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Tracey Ryniec and Zacks Chief Equity Strategist, John Blank, discuss the state of the economy and what stocks to invest in after the stock sell-off.  (1:00) - Are We Heading Towards A Recession? (7:10) - What Can We Expect From The Fed The Next Few Months? (12:30) - How Should You Position Your Portfolio Right Now? (17:40) - Top Stocks To Keep On Your Watchlist (28:30) - Episode Roundup: ABBV, XOM, FANG, JPM, NVDA, TSLA, NVO, LLY, GPC

In their annual December podcast, Tracey Ryniec and John Blank look at whether there is a recession and where you should be investing next year. (1:00) - Breaking Down The Economic Data: Are We Heading For A Recession? (5:50) - What Should Investors Expect From The Continued Fed Rate Cuts? (11:20) - Top Stock Picks To Keep On Your Radar Heading Into 2025 (36:10) - Episode Roundup: AAL, MKSI, RCL, AMSN, R Podcast@Zacks.com

Apparently the saying is “First you buy Nvidia, then you buy Super Micro”But have you heard of Super Micro Computers?In today's episode, we delve into Super Micro Computer, a key player in the high-performance server and storage solutions market. We'll explore the company's history, current operations, financial performance, and future prospects. Joining us is John Blank, PhD, Chief Equity Strategist and Economist at Zacks Investment Research, to provide expert insights into Super Micro's investment potential and the broader tech landscape.In this episode we cover:The recent stock performanceThe company history and some of the controversial moments along the wayTheir range of products and market positionThe financial performanceGrowth driversBull and bear caseHow big this company could get in 10 years_______Thanks to Superhero for proudly supporting this series. Superhero Super has given us the control we want to manage our super. Superhero Super is primed for performance with a wide range of investment options including professionally managed portfolios, thematic, and direct investments accessible in an intuitive app.Download Superhero's easy-to-use app and start tailoring your super today.Remember, Superhero does not provide financial advice, so consider whether their product is right for you. Superhero Super is a sub-plan of OneSuper, which is issued by Diversa Trustees Limited as trustee.Read their PDS and TMD and download the Superhero app at superhero.com.au.—------Have an investing question?Ask via our website and we'll answer it on the podcast.Join the conversation in the Facebook Discussion GroupOr get put in touch with a professional financial advisor by filling out this formWant more Equity Mates?Sign up to our email to keep up with business news Watch Equity Mates on YouTube—------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Equity Mates Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Equity Mates Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Blank, chief investment strategist and chief economist at Zacks Investment Research, says that there will not be a recession -- or anything resembling it -- this year, but he makes it clear the can't be said for 2025, once the election cycle and concerns about the impact of higher interest rates and inflation staying around longer play out. Blank says he does not expect the Federal Reserve to be pressured into making rate cuts, but notes that it could make a cut in the fall leading into the election if the data suggests one is appropriate, but he doesn't see the central bank moving off of its plan to get inflation back to the 2 percent level. When that plays out in that recession that's coming for next year, Blank says it could help to minimize the duration of the downturn. Also on the show, Adam Ruben, vice president of the Economic Security Project, discusses the group's survey of consumers using the IRS Direct File pilot program, noting  that the new filing methods drew a lot of consumer interest but also a lot of praise by the 140,000-plus taxpayers who used the system across 12 states. He expects the IRS to dramatically expand the program in the near future, given the strength of the results this year. Plus, in the Market Call, Noland Langford, chief executive officer at Left Brain Wealth Management talks growth stocks.  

Investors are getting another crack at inflation data today after January CPI rattled the markets. Bank of America's Aditya Bhave explains. Plus, there's a new red hot AI play seeing shares soar this year. Zacks Investment Research's John Blank gives the name to watch. And, what's ahead for the regional banking sector? OceanFirst Financial CEO Christopher Maher weighs in.

