Podcasts about consumer sentiment

There's a lot of cash sitting on the sidelines in low-yield savings accounts, earning next to nothing. Instead of settling for 0.05% interest, we explore more savvy options like high-yield savings accounts, money market funds, short-term CDs, and Treasury bonds. We break down the difference between saving and investing and why your idle Venmo balance might be doing more harm than good.In market news, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, consumer sentiment is on the rise, retail sales are falling, and housing starts saw a steep drop. Meanwhile, markets reacted to global uncertainty after President Trump abruptly left the G7 summit in Canada to address rising tensions between Israel and Iran, triggering a Tuesday selloff.We also delve into a recent Gallup poll which reveals how Americans are allowing political leanings to influence their financial decisions. We unpack the risks of trading on headlines, the long-term performance of buy-and-hold strategies across administrations, and why letting politics dictate your portfolio could cost you over time.Rounding out the show, the “Henssler Money Talks” hosts break down the true cost of pet ownership. While we would all take a bullet for our furry family members, everything from food, toys and routine care to dental work and emergency surgeries could run anywhere from $15,000 to $55,000 over a pet's lifetime. But it's not all bad news—there may be a veterinary sector play worth watching, with fewer restrictions than traditional pharmaceutical companies.Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.Henssler Money Talks — June 21, 2025  |  Season 39, Episode 25Timestamps and Chapters5:53: Don't Let Your Cash Nap: Smarter Ways to Save24:13: Rates on Hold, Markets on Edge36:49: Left, Right, or Buy-and-Hold?43:45: Fur Babies and Financial RealitiesFollow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ 

Discover why consumer sentiment rose for the first time in a year.  Are you investing well for financial freedom...or not? Financial freedom is a combination of money, compounding and time (my McT Formula). How well you invest, makes a huge difference to your financial future and lifestyle. If you only knew where to invest for the long-term, what a difference it would make, because the difference between investing $100k and earning 5 percent or 10 percent on your money over 30 years, is the difference between it growing to $432,194 or $1,744,940, an increase of over $1.3 million dollars. Your compounding rate, and how well you invest, matters!  INTERESTED IN THE BE WEALTHY & SMART VIP EXPERIENCE? - Invest in stock ETFs, private equity and digital assets for potential high compounding rates - Asset allocation model with ticker symbols and % to invest -Monthly LIVE investment webinars with Linda, with Q & A -Private VIP Facebook group with daily interaction -Weekly investment commentary from Linda -Optional 1-on-1 tech team support for digital assets -Join, pay once, have lifetime access! NO recurring fees. -US and foreign investors, no minimum $ amount to invest For a limited time, enjoy a 50% savings on my private investing group, the Be Wealthy & Smart VIP Experience. Pay once and enjoy lifetime access without any additional cost. Enter "SAVE50" to save 50% here: http://tinyurl.com/InvestingVIP Or have a complimentary conversation to answer your questions. Request a free appointment to talk with Linda here: https://tinyurl.com/TalkWithLinda (yes, you talk to Linda!). WANT HELP AVOIDING IRS AUDITS? #Ad Stop worrying about IRS audits and get advance warning at Crypto Tax Audit, here. PLEASE REVIEW THE PODCAST ON ITUNES If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe and leave a review. I love hearing from you! I so appreciate it! SUBSCRIBE TO BE WEALTHY & SMART Click Here to Subscribe Via iTunes Click Here to Subscribe Via Stitcher on an Android Device Click Here to Subscribe Via RSS Feed   PLEASE LEAVE A BOOK REVIEW FOR THE CRYPTO INVESTING BOOK Get my book, "3 Steps to Quantum Wealth: The Wealth Heiress' Guide to Financial Freedom by Investing in Cryptocurrencies". After you purchase the book, go here for your Crypto Book bonus: https://lindapjones.com/bookbonus PLEASE LEAVE A BOOK REVIEW FOR WEALTH BOOK Leave a book review on Amazon here. Get my book, “You're Already a Wealth Heiress, Now Think and Act Like One: 6 Practical Steps to Make It a Reality Now!” Men love it too! After all, you are Wealth Heirs. :) Available for purchase on Amazon. International buyers (if you live outside of the US) get my book here. WANT MORE FROM LINDA? Check out her programs. Join her on Instagram. WEALTH LIBRARY OF PODCASTS Listen to the full wealth library of podcasts from the beginning. Use the search bar in the upper right corner of the page to search topics. SPECIAL DEALS #Ad Apply for a Gemini credit card and get FREE XRP back (or any crypto you choose) when you use the card. Charge $3000 in first 90 days and earn $200 in crypto rewards when you use this link to apply and are approved: https://tinyurl.com/geminixrp This is a credit card, NOT a debit card. There are great rewards. Set your choice to EARN FREE XRP! #Ad Protect yourself online with a Virtual Private Network (VPN). Get 3 MONTHS FREE when you sign up for a NORD VPN plan here.  #Ad To safely and securely store crypto, I recommend using a Tangem wallet. Get a 10% discount when you purchase here. #Ad If you are looking to simplify your crypto tax reporting, use Koinly. It is highly recommended and so easy for tax reporting. You can save $20, click here. Be Wealthy & Smart,™ is a personal finance show with self-made millionaire Linda P. Jones, America's Wealth Mentor.™ Learn simple steps that make a big difference to your financial freedom.  (Some links are affiliate links. There is no additional cost to you.)

