Podcasts about Volatility

As 2026 enters its final third, investors face an unusual combination of strong market fundamentals and several potential sources of volatility. In this episode, Tony Zabiegala and Derek Gabrielsen examine what has supported the market so far, including broader market participation, a rotation from growth toward value, and earnings and revenue growth. They also consider what could challenge that outlook, including Federal Reserve uncertainty, the midterm elections, geopolitical developments, energy prices, and the possibility that current earnings strength represents an unusually favorable environment. The conversation emphasizes diversification, appropriate risk tolerance, and maintaining a disciplined investment plan rather than reacting to momentum or attempting to move in and out of the market.

In this episode, Kyle sits down with Cam to break down another piece of his trading system: the RSI strategy.Unlike Gap and Go, which is built around momentum and breakouts, this setup is a mean-reversion strategy. The idea is simple: find strong stocks that are temporarily oversold, then look for the bounce.Cam walks through how he uses a two-period RSI, why he looks for signals below 10, and how he exits once RSI recovers. He also explains why this works better on large-cap, institutionally supported names (especially Nasdaq 100 stocks) and why it falls apart when applied to smaller, lower-quality names.The conversation also covers how RSI fits into a broader portfolio of strategies alongside Gap and Go, Close/Open, and Opening Range Break. Cam explains why diversifying by strategy can create a smoother equity curve, keep capital working in different market conditions, and reduce reliance on any single setup.They also get into the practical side: how to size the trade, why earnings create the biggest tail risk, whether stop losses help or hurt, how options can be used to define risk, what delta and expiration ranges make sense, and why selling puts may be another way to express the same idea.This episode is a deeper look at building a full trading system... Not just finding one setup but stacking strategies that complement each other.Chapter Timestamps:00:00 — Why Diversifying Strategies Matters00:49 — RSI Strategy Overview and Where the Signal Comes From03:22 — Close/Open, Overnight Returns, and Unused Capital05:17 — Applying RSI to Individual Stocks06:30 — Entry and Exit Rules for the RSI Setup07:35 — Why RSI Works Better on Large-Cap Names09:27 — Filters: Nasdaq 100, 200-Day Strength, and Moving Averages10:40 — Strategy Diversification: Gap and Go, Close/Open, and RSI13:19 — Choosing Between RSI and Gap and Go15:24 — Managing Risk Without Traditional Stop Losses18:31 — Coca-Cola Example: RSI Signal, Options, and Rolling Winners20:10 — Using Options to Define Risk24:06 — Volatility, IV Crush, and Selling Puts27:12 — Backtesting, Survivorship Bias, and AI29:15 — Sizing Correctly, Avoiding Earnings, and Final RulesSponsors:Our podcast is sponsored by Sue Maki at Fairway Independent Mortgage (MLS# 206048). Licensed in 38 states, if you need anything mortgage-related, reach out to her at SMaki@fairwaymc.com or give her a call at (520) 977-7904. Tell her 2 Bulls sent you to get the best rates available!If you are interested in signing up with TRADEPRO Academy, you can use our affiliate link here. We receive compensation for any purchases made when using this link, so it's a great way to support the show and learn at the same time! **Use code CHINASHOP15 to save 15%**To contact us, you can email us directly at bandoftraderspodcast@gmail.comCheck out our directory for other amazing interviews we've done in the past!If you like our show, please let us know by rating and subscribing on your platform of choice!If you like our show and hate social media, then please tell all your friends!If you have no friends and hate social media and you just want to give us money for advertising to help you find more friends, then you can donate to support the show here!Cam:‍ ‍Cam is a Navy veteran & management consultant turned 8 figure investor & trader. Trading let him retire at 35 & be able to support and provide for his family forever. Now he wants to help others escape the financial system and live the way we were meant to live: free. His system is a rule-based design that can be used for long term investing, swing trading or option selling on any schedule.Follow Cam on TwitterSub to Cam's YouTube for More!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