Tracey Ryniec and John Blank examine whether a recession is looming and how to invest in the new year. (1:30) - Breaking Down The Economy Heading Into The End of The Year (10:00) - Is The Slow Down Here With People Having A Hard Time Finding Jobs? (16:30) - Using Economic Data To Understand What Is Happening Within Industries (24:00) - John Blanks Top Picks To Keep On Your Radar (30:10) - What Are Some Other Areas Your Should Have On Your Watchlist For 2024? (39:30) - Episode Roundup: SIG, ULTA, SAIC, HALO, ANTE, LLY, PFE, ALB Podcast@zacks.com

Zacks Chief Equity Strategist, John Blank, joins Tracey on the podcast to, once again, look at clues in the economic data. (1:30) - Breaking Down The Employment Data: What Does It Mean For Investors? (10:15) - What Could Push The Market Into A Recession? (19:30) - Where Should Investors Being Looking To Invest Right Now? (31:40) - Episode Roundup: AIRR, URI, HRI, MTZ, TPC, DHI, IP, WGO, WHR Podcast@Zacks.com

John Blank, chief equity strategist/chief economist at Zacks Investment Research, says the range-bound market is going to stick around unchanged until the Federal Reserve changes its policies. Once inflation comes down, Blank says 'the market is going to rally like you've never seen.' But even now, Blank says the economy is having its soft landing -- and has been in one for some time -- no matter how much most economists protest that there hasn't been any landing yet. Also on the show, Scott Fulford, author of 'The Pandemic Paradox: How the COVID Crisis Made Americans More Financially Secure,' survey researcher Jenn Tracy on a study showing about how Americans are -- or aren't -- pampering themselves during tough economic times, and, in the 'Find Me The Money' segment, forensic accountant Tracy Coenen talks about the documents and paper trail that you need and how to follow them to find the proof of financial infidelity. 

Tracey Ryniec and John Blank discuss the US economy, a recession, and where investors should consider investing in 2023. (1:00) - Are We Heading Into A Recession Or Not? (11:45) - What Can The Housing Industry Tell Us About The Current Economy? (16:30) - What Should Investors Expect From The Regional Banks After The Silicon Valley Bank Collapse? (21:20) - Navigating The Current Market: Where Should You Be Investing? (27:00) - What Industries Should You Keep On Your Watchlist Right Now? (32:50) - Episode Roundup: V, JPM, BAC, C, WFC, AIRR

Tracey Ryniec and John Blank are back with their annual look at the economy and how to invest in the new year.    (1:00) - What Is The Jobs Report Telling Us Right Now? (10:30) - How Should Investors Be Positioning Their Portfolios For 2023? (21:15) - What Kind Of Market Environment Will We See In The Coming Months? (28:20) - Episode Roundup: LLY, PFE, XOM, JPM, ULTA, QQQ, XSD, VO, Podcast@Zacks.com

Shares of Snap are sinking after the company reported weaker-than-expected revenue for the third quarter. Zacks Investment Research's John Blank dives into what this means for social media stocks. Plus, big transport operators are trying to lock a deal with unions to avoid a strike. BofA Securities' Ken Hoexter discusses Wall Street's worries about freight demand amid a possible recession. And, growing expectations for continued hawkish moves by the Federal Reserve roll on. UBS Global Wealth Management's Mark Haefele, BNP Paribas' Carl Riccadonna, and Oppenheimer Asset Management's John Stoltzfus break down the trading day ahead.

John Blank, chief economist and chief investment strategist for Zacks Investment Research, says that the limited options facing Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell leave the economy in a situation where inflation will be sticky and the market will be more stable but likely more sideways, at least until pricing pressure eases. "The soft landing isn't what's going to happen," Blank says. "The Fed's going to get comfortable with a higher level of prices and rice inflation and just stop because it can't do anything about this." Zach Jonson, chief investment officer at Stack Financial Management, says that the market's technicals are showing that recent gains are more likely a bear market rally rather than the start of a new bull market, largely because there hasn't been much breadth and support to the gains. Until the rally reflects greater participation -- with fewer companies making new lows -- Jonson says the current move up is likely a temporary one. And Tracie McMillion, head of global asset allocation and investment strategy for the Wells Fargo Investment Institute kicks things off talking about how the 60-40 portfolio is alive and well despite an awful start to the year that could hold up and make this one of the worst years ever for that classic balanced approach to investing.

