Gains with Andy Giersher

If you've got some dry powder - cash on the sidelines - now could be the time to put it to work. With markets off their highs, it might be a smart moment to buy while stocks are essentially “on sale.” Today on the Gains podcast, we're tapping into some of our top market minds - regular contributors who always deliver smart insights. Each one shares a stock pick or investment idea you might want to consider right now. Joining us: - Jeff Kilburg, Founder and CEO, KKM Financial (Chicago, IL) - Matt Shapiro, President, MWS Capital (Chicago, IL) - Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer, Cresset Capital (Chicago, IL) - Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group (Omaha, NE) -Tim Ghriskey, Senior Portfolio Strategist, Ingalls & Snyder (New York, NY) Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review and rate us on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Instagram and Twitter.

Stocks remain volatile, and the Dow Theory still flashes bearish. What's an investor to do? Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services, joins Andy Giersher on Gains with answers. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review and rate us on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Instagram and Twitter.

Gain's listeners! I hope you're all enjoying the holiday week. It's Easter, and that means we're on vacation this week, celebrating with friends and family. We'll be back next Wednesday, April 23rd, with a brand new episode. So mark your calendars and join us as we dive into exciting investment strategies and market updates. Enjoy your holiday week, and we'll catch you soon!

Stocks surged on Wall Street after President Trump announced a pause in some reciprocal tariffs. Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and publisher of HorizonInvestment.com, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to share his take on the banner day on Wall Street. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review and rate us on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Instagram and Twitter.

President Trump has now implemented his sweeping tariff policies, and they're weighing heavily on financial markets. Jim Welsh, Macro Strategist and Portfolio Manager for MacroTides.com in San Diego, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to discuss what this means for consumers, investors, and U.S. companies. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter.

It's been a wild ride on Wall Street. Art Hogan, Chief Market Strategist at B. Riley Financial in New York, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to break it all down - what's driving the volatility, where the smart money is moving, and what it all means for your portfolio. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter.

The time-tested Dow Theory has turned bearish - what does that mean for markets going forward, and how should investors play them? Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and publisher of HorizonInvestment.com, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to discuss the details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review and rate us on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Instagram and Twitter.

Chicago is known for its pizza, and it's big business for the city. Brian Tondryk, founder and owner of Bartoli's Pizzeria in Chicago's Roscoe Village and West Town neighborhoods, and Chicago pizza historian Peter Regas join Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast for a deep dive into the Chicago pizza scene. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

Stocks slide as trade war fears rattle Wall Street - plus, our guest this week warns of a potential secular bear market ahead. Jim Welsh, Macro Strategist and Portfolio Manager at MacroTides.com in San Diego, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast with the details. Follow Jim Welsh on Twitter @JimWelshMacro and his website MacroTides.com Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

Stocks have stalled as of late, but the time-tested Dow Theory remains bullish. Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and publisher of HorizonInvestment.com, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to discuss the details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review and rate us on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Instagram and Twitter."

The S&P 500 is at a record high, and we are certainly seeing a broadening of stocks. Art Hogan, Chief Market Strategist at B. Riley Financial in New York, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to discuss it all. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

President Trump imposes a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, while Fed Chair Powell cautions against acting too quickly to change interest rates, emphasizing that the current monetary policy is adequate given the strong economy. J.J. Kinahan, CEO of IG North America and President of Tasty Trade here in Chicago joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast with the details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

The U.S. has entered a new phase of its economy, one dominated by tariffs. While President Trump agreed to take a pause on Canada and Mexico after they pledged stricter border enforcement, tariffs on China remain in place. Art Hogan, Chief Market Strategist for B. Riley Financial in New York joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast with the details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

Can AI embody spirituality? On today's Gains podcast, Matt Wren, Tech Expert and Founder of VRAR Chicago, joins us to explore the rise of AI Buddhist monks and how technology is reshaping religion, critical thinking, and ancient philosophies. From AI monks sharing Buddha's wisdom to artificial intelligence guiding seekers on their path to enlightenment, we discuss the ethical dilemmas and profound implications of blending tech with faith.

Wall Street begins Trump's second term with gains. Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer at Cresset Capital here in Chicago, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to talk about financial markets under a new presidential administration.

It's a new year, and stocks have started things off a little lower. Jim Welsh, Macro Strategist and Portfolio Manager at MacroTides.com in San Diego, joins us to discuss the early trading days of the new year and his forecast for the first half of 2025.

It's a New Year, and that means it's time to revisit the Dogs of the Dow stock market investment strategy. Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services - HorizonInvestment.com - joins us to discuss how to implement this strategy and reveals this year's 10 Dogs of the Dow stocks. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

This week on the Gains podcast, Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services - HorizonInvestment.com - joins us as we wrap up 2024's big year for stocks and forecast what's ahead in 2025. We dive into the true forces behind what drives financial markets - interest rates, inflation, and corporate profits.

More changes are coming to Chicago's Magnificent Mile, Drones dominate Christmas wish lists this year and noting some of the big flops in the tech space this year.

Gains listeners! It's the holidays, which means we're stepping away from the mic to celebrate with family and friends. We'll be back on New Year's Eve, December 31st, with a special 2025 Stock Market Preview. So mark your calendars and join us as we dive into exciting investment strategies and market updates. In the meantime, have a Merry Christmas, and I'll see you on New Year's Eve!

The time-tested Dow Theory is bullish as we head into year-end. The big question is: Will the upward momentum continue, and what levels should we watch? Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and publisher of HorizonInvestment.com joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast with the details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher - Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

Wall Street's record-breaking year shows signs of continued momentum, with the rally broadening across a host of sectors. Art Hogan, Chief Market Strategist at B. Riley Financial in New York, joins Andy Giersher to discuss market trends, the 2025 outlook, and his top investment ideas heading into the new year.