(4:00) Nation warming up to Ashton Daniels? (9:00) Season could be extremely volatile (23:00) Norvell in his element? (25:00) Grading success for 2026 (37:00) Is the defense good enough? (41:30) Are we harping too much on depth? (51:30) Portal was crazier than we understood (59:00) Tommy to Texas Tech? Music: Ludacris - Blow It Out Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   batesautodetailing.com (904)-855-7510 Polymarket app. $20 bonus for a $10 deposit upon sign up with code On3. 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(4:00) Nation warming up to Ashton Daniels? (9:00) Season could be extremely volatile (23:00) Norvell in his element? (25:00) Grading success for 2026 (37:00) Is the defense good enough? (41:30) Are we harping too much on depth? (51:30) Portal was crazier than we understood (59:00) Tommy to Texas Tech? Music: Ludacris - Blow It Out Follow CumminsLifestyle on IG   batesautodetailing.com (904)-855-7510 Polymarket app. $20 bonus for a $10 deposit upon sign up with code On3. 18+ Only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Not available in all jurisdictions. Trading is risky. 100% loss can occur. See polymarket.com/tos for more information. The Polymarket US App serves as an independent software provider and affiliate of Polymarket US and Polymarket Clearing, the CFTC-regulated exchange and clearing organization   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retirement Heroes specializes in helping retirees and those nearing retirement secure their financial future with confidence. Whether it's ensuring a reliable income stream, protecting assets, or planning for healthcare costs, we take a personalized approach to understanding what matters most to each client. Our mission is to provide the guidance and strategies needed so they can enjoy their golden years without financial stress.Financial security in retirement isn't just about numbers—it's about peace of mind. I'm here to help retirees make informed decisions so they can enjoy life on their terms, without the fear of outliving their savings.Learn More: https://retirementheroes.org/Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-shelby-green-retirement-expert-with-retirement-heroes-discussing-bond-replacements-and-volatility-buffer-2

The Q2 earnings season delivered a strong set of results, with positive surprises across sectors and regions. As investors look ahead to the remainder of the year, the broadening of earnings growth and market participation is creating opportunities beyond the dominant AI and technology themes.In this episode, Mathieu Racheter, Head of Equity Strategy at Julius Baer, talks to Helen Freer about the key takeaways from the Q2 earnings season. They explore sector performance, forward guidance provided by companies, the ongoing strength of the AI investment cycle, and the implications of increased competition and monetisation in AI. The conversation also covers the importance of diversification, and how investors can position portfolios for a broader and potentially more volatile market environment into year end.(00:00) - Introduction (00:47) - Key takeaways from Q2 earnings season (02:01) - Sector performance shows broadening growth (03:08) - Forward guidance (04:12) - Evidence of broadening returns (05:13) - The health of the AI investment cycle (06:37) - Volatility in AI-related stocks (07:54) - Monetisation of AI investments (09:18) - Impact of lower cost AI models (10:44) - The case for diversification beyond AI (12:03) - Alternatives to AI across sectors and regions (13:30) - Closing remarks and legal information Would you like to support this show? Please leave us a review and star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq both snapping three-week win streaks as yields continue their climb. The traders debate the next move for markets and what we could hear from Fed officials next week in Jackson Hole. Then, the Chart Master gives his technical take on Nvidia as the world's largest company gears up to report earnings on Wednesday, and Bernstein analyst Stacy Rasgon lays out what investors need to hear from the chipmaker. Plus, Bitcoin's big bounce, the hype over perpetual futures and Ross Stores rings up big gains. Fast Money Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Retirement Heroes specializes in helping retirees and those nearing retirement secure their financial future with confidence. Whether it's ensuring a reliable income stream, protecting assets, or planning for healthcare costs, we take a personalized approach to understanding what matters most to each client. Our mission is to provide the guidance and strategies needed so they can enjoy their golden years without financial stress.Financial security in retirement isn't just about numbers—it's about peace of mind. I'm here to help retirees make informed decisions so they can enjoy life on their terms, without the fear of outliving their savings.Learn More: https://retirementheroes.org/Influential Entrepreneurs with Mike Saundershttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/influential-entrepreneurs-with-mike-saunders/Source: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-shelby-green-retirement-expert-with-retirement-heroes-discussing-bond-replacements-and-volatility-buffer

In dieser Episode von #Volatility sprechen Thomas Altmann, Head of Portfoliomanagement bei QC Partners, und Katharina Lehmann über die jüngsten Rekordstände des DAX und die Gründe für die überraschende Stärke des deutschen Aktienmarktes. Im Mittelpunkt stehen die Hoffnungen der Anleger auf sinkende Energiepreise, nachlassenden Inflationsdruck und ein günstigeres Zinsumfeld. Außerdem werfen sie einen Blick auf die aktuelle Anlegerpositionierung, die niedrigen Absicherungsquoten, die ambitionierten Bewertungen vieler DAX-Unternehmen und die Frage, wie viel Potenzial der deutsche Leitindex nach seinem jüngsten Rekordlauf noch besitzt.

