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Even as geopolitical tensions roil financial markets, wealthy consumers are defying the gloom — private jet demand is surging at events like Monaco and Cannes, and Broadway just recorded a record 1.9 billion dollar season. This divergence between financial anxiety and high-end consumer spending raises important questions about where the real economy actually stands.Today's Stocks & Topics: Grupo Aeroportuario del Centro Norte, S.A.B. de C.V. (OMAB), Market Wrap, KPP Newsletter, CSX Corporation (CSX), The Wealth Effect Paradox: Why Rich Consumers Are Spending Big While Markets Wobble, Powell Industries, Inc. (POWL), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, AI Build-out and Commodities, Defense Sector.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

USAA is returning nearly one billion dollars to Florida policyholders following legal reforms that have dramatically reduced frivolous claims and litigation costs in the state's notoriously troubled insurance market. This is a powerful case study in how regulatory and legal environments — not just weather — drive insurance affordability across the country.Today's Stocks & Topics: Alexandria Real Estate Equities, Inc. (ARE), Market Wrap, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B), Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD), Florida Home Insurance Reform Is Working — And It Could Reshape the Entire Market, Vanguard Small-Cap Value Index Fund ETF Shares (VBR), iShares MSCI Indonesia ETF (EIDO), Perusahaan Perseroan (Persero) PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia Tbk (TLK), Spacex (SPCX), Vanguard Total World Stock Index Fund ETF Shares (VT), The U.S. Treasury issues Treasury Bills (T-Bills).Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Friday's stronger-than-expected jobs report sent stocks tumbling and reignited fears that the Federal Reserve may be forced to raise rates rather than cut them. With gold falling sharply and bond markets repricing, investors need to understand what a potential rate hike cycle means for their portfolios.Today's Stocks & Topics: Hingham Institution for Savings (HIFS), Market Wrap, Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG), Is the Fed's Next Move a Rate Hike? What a Strong Jobs Report Means for Your Portfolio, Investing in Industrials, PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL), Markets and the War, Micron Technology, Inc. (MU), Simon Property Group, Inc. (SPG), Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER).Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

After years of AI euphoria, a growing bear case is emerging around the mega-cap tech companies pouring hundreds of billions into AI infrastructure — with serious questions about when, or if, those returns will materialize. This week's tech selloff and tumbling AI-related stocks suggest the market may finally be demanding answers.Today's Stocks & Topics: Primoris Services Corporation (PRIM), Market Wrap, Oil Stocks, Is the AI Trade Over? The Bear Case Against Hyperscaler Spending, 401k Allocation, Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund (VEMAX), iShares Residential and Multisector Real Estate ETF (REZ), K92 Mining Inc. (KNT.TO), Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares (VTI), The IPO Market.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

With markets simultaneously hitting record highs on AI optimism while facing war-driven inflation and potential rate hikes, some prominent voices are questioning whether passive index investing is still the right default strategy. We weigh the evidence on when active management or factor-based strategies may genuinely add value — and when they don't.Today's Stocks & Topics: Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (IIPR), Market Wrap, Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SPCX), PPG Industries, Inc. (PPG), Are Index Funds Enough in a Volatile Market? The Case for and Against Active Strategies, Perusahaan Perseroan (Persero) PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia Tbk (TLK), Bitcoin Strategy, NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA), IPOs Time.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

(From NATO allies boosting budgets in response to Russia's aggression to Asia-Pacific nations rearming amid China's military buildup, defense spending is rising on virtually every continent. We examine how investors can think about the long-term defense sector tailwind without simply chasing headlines.)Today's Stocks & Topics: Lincoln National Corporation (LNC), Market Wrap, AT&T Inc. (T), The Clorox Company (CLX), Insulet Corporation (PODD), Defense Stocks 2026: How the Global Security Boom Creates Long-Term Investment Opportunities, The Hartford Insurance Group, Inc. (HIG), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, WESCO International, Inc. (WCC), KPP Newsletter, Fidelity Total Bond Fund (FTBFX), Vanguard Short-Term Bond Index Fund ETF Shares (BSV), Lithium.Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