Shoot us a Text.Episode #1071: In today's episode, we unpack April's surprising EV registration drop, spotlight top dealership strategies driving service and parts growth, and break down a fresh consumer sentiment boost that still comes with caution.Automotive News' Top 100 Service and Parts Dealer Groups show that there's no single path to growing service and parts revenue—but that tailored strategies, tech investments, and a laser focus on training can deliver huge results.Murgado Automotive boosted revenue 45% by empowering service directors and emphasizing speed, transparency, and convenience.Holman's 48% increase stemmed from employee training, technician retention, and use of myKaarma software across all stores.Kunes Auto Group drove a 33% bump through acquisitions and leveraging DealerFenix to standardize metrics and processes.All three groups focused on increasing customer-pay work, tire sales, and throughput efficiency.“It's all the little things that add up to the big things later on,” said Murgado CEO Mario Murgado.Top 10 - Autonation, Penske, Lithia, Hendrick, Asbury, Group 1, Sonic, Morgan, Holman, OurismanOther friends - 13 - McGovern, 27 - Ciocca, 33- RML, 35 - Bergstrom, 44 - Premier Automotive, 47 - Walser, 66 - Sam Pack, 69 - CMA, 74 - RohrmanFor the first time in over a year, U.S. electric vehicle registrations fell in April. While some brands like Chevrolet saw gains, overall adoption continues to hit a ceiling amid consumer hesitation.EV registrations dropped 4.4% year-over-year to 97,833, marking a 6.6% market share.Tesla saw a 16% decline, with major drops in Model Y and Cybertruck registrations.Chevrolet more than tripled its numbers, led by strong demand for the Equinox and Blazer EVs.S&P's Tom Libby notes the EV segment is hitting a “demand ceiling” around 5,000 units/month per model.“There's a lot of influences working against EVs right now,” Libby said, citing charging concerns and wavering government support.After half a year of sliding confidence, American consumers are feeling a bit more upbeat. A new report shows a sizable sentiment jump in June—but lingering doubts about the broader economy are hard to ignore.According to the University of Michigan, consumer sentiment rose 15.9% from May to 60.5, the highest level since December 2024.The increase was across age, income, region, and political affiliation, with expectations for both short and long-term business conditions seeing the steepest gains.Analysts credit a perceived easing of tariff pressure and slowing inflation for the positive shift.However, consumer sentiment, opinions on current economic conditions, and consumer expectations for the future are all still down YoY“Despite this month's notable improvement, consumers remain guarded and concJoin Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier every morning for the Automotive State of the Union podcast as they connect the dots across car dealerships, retail trends, emerging tech like AI, and cultural shifts—bringing clarity, speed, and people-first insight to automotive leaders navigating a rapidly changing industry.Get the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/