Market news for August 19, 2026: Global markets slumped as bond yields hit decade highs; oil topped $90 amid Middle East volatility; tech stocks took a heavy hit, echoing Wall Street’s slide; and investors braced for persistent inflation and elusive policy guidance from Fed minutes. Synopsis: Market Focus Daily is a closing bell roundup by The Business Times that looks at the day’s market movements and news from Singapore and the region. Written by: Howie Lim (howielim@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Chai Pei Chieh & Claressa Monteiro Produced by: BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media Produced with AI text-to-speech capabilities --- Follow Market Focus Daily and rate us on: Channel: bt.sg/btmktfocus Amazon: bt.sg/mfam Apple Podcasts: bt.sg/mfap Spotify: bt.sg/mfsp YouTube Music: bt.sg/mfyt Website: bt.sg/mktfocus Feedback to: btpodcasts@sph.com.sg Do note: This podcast is meant to provide general information only. SPH Media accepts no liability for loss arising from any reliance on the podcast or use of third party’s products and services. Please consult professional advisors for independent advice. Discover more BT podcast series: BT Money Hacks at: bt.sg/btmoneyhacks BT Correspondents at: bt.sg/btcobt BT Podcasts at: bt.sg/podcasts BT Lens On: bt.sg/btlensonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks are back near record highs, the trend remains bullish, and market breadth is strong. But after a powerful run, the S&P 500 is stretched well above its major moving averages, while investor sentiment and money flows have reached extreme levels. Lance Roberts reviews Yen Intervention Narrative amd examines what is driving the rally, why retail investors are piling back into previously beaten-down trades, and whether strong earnings, buybacks, and broad participation can keep markets moving higher. Rebalancing, taking profits in oversized positions, and maintaining discipline may be more important than trying to squeeze every last percentage point out of the rally. 0:00 INTRO 0:54 - 20-Weeks Until Christmas & Pumpkin Spice 2:00 - Target, WalMart, & Retail Spending 6:59 - Markets Post Third Week of Gains 9:54 - Volatility & Risk/Reward 13:07 - Your vs You're & UR 14:45 - Yen Interventions & Dollar Swaps 19:48 - The 2011 Japan Crisis 28:49 - Do You Chase this Rally? 34:04 - Money Flow & Market Breadth 38:54 - What You Should Do Next Hosted by RIA Advisors' Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo ------- Watch today's "Before the Bell" premarket commentary, "Is the Market's Risk-Reward Getting Worse? https://youtu.be/zadlkEF7iN0 -------- Watch Today's Full Video on our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/live/c44_giKICEY?feature=share ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "Yen Intervention Narrative: What's True And Not" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/yen-intervention-narrative-whats-true-and-not/ "Record Highs: Should You Chase The Rally?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/record-highs-should-you-chase-the-rally/ "Think Like An Investor, Not A Speculator (Chapter 1 of 5)" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/think-like-an-investor-chapter-1-of-5/ -------- Watch our previous show, "The Retirement Magic Number Trap" https://youtube.com/live/vjIZ60E3B0I?feature=share ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ ------- * REGISTER for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Savvy Medicare Planning: Everything You Need to Know Before You Enroll," Thursday, August 20, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/Qjx33M2tS4i4 --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #SP500 #MarketOutlook #PortfolioManagement #MarketRally #SP500 #YenIntervention

Tiernan Ray, longtime tech journalist and editor of The Technology Letter, examines the lessons learned from 2Q tech earnings, the state of the chip trade and what's behind the volatility in memory stocks. Tiernan also takes a closer look at the state of A.I. infrastructure financing.======== 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

