Martiak Market Update

Welcome everyone to the Martiak Market Update with your host Mark Martiak. Mark is a Managing Director of Investments with AGP/Alliance Global Partners, a registered investment adviser and broker-dealer, member of FINRA/SIPC. This show will explore topics ranging from market updates to the global economy and personal finance. Money is knowledge, and Mark wants to help you navigate your relationship with money by offering timely guidance and his unique perspective. Here's Mark Martiak. Mark speaking: Welcome. Thank you for joining me as we discuss key trends shaping our industries and markets. It's been a humanitarian crisis for the people of Ukraine, many of whom have faced devastation as the Russian invasion and war entered a third week. You hear a lot about economic sanctions that have been put in place by countries including the U.S.. During this program, I want to look at sanctions placed on Russia's Oligarchs who are on the move amid a global dragnet that Western governments have cast to ensnare their yachts, villas, jets, and bank accounts. You May HaveWondered: What is a Russian Oligarch?Oligarchs — or extremely wealthy business leaders who are politically connected — http://www.case-research.eu/upload/publikacja_plik/4931074_SA%20296last.pdf (became) http://www.case-research.eu/upload/publikacja_plik/4931074_SA%20296last.pdf (more prominent) in Russia in the 1990s, but they are not unique to Russia.  Many Russian oligarchs are heavily involved in and benefit from Russian President https://www.cbsnews.com/news/vladimir-putin-russia-ukraine-dwindling-options-isolation/ (Vladimir) https://www.cbsnews.com/news/vladimir-putin-russia-ukraine-dwindling-options-isolation/ (Putin's regime), with some serving in political positions. For example, when Putin opened a new bridge to Crimea in 2018 — a region https://www.cbsnews.com/news/ukraine-russia-invasion-what-you-need-to-know/ (Russia had annexed) from Ukraine in 2014 — the bridge was built by his friend Arkady Rotenberg's company and the truck he drove across it was made by Sergei Chemezov's state corporation Rostec, according to https://carnegiemoscow.org/commentary/76555 (The) https://carnegiemoscow.org/commentary/76555 (Carnegie Moscow Center,) a think-tank that focuses on domestic and foreign policy. There is often a line of succession for oligarchs in politics. For example, Dmitry Patrushev, the son of Russian Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev, was appointed as Russia's minister of agriculture, according to The Carnegie Moscow Center.   Numerous Russian oligarchs and government officials were sanctioned by the U.S. in 2018, in part for the regime's occupation of Crimea and for continuing to instigate violence in Ukraine, https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sm0338 (according to the U.S.) https://home.treasury.gov/news/press-releases/sm0338 (Treasury Department), which announced the sanctions. Rotenberg's son and Patruskev were included in that round of sanctions for their involvement with the regime.  "Russian oligarchs and elites who profit from this corrupt system will no longer be insulated from the consequences of their government's destabilizing activities," Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin said in a press release about those sanctions. (1) The Biden administration announced it would expand its sanctions on Russian oligarchs, further taking aim at Putin's close-knit, elite network. The Biden administration blames the oligarchs for providing the resources critical to supporting Putin's invasion. "Treasury is committed to holding Russian elites to account for their support of President Putin's war of choice," said Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. "Today, across the U.S. government and in coordination with partners and allies, we are demonstrating our commitment to impose massive costs on Putin's closest confidants...

Mark speaking: I am Mark Martiak, and this is the Martiak Market Update. Welcome back and a festive welcome to the year 2022. Thank you for joining me as we discuss key trends shaping our industries and markets. Today I have the pleasure of welcoming Bradford Pineault, CFA a Capital Markets Strategist for the Fidelity Institutional Asset Management team. Our conversation today will focus on the 2022 Market Outlook and what it may mean to your investment portfolio. Before we begin, allow me to tell you a little bit about Brad. For the past four years, Brad is responsible for delivering timely market and economic commentary to Fidelity Institutional Asset Management clients across the country. He is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®), has his master's in management from Bryant University and B.S. degree in Finance from UMASS Dartmouth. Welcome Brad. Format: Interview will take place with Mark asking Brad the following timely questions related to financial markets and what it means for Investors. Will follow the guidelines of when speaking with the media and keep the conversation away from mentioning specific situations, publicly traded companies, or stocks. 1. What do historical trends suggest that investors in equities could see in 2022? 2. What is your base case for economic activity in 2022 as it relates to corporate fundamentals? 3. Unprecedented level of Fiscal support is ending, but organic drivers of macro growth are increasingly present – can you elaborate? 4. Will Fed monetary policy accommodate 3 or 4 rate hikes in 2022? A. In March? B. What could prevent the Fed from raising the fed funds rate in March or during the first half of 2022? 5. 10-year real yields remain negative, which should provide a positive catalyst for continued economic activity – can you elaborate on this? 6. What is the forecast for large cap growth stocks this year? 7. Can you discuss how small cap growth and small cap value does in a rising interest rate environment? 8. What is your outlook for international equities? 9. Given the rising interest rate backdrop, what can Investors expect from having bond allocations in their investment portfolios?