Kia ora,Welcome to Monday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand.I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz.And today we lead with news the hot-war tensions in the Middle East from Israel's attack on Iran has generated substantial financial market reaction. And a 'hot' war between Israel and Iran could go on for a very long time. The first three days may only be the startThe gold price has jumped. The oil price has soared. Equity prices are falling, although the futures market suggests Wall Street may open tomorrow unchanged. Bond yields are up after an earlier risk-aversion fall. The US dollar has been falling but is now in a wavering phase.Coming up this shortened week locally are a first look at May inflation with the selected price indexes, and on Thursday, Q1-2025 GDP. Expect a +0.7% expansion from Q4-2024. And there will be a full dairy auction on Wednesday.Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East will remain in focus next week following Israel's strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, heightening fears of a broader regional conflict. Markets will also be closely watching any progress on trade negotiations between the US and its key partners.Meanwhile, attention shifts to the G7 Summit in Canada, where leaders of the world's largest economies will meet to discuss major global challenges. But one not on the formal agenda is the US's trade war with these allies. Of course it will be a hot topic in non-official discussions. Of special interest will be the meeting between Australia's Albanese and Trump.It's also a busy week for monetary policy decisions. The US Federal Reserve (4.50%), People's Bank of China (LPR 3.0%), Bank of Japan (0.5%), and Bank of England (4.25%) are all expected to keep interest rates unchanged. Decisions are also due from central banks in Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, Turkey, Brazil, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Taiwan. On the data front, we get China's industrial production and retail sales, and Japan's trade data.Australia's May labour market data will be updated on Thursday. So a lot to absorb this week irrespective of the uncertainties swirling over the hot wars.Bur first in China, their banks extended ¥620 biln in new yuan loans in May, up from ¥280 bln in April, but that was the lowest level for that month since 2005. Despite the monthly rebound, the May new loan figure was way less than the expected ¥850 bln, and even lower than the ¥950 bln in May 2024. Low interest rates are not encouraging lending. The average rate in May was little-changed at 1.55%.Japanese industrial production also fell in April from March, down -1.1%, but remained +0.5% higher than a year ago.Malaysian retail sales were up +4.7% in April from a year ago, but as good as that sounds it is the weakest year-on-year rise since May 2023. And these gains are before inflation, which is running in Malaysia at only +1.4%.In the US was news American consumer sentiment improved in early June from May in the widely-followed University of Michigan survey which was taken June 2-7, 2025. Although this is the first improvement in the past six months, it is off a record low and is still -11% lower than year-ago levels. This survey pre-dates the current crises. And it predates the widespread (2000+) series of well-attended protest rallies in the US (attended by up to 5 mln people), even in the face of an assassination of one Democrat lawmaker and the attempted assassination of another. Given the Proud Boys Telegram chatter, this isn't so surprising.On the US West Coast, container traffic at the large Los Angeles shipping terminals fell in May. Import traffic was down -19% from April, down -9% from a year ago. Export loadings were down -5% from a year ago. (The Long Beach May data isn't available yet but it is likely to be similar.)North of the border, and perhaps somewhat surprisingly, Canadian vehicle purchases rose in April to 195,700, the highest level since June 2019. Perhaps this is boosted by buyers wanting to avoid tariff-related price hikes. The jump was country-wide and was +11% above the year-ago level.Meanwhile Canadian manufacturing sales fell -2.8% in April, with the tariff impacts starting to be felt. It was down -2.7% from a year ago. Recession risks are rising in Canada.EU industrial production sagged in April from March after a strong March gain, but managed to stay marginally higher than year-ago levels. The EU publishes this data on a volume basis, so this is a 'real' gain.Finally we should probably note that the price of lithium carbonate has now crashed -90% from its giddy height in 2022. It is now back to late 2020 levels before the frenzy.The UST 10yr yield is now at 4.41%, and unchanged from Saturday.The price of gold will start today at US$3,430/oz, and down -US$3 from Saturday but up +US$115 from a week ago. In contrast the silver price at US$36.17/oz is little-changed from a week ago.American oil prices are holding higher, although down -50 USc from Saturday at just on US$73/bbl while the international Brent price is now just under US$74.50/bbl. These are large jumps from a week ago on the war risks. And the full assessment of supply risks are not yet understood, so this price could be volatile this week.The Kiwi dollar is now just under 60.2 USc, down -10 bps from Saturday. Against the Aussie we are unchanged at 92.7 AUc. Against the euro we are down -10 bps at 52.1 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today at over 67.9 and down -20 bps from Saturday (shifted a bit by a fall against the British pound).The bitcoin price starts today at US$105,794 and up +0.6% from Saturday. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been low at just on +/-0.8%.You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz.Kia ora. I'm David Chaston. And we will do this again tomorrow.

S&P Futures are trading lower this morning as global markets weaken following the Israeli strike on Iranian nuclear facilities. The escalation in Middle East tensions has battered risk sentiment, leading to broad declines across equity markets worldwide. While markets are negative on the news, the current expectation is that the conflict will not turn into a broader regional conflict. Oil and defense stock are higher this morning. On the economic from Euro inflation data continue to moderate and today's Consumer Sentiment data is being released after the markets open. The G7 meetings kick off on Sunday in Canada, markets will be paying attrition for trade teal announcements. On the earnings front, RH is higher while ADBE is lower after earnings release.

Elizabeth Renter and Jessica Kriegel discuss the Consumer Sentiment report, which came in better than expected. Elizabeth reiterates that this is preliminary data for June, and the final report could move lower—and that we are more inundated with data than ever before, which can impact short-term market moves. Jessica notes that the trade environment is like “driving through fog,” and is happy to see any good news.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

The AP's Jennifer King reports the latest survey finds consumer confidence is on the rise.

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Hello everyone, it's Bill Thompson – T Bill. Some of the things covered on today's session include: The financial and economic effect of Israel's attack on Iran.  Inflation lower than expected after tariffs.  Consumer Sentiment up. Number of new job openings unexpectedly rises.  The Nintendo Switch 2 has set a new video console sales record.  The Snow White remake has lost over $200 million.  Chick-Fil-A customers upset with new sauce packets. 