With Dr. John Blank, Chief Economist & Chief Strategist at Zacks Investment Research

Are you nervous about what's to come? John Blank and Tracey Ryniec share their stock investing advice. (1:00) - The Current Economic Environment: Are We Heading Into A Recession? (8:30) - Is The Housing Market Still Booming? (14:20) - Should Investors Be Concerned About A Manufacturing Slow Down? (18:30) - How Should You Be Positioning Your Portfolio Right Now? (26:45) - Should You Continue Holding Your High Growth Stocks? (36:15) - Episode Roundup: OBSC, CMA, JPM, SQ, ARKK Podcast@Zacks.com

Zacks Chief Equity Strategist, John Blank, shares his insights with Tracey about what might be coming in 2022 and where stock investors should be looking next year. (1:00) - Are We Setup For A Goldilocks Economy Going Into 2022? (11:10) - What Sectors Poised To Benefit From The Most Growth? (26:35) - Top Picks: What New Trends Are Emerging Heading Into The New Year? (36:00) - Episode Roundup: MU, AMD, NVDA, URI, KBH, LEN, TOL, PHM, MHK, WHR, WCC, WR, CRWD, PANW, QLYS, BRKB Podcast@Zacks.com

John Blank, chief equity strategist and chief economist for Zacks Investment Research, says that valuations are high, but that the Standard and Poor's 500 is buttressed against a downturn by its biggest members -- the famed FAANG stocks plus Microsoft and one or two others -- that have price/earnings ratios of higher than 25, higher than the index p/e of 20. 'We have never had seven companies make up a quarter of [the index],' Blank says, 'and we have never had those seven companies driving 25 or 30 percent annual earnings increases.' Also on the show, Ted Rossman of CreditCards.com talks about back-to-school spending this year, and how more than one-third of all parents are feeling pressured to overspend this year, David Trainer of research firm New Constructs takes a bite of Beyond Meat and chews on the hot stock in the Danger Zone, and Tony Minopoli, president/chief investment officer at Knights of Columbus Asset Advisors makes his debut in the Market Call, talking stocks and stock-picking. 

With Dr. John Blank, Chief Economist & Chief Strategist at Zacks Investment Research

With Dr. John Blank, Chief Economist & Chief Strategist at Zacks Investment Research

With Dr. John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research

John Blank, chief market strategist and economist at Zacks Investment research, says that for all of the stock market's volatility and its headline-induced nervousness, results have been mostly average and investors who look at the long run can easily recognize that the market has been sticking with historic norms despite feeling like it has been put to historic extremes. Also on the show, Chuck answers audience questions about the 'bucket system' of saving for retirement and on the spreads an investor might pay to be a long-term social investor, author and entrepreneur Ken Rusk discusses his book 'Blue Collar Cash,' and Sarah Berger of MagnifyMoney.com discusses the site's latest survey, which shows that just 17 percent of investors 'completely trust the stock market.'

John Blank, chief economist at Zacks Investment Research, says that the market's reaction to the coronavirus public health crisis was foreseeable but overblown, and that strong earnings projections on tap for companies once conditions normalize make a strong rebound look inevitable. He makes the case that the current event-driven recession is not look like the structural recession of 2008, which is why it will be a much shorter event. Also on the show, Thomas Winmill of the Midas Fund discusses how gold has held up, and gives his take on a recent Goldman Sachs' comment urging people to buy gold as the 'currency of last resort,' Buck Klintworth of Chase Investment Counsel talks technicals, Rob Shaker of Shaker Financial covers big discounts in closed-end funds in The NAVigator, and Chuck explains why a fun thing he started with his daughter has the show picking today's theme music from 'The Love Boat.'