Niels Kaastrup-Larsen is joined by Andrew Beer and Tom Wrobel to examine a remarkable period for systematic investing. They discuss how CTAs have navigated volatile moves across equities, commodities, currencies and rates while preserving strong gains, and why diversification has been central to that resilience. The conversation explores leverage, the renewed interest in managed accounts and portable alpha, alongside the growing distinction between trend and non-trend strategies. They also challenge the traditional framing of CTAs as crisis alpha, debate whether greater complexity actually improves returns, and examine the difficulties investors face when selecting managers and benchmarking an industry where yesterday's winners may not remain tomorrow's leaders.-----50 YEARS OF TREND FOLLOWING BOOK AND BEHIND-THE-SCENES VIDEO FOR ACCREDITED INVESTORS - CLICK HERE-----Follow Niels on Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube or via the TTU website.IT's TRUE ? – most CIO's read 50+ books each year – get your FREE copy of the Ultimate Guide to the Best Investment Books ever written here.And you can get a free copy of my latest book “Ten Reasons to Add Trend Following to Your Portfolio” here.Learn more about the Trend Barometer here.Send your questions to info@toptradersunplugged.comAnd please share this episode with a like-minded friend and leave an honest Rating & Review on iTunes or Spotify so more people can discover the podcast.Follow Andrew on Twitter.Follow Tom on LinkedIn.Episode TimeStamps: 00:00 - Introduction and eclipse mania02:57 - Volatility, valuations and a changing market environment06:22 - Trend Barometer falls as opportunities narrow08:21 - How CTAs have navigated 202610:10 - An extraordinary year for systematic investing14:07 - Yen intervention and CTA resilience17:11 - Trend versus non-trend performance22:20 - August performance and the systematic landscape24:48 - Active commodity strategies versus traditional CTAs29:39 - Situational Awareness and the risks of leverage32:14 - Managed accounts, capital efficiency and risk control37:49 - Are systematic strategies becoming over-engineered?42:45 - The growing divide between trend and non-trend CTAs50:34 - Reframing trend following as all-weather alpha55:07 - Why the crisis alpha narrative can be misleading01:04:06 - The hidden challenges of CTA benchmarks01:12:12 - Manager selection and diversification across CTAs01:14:15 - Does non-trend really improve a CTA portfolio?Copyright © 2025 – CMC AG – All Rights Reserved----PLUS: Whenever you're ready... here are 3 ways I can help you in your investment Journey:1. eBooks that cover key topics that you need to know about In my eBooks, I put together some key discoveries and things I have learnt during the more than 3 decades I have worked in the Trend Following industry, which I hope you will find useful. Click Here2. Daily Trend Barometer and Market Score One of the things I'm really proud of, is the fact that I have managed to published the Trend Barometer and Market Score each day for more than a decade...as these tools are really good at describing the environment for trend following managers as well as giving insights into the general positioning of a trend following strategy! Click Here3. Other Resources that can help youAnd if you are hungry for more useful resources from the trend following world...check out some precious resources that I have found over the years to be really valuable. Click HerePrivacy PolicyDisclaimer

Chris Morkowski discusses the evolving landscape of wealth management, particularly the increasing reliance on AI and the neglect of the mass affluent client base. He highlights the dangers of AI in financial advisory roles, the consequences of financial deregulation, and the importance of client care. Morkowski also addresses the K-shaped economy, the hidden costs of home ownership, and market volatility, while reflecting on the legacy of Alan Greenspan and the current state of Social Security policy.

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The volatility survivors are back! After surviving tornado sirens, wild weather and another relentless week of declining volatility, Mark Longo is joined by Russell Rhoads, Mark Sebastian and special guest Rich Excell to break down everything happening across the volatility landscape. On this episode, the crew discusses the continued grind higher in equities and lower in VIX, why the bond and stock markets appear to be watching two very different movies, and whether volatility could completely melt down as we head deeper into the dog days of summer. They also dig into the growing fascination with VIX puts, including the suddenly popular 15 strike, unusual activity across the VIX options market, a massive September-to-October/November VIX call roll, the latest action in SVIX, UVIX, UVXY and VXX, Russell's intriguing weekly VIX trades, and much more. Plus, could VIX actually trade with a 12 handle before Jackson Hole? And what are our volatility survivors forecasting for next week?

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Always keep an eye on options even if you don't use them, says Kevin Davitt of Nasdaq. He turns to index data tied to straddles and volatility to help explain why bullish activity in options is vastly outweighing downside risks in the current market environment. That will change if inflation and jobs data becomes less benign in the coming weeks, argues Kevin. He also examines what he considers a key relationship between Nasdaq-100 (NDX) and S&P 500 (SPX) options volatility. ======== 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

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Chris Wallis, CEO and CIO at Vaughan Nelson, breaks down this summer's AI stock volatility and financing, the US assistance in stabilizing the Yen and the rise of the long end of sovereign yield curves, an inflation update, and second half 2026 thoughts.