On today's episode, Mark Martiak welcomes special guest Jordan Jackson, Vice President and Global Market Strategist on the JP Morgan Asset Management Global Markets Insights Strategy Team to discuss inflation and what it can mean for your investment portfolio. Jordan is responsible for delivering timely market and economic commentary to JP Morgan Asset Management clients across the country and he has authored several papers on the economy and markets, with a focus on public fixed income and monetary policy and is often quoted in the financial press.  ----- Connect with Mark Twitter: @premieradvisor Facebook: @premieradvisormmartiak IG: @premieradvisor  ----- Learn more about Mark www.markmartiak.com  ----- Click here to subscribe to the Martiak Market Update podcast on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Have you received stock options as part of your compensation and wondered what's the best way to handle them? Join Mark Martiak and special guest Bruce Brumberg, Editor in Chief and Co-Founder of MyStockOptions.com as they help answer key questions as it relates to equity compensation.  ----- Connect with Mark Twitter: @premieradvisor Facebook: @premieradvisormmartiak IG: @premieradvisor  ----- Learn more about Mark https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.markmartiak.com&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=MeRryC5KSCX2yLo6DdzscdRdaQgV12Qi2dHhHQt9mEY&e= (www.markmartiak.com) Learn more about Bruce www.mystockoptions.com  ----- Click here to subscribe to the Martiak Market Update podcast on https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__podcasts.apple.com_us_podcast_martiak-2Dmarket-2Dupdate_id1345085395&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=SWxDj6FeeA0EFkvUjvT4LtSuzI2qsu6JH-scNXtkxEY&e= (iTunes), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__open.spotify.com_show_36QCAQUYCipH57HNG1PxHs&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=ZtHdSo6_zK7J95IwMASgWFGLbY6gPerMDW0iRnv0Rdo&e= (Spotify), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (YouTube), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (Google Podcasts) or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Today I'd like to take you on a deep dive into the current IPO market and some tips if you want to dip your toes into it.  ----- Connect with Mark Twitter: @premieradvisor Facebook: @premieradvisormmartiak IG: @premieradvisor  ----- Learn more about Mark https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.markmartiak.com&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=MeRryC5KSCX2yLo6DdzscdRdaQgV12Qi2dHhHQt9mEY&e= (www.markmartiak.com)  ----- Click here to subscribe to the Martiak Market Update podcast on https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__podcasts.apple.com_us_podcast_martiak-2Dmarket-2Dupdate_id1345085395&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=SWxDj6FeeA0EFkvUjvT4LtSuzI2qsu6JH-scNXtkxEY&e= (iTunes), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__open.spotify.com_show_36QCAQUYCipH57HNG1PxHs&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=ZtHdSo6_zK7J95IwMASgWFGLbY6gPerMDW0iRnv0Rdo&e= (Spotify), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (YouTube), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (Google Podcasts) or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Join Mark Martiak as he takes a deeper look into the retail trading app Robinhood and to discuss some of the reasons why Millennials and Gen Z are flocking to app based personal finance tools.  ----- Connect with Mark Twitter: @premieradvisor Facebook: @premieradvisormmartiak IG: @premieradvisor  ----- Learn more about Mark https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.markmartiak.com&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=MeRryC5KSCX2yLo6DdzscdRdaQgV12Qi2dHhHQt9mEY&e= (www.markmartiak.com)  ----- Click here to subscribe to the Martiak Market Update podcast on https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__podcasts.apple.com_us_podcast_martiak-2Dmarket-2Dupdate_id1345085395&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=SWxDj6FeeA0EFkvUjvT4LtSuzI2qsu6JH-scNXtkxEY&e= (iTunes), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__open.spotify.com_show_36QCAQUYCipH57HNG1PxHs&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=ZtHdSo6_zK7J95IwMASgWFGLbY6gPerMDW0iRnv0Rdo&e= (Spotify), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (YouTube), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (Google Podcasts) or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Millennials are reaching their prime working and spending years. In this episode join Mark Martiak to learn some practical tips and tools to help navigate investing in volatile markets.  ----- Connect with Mark Twitter: @premieradvisor Facebook: @premieradvisormmartiak IG: @premieradvisor  ----- Learn more about Mark https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=http-3A__www.markmartiak.com&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=MeRryC5KSCX2yLo6DdzscdRdaQgV12Qi2dHhHQt9mEY&e= (www.markmartiak.com)  ----- Click here to subscribe to the Martiak Market Update podcast on https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__podcasts.apple.com_us_podcast_martiak-2Dmarket-2Dupdate_id1345085395&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=SWxDj6FeeA0EFkvUjvT4LtSuzI2qsu6JH-scNXtkxEY&e= (iTunes), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__open.spotify.com_show_36QCAQUYCipH57HNG1PxHs&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=ZtHdSo6_zK7J95IwMASgWFGLbY6gPerMDW0iRnv0Rdo&e= (Spotify), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (YouTube), https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.youtube.com_user_premieradvisor&d=DwMFaQ&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=BeIqyevqhaTdKxyqq2tZKJDkfEg2e7gn3DNJxvJbbLE&m=p4nQDTM_cj4kqTwAXpeNbqTR8pfCCH1SFIcJHEV-X7A&s=oEBBxzoVoFy0kXz3R2bQmJeQv338oiOgL3g5LHtFlNM&e= (Google Podcasts), https://www.stitcher.com/show/martiak-market-update (Stitcher) or wherever you listen to podcasts.

