Podcast appearances and mentions of mike armstrong

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss firm inflation and soft jobs data pull the Fed in opposing directions. Economists see Fed rate cut next week and at least one more in 2025. Mortgage rates are at an 11-month low. Will that save this housing market? Labor hoarding looks close to painful end.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane are joined by CNBC's Michael Santoli to recap what we saw in terms of inflation data this week and why we are likely to see a 25 bps interest cut at next week's Fed meeting, as opposed to 50 bps. Plus, with the cost of healthcare continuing to climb, should employers be seeing more blame as they pass along some of the impact to their employees through payroll deductions? Barron's Paul LaMonica also hopped on to speak with the guys about Oracle's massive stock rally this week.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss consumer prices rose at annual rate of 2.9% in August and jobless claims that are nearing a four-year high. What are the expectations for next week's Fed meeting? Oracle may be having its Nvidia moment. Or it could be a repeat of 1999. IPO mania is back. Or is it the dot-com bubble all over again?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss incomes rose and poverty fell last year. So why do so many Americans feel trapped? Homeowners dash to refinance as mortgage rates dive. Fewer people think that retirement will take a miracle. But inflation worries persist. Bond yields are falling. Where can retirees still find 5% yeilds? FTC opens probe into Alphabet, Meta, OpenAI, xAI, and Snap over chatbot safety for kids.

Greg and Dan talk with Matt Stein, stand-up comedian, about an upcoming benefit show for Mike Armstrong, a former police officer and fellow comedian recently diagnosed with lymphoma cancer. Matt’s mission is to support Mike’s fight by donating all proceeds from the show directly to him. The night will feature several comedians who have worked with or opened for Mike, including our very own Greg Batton! The show is happening September 12th at 8:00 PM, with doors opening at 6:30 PM at 3300 Event Center. Tickets can be found at www.blindstein.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong dive into the August payroll data that came in below expectations. What does the jobs data tell us about a September rate cut? Electricity costs are rising twice as fast as inflation. Why is the jobs market so sluggish right now?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the current state of the housing market and what it means if the government declares a national housing emergency. Luke Kawa (Sherwood News) joins the show to chat about surging Broadcom. World meat prices reach new highs as consumers clamor for beef. Paul LaMonica (Barron's) stops by to talk about DraftKings and FanDuel's recent struggles.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong dive into this morning's data releases that focus in on the labor market. Is the data raising any alarms? Why is Massachusetts's unemployment numbers much higher than the rest of New England? Is the Fed seeing little to no growth across the country? Google's recent loss-yet-victory in court is frustrating for Chuck. What are precious metals saying about the economy right now?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss McDonald's excalting the restaurant industry's tipping fight. What jobs will be included under Trump's 'no tax on tips?' Mark Voner, Founder and CEO - Veterans Development Corporation, joins the show to chat about how his company works with the VA, why his company maintains deep connections to the military, and why DAV is so important to him. Are low-cost airlines in a nose dive? Does Musk have a new vision for Tesla?

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss the historic trends that show September being a horrible month for investors. What should we expect from this Friday's jobs report? What happens now that a court struck down some of Trump's tariffs? Companies re having major issues pricing items. How the Fed losing its independence could affect Americans' everyday lives.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss why a good economy can feel so bad. US stocks are now pricier than they were in the lead-up to the Dot-Com bubble pop. How bad could the fallout be from an AI bubble pop? What is the ultimate goal of the tariffs? A band of retail investors are beginning to flex their muscle. Musk now claims Tesla's profits will largely come from robots.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss how the future of the Fed came to rest on Lisa Cook. Alibaba creates AI chip to help China fill Nvidia void. Why the S&P 500 could be at risk of a 10% to 20% pullback if ether falls behind bitcoin again. Paul LaMonica, Barron's, joins the show to chat Salesforce's difficult year. Zuckerberg's AI hires disrupt Meta with swift exits and threats to leave.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss core inflation rose to 2.9% in July, highest since February. Does this change the Fed's September rate cut decision? Rate cuts will be good for stocks. But would the Fed be stimulating an economy that doesn't need it? Economists see slow US growth and stubborn inflation well into 2026. Higher prices are coming for household staples. 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Nvidia predicting cooler growth after sales record. Is China getting closer to finding its own Nvidia? US weekly jobless claims fall amid layoffs. Q2 GDP revised to show stronger growth. Why the market doesn't care much about Trump firing Fed's Cook. Mexico to raise tariffs on imports from China after US push. Who's to blame for your higher power bill?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the biggest problems the housing market is facing right now. After years of pain, are the riskiest stocks finally seeing some momentum? Big changes are coming to charitable giving. OpenAI is updating ChatGPT to better support users in mental distress.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the July retail sales data that rose despite tariff uncertainty. Consumer sentiment falls as inflation expectations climb. Can anything save Target from becoming the next Macy's? Now we know who is paying for tariffs. Who? Goldman researchers warn of an unfriendly asymmetry.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss potential Fed chair David Zervos backs aggressive interest rate cuts. What is ahead for the 10-year treasury rate after Fed rate cuts? The US is discussing taking a stake in Intel. SpaceX gets billions from the government. It gives nothing back in taxes. The reason is obvious. Consumers are losing patience with $17 salads. Paul LaMonica, Barron's, joins the show to chat about Otis.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss jobless claims edging lower last week and wholesale prices surged. Is the data starting to show the impacts from tariffs? Blue states hunt for ways to wring more taxes from the wealthy. Big Pharma has a vision for selling drugs and it involves mattresses. Google faces loss of Chrome as Perplexity bid adds drama to looming break up decision.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the feelings of FOMO many are having during the recent stock market surge. Amazon launches same-day delivery of meat, eggs, and produce in more than 1,000 cities. What is a 'safe' savings withdrawal rate in retirement? Those who run AI chatbot companies are dangerous. Are parents really ditching minivans for e-bikes?