With Dr. John Blank, Chief Economist & Chief Strategist at Zacks Investment Research

John Blank, chief equity strategist and chief economist at Zacks Investment Research, gives a compelling look at what he believes are key numbers to draw the conclusion that investors won't have to worry about a recession in the United States for at least a year and more likely into 2021 and beyond. With little to no growth around the world right now, Blank suggests that investors -- especially those with shorter time horizons -- focus more on domestic stocks because despite a slowing economy the best growth opportunities remain here. Also ont he show, Patrick Shaddow of S-Network Global Indexes talks about ETFs made up entirely of closed-end funds, Toni Turner of Trendstar Trading Group discusses the market's potential to reach a triple top, which is a technical indicator of trouble ahead, and Manny Weintraub of Integre Asset Management covers growth-at-a-reasonable price stocks in the Market Call.  

Does Impeachment Help End These Trade Wars? (0:20) - Ending The U.S. and China Trade War (4:15) - Is The Market Still Bullish In Face of This Uncertaintly (5:50) - John Blank’s Top Stock Picks Podcast@Zacks.com

Did the Fed Do the Right Thing?   (0:15) - Fed Rate Cut Again: What Does This Mean? (1:55) - Is There A Recession On The Horizon? (2:50) - John Blank’s Top Stock Picks Podcast@Zacks.com

John Blank joins us to discuss possible solutions for the current trade war and what we can expect moving forward in the current environment

It is NOT crazy to study global markets now.(0:20) - What Has Been Causing The Market Volatility?(2:30) - How Will Earnings Season Impact The Market?(3:45) - What Could End This Volatility?(6:30) - John Blank’s Top Stock Picks

John Blank joins the podcast to discuss everything there is to know about the lingering trade war and the impact it's having on the markets.

WITH DR. JOHN BLANK, CHIEF EQUITY STRATEGIST AT ZACKS INVESTMENT RESEARCH

John Blank, chief equity strategist and chief economist at Zacks Investment Research said investors should expect surprise rallies and retracements, but the market isn't going to make a strong bull move until August or later. Also on the show, Jill Gonzalez of WalletHub.com discussed their recent survey on how many Americans expect to miss a credit-card payment this year, David Trainer of New Constructs talked about the Lyft initial public offering and why the company -- with virtually no prospect for earnings -- is a trap. Also, Greg Woodard, portfolio strategist for Manning and Napier talks stocks in the Market Call.

With Dr. John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research

- John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research - Please call 1-800-388-9700 for a free review of your financial portfolio

(0:20) - What If the U.S. Economy Grew 3-4% Per Year? (4:00) - Labor Force Growth, Capital Deepening and Multifactor Productivity (11:50) - How Would a European Economic Boost Help the U.S.? (16:25) - How to Invest In A Growing Economy (19:20) - Can The U.S. Economy Overheat? (26:05) - Investment Ideas (29:40) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@Zacks.com Tracey Ryniec and John Blank look at the economics behind what it would take for the US economy to grow 4% a year again and how investors should play it.

