Chit Chat Money

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we go through another Ryan Research Episode covering MSCI Inc. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:15) The Importance of Indexes and Benchmarking(06:12) Challenges in Building and Maintaining Indexes(09:25) Revenue Generation and Business Model of MSCI(12:19) The Role of AI in Index Management(15:22) Future Growth and Market Trends for MSCI(31:33) The Role of MSCI in the ETF Market(33:43) Growth Potential and Market Trends(35:01) Competitive Advantages of MSCI(40:44) Comparing Moats: Stock Exchanges vs. Index Providers(45:50) Valuation Insights and Future Projections(51:52) Investment Decisions and Market Considerations*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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.

No Power Hour this week. Instead, we are diving into a pre-recorded session where we discussed 10 different small-cap stocks in our "small cap of the week" format.*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 rank every company in Ryan's portfolio on business quality and valuation. We cover Airbnb, Adyen, Wise, Remitly, and many others. (03:59) Remitly(12:33) Adobe(17:59) Alphabet(22:39) Wise(29:38) Airbnb(35:23) Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte(38:59) Wix(43:17) Amazon(47:21) Coupang(51:07) Autodesk(53:08) Taiwan Semiconductor(56:04) Corporacion America Airports(59:06) Adyen*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: ⁠Stockwriteup.com⁠ *********************************************************************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 25% off any 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) Ryan Cohen and GameStop's Controversial Moves(06:03) Nano Nuclear Energy x Super Micro Computer(09:21) Remitly's Strong Earnings Report(12:19) Coupang's Mixed Performance(16:12) Uber's Earnings and Market Position(22:01) Grab's Resilience Amid Regulatory Challenges(26:06) The Impact of SpaceX IPO on Market Dynamics(29:47) Pinterest's Aggressive Buyback Strategy(42:47) The State of Online Dating Apps(45:41) Earnings Reports and Company Valuations(52:19) Cerebras and the Semiconductor Landscape(56:07) Palantir's Growth and Market Positioning*****************************************************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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 on guest Lou Whiteman from the Motley Fool to discuss the future of the space and defense sectors. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:27) Market Dynamics(06:42) Government Spending(09:47) Understanding SpaceX's Business Model(12:43) Valuation Challenges and Market Comparisons(15:37) The Future of Starlink and Competition(25:09) Investing in Space: The Elon Musk Factor(28:25) Rocket Lab: The One-Stop Shop for Space(33:58) Navigating the Defense and Space Sectors(40:54) Emerging Opportunities in Space Defense Tech(43:26) Understanding the Long-Term Dynamics of Defense Stocks*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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(02:24) Alphabet's Impressive Performance(09:31) Apple's Revenue Growth and Challenges(15:00) Amazon's Strong Results and Market Position(21:35) Depreciation Trends in Big Tech(24:36) Reddit's Revival and Monetization Potential(29:48) Starbucks' Recovery and Market Strategies(32:55) Earnings Insights: Visa and American Express Growth(36:57) Real Brokerage and Remax Merger Analysis(42:18) Defense Budget and Autonomous Warfare Investments(46:02) Market Reactions to Earnings Reports(57:41) Consumer Trends: Fast Food vs. Grocery Performance(01:01:45) Future Watchlist: Companies to Keep an Eye On*****************************************************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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 go through another "superinvestor" by studying Howard Marks and his approach to the debt investing markets. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(10:12) Understanding investing philosophy(15:24) Case Studies: The Great Financial Crisis and Inter Milan Investment(30:13) Navigating the COVID-19 Panic: Airline Investments(36:25) The TORM Case Study: A Debt-to-Equity Success(41:59) Key Takeaways from Howard Marks' Investment Philosophy(46:21) AI and Private Credit: Future Considerations*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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) Tim Cook's Legacy at Apple(08:20) ServiceNow's Earnings and AI Focus(11:28) Software Sector and Valuation Concerns(13:29) CEO Changes and Market Implications(18:41) Intel's Earnings and Semiconductor Outlook(24:09) Philip Morris and Tobacco Market Trends(30:53) Regulatory Risks in Nicotine and Tobacco(38:26) American Express: Stability and Pricing Power(44:24) Tesla Earnings and Narrative Control(53:13) Market Speculation: Tesla and SpaceX Merger(57:52) Small Cap of the Week: Zeta Global(01:00:50) Enterprise Software and AI Risks(01:02:31) Avis Meme Stock*****************************************************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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 new guest M.V. Cunha, going over a full breakdown of Wix stock. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction (08:14) Understanding why Wix is down(17:36) Financial Engineering Moves(18:56) Q4 Results and Business Performance(24:05) AI Disruption Risks(31:13) The Rise of Base 44(40:58) Wix's Resilience Against AI Disruption(48:24) Valuation Insights and Market Perception of WixManuel's substack: https://mvcinvesting.substack.com/*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 officially announce our transition to building an AI Neo Cloud.(00:00) Introduction(03:09) Allbirds' Pivot to AI: A Meme Stock Phenomenon(06:10) Taiwan Semiconductor and ASML Earnings(12:07) Hermes(18:20) Coupang's AI Investments(24:49) PayPal's Market Position (30:58) Stock-Based Compensation and Its Impact on Software Companies(37:40) Netflix Earnings and Strategic Shifts(43:14) Consulting Industry Insights and Trends(49:13) Amazon's Satellite Acquisition and Market Implications(55:45) OpenAI Losing Market Share*****************************************************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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 speak with Travis Hoium of Asymmetric Investing about how peptides could impact the future of healthcare and what that means for the opportunity in Hims & Hers stock. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(01:56) Understanding Peptides(09:02) The Economic Impact of Peptides(11:19) Pharmaceutical Companies and Peptide Development(13:40) The Future of Personalized Medicine(16:59) Regulatory Landscape and Government Influence(22:16) Industries Affected by the Peptide Boom(26:59) The Incentive Structure of Healthcare(30:22) Disruption in the Healthcare Industry(32:19) The Hims and Hers Saga(38:24) Management and Future Opportunities(50:47) Asymmetric InvestingAsymmetric Investing: https://www.youtube.com/@asymmetricinvesting*****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 to Financial Markets and AI News(03:17) Claude's Revenue Surge and AI Impact(06:03) Amazon's Cloud Business and AI Developments(09:10) Consulting Industry Challenges in the Age of AI(12:25) Investment Insights and Market Trends(15:16) Exploring Underperforming Stocks and Market Dynamics(33:25) Understanding Market Dynamics and Pricing Strategies(38:37) Meta's Capital Allocation and Market Positioning(45:58) Delta Airlines: A Barometer for Consumer Spending(49:09) Rocket Lab's Financial Strategies and Market Position(51:57) Exploring Smart Fit: The Planet Fitness of Latin America(59:17) Rebuilding Portfolios and Investment Strategies(01:01:00) OpenAI's Business Model and Revenue Concerns*****************************************************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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 and Brett look at a fun listener question: What would you own if you had to start over your portfolio with stocks you've never owned before? We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(02:48) Rebuilding Portfolios: The Challenge(06:52) Wix(13:37) Amazon(19:48) Uber(32:32) Nu Bank(39:38) Grupo Pacifico Airports(43:29) Grupo Sureste Airports(49:01) Grab(56:09) Leidos Corporation(58:30) American Express(01:04:58) HagertyTry Portseido and analyze your portfolio performance: portseido.com/?fpr=ryan63 *****************************************************Subscribe to our newsletter, 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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(05:23) Exploring Alternative Asset Managers(15:26) Nike's Earnings (21:08) Bill Ackman's Controversial Strategies(39:06) Nicotine Pouches and Market Competition(40:59) Universal Music Group: Valuation and Future Prospects(44:03) Tesla's Production and Delivery Challenges(48:57) Asian Market Investments and ETF Strategies(52:00) SpaceX IPO and Market Implications(57:13) NASDAQ Changes and Retail Investor 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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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 dive into another Ryan Research episode, covering a stock with a wide moat and long runway to grow. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(01:58) The Unique Advantages(16:05) Technological Superiority and Automation(25:38) Profitability and Business Strategy(30:25) Future Growth and Market Positioning(33:33) Competitive Advantages in Trading Platforms(41:02) Global Market Access and Its Value(46:27) Expansion Opportunities for Interactive Brokers(53:27) Understanding Valuation and Market Structure*****************************************************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. *********************************************************************Check out Value Spotlight: Stockwriteup.com *********************************************************************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(03:06) Luxury Stocks: Analyzing the Drawdown(12:31) Fundrise Innovation Fund: A New Venture in Private Tech(30:16) Grab's Expansion into Taiwan: Strategic Acquisition(42:28) Autonomous Vehicles and Delivery Efficiency(50:07) Small Cap Spotlight: Loar Holdings(55:16) Meta's New Legal Challenges*****************************************************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 Rod Alzmann, an individual investor, about one of his latest stock purchases. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction (00:57) Why is [X Stock] down 97%?(02:10) Historical context and sector-wide decline(04:05) Company-specific deterioration factors(05:32) Impact of federal law and tax issues(06:59) Financial health and cash position(11:30) Regulatory risks and potential de-scheduling(15:49) Virginia legislation and market opportunity(20:46) Potential acquisition scenarios(24:09) Board engagement and governance signals(29:10) Treasury management and cash utilization(34:26) Board communications and shareholder rights(36:44) Risks to the business and downside scenarios(40:56) Stock valuation and intrinsic value(43:45) Market cycle and supply-demand dynamics(50:29) Market interest and short-selling activity(53:55) What investors are missing about the stock(56:31) Summary and closing thoughtsRod's full analysis: https://rodalzmann.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(02:19) Analyzing the SoFi Short Report(13:07) SoFi's Response and Shareholder Concerns(26:33) Uber's Autonomous Vehicle Partnerships(33:11) Trade Desk's Controversies and Market Position(38:18) Bumble's decline(41:45) Micron's Earnings Surprise(46:29) Nvidia's AI Revenue Projections(51:10) OpenAI's Strategic Shift*****************************************************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 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.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, recurring guest Fabio from Capital Mindset and Fraxinus Capital Management pitches Turning Point Brands (Ticker: TPB) as the best pure play bet on the nicotine pouch space. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:58) Exploring Turning Point Brands: Company Overview(07:46) The Shift to Nicotine Pouches: Market Trends(09:28) High-Level Thesis: The Super Trend of Nicotine Pouches(13:56) Brand Strategies: FRE vs. ALP(16:44) Nearshoring Manufacturing: Impacts on Profitability(22:03) Brand Loyalty and Market Dynamics(25:51) The Zyn Shortage: Implications for Brand Loyalty(29:52) Market Dynamics and Brand Loyalty(35:02) Valuation Insights and Growth Projections(39:53) Risks and Challenges in the Nicotine Market(44:23) Comparative Analysis: Pouches vs. Vaping(51:16) Investment Strategy of Fraxinus Capital ManagementContact Capital Mindset: https://x.com/capital_mindset*****************************************************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.

On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we take a look back at our 2025 returns, we analyze last year's market predictions, and we make 6 new bold predictions for 2026. These include our takes on the overall economy, big tech, and stocks/sectors that we think could outperform or underperform. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction (11:55) Analyzing Our 2025 Investment Returns, including biggest winners and biggest losers(17:51) Reviewing last year's market predictions(30:12) Bold stock market predictions for 2026(53:06) Investment Goals for 2026*****************************************************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 (01:42) Nike Earnings Analysis(14:04) Harbor Diversified Update(28:55) Alphabet's Acquisition of Intersect(40:13) Amazon's Advertising Potential(41:23) Comparing OpenAI to WeWork(44:40) OpenAI's Business Model Challenges(45:56) Boring Stocks That Outperform(52:11) Financial Charlatans of the Year(58:39) Cannabis Industry Insights(01:03:41) Long-Term Stock Picks*****************************************************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 pick three stocks for 2026. These could be longs, shorts, stocks we already own, stocks on the top of our watchlists, or stocks we simply like for the upcoming calendar year. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction (06:18) Stock 1(15:29) Stock 2(25:34) Stock 3(39:11) Stock 4(47:56) Stock 5(01:04:46) Stock 6*****************************************************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) Meet new guest Aria Radnia(02:29) Diving into Uber: The Elevator Pitch(17:05) Transitioning to Coupang: The Data Breach Impact(28:36) Netflix's New Strategies: Podcasts and Gaming(44:11) Snap's New Monetization Strategy(52:20) Turning Point Brands: A Deep Dive(57:33) Lululemon's Earnings and Market Position(01:04:11) Bubble Watch: Current Market TrendsAria's Twitter: https://www.youtube.com/@QualityInvest5Aria's YouTube: https://x.com/QualityInvest5*****************************************************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 dissects Monday.com (Ticker: MNDY), concluding with his decision on whether to buy the stock or not. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:37) Growth Metrics and Business Model(06:19) History(09:30) Understanding the Product and User Experience(12:20) Market Position and Competitive Landscape(15:16) Financial Analysis and Valuation Insights(33:28) Profit Margins and Stock-Based Compensation(43:25) The Stickiness of Software and Customer Retention(49:53) AI's Impact on Task Management Software(57:30) Management Dynamics and Company Valuation*****************************************************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(00:28) Major News: Netflix's Bid for Warner Bros.(21:57) Listener Question: Multi-Bagger Investment Strategies(23:51) Identifying High-Potential Asymmetrical Bets(40:50) Analyzing Share Buybacks and Growth Prospects(42:53) Leadership Changes at Berkshire Hathaway(45:09 Speculations on Berkshire's Investment Strategy(47:56) Berkshire's Cash Reserves and Investment Dilemmas(51:24) Rapid Fire Earnings Review: Remitly and Adobe(58:48) Nintendo's Market Position and Future Prospects(01:02:08) SpaceX IPO Speculations and Market Implications*****************************************************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 talk with Abdul Al-Asaad, founder of Basic Capital. You may have seen this company and its viral introductory video on its debt-driven 401k product, which sparked heated debates across the financial world. So, we wanted to sit down and interview Abdul about what Basic Capital is actually doing. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(06:27) Innovative Financing in the 401k Space(13:20) Understanding Debt Structures and Risk Management(20:19) Investment Strategies and Asset Allocation(30:41) Customizing Investment Strategies(31:28) Identifying the Ideal Customer(33:45) Understanding the 401k Landscape(37:04) Building a Product for Workers(38:47) Exploring Risk and Leverage(45:15) Basic Capital's Business Model(52:15) The Ideal Investment Portfolio*****************************************************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(01:48) Dream Portfolio Game(03:05) Criteria for Selecting High-Growth Companies(06:17) Drafting the Best Companies at 15x Earnings(24:17) Final Picks and Honorable Mentions(30:39) Rick's Cabaret Collapse: A Cautionary Tale(37:22) Michael Burry's Insights on Stock-Based Compensation(44:30) Quality Stocks at Record-Low Valuations(50:25) Consumer Spending Black Friday(53:25) Meta's Reality Lab Spending Cuts*****************************************************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 discuss legendary investor Chris Hohn, who has run TCI Fund Management for over 20 years. TCI has beaten the market for two decades, putting Hohn and the small team of investors in rarified air in the investing world. How does he do it? We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(19:18) Focus on Infrastructure Investments(22:09) Case Study: GE Aerospace and Safran(27:39) Alphabet's Journey and Management Challenges(36:07) Evaluating Risk in Alphabet's Investment(44:41) Takeaways from Chris Hohn's Investment Strategy*****************************************************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(21:42) Alphabet's Resurgence: The AI Narrative Shift(38:02) Amazon's Competitive Edge: A Moat Like No Other(39:50) Thanksgiving Turkey Characteristics in Companies(48:25) Legacy Companies and Market Disruption(50:55) Gratitude in the Investment World(53:57) Thanksgiving Leftovers: Companies to Watch(56:16) Black Friday Deals: Stocks to Consider(01:00:54) Zoom and Mercadolibre: Current Opportunities*****************************************************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.

*****Apologies for some scratchy audio from Brett's mic on this episode*****On this episode of Chit Chat Stocks, we dive into five international stocks (outside of the United States) on our radar for 2026. We discuss:(00:00) Introduction(03:22) Honorable Mentions and Market Insights(03:52) Grupo Aeroportuario del Sur: A Case Study(15:38) Grab Holdings: The Super App of Southeast Asia(30:33) Hermes International: The Luxury Brand with Heritage(39:54) Exploring the Digital Remittance Landscape(41:37) Wise: A Game Changer in Money Transfers(46:07) The Business Model of Wise(50:51) Investing in Bolsa Mexicana de Valores(57:05) Comparing Stock Exchanges: Mexico vs. the U.S.(01:02:09) Final Thoughts and Stock Picks*****************************************************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 *********************************************************************Portseido is your best portfolio tracking & reporting solution that helps you track all investments in one place. We personally use the software to track our portfolio returns across brokerage accounts.Try it for free today: https://portseido.com/?fpr=ryan63 *********************************************************************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(22:56) Adobe's Acquisition of Semrush(27:22) AI Winners vs. Losers: SaaS Valuation Divergence(35:10) AI and Software Development: Enhancing Creativity(38:20) Becton Dickinson: A Special Situation Investment(39:27) Wix: Analyzing Growth and Market Position(45:53) TeraVest: A Canadian Manufacturing Gem(56:14) MicroStrategy Madness(01:02:24) Hims and Hers: New Services and Market Potential*****************************************************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.