A new survey finds that net worth — not income — is the dominant driver of financial anxiety, suggesting that many high earners are far less financially secure than their paychecks imply. We dig into what this means for how everyday investors should be building and measuring their financial progress.Today's Stocks & Topics: Carvana Co. (CVNA), Market Wrap, Expand Energy Corporation (EXE), Vista Shares Electrification Supercycle ETF (POW), Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX), Centrus Energy Corp. (LEU), Net Worth Milestones by Age: Why Net Worth Matters More Than Income for Financial Security, Freeport-McMoRan Inc. (FCX), Marvell Technology, Inc. (MRVL), Archer-Daniels-Midland Company (ADM), CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF), Million Dollar Retirement? Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gold is dipping even as the Middle East conflict intensifies and inflation worries mount — a counterintuitive move that has investors scratching their heads about where to find safety. We explore what's really driving gold prices and whether the precious metal still belongs in a defensive portfolio.Today's Stocks & Topics: Treasury Bill, Market Wrap, Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD), Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MLM), Gold's Confusing Signal: Why the Safe-Haven Trade Isn't Playing Out as Expected, Select STOXX Europe Aerospace & Defense ETF (EUAD), Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), Uranium Royalty Corp. (UROY), AstraZeneca PLC (AZN).Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Treasury yields are edging higher as U.S.-Iran military exchanges rattle markets and inflation expectations climb, creating a challenging environment for fixed income investors. We decode what's driving yield movement right now and whether bond investors should be repositioning for a higher-for-longer world.Today's Stocks & Topics: Tenet Healthcare Corporation (THC), Market Wrap, Phibro Animal Health Corporation (PAHC), Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI), Is the 10-Year Treasury Yield About to Break Out? What Rising Rates Mean for Bonds and Borrowing, Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF (JAAA), Barrett Business Services, Inc. (BBSI), The IPO Market, Dividend Reinvestment, Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund ETF Shares (VO). Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Investors are being told to “stay calm,” but markets today are reacting to more than earnings and interest rates. Supply chains, tariffs, geopolitical conflicts, and shipping disruptions are now directly impacting portfolios. So how do you invest without making emotional decisions? Today's Stocks & Topics: NIKE, Inc. (NKE), Market Wrap, Games Workshop Group (GWKSY), Intuit Inc. (INTU), How to Invest in Volatile Markets Without Panic, Rheinmetall AG (RNMBY), Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SPCX), Big 3 IPOs.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Chilipad and use my code sleep.me/INVEST for a great deal: https://sleep.me* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Quince and use my code quince.com/invest for a great deal: https://www.quince.com* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.com* Check out TaskRabbit and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://taskrabbit.com* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

DeepSeek has made a permanent 75% discount on its flagship AI model, a move that accelerates the commoditization of AI and puts pressure on the entire AI infrastructure investment thesis. We examine what falling AI model prices mean for the companies building AI, buying AI, and investing in the picks-and-shovels of the AI boom.Today's Stocks & Topics: Tutor Perini Corporation (TPC), Market Wrap, Vanguard International Growth Adm (VWILX), SPDR Gold MiniShares (GLDM), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), Quantum Computing Stocks, Investment Fees and Taxes, Eli Lilly and Company (LLY), Oil Prices this Summer.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Analysts are raising concerns that a wave of mega-IPOs from companies like SpaceX and OpenAI could be signaling a market top — a pattern that has appeared at prior market peaks. We explore the history of IPO booms, what they reveal about market sentiment, and how investors should think about participating.Today's Stocks & Topics: CarMax, Inc. (KMX), Market Wrap, EQT Corporation (EQT), ONEOK, Inc. (OKE), Trailing Stop, Micron Technology, Inc. (MU), SpaceX, OpenAI, and the IPO Boom: Is a Wave of Mega-Floats a Market Top Warning?, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Xtrackers Nifty 500 India ETF (IND), iShares MSCI India ETF (INDA), Vanguard Short-Term Corporate Bond Index Fund ETF Shares (VCSH), Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund (BND), NetEase, Inc. (NTES), Roth Conversion.Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Today's Stocks & Topics: Capricor Therapeutics, Inc. (CAPR), Market Wrap, Railroad Stocks, Gentex Corporation (GNTX), Hedging in a Record Market: Strategies for Protecting Gains Without Missing Upside, Frontline PLC (FRO), P.E. Ratio Calculation, Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (CHKP), ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW), Banks.Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gold has been quietly climbing even as oil prices drop on Middle East peace hopes and the dollar drifts lower — a combination that reveals important dynamics about how investors are thinking about risk right now. We unpack what's driving gold higher and what it signals about broader market sentiment.Today's Stocks & Topics: Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AGM), Market Wrap, Starbucks Corporation (SBUX), Gold Is Climbing While Oil and the Dollar Fall — Here's What That Tells Investors, Textron Inc. (TXT), Amplify Cybersecurity ETF (HACK), Spacex (SPCX) Going Public, 3M Company (MMM), Consumer Sentiment.Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.Today's Stocks & Topics: Precious Metals, Petrochemical Companies, Rollover 403b to Roth I-R-A, Preferred Stocks, Bitcoin, Investing Apps, Are We In Trouble?, Stock Valuation, Retirement, Alternative Investment: Groundfloor, Union Business Cycle, Buying Credit Cards Companies, 401/457 Plans, Roth I-R-A Contributions, Covered Call Strategy, SEPP-72t.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Governments around the world are carrying significantly more debt than they were just a few years ago… and now much of that debt is rolling into a much higher interest rate environment.Today's Stocks & Topics: Avantis All Equity Markets ETF (AVGE), Market Wrap, Suncor Energy Inc. (SU), Imperial Oil Limited (IMO), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Why Rising Sovereign Debt Could Become a Bigger Market Risk in 2026, Halliburton Company (HAL), EchoStar Corporation (SATS), ETFs, Ryder System, Inc. (R), Zoetis Inc. (ZTS).Our Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Americans are leaving the United States in record numbers, and many are spending hundreds of dollars just to learn how to do it, signaling a level of dissatisfaction with the domestic economic and political environment that cannot be ignored. We examine what this capital and talent flight trend means for the U.S. economy, tax base, and long-term investment thesis.Today's Stocks & Topics: AAON, Inc. (AAON), Market Wrap, Builders FirstSource, Inc. (BLDR), UFP Industries, Inc. (UFPI), Americans Are Fleeing: What the Record Emigration Trend Means for U.S. Wealth, When to Sell, Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares (VTI), Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), Mortgage Rates, Chord Energy Corporation (CHRD), The Wendy's Company (WEN), Bond MarketsOur Next Wealth Webinar: “Beyond the Yield: How to Invest for Your Income Needs” June 30th, 2026 - 12:00 pmTo sign up: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/5717793889555/WN_XuoDgMVwSv6wZXXurrZTLgOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Global companies are already sitting on a $25 billion bill from the Iran war, and the meter keeps running as supply chains, energy costs, and shipping routes remain disrupted. We look at which industries are absorbing the biggest losses and what forward-looking investors need to watch in upcoming earnings reports.Today's Stocks & Topics: Coeur Mining, Inc. (CDE), Market Wrap, State of the U.S. Economy, War's $25 Billion Tab: How the Iran Conflict Is Hitting Corporate Earnings, JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR), POET Technologies Inc. (POET), Grab Holdings Limited (GRAB), Productivity.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Bond traders are making ominous bets that long-term rates could stay much higher than anyone expected just a year ago, with the 30-year Treasury already above 5.1% and global bond markets under serious pressure. We dig into whether the era of cheap money is truly over and what a permanently higher rate environment means for every major asset class.Today's Stocks & Topics: United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS), Market Wrap, Advanced Drainage Systems, Inc. (WMS), Amphenol Corporation (APH), Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares (VDE), Is 5% the New Normal for Long-Term Interest Rates? What the Bond Repricing Means for Investors, Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NXST), Constellation Energy Corporation (CEG), Autocallable Funds, Schneider Electric S.E. (SBGSY), Oil Prices.