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Tariffs pose the most significant threat to consumer cyclical and basic materials sectors—such as retail, vehicles, chemicals, and metals, while sectors like consumer defensive, utilities, and healthcare are expected to weather the impact with limited damage. Today's Stocks & Topics: CEG - Constellation Energy Corp., RIO - Rio Tinto PLC ADR, Market Wrap, AMGN - Amgen Inc., Which US Stock Sectors Face the Greatest Risk from Tariffs?, CLX - Clorox Co., GGG - Graco Inc., China Deal, Consumer Sentiment, Health Sector, Oil Prices, CMI - Cummins Inc., Oil Production.Our Sponsors:* Check out Ka'Chava and use my code INVEST for a great deal: https://www.kachava.com* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We start with the latest reactions to the LA protests. The US Department has ordered consulates to resume processing Harvard visas. A new survey says consumer sentiment is in the black. Israel is preparing to deport the activists aboard the ‘Madleen' ship. Plus, we explain why a number of prisoners are set to be executed this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 In this episode of “Henssler Money Talks, we kick things off with a market update covering the latest Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) data, University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment readings, and ongoing trade talks impacting global markets. Then we sit down with estate planning attorney Christopher Reeves of Reeves Law, P.C. to break down the essentials of protecting and transferring wealth. From the core documents every estate plan needs — like wills and powers of attorney — to the differences between probate and non-probate assets, Chris explains it all in plain English. We dive into when and why you might need a trust, how various life scenarios affect your estate planning strategy, and how often you should a review of your plan. Whether you're married, single, have children, or just starting to think about the future, this episode offers practical insights for securing your legacy. Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty. Henssler Money Talks — June 7, 2025  |  Season 39, Episode 23  Timestamps and Chapters 1:58: Trade Talks with China, PCE Deflator, and Consumer Sentiment 22:43: Interview with Christopher Reeves, Esq. Follow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ 

For a while now, the "soft" data (like confidence surveys) have indicated worry that times are tough..But the "hard" data (like the unemployment rate, corporate profits, retail spending, etc) have shown that the economy is proving quite resilient.So why the discrepancy? And which data set should we be giving more weight to?For perspective, we're fortunate to welcome back to the program Joanne Hsu, Director of the Surveys of Consumers at the University of Michigan.If you've ever heard of the Univ of Michigan's highly influential Indices of Consumer Sentiment, Consumer Expectations, or Current Economic Conditions -- Joanne's in charge of those.WORRIED ABOUT THE MARKET? SCHEDULE YOUR FREE PORTFOLIO REVIEW with Thoughtful Money's endorsed financial advisors at https://www.thoughtfulmoney.com#sentiment #confidence #umich _____________________________________________ Thoughtful Money LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor Promoter.We produce educational content geared for the individual investor. It's important to note that this content is NOT investment advice, individual or otherwise, nor should be construed as such.We recommend that most investors, especially if inexperienced, should consider benefiting from the direction and guidance of a qualified financial advisor registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or state securities regulators who can develop & implement a personalized financial plan based on a customer's unique goals, needs & risk tolerance.IMPORTANT NOTE: There are risks associated with investing in securities.Investing in stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds, mutual funds, money market funds, and other types of securities involve risk of loss. Loss of principal is possible. Some high risk investments may use leverage, which will accentuate gains & losses. Foreign investing involves special risks, including a greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks and differences in accounting methods.A security's or a firm's past investment performance is not a guarantee or predictor of future investment performance.Thoughtful Money and the Thoughtful Money logo are trademarks of Thoughtful Money LLC.Copyright © 2025 Thoughtful Money LLC. All rights reserved.

S&P Futures are moving slightly lower this morning as the markets await a key inflation report. Trade talks are said to be continuing, with possible announcements in June. Trump tariffs while temporarily reinstated during the appeals process, are unlikely to receive a favorable ruling. The admin has already started to pivot to different provisions of the Trade Act in an effort to retain its tariff restrictions.  President Trump will be holding a press conference today at 1:30 pm as Elon Musk steps down from his role. On the economic front today are reports on PCE & Consumer Sentiment are due out. Earnings will be a key focus today. DELL, ULTA, DELL and SCHL are higher after their reports. Next week's earnings announcements include, SAIC, SIG, DG, HPE, CRWD, DLTR, PVH, FIVE, CIEN, DOCU, LULU & AVGO

Joel Bines breaks down Costco (COST) earnings beat and rising comp sales. “It continues to outperform its peers,” he says, and its success is due to its “myopic focus” on customer experience for 30 years. “This is almost entirely an execution story,” he adds, and thinks it has a substantial moat as long as it keeps up its strategy. He also takes a look at the latest Consumer Sentiment data.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

The Conference Board's latest consumer confidence index notched its highest monthly increase in four years. To be clear, it was coming off a five-year low in April, but the jump still represents cooling trade war anxieties among American consumers. Also in this episode: The U.S. isn't the only country experiencing rising bond yields, durable goods orders fell in April and first-time home owners in Houston are saddled with climate-related cost burdens.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future. 

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The Conference Board's latest consumer confidence index notched its highest monthly increase in four years. To be clear, it was coming off a five-year low in April, but the jump still represents cooling trade war anxieties among American consumers. Also in this episode: The U.S. isn't the only country experiencing rising bond yields, durable goods orders fell in April and first-time home owners in Houston are saddled with climate-related cost burdens.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future. 