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When we're stuck in a low-volatility range and the charts are just going sideways, it's easy for people to lose patience, trade out of boredom, and start making mountains out of molehills. To help cut through the noise with a steady pair of hands, Pav is joined by Trader Travis, founder of The Crypto Mastermind, one of the longest-running crypto communities in the world. Travis and Pav hash out the recent ColdCard wallet exploit and what it actually means for self-custody right now. They dig into how market narratives have shifted away from over-promised tech toward meme coins and fresh volume in ecosystems like Hyperliquid, Robinhood, and Solana. Plus, Travis breaks down his level-to-level DCA strategy, how to avoid taking unnecessary paper cuts during boring market phases, and a few key tax considerations so you don't burn your capital when conditions get tricky. You'll hear:  00:00 Pav welcomes OG community founder Trader Travis to discuss keeping cool during market lulls. 02:57 Unpacking open-source security risks and how investors should approach self-custody. 10:41 Why meme coins took over after failed tech promises and where trading volume is shifting now. 14:18 How Travis spots active trading ecosystems using chart volume over Twitter hype. 15:24 A simple, disciplined framework for buying support levels instead of chasing weekend pumps. 18:03 Why sideways markets punish emotional traders and how self-awareness prevents forced losses. 22:29 Important considerations on tax changes, portfolio losses, and long-term investing vs. active trading. … and much more! Connect with Travis on X: https://x.com/trader_travis Or join his community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thecryptomastermind Want to see what we're looking at every episode? Watch the YouTube version of the podcast here. Ready to start? Get $10 of FREE Bitcoin on Swyftx when you sign up and verify:  https://trade.swyftx.com.au/register/?promoRef=tappingintocrypto10btc  To get the latest updates, hit subscribe and follow us over on the gram @tappingintocrypto or X @tappingintocrypto If you can't wait to learn more, check out these blogs from our friends over at Swyftx. This podcast provides general market commentary and is for educational and entertainment purposes only. It is NOT financial advice. We are NOT licensed financial advisors. Investing in cryptocurrency carries risk. You should always conduct your own research and seek independent financial advice before making any investment decisions. Please read Swyftx's Terms and Conditions and Risk Disclosure statement before investing.

Markets have broken out to new all-time highs after two months of consolidation, a bullish development that could support higher prices over the next six to twelve months. But the rapid advance has also pushed markets back toward overbought conditions. Volatility is deeply suppressed, investor fear is scarce, and money flow and market breadth have surged toward levels where they have historically peaked. That does not mean a market crash is coming, but it does argue for greater attention to portfolio risk. We explain why the longer-term outlook remains bullish, what could trigger a correction, and which market internals we're watching next. Hosted by RIA Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer --- Watch the Video version of this report on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/3RiOabBiud4 --- Articles mentioned in this report: "Leveraged ETFs: Math Often Trumps Hype" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/leveraged-etfs-math-often-trumps-hype/ --- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/insights/real-investment-daily/ --- Do you enjoy our content? Rate us on Google: https://bit.ly/4b9JtEo --- * REGISTER for our next Dynamic Learning Series, "Savvy Social Security Planning: More Income, Less Worry," Thursday, August 6, 2026: https://streamyard.com/watch/tQ3PS8hd64mt --- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN --- Subscribe to SimpleVisor : https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new --- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #StockMarket #Investing #MarketOutlook #MarketRisk #Volatility

WASDE Wild Cards, Trading Volatility & Why Good Producers Still Struggle This week Kevin and Todd dig into today's WASDE report, where Kevin sees the biggest potential surprises, and why he believes the market may be sitting in a spot where one USDA number could trigger a much larger technical move. Kevin also explains why he is trading smaller as volatility increases, why he would rather react to a market mistake than try to predict the USDA, why some very good producers still struggle financially, and why the business side of agriculture is becoming an even bigger separator. A few highlights from this week's conversation: 00:40 — What should the most important room in agriculture be talking about?AI, robotics, government policy, new investment ideas, and one overriding question: How do we use all of these new tools to improve ROI? 02:15 — Kevin's biggest WASDE wild cardKevin says acreage may be the number that creates the surprise. He also discusses yield, feed and residual demand, exports, and why adjustments to last year's crop could still matter. 08:30 — Stop putting too much weight on weekly crop ratingsKevin pushes back hard on using USDA Good-to-Excellent ratings as a precise yield predictor and says he puts more weight on private tours, producer intelligence, and actual boots-on-the-ground observations. 19:25 — Don't predict the report. Wait for the market to make a mistake.Kevin compares trading around USDA reports to wrestling: stay balanced, let the opponent overextend, and then take advantage. 29:15 — Why Kevin is trading smaller than he used toMore speculative money, larger price swings, and greater volatility mean the consequences of being over-leveraged are dramatically higher. 37:40 — Are struggling producers simply bad operators?Kevin's distinction is important: most producers he knows are very good at producing a crop. The bigger separator is business — marketing, equipment decisions, insurance, inputs, technology, taxes, capital allocation, and ROI. 43:20 — Put a great businessperson against a great producer. Who wins?Kevin's answer is immediate: the businessperson. They may need time to learn production — or hire somebody who already knows it — but strong business judgment eventually becomes the advantage. 49:25 — The AI conversation comes down to one word: EXECUTEHaving data isn't enough. Having AI isn't enough. Having advisors isn't enough. The advantage comes from actually implementing what improves the business. 59:15 — Why Kevin is still holding substantial cash even as Wall Street gets more bullishKevin explains the difference between being bearish and maintaining dry powder. His long-term investing accounts remain bullish — he simply wants enough cash available to capitalize when markets hit one of the “trap doors” he believes are inevitable. KEVIN QUOTES “I'm not trying to predict or forecast what the USDA is gonna do… I'm trying to play if the market overreacts one way or the other.” “The whole key is to be able to stay with a move and not get shook out.” “The differentiator is on the business side.” “A great person can take a really shitty or bad idea and make it good. A bad person can take a really great business and make it really bad.” The bigger theme running through this episode is simple: Volatility creates opportunity — but only if you have the discipline, liquidity, and business structure to survive long enough to take advantage of it. Listen to the full episode of FARMCON Conversations. FARMCON — The Most Important Room in Agriculture