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Volatility has investors nervous again… but historically, emotional reactions during turbulent markets have often led to the worst investing decisions.Today's Stocks & Topics: Tractor Supply Company (TSCO), Market Wrap, Virtus Reaves Utilities ETF (UTES), Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF (FUTY), Market Volatility Isn't the Problem — Emotional Investing Is, Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH), Modine Manufacturing Company (MOD), Eaton Corporation plc (ETN), International Business Machines Corporation (IBM), New Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, Super Ads.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Analyst Dan Ives is calling for Nasdaq 30,000 as the AI rally expands beyond the original handful of winners. We dig into whether the broadening AI trade is built on solid earnings fundamentals or if euphoria is getting ahead of reality.Today's Stocks & Topics: Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL), Market Wrap, Cadence Design Systems, Inc. (CDNS), AI's Next Chapter: Is the Nasdaq 30,000 Rally Sustainable or Dangerous Hype?, Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Pershing Square Inc. (PS), Pershing Square USA, Ltd. (PSUS), Oil Futures Curve, KPP Newsletter, Intel Corporation (INTC), Private Company Shares Access.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The US dollar is caught between safe haven demand from Iran war fears and selling pressure when peace hopes rise, creating a volatile currency environment. We unpack what dollar swings mean for international investments, commodities, and the average American investor.Today's Stocks & Topics: Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), Market Wrap, Tigo Energy, Inc. (TYGO), Genco Shipping & Trading Limited (GNK), Edgewood Growth Fund Retail Class (EGFFX), US Dollar Outlook 2026: Strength, Weakness, and What's Driving It, Janus Henderson AAA CLO ETF (JAAA), iShares 0-3 Month Treasury Bond ETF (SGOV), ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW), Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO), Intuit Inc. (INTU).Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic and use my code Claude.ai/invest for a great deal: https://www.anthropic.com* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Major Wall Street banks are now pushing back their expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts as inflation risks and jobs data complicate the picture. We discuss what a longer wait for rate relief means for your bond portfolio, mortgage, and stock valuations.Today's Stocks & Topics: Golar LNG Limited (GLNG), Market Wrap, Bentley Systems, Incorporated (BSY), Jacobs Solutions Inc. (J), MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI), Is Goldman Sachs Right About the Fed Rate Cut Forecast?, Autodesk, Inc. (ADSK), Newmont Corporation (NEM), VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX), Rio Tinto Group (RIO), Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD).Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Gold prices are whipsawing as war uncertainty collides with shifting expectations on Federal Reserve rate cuts. We examine whether gold is still the safe haven investors think it is in today's complex macro environment.Today's Stocks & Topics: The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. (PNC), Market Wrap, Mobileye Global Inc. (MBLY), Gold Price Forecast 2026: Safe Haven or Victim of Rate Uncertainty?, Wingstop Inc. (WING), Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL), Inflation Soaring, State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE), Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR), "NACHO" - Not A Chance Hormuz Open.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Stocks are pushing highs, but inflation, oil, rates, and housing are all flashing “stay disciplined. The market is acting confident… but the data is telling investors not to get comfortable yet.Today's Stocks & Topics: Venture Global, Inc. (VG), Market Wrap, Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), KLA Corporation (KLAC), AI and Investment Advice, Devon Energy Corporation (DVN), The Market Is Hot, But This Is Where Investors Get Hurt, The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX), Free Cash Flow.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Anthropic just teamed up with Goldman Sachs and Blackstone to launch a $1.5 billion AI venture targeting private equity-owned companies—signaling that AI monetization is moving decisively beyond Silicon Valley and into mainstream corporate finance. This is a landmark moment for understanding where the real AI money is flowing.Today's Stocks & Topics: CVS Health Corporation (CVS), Market Wrap, Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ), The Arms Race for AI Capital: How Anthropic, Goldman, and Private Equity Are Reshaping Investing, Value Stocks, Invesco S&P SmallCap Energy ETF (PSCE), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Rising Cost of Jet Fuel, FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS), KPP Newsletter, Memory Chips Stocks.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