Welcome to Episode #73 of the Zacks Market Edge Podcast. (0:45) - Mexico Vacations: Tourism Declines (6:55) - United States Tourism (9:20) - Should you invest in travel stocks? (12:00) *Investing Ideas* (15:00) - Airline Stocks (17:10) - Timeshare Stocks (19:00) - Episode Round up: Ticker Summary Every week, host and Zacks stock strategist, Tracey Ryniec, will be joined by guests to discuss the hottest investing topics in stocks, bonds and ETFs and how it impacts your life. In this episode, Tracey is joined by John Blank, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist and Editor of Zacks Large Cap Trader, for a discussion about the travel industry under the Trump Administration. Trump’s Impact on Mexico Tourism Both Tracey and John recently took vacations to Mexico, with John traveling by car down the Baja and Tracey flying into Playa del Carmen on the Yucatan peninsula. John traveled to see the gray whales and was surprised to see that many of the boats that should have been full with nature-loving tourists, mostly from Europe, were empty. Tracey talked to a restauranteur in town who said that business plunged in January after Trump’s initial executive order restricting travel from 7 countries and after the Trump Administration’s comments about free trade and building the wall. US Tourism Could Lose Too Back in the United States, New York City has already said it could lose 300,000 tourists a year thanks to negative sentiment about traveling to the United States. Additionally, some economists estimate that between $50 billion and $70 billion could be lost due to tourists deciding not to visit America. That could impact thousands of jobs. With all of this uncertainty, is now a good, or a bad, time to be investing in the travel stocks? Tracey and John look at the online travel agents as well as a few of the airlines. Investment Ideas in the Travel Industry 1. Priceline (PCLN) is the king of online travel. Shares have been hitting new all-time highs and trade with a forward P/E of 23, but it still has double digit earnings growth. Is it still a buy? 2. Expedia (EXPE) is more expensive, at 30x, but its earnings growth is also stronger than Priceline’s. Earnings are expected to rise 22.6% in 2017 and another 37.5% in 2018. Watch for an upward revision in earnings estimates as it’s a Zacks #5 (Strong Sell) right now. 3. Southwest (LUV) has blamed bad weather in California for a slowing this quarter. When does that ever happen? 4. American Airlines (AAL) is one of the cheaper domestic carriers with a forward P/E of 9. But should you be buying domestic or international airlines, or neither, right now? 5. International Airlines Group (ICAGY) might not be familiar to you, but you would know its brands. It flies about 550 aircraft under the British Airways, Iberia, Aer Lingus and Vueling logos. Europe’s economy is heating up. When the economy is stronger, people travel more. Another area to look for ideas in are the timeshare companies. Yes, timeshare companies are again seeing record revenue. In spite of a challenge from Airbnb, consumers are still buying timeshares. There are other travel areas investors should consider including the cruise ship companies and hotel chains. What else do Tracey and John think about the travel industry and investing in 2017? Find out the answer to this and more on this week’s podcast. Pricline: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/PCLN?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Expedia: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/EXPE?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Southwest Airlines: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/LUV?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod American Airlines: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/AAL?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod International Airlines Group: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/ICAGY?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Follow us on StockTwits: stocktwits.com/ZacksResearch Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ZacksResearch Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ZacksInvestmentResearch

Welcome to Episode #62 of the Zacks Market Edge Podcast. Every week, host and Zacks stock strategist, Tracey Ryniec, will be joined by guests to discuss the hottest investing topics in stocks, bonds and ETFs and how it impacts your life. In this episode, Tracey is joined by John Blank, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist and the Editor of Zacks Large Cap Trader. John is also an economist, so who better to ask about what could go right, and what could also go wrong, with the US economy in 2017? Tracey and John discuss: 1. The spiking 10-year treasury. Will yields slow the economy in 2017? John describes the 2017 economy as 2014 redux. Remember, back in 2014, rates also spiked to nearly 3%. But John believes “this time is different.” Find out why. 2. Could the US go into a recession in 2017? John describes what really makes a recession. It’s not what you think. And he and Tracey debate whether or not the conditions could be favorable for one in 2017. Their Favorite Stocks for 2017 Despite the surge in the small cap indexes to end 2016, Tracey and John are fans of mid and large cap stocks for 2017. 1. Seagate (STX) is one of John’s picks. It is both cheap and pays a fantastic dividend yielding 6.2%. 2. Western Digital (WDC) is a favorite of John’s. It trades with a forward P/E of only 12.5 and also pays a juicy dividend yielding 3.5%. 3. Tracey still likes the energy stocks like BP (BP). It has been entering into deals and pays a dividend of 6.5%. 4. Semiconductors are another favorite area for Tracey. Cree Inc. (CREE) just raised its full year guidance. Nvdia (NVDA) also remains one of the hottest stocks in the S&P 500. What other surprises should you prepare for in the US economy in 2017? Tune into this week’s podcast to find out. Seagate: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/STX?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Western Digital: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/WDC?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Cree Inc: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/CREE?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod BP: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/BP?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Nvidia: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/NVDA?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Follow us on StockTwits: stocktwits.com/ZacksResearch Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ZacksResearch Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ZacksInvestmentResearch