South Korea has become a real-world case study in how market concentration, investor enthusiasm and leveraged ETFs can amplify volatility. In this episode, Bloomberg Intelligence's Tanvir Sandhu, Rena Kwok and Shirley Wong examine how leveraged products can create powerful feedback loops when positioning starts to outweigh fundamentals. They unpack the mechanics of ETF rebalancing, the role of AI and semiconductor enthusiasm in Korea's recent market swings and the implications for brokerages, fixed-income investors and broader investment themes across Asia.

How has the mortgage market shifted over the past year? Looking beyond the last year, the industry has taken a hit since the mini-budget, and there hasn't been much true stability since. Rates spiked and have been coming back down since, and going into 2026 most clients were feeling genuinely optimistic. Then geopolitics and the conflict in Iran did untold damage to the industry. At one point, around day 31 of the conflict, 20% of all mortgage products were withdrawn from the market in one go. It's a strange place to navigate right now. But whatever the wider market is doing, people always end up moving, upsizing, downsizing, relocating, so there are always deals to be done. Advisors are simply having to work a lot harder to get them across the line, and we're seeing more remortgages than purchases at the moment. What does that mean for homeowners refinancing in 2026? Around 1.8 million UK homeowners have mortgages coming up for renewal in 2026. Many locked in deals below 2.5%, and they're likely to be looking at something closer to double that now. This tracks with UK Finance's latest mortgage lending forecast, which confirms 1.8 million fixed-rate mortgages are due to end in 2026 and forecasts a 10% rise in external remortgaging as a result. How is all this feeding into hiring? It really varies from client to client. Some have big accounts and introducers that keep them hiring regardless of the wider noise, but across the industry as a whole, clients have become more cautious and selectiveabout who they take on. That said, people still want to work in mortgages, everyone's trying to stay as optimistic as possible, and it remains a fantastic industry to be in once the market's playing ball again. What makes a mortgage role compelling enough to make someone move? Businesses need to tell a real story about who they are, where they are now, and where they're heading, and what that actually means for someone joining. It's very easy in this industry to stay surface-level and never get into the depth of what a business actually offers, and that's exactly how companies end up blending into the same pool as everyone else and losing out on the right people. Commission structures matter here too, particularly on the self-employed side, where I'm increasingly seeing businesses put together genuinely exciting, competitive structures. If two similar clients are fighting over the same candidate, especially one with their own client book, that candidate is going to the business with the better commission offer almost every time. Is it better to hire self-employed or employed mortgage advisors? There's a real split across the industry. Right now, businesses are more willing to take on a self-employed hire because there's less risk and less cost exposure for the business owner. If someone's already self-employed, moving to another self-employed role tends to be an easy decision, usually driven by better commission or a stronger lead source. Where I see real hesitation is employed advisors considering a move into a self-employed role. It takes three to four months to build up a pipeline before any income starts coming in, and that's a genuine risk, especially with cost-of-living pressures front of mind. But the upside and the flexibility are far greater, and on the whole, the brokers earning the most in this industry are self-employed. It takes a certain personality type to make that leap. What are the best firms doing to attract the strongest candidates? One of the biggest factors, and one that's a lot easier said than done to fix, is lead source. I'm currently working with one client who has a huge resource behind them and generates around 500 leads a week. That's put them in a lucky position where I'm helping them grow headcount by roughly 30 to 35 people over the next four months alone. A strong lead source opens the door to a far wider pool of candidates. Beyond that, most businesses are looking for people with four or five years' experience who already have their own client book, and who can top that up with a few extra deals along the way. What's the outlook for mortgage recruitment over the next 12 months? A lot is riding on what happens with Iran, and even if that stopped tomorrow, it would still take time for inflation and interest rates to properly come down. All being well, I'd hope the market is in a noticeably better position by the end of next year, but I wouldn't want to be quoted on that. On hiring specifically, I expect it to look much like it does now, cautiously cautious. Clients are likely to stay selective about who they bring into their business, and candidates will need to tick most of the boxes before a client is willing to take a chance on them. About the Podcast Guests Hugh van Grutten – Head of Mortgages, deverellsmith Hugh leads deverellsmith's Mortgages, Debt & Equity desk, specialising in connecting brokerages and financial services firms with experienced self-employed and employed mortgage professionals. He draws on years of market experience and an extensive industry network to identify exactly what hiring businesses need, even for hard-to-fill, senior or high-volume mortgage broker searches. Connect with Hugh on LinkedIn or email hugh.vangrutten@deverellsmith.com. Hannah Taylor – Manager, Investment and Build to Rent, deverellsmith Hannah manages deverellsmith's Investment and Build to Rent team and places senior investment candidates across the real estate space. With 10 years of experience in the industry, she's known for understanding a client's specific requirements and culture in depth, and for being an excellent communicator throughout the hiring process. Connect with Hannah on LinkedIn or email hannah.taylor@deverellsmith.com.