China invoked its anti-sanctions law this week to block US blacklisting of its oil refiners, marking a significant escalation in the economic conflict running parallel to the Middle East military one. For global investors, this move signals that the US-China economic cold war is intensifying in ways that could reshape supply chains, commodities, and emerging market exposure.Today's Stocks & Topics: Sprott Uranium Miners ETF (URNM), Market Wrap, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (HMC), Should Young Investors Keep Buying?, PayPal Holdings, Inc. (PYPL), McKesson Corporation (MCK), The Petro Dollar, Franklin International Core Dividend Tilt Index ETF (DIVI), Inflation, Abbott Laboratories (ABT).Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Analysts are warning that markets are exhibiting 'misplaced euphoria' even as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East threaten an oil-driven economic slowdown. History shows that markets often fail to price in recession risk until it's too late—so how do you know when optimism becomes dangerous complacency?Today's Stocks & Topics: Diamondback Energy, Inc. (FANG), Market Wrap, Trading, Oklo Inc. (OKLO), Zoom Communications, Inc. (ZM), The Stock Market, Is a Recession Coming in 2026? How Markets Sleepwalk Into Economic Downturns, Becton, Dickinson and Company (BDX), Becton, Union Pacific Corporation (UNP), Valero Energy Corporation (VLO), Inflation.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

US manufacturing input costs hit their highest level in four years in April, even as the sector broadly held steady—a classic precursor to stagflation where costs rise faster than growth. For investors, stagflation is one of the most difficult macro environments to navigate, and understanding it now could be the most important financial move you make this year.Today's Stocks & Topics: Pacer US Cash Cows 100 ETF (COWZ), Markt Wrap, Space X IPO, Fiserv, Inc. (FISV), Terex Corporation (TEX), How to Invest During Stagflation: What Rising Manufacturing Costs Mean for Your Portfolio, E.L.F. Beauty, Inc. (ELF), Shopify Inc. (SHOP), Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF), Customers Bancorp, Inc. (CUBI), How Companies Survive Without Profits, Q1 GDP Growth Rate.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Global aluminum supply is tightening fast, and investors are starting to notice. The real question is whether this is just a short-term commodity spike…or the beginning of a major re-rating in aluminum stocks.Today's Stocks & Topics: Carrier Global Corporation (CARR), Market Wrap, Adobe Inc. (ADBE), Bay Area Rental Market, NVR, Inc. (NVR), The Aluminum Crisis of 2026: Why Aluminum Prices are Skyrocketing, Vanguard S&P 500 Growth Index Fund ETF Shares (VOOG), Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund ETF Shares (VTI), Shorting, ASML Holding N.V. (ASML), Private Equity.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out Scribe and use my code scribe.how/invest for a great deal: https://scribe.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

While Western nations grapple with the fallout from the Iran conflict, China's clean tech exporters are cashing in, and its industrial profits are still growing — all while Beijing quietly expands its economic pressure toolkit under cover of a trade truce with Trump. We unpack China's strategic positioning and what it means for global trade and US investors.Today's Stocks & Topics: PIMCO Dynamic Income Fund (PDI), Market Wrap, Welltower Inc. (WELL), China's Calculated Play: How Beijing Is Turning the Iran War into an Economic Advantage, WEC Energy Group, Inc. (WEC), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Chevron Corporation (CVX), Oil Mayors, KPP Newsletter, Kimbell Royalty Partners, LP (KRP), Intel Corporation (INTC).Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Soaring European power prices driven by the Iran conflict are sending governments and investors scrambling toward solar and other renewables at a pace never seen before. We explore whether this energy shock represents a permanent turning point for clean energy investment or just a temporary spike in interest.Today's Stocks & Topics: Bank of America Corporation (BAC), Market Wrap, WisdomTree Enhanced Commodity Strategy Fund (GCC), Will the Iran War Be the Catalyst That Finally Supercharges the Green Energy Transition?, Teck Resources Limited (TECK), The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW), Covered Call Options, Economic Growth Numbers, Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU), GDP Ratio.Our Sponsors:* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Nearly 40% of landlords are now offering concessions to attract tenants — free months of rent, waived fees, gift cards — a sign that the apartment market is fundamentally shifting in favor of renters after years of landlord dominance. We break down what this tells us about housing supply, shelter inflation, and the investment case for real estate right now.Today's Stocks & Topics: Taseko Mines Limited (TGB), Market Wrap, Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER), iShares Core MSCI EAFE IMI Index ETF (TSX:XEF), The Apartment Concession Wave: What Record Landlord Giveaways Tell Us About the Rental Market, Quantum Computing Inc. (QUBT), IonQ, Inc. (IONQ), VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT), Trading.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Iran war has reshuffled the global energy order, handing OPEC's coveted swing producer role to the United States. We explore what this geopolitical shift means for domestic energy stocks, oil prices, and long-term energy independence.Today's Stocks & Topics: Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSM), Market Wrap, Strategies for Tax Loss Harvesting, America's New Oil Crown: How the Iran War Made the US the World's Swing Producer, Aehr Test Systems Inc. (AEHR), America is Losing Conference on Retirement, Franco-Nevada Corporation (FNV), Stock Market Valuation, Dividend Stocks or Price Appreciation.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

SpaceX and OpenAI are heading for the public markets with combined valuations approaching 3 trillion dollars; but by the time retail investors get access, has the real opportunity already passed? We will break down the IPO cycle most investors don't understand, why hype distorts valuation, and the five things you should watch before buying into any mega-IPO.Today's Stocks & Topics: Perusahaan Perseroan (Persero) PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia Tbk (TLK), Market Wrap, VICI Properties Inc. (VICI), Top 5 Technical Indicators, The Mega IPO Setup: What SpaceX and OpenAI Really Mean for Your Money, AstraZeneca PLC (AZN), AbbVie Inc. (ABBV), Sunbelt Rentals Holdings, Inc. (SUNB), Roth vs. Traditional I-R-S.*Correction: In this episode, we incorrectly stated that Robinhood was worth $2 billion. At the time of airing, Robinhood's market capitalization was approximately $75 billion.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Citadel Securities is reportedly exploring prediction markets as trading scales up, a development that could fundamentally change how financial markets incorporate real-world event probabilities into prices. We will examine what prediction markets are, how they work, and what their mainstream adoption means for investors.Also in this podcast: INTU - Intuit Inc., AMAT - Applied Materials Inc., BKNG - Booking Holdings Inc., AMD - Advanced Micro Devices Inc.; also, a listener question on 'asset allocation'; plus Luke's MARKET WRAP UP, and his topic talking points: “Consumer Sentiment” and “AI Investment Decisions Warning”; and Luke reviewed treasury rates, metal prices, and oil and gas prices. Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Goldman Sachs data shows hedge funds poured $86 billion into stocks as Iran peace hopes grew, representing one of the largest buying surges in recent memory. We examine what this massive institutional move tells us about market sentiment, and whether retail investors should follow or be cautious when the smart money rushes in.Today's Stocks & Topics: Core & Main, Inc. (CNM), Market Wrap, Trump and the Economy, Hedge Funds Poured $86 Billion Into Stocks — Should You Follow the Smart Money?, VanEck Alternative Asset Manager ETF (GPZ), Medtronic plc (MDT), Abbott Laboratories (ABT), Jobs and Immigration Crackdown, Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN), The Home Depot, Inc. (HD), The Global Economy.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Some grocery chains are deploying AI to slash food waste and improve profit margins, a trend that reflects a broader shift in how artificial intelligence is creating real, measurable returns in unexpected corners of the economy. We examine how AI-driven operational efficiency is becoming a competitive moat — and what it means for investors looking beyond the obvious AI plays.Today's Stocks & Topics: MNTN, Inc. (MNTN), Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP), Market Wrap, Technical Indicators, Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), AI in the Aisles: How Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming Retail Profit Margins, iShares Ultra Short Duration Bond Active ETF (ICSH) vs. Money Market Accounts, Alarm.com Holdings, Inc. (ALRM), Target Corporation (TGT), Deglobalization.