In the long run, welcoming immigrants is a good investment for the United States. The entire history of the country demonstrates this fact. But why the immigrants are important for our economy? Let's dive in together.   Learn more about Mark Martiak Follow Mark on Twitter Mark Martiak on Facebook 

In this Martiak Market Update Podcast, I discuss Why the Fed Held Interest Rates Steady in early August, but Defying Trump, Signaled Increases to Come. What Does It Mean for The Fed Chairman, Jerome H. Powell, who has been under attack from President Trump over the Fed’s interest rate increases? Preview what happens next when the Fed meets again in late September.   Learn more about Mark Martiak Follow Mark on Twitter Mark Martiak on Facebook

Why Bank Stocks are having a run of Subpar Results? I'll try to answer this question in details. Tune in to find out more.   Learn more about Mark Martiak Follow Mark on Twitter Mark Martiak on Facebook     

With the new GOP Tax Plan many people are wondering "Can I still deduct my home equity line of credit?" or just "How do you I know if I can deduct the Home Equity Line of Credit interest?" In episode 12, I'll guide you through Home Equity Loan and answer some questions about home equity debt.   Learn more about Mark Martiak Follow Mark on Twitter Mark Martiak on Facebook 

The U.S. currently has the highest inflation rate in the world among develop nations and it keeps rising every day more and more. What impact does inflation have on the market?   Learn more about Mark Martiak Follow Mark on Twitter Mark Martiak on Facebook 

Making mistakes is just a part of life, and that includes making mistakes with your money. But remember, mistakes are learning opportunities. In this podcast, you'll learn about some of the most common money mistakes, and how you can avoid them.     

Earlier this month, President Trump announced that he is imposing tariffs of 25% on steel imports and 10% on aluminum imports. What does that mean for the market?

Berkshire Hathaway CEO and business mogul Warren Buffett has a serious following as a business leader and, according to one data scientist, Buffett is a master at communicating effectively and inspiring others to perform. What's this self-made billionaire's secret?

What's an alternative investment? Can it improve your portfolio? When is the right time to include it? This episode of Martiak Market Update explains the what, when, why and how's of alternative investments.

We all know how annoying tax season can be. But did you know a financial advisor can help you with your tax strategy and maximize your savings? This episode reveals the surprising ways how.    

The millennial generation gets a bad rap when it comes to the topic of financial responsibility. In Episode 5 - Millennials, we talk about this generation, the challenge they face with financial literacy, and the truth about robo advisors. 

It was a chaotic week for the stock market, but what in the world happened?! After more than a year of gradual to solid gains, investors suddenly discovered that stocks can go down, sharply. Ep. 4: The Market Sell-Off explains why stocks fell and what investors should know. 

2017 was a good year for the stock market, but what does 2018 have in store for us? 

What is Bitcoin? Martiak Market Update: Bitcoin dives into this new innovative payment network and new kind of money.

Martiak Market Update discusses the top trends shaping the global financial markets and economies. This podcast explores topics ranging from market updates, to the economy and personal finance. Money is knowledge, and I understand life happens and this program will help you navigate your relationship with money, with timely guidance and a unique perspective.