Kenny Polcari recaps key market moves over recent weeks to explain how earnings reinforce market strength for Big Tech and beyond. However, brace for volatility, as Kenny points out that August tends to be a low volume month that attributes to bigger-than-expected swings. Something else to watch for: "bad news is good news" becoming "bad news is bad news" for the Fed. Kenny explains that while last week's negative jobs print suggests greater likelihood for interest rate cuts, it will come back to bite if trends continue. That said, he tells investors to stay in AI names, making the case that the trade is far from over. ======== 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

Podcast summary: This podcast explores how escalating Middle East tensions disrupted crude and clean tanker markets in June-July, driving volatility in freight rates, trade flows and shipping risks. The discussion focuses also on the growing role of AWRPs in the Middle East and alternative loading routes, including Argus' new clean tanker freight assessments from the Gulf of Oman and India's west coast. Key Topics Discussed Escalating security risks in the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf of Oman, Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb. The impact of the conflict on crude tanker freight rates and vessel availability. Volatility in CPP tanker markets across the LR2, LR1 and MR segments. Rising AWRPs and their influence on freight costs. Alternative loading routes and the launch of Argus' new clean freight assessments from the Gulf of Oman and India's west coast.

Market declines can feel risky, but short-term volatility and long-term investment risk are not necessarily the same thing. In Part 1 of this two-part market discussion, Ben and Keith examine some key elements that often influence investment decisions. They also explain how a disciplined strategy can help investors respond to changing markets without trying to predict every high and low.   Here's some of what we discuss in this episode:

 Chris Markowski, the Watchdog on Wall Street, discusses the harsh realities of the financial world, focusing on the recent collapse of hedge funds, the dangers of leverage, and the importance of accountability in investing. He emphasizes the need for patience and diligence in financial planning, warning against the allure of shortcuts and speculative investments. Markowski also critiques the role of special purpose vehicles in the market and advocates for a more responsible approach to wealth building.

Washington is shifting from monetary management toward state-directed capitalism and the consequences could reshape where capital flows next. This week, Tyler joins us for his final roundup before heading to Shoten Capital, unpacking the shift toward state-directed growth and volatility suppression. We explore Fed-Treasury coordination, the AI capex boom, energy abundance, and whether Bitcoin is approaching a turning point. Enjoy! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 00:58 Tyler's Farewell 04:34 Markets Enter A New Regime 06:22 Treasury Takes Control Of Volatility 15:11 Nuclear Power Supercycle? 20:18 Backstopping The Global Short Vol Trade 24:50 Are Policy Band-Aids Creating Bigger Risks? 28:48 Gold Sniffs Out The Policy Pivot 33:35 The AI Capex Boom Becomes Statecraft 40:42 Can Markets Survive The Midterms? 44:19 Regulation Builds The AI Moat 46:01 Bitcoin Enters A Cleansing Phase 50:31 How Narratives Drive Capital Flows 55:34 Final Thoughts FOLLOW THE SHOW › Forward Guidance – https://x.com/ForwardGuidance › Felix – https://x.com/fejau_inc › Quinn – https://x.com/qthomp › Tyler – https://x.com/Tyler_Neville › Telegram – https://t.me/+CAoZQpC-i6BjYTEx › Blockworks – https://x.com/Blockworks RESOURCES › Weekly Roundup Charts – https://drive.google.com/file/d/16t3aXIjnR07MLnyb7RGarzT0oaI7dOFH/view?usp=sharing EVENTS › Join us at Digital Asset Summit 2026 Asia October 7th & Digital Asset 2026 London November 10-11th https://blockworks.com/events DISCLAIMER Nothing said on Forward Guidance is a recommendation to buy or sell securities or tokens. This podcast is for informational purposes only. Any views expressed are opinions, not financial advice. Hosts and guests may hold positions in the companies, funds, or projects discussed.