Did you know that the median retail investor spends only six minutes researching a stock before buying it? Most of that time is spent staring at a price chart—often just the current day's movement. Nick compares the limited “research” many individual investors conduct to the extensive analysis performed by Henssler's research analysts.K.C. then takes a closer look at the “One Big Beautiful Bill” that passed the House of Representatives just hours before we recorded. We discuss the revised State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction cap, the increased Child Tax Credit, and the proposed tax break on tip income. While the bill's fate in the Senate remains uncertain, it appears that many of Trump's 2017 tax cuts may be extended.Last Friday, after the market closed, Moody's became the third major credit rating agency to downgrade the U.S. government's debt rating. The cut comes at a time when global confidence in U.S. debt is wavering, and Congress is debating a tax bill that could further increase the national debt. We examine what this downgrade means and whether it reflects actual investment risk.After the break, D.J. breaks down Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and explains why they're one of the most powerful tools for saving money—thanks to their unique triple tax benefit. While many people use HSAs to pay for health-care expenses as they arise, there are compelling advantages to covering those costs from other funds and allowing the HSA to accumulate, benefiting from tax-deferred growth over time.Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice, a seasoned communicator and host, on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.Henssler Money Talks — May 24, 2025  |  Season 39, Episode 21Timestamps and Chapters4:38: Impulse Investors26:31: House Approves One Big Beautiful Bill33:06: Moody's Downgrade39:50: Economic News45:37: HSAs: Triple Tax BenefitFollow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ 

Preview Colleague Liz Peek reports that consumer sentiment of inflation and the economy recovered quickly from the April shocks... More later. 1884 BRUSSELS

A historic gap between consumer sentiment and economic data is raising concerns about future tech spending. Despite positive economic indicators, such as a steady unemployment rate and a slight increase in the Consumer Price Index, consumer confidence is faltering, as evidenced by a significant drop in the Consumer Sentiment Index. Analysts from Bank of America have noted that this disconnect, the widest on record, suggests that businesses, particularly in sectors sensitive to consumer demand, may become more risk-averse in their tech investments. This could lead to longer sales cycles and a shift in budget approvals for tech solutions. The delivery of cloud services is evolving, with a focus on outcomes rather than just uptime. A recent survey by the International Data Corporation emphasizes that managed service providers (MSPs) must prioritize customer success and align their services with clients' business objectives. As cloud technology becomes more integral to business transformations, MSPs are encouraged to move beyond traditional service level agreements (SLAs) and adopt a value-oriented approach. This shift is crucial to avoid commoditization and maintain profitability in a competitive market. TD Cinex has introduced a new Partner Loyalty Program aimed at strengthening relationships with business partners through rewards similar to consumer loyalty programs. This initiative reflects a growing trend in the industry, where partners increasingly value loyalty incentives over traditional vendor benefits. However, there is skepticism regarding the effectiveness of such programs, as some partners argue that consistent pricing and margin protection are more critical than loyalty perks. The challenge for vendors and distributors will be to ensure that these programs deliver tangible value rather than merely serving as marketing optics. The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) has retracted a controversial AI research paper that claimed artificial intelligence enhances productivity in research settings. The paper, which suggested that AI tools led to increased discoveries but decreased job satisfaction among researchers, faced scrutiny from both economists and computer scientists. MIT's decision to withdraw the paper signals a growing skepticism towards AI productivity claims, indicating that the market will demand more verifiable and transparent evidence before accepting AI as a driver of innovation. This development is seen as a positive step towards ensuring the integrity of research in the field of artificial intelligence.  Four things to know today  00:00 Vibes vs. Reality: Sentiment-Economy Gap Widens, Signaling Risk for Tech and Retail Spending04:35 IDC Survey Urges MSPs to Align Cloud Services with Business Outcomes, Not Just SLAs06:00 Perks or Just Packaging? TD SYNNEX Adds to Loyalty Trend with New Partner Program08:19 Flawed AI Research Spurs MIT Retraction, Reflecting Broader Demand for Verifiable Innovation Claims  This is the Business of Tech.      Supported by:  https://getnerdio.com/nerdio-manager-for-msp/ All our Sponsors: https://businessof.tech/sponsors/ Do you want the show on your podcast app or the written versions of the stories? Subscribe to the Business of Tech: https://www.businessof.tech/subscribe/Looking for a link from the stories? The entire script of the show, with links to articles, are posted in each story on https://www.businessof.tech/ Support the show on Patreon: https://patreon.com/mspradio/ Want to be a guest on Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights? Send Dave Sobel a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/businessoftech Want our stuff? Cool Merch? Wear “Why Do We Care?” - Visit https://mspradio.myspreadshop.com Follow us on:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/28908079/YouTube: https://youtube.com/mspradio/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mspradionews/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mspradio/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@businessoftechBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/businessof.tech