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti explain why the Fed could cut rates in September and it comes down to employment data. Trump to nominate BLS critic to lead the agency. The era of big raises for low-paid workers is over. Do Roth IRA conversions still make sense with the passage of the GOP tax bill? Trump's BLS nominee already making questionable comments about the agency's future.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss the release of July's CPI data that came in less than expected and what that means for the Fed when they have to decide on interest rates in September. Tariff promises on both sides have been wildly overblown. Nvidia CEO buys his way out of the trade battle. China urges firms to avoid Nvidia's H20 chips. Trump softens stance on Intel CEO after demanding resignation. Elon Musk threatens to sue Apple over app store rankings.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Nvidia and AMD agreeing to pay 15% to the US on every chip they sell in China. What if China opts out of Nvidia chips? What are US automakers saying about Trump's changing EV policies? Small US businesses are getting slammed by tariffs. Is Walmart too big to fail?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss timing a new home purchase and why now might be a good time. Dot-com parallel leads to fear of what's next for this record-breaking stock market. When to ditch web search for deep research. Target has a frustrated workforce amidst the search for a new CEO.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the BLS not being able to be replaced by the private sector. Las Veags sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the US. Summer concert season off to a booming start. Paul LaMonica, Barrons, joins the show to chat about Broadcom's fantastic start to the year and why they aren't included in the Magnificent Seven.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the Nasdaq reaching new highs. Markets shrug off poor employment data. Trump's surprise pick buys him time on chair selection. What is the biggest economic threat to Trump? 'Stagflation is coming to the US' what does that mean for your dollars, bonds, and stocks?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss mega cap companies continuing to hold up markets are their backs. Luke Kawa, Sherwood News, joins the show to continue the conversation about mega cap dominance. Peloton posts surprise profit but announces 6% layoffs anyway. Draft Kings profit doubles ex[ectations as people are betting and losing more. 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss how markets continue to brush aside tariffs and potential tariff impacts, why? The auto industry takes a $12B hit from the trade war. Three Fed officials voice fresh concerns over the US labor market. Are you ready for private assets and crypto in your 401(k)? Youth is losing to experience in this labor market.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti tariff impacts showing up in earnings reports. Is there a case against a September rate cut? The EU continues to look for a tariff exemption on wines and spirits. Is Trump's tax bill actually helping blue states more than red?

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss Trump's decision to fire the BLS chief and how Wall Street views the move. Why does it matter that Trump fired the BLS chief? Is LA dooming itself if it enacts a $30 minimun wage? Selling Stocks in a Market Downturn Is a Big Mistake. 5 Strategies to ‘Panic Prudently.' Is Musk the most important CEO in the world?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong react to today's market sell-off, driven by Thursday's late tariff announcement from President Trump on several countries to begin on August 7. And, could courts overturn Trump's tariffs? Plus, the July jobs report disappointed, leading to a tumble in treasury yields. Is the economy starting to see more signs of trouble under the hood?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong recap the market sell-off and are joined by CNBC's Michael Santoli to run through his takeaways and insight from the busiest week of the year. Plus, why did Amazon's stock take such a big hit following its earnings report? Apple saw its devices sales jump due to consumers wanting to get ahead of potential price increases. And, Paul LaMonica of Barron's discusses recent IPO Figma.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong take a deep dive into the impressive second quarter earnings from Meta and Microsoft, led by their AI initiatives. Why does AI continue to push markets higher? And is AI also helping boost the economy? Should the Magnificent 7 stocks be revised? Plus, a preview of more tech earnings from Apple and Amazon.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong recap an interesting press conference from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell at the conclusion of the central bank's meeting, which ultiamtely kept rates steady. Why did two Fed governors dissent and back an interest rate cut? And what does that mean for the rest of Powell's term? Plus, Ford is seeing pain from tariffs. Starbucks eliminates mobile-order only stores to get back to its roots. China's warning to the US and Nviida. And could autonomus trucking lead to massive job loss down the line?

