KTOS)(50:08) Black Sky Technologies (Ticker: BKSY)(54:24) Concluding thoughts on defense sector*****************************************************Sign up for our stock research service, Emerging Moats: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Thursday on the Chit Chat Stocks Podcast YouTube channel at 5:00 PM EST. This week we discussed:(00:00) Introduction(00:56) Geopolitical Impacts on Investments(05:20) Venezuelan Economic Landscape and Investment Opportunities(11:04) S&P 500 Insights: Winners and Losers(28:36) Housing Market Dynamics and Institutional Investors(33:37) Small Cap of the Week: Owlet's Market Position(38:58) The Baby Economy and Market Trends(43:31) Defense Spending Insights(50:28) Streaming Wars: Netflix and Warner Bros(01:01:34) AI Bubble Watch: Funding and Future Prospects*****************************************************Subscribe to Emerging Moats Research: emergingmoats.com *********************************************************************Chit Chat Stocks is presented by Interactive Brokers. Get professional pricing, global access, and premier technology with the best brokerage for investors today: https://www.interactivebrokers.com/ Interactive Brokers is a member of SIPC. *********************************************************************Fiscal.ai is building the future of financial data.With custom charts, AI-generated research reports, and endless analytical tools, you can get up to speed on any stock around the globe. All for a reasonable price. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://fiscal.ai/chitchat *********************************************************************Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.