Robert Conzo finds the lack of guidance this earnings season “concerning.” However, he's still bullish on equities because of the tariff reprieve, bonds giving “pretty good yields,” and strong hard data. Still, we're “one tweet away” from a “good market or a bad one,” he says: a “unique” situation for traders to handle. Reacting to Consumer Sentiment, he calls it “pessimistic, clearly,” but says that it “takes time to turn that ship” as the market calms.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

The bond market continues to drive market sentiment, raising concerns about inflation expectations, risk premiums, and potential headwinds for equities despite recent gains. Today's Stocks & Topics: SN – Shark Ninja Inc., Market Wrap, NRG - NRG Energy Inc., VIOO - Vanguard S&P Small-Cap 600 ETF, VBR - Vanguard Small-Cap Value ETF, Bond Market's Power Grows as Rising Rates Loom, RBLX - Roblox Corp., Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Debt, Portfolio Management, UNH - UnitedHealth Group Inc., AHOG - Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V., GPK - Graphic Packaging Holding Co., Consumer Sentiment.Our Sponsors:* Check out Square: https://square.com/go/investAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

P.M. Edition for May 16. The University of Michigan's preliminary consumer-sentiment index fell to 50.8 in May. WSJ economics reporter Chao Deng says the data surprised economists, and reflect fears of higher prices driven by sweeping tariffs. And higher education reporter Sara Randazzo says President Trump's funding cuts have delivered a broad hit to universities from the Ivy League to state schools. Plus, Boeing will avoid prosecution over violating an earlier criminal settlement under a tentative deal with the Justice Department. Pierre Bienaimé hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the housing market has been strange and ugly to start the year. Consumer sentiment falls in May as Americans' inflation expectations jump after tariffs. Walmart's price hikes op the door for every other company. Nvidia has gone on a wild ride this year. Is the storm over? Meta is delaying the release of its flagship AI model. Can we just go back to it being HBO again?

Andrew Graham joins Market on Close from the NYSE set to close out the week. He discusses the story of the week: China-U.S. trade de-escalation in the form of a 90-day reduced tariff environment. Elsewhere in the markets, Andrew doesn't read too much into the survey data like Consumer Sentiment, but does think CPI and PPI data was encouraging. Looking to earnings, he says Nvidia (NVDA) is the report "everyone is going to be focusing on." ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Kevin Hincks reports from Cboe Global Markets and discusses reasons behind this week's market rally. From Wednesday's semiconductor-induced rally to Thursday's broader participation, Kevin breaks it all down before pointing to today's Consumer Sentiment data as another possible market-moving event. Looking ahead to next week, he highlights Home Depot (HD) among the notable earnings reports. ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

University of Michigan's Joanne Hsu joins The Watch List panel to discuss the latest consumer sentiment data. Joanne says tariff uncertainty continued to dominate consumer's economic outlook. Meanwhile, John Lonski does point out that a majority of the survey was conducted prior to the China-U.S. tariff pause headline as well as Donald Trump's Middle East trip. John adds concern about the spending power of the typical U.S. consumer, saying we're not "out of the woods yet."======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports on another dip in consumer sentiment.

SBS Finance Editor Ricardo Gonçalves speaks with Kai Chen from MPC Markets as shares rally following a reprieve in US-China tariffs and finds out what level of uncertainty exists, plus Matthew Hassan from Westpac goes through the lasted Consumer Sentiment report to explain what it means for the Reserve Bank's interest rate meeting next week.

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist"Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming" is now available On-Demand for as little as $10 - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops"Biochar for Coffee" is open for pre-registration - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops"It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" is available now with additional new bonus material, including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshopsLooking for business advisors or consultants for your business? Get in touch with us here: support@mapitforward.org••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This is the 4th episode in a 5-part series with Mollie Sitkowski, Partner at Faegre Drinker. Mollie specializes in Trade Compliance and is based in Chicago.In this series, Mollie and host Lee Safar focus on the impact of Trump's tariffs on the global coffee supply chain.Please note that all the information in this series is purely the opinions of Mollie Sitkowski and Lee Safar and should not constitute legal and business advice.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Understanding Trump's Tariffs - https://youtu.be/Il1OERDKpjw2. Impact of Tariffs on US Importers - https://youtu.be/jH_lgNewNlU3. Impact of Tariffs On Exports To The US - https://youtu.be/1lJRb1aRwAQ4. Impact of Tariffs On US Consumers - https://youtu.be/cAkKR_efGR05. How Can We Mitigate The Impact of Tariffs - https://youtu.be/-xH6jzKSu8wIn this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map it Forward, Lee and Mollie delve into the short-term, medium-term, and long-term effects of the tariffs on consumers and businesses, highlighting challenges such as rising prices, inflation, and market uncertainty. Tune in to explore how tariffs could affect your daily coffee and the broader economy.00:00 Understanding Short-Term Pricing Uncertainty00:37 Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming Workshops01:23 Impact of Trump Tariffs on the Global Coffee Industry01:52 Consumer Impact of Tariffs: Short, Medium, and Long Term06:07 Elasticity of Coffee Prices and Market Shifts07:01 Tariffs and the Future of Coffee Imports10:32 Consumer Sentiment and Economic Implications16:43 Mitigating the Effects of Tariffs16:56 Closing Remarks and Call to ActionReferences in this series:1. CSMS page for CBP2. The Federal Register3. https://www.whitehouse.gov/Contact Mollie Sitkowski:• https://www.linkedin.com/in/molliesitkowski/• https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/professionals/s/sitkowski-mollie-d#tab-Overview••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailinglist