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Plaud AI and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://plaud.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Millions of Americans change jobs every year without fully claiming the retirement contributions, unvested stock, and other compensation they've earned — and it adds up to billions in lost wealth over a lifetime. We break down the key financial steps every worker should take before handing in their resignation letter.Today's Stocks & Topics: Avis Budget Group, Inc. (CAR), Market Wrap, iShares MSCI Switzerland ETF (EWL), Franklin FTSE Switzerland ETF (FLSW), Tractor Supply Company (TSCO), What Happens to Your 401k When You Leave a Job?, Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI), ServiceNow, Inc. (NOW), Intel Corporation (INTC), Energy Forecast, Badger Meter, Inc. (BMI), Private Credit.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.Today's Stocks & Topics: Precious Metals, Petrochemical Companies, Rollover 403b to Roth I-R-A, Preferred Stocks, Bitcoin, Investing Apps, Are We In Trouble?, Stock Valuation, Retirement, Alternative Investment: Groundfloor, Union Business Cycle, Buying Credit Cards Companies, 401/457 Plans, Roth I-R-A Contributions, Covered Call Strategy, SEPP-72t.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.Today's Stocks & Topics: Residential Real Estate in Bay Area, Portfolio Management, Bitcoin, Three-Buckets Retirement Strategy, CD Rates, Changing Taxes Status, Oil Field Services, Saving for Retirement, How to Short a Stock, Safe Haven Investment, Liquidity, Monetizing Debt, International Exposure, Options & Capital Gains, Covered Calls ETFs.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Despite an Iran war, a Hormuz blockade, oil topping $100, and failed peace talks, the stock market has shown remarkable resilience — leaving many investors puzzled and cautious in equal measure. We dig into what's really holding markets up and whether this resilience is a sign of strength or dangerous complacency.Today's Stocks & Topics: TransMedics Group, Inc. (TMDX), Arxis, Inc. Class A Common Stock (ARXS), Market Wrap, Carriage Services, Inc. (CSV), Addus HomeCare Corporation (ADUS), National HealthCare Corporation (NHC), The Resilient Market Paradox: Why Stocks Keep Holding Up Despite Chaos, Universal Display Corporation (OLED), Oracle Corporation (ORCL), US Jobless Claims, Cavco Industries, Inc. (CVCO), U.S. Day Trading Rules.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Research shows that children who develop healthy relationships with money early in life end up in significantly better financial shape as adults, yet most schools still don't teach personal finance. We explore practical strategies for instilling sound financial habits in kids and how those habits compound over a lifetime.Today's Stocks & Topics: CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (CX), Market Wrap, Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), Comcast Corporation (CMCSA), Space X IPO, Is a Custodial Investment Account Right for Your Kids?, National Healthcare Properties, Inc. (NHP), Defense Spending, Vanguard Emerging Markets Stock Index Fund Admiral Shares (VEMAX), Palomar Holdings, Inc. (PLMR).Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The IRS has published its official list of occupations that qualify for the new 'no tax on tips' provision, giving millions of service workers potential tax relief. We examine the economic impact of this policy, who really benefits, and what it might mean for consumer spending patterns.Today's Stocks & Topics: Dutch Bros Inc. (BROS), Market Wrap, Nestlé S.A. (NSRGF), Nestlé S.A. (NSRGY), No Tax on Tips: What the IRS Ruling Actually Means for Workers and the Economy, HF Sinclair Corporation (DINO), The International Monetary Fund and Global Economy, Sandisk Corporation (SNDK), Western Digital Corporation (WDC), The Curve Steepener and the War.Our Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Navigating the stock market and building a secure financial future can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to do it alone. Welcome to InvestTalk. Every weekday, we provide unbiased financial guidance, break down market trends, and most importantly, answer your questions live. Whether you are wondering about asset allocation, retirement planning, or a specific stock, we are here to help you make smarter money decisions.Independent thinking and shared success start right here. Hit that "Follow" button so you never miss an episode, and let's start