Gain's listeners! I hope you're all enjoying the holiday week. It's Thanksgiving, and that means we're on vacation this week, celebrating with friends and family. We'll be back next Wednesday morning, December 4th, with a brand new episode. So mark your calendars and join us as we dive into exciting investment strategies and market updates. Enjoy your holiday week, and we'll catch you soon!

With the 'Trump Trade' coming to fruition, investors are now asking: What's next for financial markets? J.J. Kinahan, CEO of IG North America and President of Tasty Trade in Chicago, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to share his insights. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

With the election over and markets reacting to a Trump victory - investors NOW look to understand the potential long-term impact on financial markets. Jim Welsh, Macro Strategist and Portfolio Manager at MacroTides.com in San Diego joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to discuss.

It's the day after Election Day, and we already have some clarity -Trump won the presidency by a landslide. Republicans have also secured control of the U.S. Senate, though the House is still up for grabs. Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and publisher of HorizonInvestment.com - joins us to discuss what this all means for financial markets.

The U.S. Presidential Election is just days away, and like many of our guests have advised, we're stepping back from trading until the dust settles. Election Day falls on Tuesday, November 5th—our usual recording day—so we're shifting next week's episode to the evening of Wednesday, November 6th. This gives us the opportunity to break down post-election market reactions and provide timely analysis once the results are in. Mark your calendars and join us next Wednesday, November 6th, for a deep dive into how the markets respond to the outcome.

The U.S. presidential election is now less than two weeks away, and investors are seeking clarity before America makes a major decision about its future - one that will have significant implications for financial markets and the economy. J.J. Kinahan, CEO of IG North America and President of Tastytrade, joins the Gains podcast to share his insights.

Election Day is just three weeks away, markets are hovering near all-time highs, and earnings season is in full swing. Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer at Cresset Capital here in Chicago, joins us on the Gains podcast to share his insights. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

The time-tested Dow Theory paints a bullish picture for stocks as we head into the end of the year. Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and publisher of HorizonInvestment.com - joins us to share his take on stocks and how to navigate financial markets against the backdrop of a bullish Dow Theory.

It's been a pivotal week so far: a major port strike begins, Iran attacks Israel, and the U.S. election looms. Plus, our guest, Jim Welsh, Macro Strategist and Portfolio Manager at MacroTides.com, issues a critical warning for investors. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

The Federal Reserve is poised to make a highly anticipated rate cut this Wednesday, a move that could significantly impact financial markets. This week on the Gains podcast, Matt Matigian, CEO of Blue World Asset Managers, joins us to share his take on the Fed and how to play it all. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

The Fed is set to start cutting interest rates this fall, as inflation has cooled and the labor market has decelerated. This could lead to downside risks for financial markets, which is why NOW may be a good time to consider dividend stocks. This week on the Gains podcast, Bill Ulivieri, owner of Cenacle Capital Management in Glenview, joins us with the details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

This week on the Gains podcast, Andrew Busch, Economic Futurist and Economist at AndrewBusch.com, joins us to discuss geopolitics, the AI trade, and the upcoming US Presidential election - and how all of it could impact financial markets. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

As summer starts to wind down, we're doing something a little different this week on the Gains podcast. We're talking about the business of volleyball with beach volleyball pro Trevor Crabb, as the AVP Chicago Open brings the sport to Oak Street Beach this weekend. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

It's been a roller coaster ride for stocks over the past six weeks, marked by sharp declines and subsequent rebounds.Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and Publisher of the website UpsideStocks.com joins the Gains podcast with the details... Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

Gain's listeners!  It's a busy end to summer and I will be stepping away from the mic this week.  I'll be back next Wednesday morning, August 21st, with a brand new episode. So mark your calendars and join us as we dive into exciting investment strategies and market updates. See you in a week.

It's been chaotic for stocks as of late. We gave you a warning on the last Gains podcast about a week ago before things started to break down. The big question now is, what's next?  Jack Ablin, Chief Investment Officer at Cresset Capital here in Chicago joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast with the latest details. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

Despite financial markets trading near all-time highs and prevailing bullish sentiment on Wall Street, our guest today joins us to discuss a potential long-term breakdown for stocks, challenging investment strategies that have worked for decades. Follow Jim Welsh on Twitter @JimWelshMacro and his website MacroTides.com Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter  

One of the keys to finding stocks that provide big gains is investing in a sector that has been beaten down and is not catching the eyes of many investors but still has a good long-term thesis. Michael Palumbo, Founder of MJP Capital here in Chicago, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast to explain why one of those sectors right now is cannabis. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter  

Grocery stores are a big part of our lives, and many of us feel a real bond and a sense of loyalty to the stores where we buy our food.The merger of Mariano's parent company, Kroger, and Jewel Osco's parent company, Albertsons, has raised many concerns and questions. Burt Flickinger, Managing Director at the retail consulting firm Strategic Resource Group in New York, joins Andy Giersher on the Gains podcast with answers. Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter

The headlines for financial markets have been a constant stream of fresh closing highs for both the Nasdaq and S&P 500, and the momentum shows no sign of slowing down. However, if you look under the hood, the Dow Transports tell a different story about markets and the economy and are flashing potential warning signs for stocks.  Chuck Carlson, CEO of Horizon Investment Services and Publisher of the website UpsideStocks.com joins the Gains podcast with the details... Make sure to subscribe to us on the Audacy app; leave us a review & rate on Apple Music, too! Have a question for host Andy Giersher? Tweet him @Giersh. Never miss an episode from us! Hit the follow button on our Insta & Twitter