Jim Thorne discusses the FOMC decision to keep rates unchanged and its impact on the fight against inflation. Thorne doesn't believe the Fed is using the correct data indicators, such as BLS Labor Data and Consumer Sentiment, to make its decision. He believes the committee will be late in rate cuts, adding "I am completely and totally disappointed" in the FOMC stance. Thorne adds that "deflation is the risk" and believes there is a failure by economists at the Fed.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – / schwabnetwork Follow us on Facebook – / schwabnetwork Follow us on LinkedIn - / schwab-network About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglist"Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming" is now available On-Demand for as little as $10 - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops"Biochar for Coffee" is open for pre-registration - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops"It's Time to Become a Coffee Consultant" is available now with additional new bonus material, including the coffee consultant career map. Get more details on how you can create an alternative revenue stream today at https://mapitforward.coffee/workshopsLooking for business advisors or consultants for your business? Get in touch with us here: support@mapitforward.org••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••This is the 4th episode in a 5-part series with Mollie Sitkowski, Partner at Faegre Drinker. Mollie specializes in Trade Compliance and is based in Chicago.In this series, Mollie and host Lee Safar focus on the impact of Trump's tariffs on the global coffee supply chain.Please note that all the information in this series is purely the opinions of Mollie Sitkowski and Lee Safar and should not constitute legal and business advice.The 5 episodes in this series are:1. Understanding Trump's Tariffs - https://youtu.be/Il1OERDKpjw2. Impact of Tariffs on US Importers - https://youtu.be/jH_lgNewNlU3. Impact of Tariffs On Exports To The US - https://youtu.be/1lJRb1aRwAQ4. Impact of Tariffs On US Consumers - https://youtu.be/cAkKR_efGR05. How Can We Mitigate The Impact of Tariffs - https://youtu.be/-xH6jzKSu8wIn this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map it Forward, Lee and Mollie delve into the short-term, medium-term, and long-term effects of the tariffs on consumers and businesses, highlighting challenges such as rising prices, inflation, and market uncertainty. Tune in to explore how tariffs could affect your daily coffee and the broader economy.00:00 Understanding Short-Term Pricing Uncertainty00:37 Introduction to Regenerative Coffee Farming Workshops01:23 Impact of Trump Tariffs on the Global Coffee Industry01:52 Consumer Impact of Tariffs: Short, Medium, and Long Term06:07 Elasticity of Coffee Prices and Market Shifts07:01 Tariffs and the Future of Coffee Imports10:32 Consumer Sentiment and Economic Implications16:43 Mitigating the Effects of Tariffs16:56 Closing Remarks and Call to ActionReferences in this series:1. CSMS page for CBP2. The Federal Register3. https://www.whitehouse.gov/Contact Mollie Sitkowski:• https://www.linkedin.com/in/molliesitkowski/• https://www.faegredrinker.com/en/professionals/s/sitkowski-mollie-d#tab-Overview••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Connect with Map It Forward here: Website | Instagram | Mailing list

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In this week's market discussion, we kick things off with listener questions on historical price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios—specifically, whether there are “new norms” for determining if a stock is overvalued—and how the rise in gold over the past 50 years compares to major stock indices.We also cover the recent market volatility and the factors driving investor sentiment, examining both hard data like the first estimate of first-quarter GDP and soft data such as consumer confidence. We wrap up with a review of key economic reports to assess the broader economic outlook.After the break, our financial experts walk through three real-world scenarios involving required minimum distributions (RMDs). From retirees who don't need the income to those who rely on RMDs to fund living expenses, we explore strategic approaches to managing these mandatory withdrawals. Whether you're looking to reduce taxes, preserve assets, or align your RMDs with your overall financial goals, our planners offer practical advice for common situations.Join hosts Nick Antonucci, CVA, CEPA, Director of Research, and Managing Associates K.C. Smith, CFP®, CEPA, and D.J. Barker, CWS®, and Kelly-Lynne Scalice on Henssler Money Talks as they explore key financial strategies to help investors navigate market uncertainty.Henssler Money Talks — May 3, 2025  |  Season 39, Episode 18Timestamps and Chapters 6:45: Why are Investors excited about a P/E of 24?24:17: Comparing the rise in gold to the major indices from 1971—202530:40: Economic Data: GDP, Consumer Sentiment, Earnings 40:21: Navigating Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs)Follow Henssler:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HensslerFinancial/ YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/c/HensslerFinancial LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/henssler-financial/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hensslerfinancial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hensslerfinancial?lang=en X: https://www.x.com/hensslergroup  “Henssler Money Talks” is brought to you by Henssler Financial. Sign up for the Money Talks Newsletter: https://www.henssler.com/newsletters/ 