- John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research - Please call 1-800-388-9700 for a free review of your financial portfolio

Welcome to Episode #50 of the Zacks Market Edge Podcast. Every week, host and Zacks stock strategist, Tracey Ryniec, will be joined by guests to discuss the hottest investing topics in stocks, bonds and ETFs and how it impacts your life. In this episode, Tracey is joined by John Blank, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist, to discuss what’s going on in America’s housing market. In 2016, builders are expected to add 320,000 new apartments across the United States, up 50% from 2015. Tracey and John have the most hands on experience with Chicago and Los Angeles as Tracey lives in Chicago and John lives in Los Angeles so they are both able to see the cranes that are dominating the skylines. In Chicago, another 8,300 apartments are expected in 2016 with 6,200 going up in Los Angeles. There are also big condo/hotel and commercial real estate projects going up in both cities. Los Angeles has a $700 million mixed use project expected to go up across from the Staples Center. In Chicago, ground was just recently broken on the Vista Tower, a $1 billion hotel and condo building which will be the third tallest in the city. Tracey and John discuss whether or not it is too much at too high of prices. Who owns all of these buildings? Will someone get into trouble if there is an economic slowdown? As a stock investor, you can own apartment REITs. Tracey and John discuss some of the biggest REITs and their payouts: 1. Equity Residential (EQR): dividend = 3.1% 2. AvalonBay (AVB): dividend = 3.1% 3. UDR (UDR): dividend = 3.4% They also discuss the single family home rental market which has become big business after companies bought up foreclosures following the Great Recession. There are two big home rental companies: 1. American Homes 4 Rent (AMH) 2. Colony Starwood Homes (SFR) Colony said in the second quarter that total occupancy was at 95% and that it was still seeing “strong demand.” Should you invest in any of these real estate stocks? Listen to the podcast to find out what Tracey and John think about getting into real estate now. Equity Resident: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/EQR?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Avalonbay Community: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/AVB?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod UDR Inc: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/UDR?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod American Hm 4 Reality: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/AMH?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Colony Starwood: https://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/SFR?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Follow us on StockTwits: stocktwits.com/ZacksResearch Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ZacksResearch Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ZacksInvestmentResearch

- John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research - Please call 1-800-388-9700 for a free review of your financial portfolio

In this episode, Tracey is joined by John Blank, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist, to cover a topic that is on everyone’s lips: Is the US economy headed into a recession in 2016? Here is the original article: http://www.zacks.com/stock/news/208369/why-there-wont-be-a-recession-in-2016 John has a PhD in economics, so he looks at the economy from a data point of view, much like the Fed. He says there are two components the Federal Reserve looks at: GDP and employment. Employment is especially important. In 2007, monthly employment started going into the negative well ahead of the economy. It was a sign of the recession to come. In 2016, the employment numbers have been particularly strong. The unemployment rate is at 4.9%. Monthly job creation has averaged over 200,000 the prior 3 months. Even the weekly jobless claims don’t hint at any stresses despite the losses in the energy sector, with only 262,000 claims last week, the lowest since November 2015. But what about all that gloomy manufacturing data? Isn’t it a warning sign? John explains that with the purchasing managers indexes (PMIs), that the component with the input costs has plunged due to commodities prices falling. But future orders and backlog have held up well. Purchasing managers are also adjusting their behavior as crude prices continue to fall. They are being conditioned to wait until the last minute to place orders because the prices keep falling. What about the crude crash? Could that push the US into a recession? While there will be some pain in the oil producing states like Texas and the Dakotas, the other states will benefit from the gasoline stimulus. Gas prices are below $2 a gallon even in Chicago, which is historically one of the most expensive markets. In other parts of the country, it is even lower. This is real savings and is finally showing up in restaurants and retail sales. There are other dangers to the economy such as a falling stock market. John explains how big of a pullback the S&P 500 would have to have to push the US economy into a recession. A mere 10% sell off won’t do it. Tracey and John also discuss other possible stimuli to the US economy, including stimulus coming from areas you might not have thought about. If there isn’t a recession, what stocks should you be thinking about buying for 2016? Tracey and John are still betting on the consumer. Tune in to this week’s podcast to find out why they like Casey’s General Stores: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/CASY?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Sherwin Williams: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/SHW?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Williams & Sonoma: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/WSM?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Home Depot: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/HD?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Homebuilders ETF: http://www.zacks.com/funds/etf/XHB/profile?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod

In this episode, Tracey is joined by John Blank, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist and editor of Zacks International Trader newsletter, as they discuss which are the best Chinese stocks for 2016. John has been investing in Chinese stocks in the International Trader for several years so he’s ridden the ups and downs in that market. He thinks there’s opportunities to get into some Chinese stocks in the new year, but he warns that investors have to be careful about the short sellers, which can decimate some of the small market cap names. He advises investors to stay in the biggest names like Baidu (BIDU), Ctrip.com (CTRP), and Trina Solar (TSL). Investors also have to be aware of the dangers of these companies going private, as Qihoo (QIHU), a Chinese internet company, just announced. Qihoo traded as high as $124 a share in 2014 before plunging in 2015. But it is going private at just $77 a share, which would be a significant loss for a shareholder who bought at the peak. Tracey hasn’t invested in Chinese stocks, either in her personal portfolio or in her Zacks services, including Value Investor, for several years after getting burned a couple of years ago in some of the fraudulent reverse merger stocks. Is she letting her past experiences taint her views? If she had to invest, she shares two Chinese stocks she would be buying for 2016 if she were going to buy Chinese stocks. Tracey and John also discuss Alibaba’s (BABA) mysterious recent acquisition of a Hong Kong English-language newspaper and magazines for $260 million. Tracey dislikes the deal because it is outside of Alibaba’s core business expertise but John thinks it will just expand Alibaba’s content reach. Should Alibaba be on your “buy” list for 2016? What other Chinese stocks are the best in their class? Listen to this week’s podcast to find out. Baidu Inc: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/BIDU?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Ctrip.Com: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/CTRP?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Trina Solar: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/TSL?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Qihoo 360 Tech: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/QIHU?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Alibaba: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/BABA?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Follow us on StockTwits: stocktwits.com/ZacksResearch Follow us on Twitter: twitter.com/ZacksResearch Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ZacksInvestmentResearch

In this episode, Tracey is joined by John Blank, Zacks Chief Equity Strategist and the editor of the International Trader. John is Zacks’ expert on the global economy and international stocks. One of the most frequent questions the Zacks strategists are asked is how to invest in Canada. Tracey and John discuss the “easy” way to invest, which is simply by buying the iShares Canada ETF (#EWC). Is this a good strategy for investors? It is heavily weighted in financials and energy. Shares are down big in 2015 due to the decline in oil prices and a stock sell off in a pharmaceutical company which was one of its largest holdings. But given the pullback, is now the time to buy in? If you’re not going to buy the ETF, what individual Canadian stocks are there that investors can buy on the US exchanges? While staying out of the energy and materials sectors, Tracey and John explore a handful of stocks including Agrium (#AGU), an agribusiness company based in Calgary, Brookfield Asset Management (BAM), a diversified real estate investment company headquartered in Toronto, and a couple of consumer stocks including lululemon (#LULU), the famous yoga athletic wear retailer, and Restaurant Brands (#QSR), which owns Burger King and Tim Horton’s. Despite these good quality names, Canada is still lagging in producing industry leaders in other sectors, including in technology. John shares his insights on what the Canadians need to do to diversify their economy and tap into the hot knowledge cities like Vancouver and Montreal that are brimming with talent. Canada is also currently in a recession. How long will it last? And should investors be getting in now, before the rebound? If you’ve always wondered how to invest in Canadian stocks, listen in to find out. Here is the original article: http://www.zacks.com/stock/news/197494/how-to-invest-in-canadian-stocks ISHARES MSCI CANADA ETF: http://www.zacks.com/funds/etf/EWC/profile?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Lululemon: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/LULU?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Restaurant Brand: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/QSR?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Agrium Inc: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/AGU?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Brookefield Asset Management: http://www.zacks.com/stock/quote/BAM?cid=cs-soundcloud-ft-pod Follow us on StockTwits: http://stocktwits.com/ZacksResearch Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ZacksResearch Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ZacksInvestmentResearch