building your wealth today.Call 888-99-CHART to hear your questions answered live on the show.Independent Thinking, Shared Success | InvestTalk.comOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Companies like CrowdStrike are taking advantage of their struggling stock prices by increasing buyback activity, reflecting management confidence despite market volatility. This trend raises questions about whether corporate buybacks signal attractive entry points for investors.Today's Stocks & Topics: AppLovin Corporation (APP), Market Wrap, Hess Midstream LP (HESM), MPLX LP (MPLX), Roblox Corporation (RBLX), Do Corporate Stock Buybacks Signal Attractive Entry Points for Investors?, Sysco Corporation (SYY), ICICI Bank Limited (IBN), Interest Rates.Introducing our Third Annual InvestTalk Market Madness! Join the mayhem before May 18th at 11:59 pm PST for the chance to win $1,500! Fill out your bracket below: https://kppfinancial.com/investtalk-madnessOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The Iran crisis is forcing a fundamental reevaluation of global logistics and infrastructure investments as companies seek alternative supply routes. Shipping companies and logistics providers are adapting to new realities while infrastructure spending becomes increasingly strategic.Today's Stocks & Topics: iShares Gold Trust (IAU), Market Wrap, Atlassian Corporation (TEAM), Winmark Corporation (WINA), Enel SpA (ENLAY), Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK-B), The Shipping Stocks Supply Chain Crisis and Infrastructure Investment Opportunities, Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, KPP Newsletter, The Bobby Bonilla Story.Introducing our Third Annual InvestTalk Market Madness! Join the mayhem before May 18th at 11:59 pm PST for the chance to win $1,500! Fill out your bracket below: https://kppfinancial.com/investtalk-madnessOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Treasury yields are holding steady as traders assess mixed signals on Middle East de-escalation amid ongoing conflict uncertainties. The bond market is trying to balance safe-haven demand against persistent inflation concerns from energy price spikes.Today's Stocks & Topics: International Paper Company (IP), Market Wrap, Roche Holding AG (SWX:RO), Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Altria Group, Inc. (MO), What Are Treasury Bond Yields Forecasting for Investors in 2026?, Salesforce, Inc. (CRM), The U.S.-Iran Ceasefire and the U.S. Economy, HOA Fees.Introducing our Third Annual InvestTalk Market Madness! Join the mayhem before May 18th at 11:59 pm PST for the chance to win $1,500! Fill out your bracket below: https://kppfinancial.com/investtalk-madnessOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

The US labor market posted its largest jobs gain in 15 months, showing remarkable resilience despite escalating Middle East tensions. However, analysts warn that prolonged geopolitical conflicts could create headwinds for future employment growth.Today's Stocks & Topics: NiSource Inc. (NI), Market Wrap, 101 Technical Analysis and Chart Reading, Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL), Dividend vs. Value Investment, Foreign vs. Domestic Investments, Employment Growth 2026: Jobs Resilience Amid Geopolitical Crisis, Riley Exploration Permian, Inc. (REPX), McKesson Corporation (MCK), Treasuries, Intel Corporation (INTC), Enbridge Inc. (ENB).Introducing our Third Annual InvestTalk Market Madness! Join the mayhem before May 18th at 11:59 pm PST for the chance to win $1,500! Fill out your bracket below: https://kppfinancial.com/investtalk-madnessOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Trump's proposed 'historic' defense spending budget and escalating Middle East tensions are creating a new military investment cycle. The rescue operations and ongoing conflicts highlight increased demand for advanced military technology and aerospace capabilities.Today's Stocks & Topics: Alerian MLP ETF (AMLP), Market Wrap, Franklin FTSE Australia ETF (FLAU), Intel Corporation (INTC), Aerospace Defense Contractors: The New Military Investment Cycle, Strategy to Use During War, SS&C Technologies Holdings, Inc. (SSNC), 401k to Roth I-R-A Strategy, U.S. Wealth, Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM), March Jobs Report.Introducing our Third Annual InvestTalk Market Madness! Join the mayhem before May 18th at 11:59 pm PST for the chance to win $1,500! Fill out your bracket below: https://kppfinancial.com/investtalk-madnessOur Sponsors:* Check out Anthropic: https://claude.ai/invest* Check out Pebl: https://hipebl.ai* Check out Quince: https://quince.com/invest* Check out TruDiagnostic and use my code INVEST20 for a great deal: https://www.trudiagnostic.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

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