#604: The biggest trade shake-up in 135 years is happening right now. April brought tariff levels that economists say haven't been seen since the 1890s, creating ripple effects throughout the economy. We're seeing a stark disconnect between official economic data and how people feel about their financial future. While the economy added 177,000 jobs in April — beating forecasts — consumer confidence has plummeted to alarming levels. Almost 70 percent of Americans now expect higher unemployment ahead, despite the strong job numbers. The tariffs have triggered some unexpected behaviors. Companies rushed to import goods before prices increased, which ironically pushed the trade deficit to record levels. Consumers went on buying sprees for cars, computers, and other expensive items, fearing they'd soon cost much more. Meanwhile, inflation expectations have surged to their highest levels in decades. What does this mean for investors? Bond markets reacted dramatically, with Treasury yields posting one of the sharpest spikes on record mid-April before settling back down. The dollar weakened significantly, and economists have raised recession probability to 45 percent — up from 30 percent just last month. Small businesses are feeling the uncertainty too. After initial optimism about potential tax cuts and deregulation, their expectations have soured amid concerns about how tariffs might hurt smaller firms disproportionately. Market volatility has hit retirement savers particularly hard. We take a call from a listener named Johanna who shared that she lost 30 percent of her portfolio due to recent tariff-related swings. She's wondering whether she's still "Coast FIRE" — even when market shocks alter her retirement math. Join us as we break down April's economic data, explain what's behind the market volatility, and discuss what these historic tariffs might mean for your money in the months ahead. Timestamps: Note: Timestamps will vary on individual listening devices based on dynamic advertising run times. The provided timestamps are approximate and may be several minutes off due to changing ad lengths. (00:00) The Economic Experiment (02:00) April 2025 Job Gains (05:41) Interest Rate Forecast (07:04) Benefit of Roth Conversions during market declines (08:17) Tariffs and the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act (13:23) The Bond Market (17:49) The Dollar's Decline (19:31) Economist's Recession Predictions (22:20) Consumer Sentiment (25:29) Consumer Spending Rises (27:13) Is Johanna still FIRE after the drop? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Anthony and Piers break down the latest U.S. GDP figures that sent headlines into a frenzy, but is the economy really on the brink of recession? This episode dives into the mechanics behind the data, why imports distorted the numbers, and what it really means for the Fed, markets, and your investment outlook. Clear, no-nonsense insight that cuts through the headlines.(00:00) Introduction and Economic Context(02:09) Understanding GDP and Its Implications(06:30) Consumer Sentiment and Economic Resilience(12:34) Market Reactions and Future Projections(19:06) Conclusion and Key Takeaways Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rising stagflation risks are marked by slow economic growth and high inflation; and they can impact your investments, spending, and overall financial planning. Today's Stocks & Topics: TTC - Toro Co., Market Wrap, JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, What Does Stagflation Mean for Your Wallet?, Following Politicians Stock Trades, KPP Newsletter, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Value vs. Growth, DLTR - Dollar Tree Inc., DG - Dollar General Corp., Dollar Cost Averaging, ELF - E.L.F. Beauty Inc., Consumer Sentiment.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We begin with the state of play after talks between the Trump administration's chief negotiator Steve Witkoff and Russian President Vladimir Putin. The FBI has arrested a Wisconsin judge for obstructing ICE from arresting a migrant. An analysis this month shows consumers are unsettled by tariff uncertainty. We'll reveal the sentencing for former Representative George Santos. Plus, which actor is making headlines for supporting trans rights. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan and Saagar discuss Wall St panic amid tariff flip flop, China bans rare earth minerals to US, CEOs say recession already here, consumer sentiment plunges. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.com Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Peter Schiff discusses market sell-offs, stagflation, tariffs, gold vs. Bitcoin performance, Fed policies, economic shifts, government inefficiencies, and his legal battle over his bank's closure.Go to https://get.stash.com/gold to see how you can receive $25 towards your first stock purchase and to view important disclosures.Go to https://linkedin.com/schiff to post your job for free. Terms and conditions apply.Peter Schiff discusses recent stock market sell-offs, the impact of economic data pointing to stagflation, and the effects of tariffs. He highlights the divergences between gold and Bitcoin performances, emphasizing gold's bullish trend and Bitcoin's decline. Schiff explains the complications of stagflation for the Federal Reserve, economic repercussions of ongoing tariffs, and potential shifts in financial markets. He also touches on Trump's potential policy impacts and the inefficacies within government programs and unions. Schiff concludes with insights into his legal battle over his bank's closure.