- John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research - Please call 1-800-388-9700 for a free review of your financial portfolio

- John Blank, Chief Equity Strategist at Zacks Investment Research - Please call 1-800-388-9700 for a free review of your financial portfolio

PODCAST CALLED SLIPPING INTO DARKNESS!!! This one coming from deep down nitty gritty echo chamber where US souls and funk came creeping into JA roots and harmonies. Mixed as always -- LIVE and DIRECT -- with 2 turntables and vinyl sweet vinyl. Check www.deadlydragonsound.com for more records and love! TRACK LIST: 1. Riley's All Stars - Black Eye (Riley's) 2. Reckless Breed - Tranquility (Pisces) 3. Carl Bradney - Slipping into Darkness (Darker Than Blue - Blood & Fire comp) 3. Zoot Zimms - African Challenge Version (Studio One) 4. Lloyd Williams - Is It Because Im Black (Supreme pre-release) 5. Trammy - Horns of Paradise (Wind) 6. Lloyd Charmers - African Zulu (Randy's) 7. The Begining Of the End - Funky Nassau (alston) 8. Prince Buster - Funky Jamaica (Prince Buster - RockAShocka Reissue) 9. East Of Rockfort Rock (Dubplate) 10. Rockfort Rock Talking (Dubplate) 11. East of Rockfort Rock take 2 (Dubplate) 12. Dirty Harry - The Poor Barber (Jackpot) 13. King Tubby - Ali Baba Dub (Dubplate) 14. Tyrone Taylor - Coptic Time (Top Ranking) 15. David Jah Son - Natty Chase Barber (Dub Station) 16. John Holt - Strange Things (sunshot) 17. Delroy Wilson - ? (Test Press LP) 18. Joe White - KEnyata (Panther) 19. William Shakespare aka Gregory Isaacs - Late At Night (Sounds United) 20. ? - Matthew Mark Luke and John (Blank) 21. Termites - I Made a Mistake (Studio One pre) 22. Cecille Campbell - Breaking Up (Studio One Pre) 23. Winston - Badminded (Studio One Rocksteady comp) 24. Tommy McCook - Hot Shot (Blank) 25. Invaders - You Touch My Soul (Sir Collins reissue) 26. Roy & Dizzy - Valley Of The Dolls (La Fud Del) 27. Joe Lemon & 7th Vibrations - Under the Boardwalk (Soul Sounds) 28. Johnny Osbourne - Ready Or Not (techniques) 29. Bone, Soul and Mudies All Stars - Strippin To The Bone Vol. 2 (Moodisc) 30. Ernest Wilson - I Know Myself (Hitsound) 31. Junior Soul - Rescue the Children (Move & Groove) 32. Augustus Pablo - East of the River Nile (Yard Music) 33. The Boss - The Great Muga Ruga (Studio One) 34. John Steele - Selassie on his White Horse (Jammys) 35. Tyrone Downie & The Black Experience - Marcus Jnr (Fox) 36. Jim Brown - Marcus Didnt Deserve It (Shining Star) 37. Norman Brown - La La La At The End (High School)