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss Trump's fragile trade deals. Inflation vs Unemployment. Which do Americans fear more? Even top earners are falling behind on credit card and car loan payments. Soaring energy costs related to the AI boom are becoming concerning.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti break down the numbers in the latest JOLTS report. A divided Fed eyes future rate cuts but not likely this week. Companies are starting to complain about consumer stress levels. Trump is winning his trade war.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the latest bragging point for CEOs is shrinking their companies headcounts. Inflation is outpacing wage growth for nearly half of Americans. Americans view their 401(k) as more than just a nest egg. ‘Quishing' scams dupe millions of Americans as cybercriminals turn the QR code bad.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong preview a very busy week for economic data. Is the US-EU trade deal the least bad outcome? How long can the US economy defy expectations? The Fed hasn't been this divided in 30 years. Are things really changing for the better at Boeing under the new CEO?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the S&P500 and Nasdaq Composite hitting new record highs. Trump says he won't fire Powell despite bout of bickering over renovation costs. Intel to layoff 15% of workers and cancel billions in projects in bid for rebound. Wall Street is challenging the low cost investing revolution. Microsoft CEO says job cuts have been weighing on him.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss airlines not named Delta or United are having a very difficult year. Airbnb is looking to redefince travel again. McDonald's has lost its way when it comes to value. Can the golden arches recapture value focused customers? What will it take for robotaxis to go global?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Trump's new trade standard taking shape with 15% tariff deal. Tesla braces for 'rough' quarters as US ends incentives. Google revenue soars on AI boom. Nvidia and AMD CEOs rally behind Trump's AI 'action plan.' 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss home prices hitting a new record in June, dragging down sales. Ted Rossman, Bankrate, joins the show to share the results of a recent back-to-school shopping survey. Trump to tour Federal Reserve, ramping up pressure on Powell. What most Americans get wrong about Social Security. Thousands of workers feel reduced burnout after four day work week trial.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss why stocks are up and why it is such a mystery right now. Corporate America keeps calling consumers 'resilient.' Consumers beg to differ. Banks hate 'buy now, pay later' and may penalize its users. Meme stock frenzy is back. Alphabet earnings optimism outweighs looming anti trust risks. California's $20 minimum wage at fast-food chains has hit employment.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss GM's profit falling as Trump tariffs add $1.1B in costs. Coca-Cola beats estimates but feels slightly meh. Bessent says review of Feds building renovations is needed. BlackRock restricts use of company devices for China travel. Does Europe have a secret weapon to use in negotiations with Trump? Canada's boycott of US liquor hits domestic alcohol sales.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss Bessent making the case to Trump against firing Fed Chair Powell. Is the US riskier than emerging markets? Social Security needs a fix more than ever after the big bill. Could the Big Beautiful Bill prove to be contractionary? After pledging to keep prices low, Amazon hiked them on hundreds of essentials. Will 'smart' restrooms fix America's public bathroom crisis?

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss the busy week for earnings that started off with the ever reliable Verizon. Is the US economy regaining its swagger? How the Fed has learned from previous mistakes. Europe prepares for a US trade fight. What does a late career layoff look like in America? Wall Street want to make private markets a little more public.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss housing starts gain but still lag from last year. Consumer sentiment rises in July despite Trump's latest tariff threats. Upbeat earnings send S&P and Nasdaq to new highs. Why does Netflix keep dominating the streaming space? Trump set to open US retirement market to crypto investments.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss American Express expenses grow amid investments to keep customers spending. Where are Walmart prices are changing — and staying the same — as Trump's tariffs hit? Carmakers face uncertainty as tariffs and earnings collide. GE Aerospace investors are unsure of the potential. 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss pump prices not being the problem, plug prices are. Tough job market got college grads is worrying for the economy. Why the Fed keeps holding rates steady while waiting to see on tariffs. Paul LaMonica, Barron's, joins the show to chat about Tesla and JPMorgan still short.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the Fed building renovation at the heart of Trump's efforts to oust Powell. Bank CEOs are coming out fighting for Fed independence. US jobless claims fell last week. Retail sales came in strong in June but could be hiding something important. The bond market won't let America be irresponsible forever.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggesting Powell should leave Fed board in May. Starbucks tells white-collar workers to come to the office more. Jeff Ostrowski, Bankrate, joins the show to chat about a recent homebuyers/homesellers survey. Why have US stocks and bonds had 'healthy' returns this year despite Trump's tariff threats? Is the job market really that bad for Gen Z?