The VIX put mystery may finally be solved! On this episode of Volatility Views with Russell Rhoads and Mark Sebastian, we dig into the unusual deep-in-the-money VIX put spreads that have been puzzling us and uncover the margin dynamics that could help explain why traders keep putting them on. We also break down a wild week in volatility, including the plunge in VIX, the latest VIX futures term structure, notable VIX options flow, and the continuing fallout from reverse splits in the volatility ETP space. Plus, the SPCX madness continues. We examine the massive activity in far out-of-the-money SPCX calls, discuss the inverse ETF apparently behind the trades, and explore whether there could be a method to this options madness. All that plus single-stock futures, unusual Rocket Lab options activity, our latest volatility predictions, and much more.

This week, we covered two unconfirmed Google search ranking updates, one mid-week and one over the weekend - some were pretty big. Google said Reddit gets no special preference in its search rankings or AI results...

Corn and soybeans ended the day fairly flat, while wheat markets rose higher. Next week's WASDE should be relatively quiet, though trade will be waiting for acreage and yield updates. Cattle continue their daily volatility, while the beef market struggles to hold steady. Clint Hoffman with Tredas recaps today's trade.

The VIX put mystery may finally be solved! On this episode of Volatility Views with Russell Rhoads and Mark Sebastian, we dig into the unusual deep-in-the-money VIX put spreads that have been puzzling us and uncover the margin dynamics that could help explain why traders keep putting them on. We also break down a wild week in volatility, including the plunge in VIX, the latest VIX futures term structure, notable VIX options flow, and the continuing fallout from reverse splits in the volatility ETP space. Plus, the SPCX madness continues. We examine the massive activity in far out-of-the-money SPCX calls, discuss the inverse ETF apparently behind the trades, and explore whether there could be a method to this options madness. All that plus single-stock futures, unusual Rocket Lab options activity, our latest volatility predictions, and much more.

Subscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signuppilothouse.coMeta has been up and down since the outage a few weeks back, and the timeline is full of advertisers feeling it. So Eric pulled three of Pilothouse's most senior people onto the after-hours couch: Abby and Aves from the creative and strategy side, and Taylor from the Meta side, for a live conversation about what to do when the platform wobbles.If you buy media on Meta, or you're a founder whose revenue leans on it, this is the difference between a bad two weeks and a bad quarter.What you get:The tactical spin cycle. Performance dips, panic sets in, and buyers ship 15 more ads built off the ones already dying. That amplifies poor delivery and raises CPMs. "Amplification of what's not working is never the route forward."The full list of panic moves to skip: un-strategic ad volume, rushed channel expansion, rescue promos that train customers (and Meta) to expect discounts, account rebuilds, the "fresh pixel" request, and firing your agency.The diagnosis question: Meta crumbled, so what part of the business fell through? No new customers points one direction. No conversions points at email and retention first. The gap picks the channel.Stocking the pond. Why every brand should already know its next channel, and how to tell a reach problem (Pinterest) from a conversion problem (TikTok Shop) before you spend a dollar.The iOS 14.5 precedent: partial blindness, no drastic changes, better measurement on the other side.Pausing ads without tanking the account. Fractional touchpoints, checking median customer-journey length in your MTA before making the swing, and why Meta usually has a reason for pushing spend where it does.Creative is the targeting. Millennial moms who look identical on paper but speak completely different visual languages by region. Butter yellow instead of white. A luxury brand that sells milestone moments instead of USPs."This is an ad and it's so stupid." Why absurdist, self-aware ads are out-earning earnest millennial branding with marketing-aware customers.Where AI belongs (reporting, automation, surfacing phrases from your own data) and where it doesn't (creative direction, insights, your next steps). Plus the term for what happens when you outsource the thinking: cognitive debt.Who this is for: media buyers, creative strategists, and founders running meaningful spend on Meta right now.What to steal: the diagnosis question, the pause-decision checklist, and the competitor-review mining tactic for finding customer language.Timestamps:00:00 Meta Volatility and Common Mistakes08:56 Building a More Resilient Growth Strategy17:45 Should You Pause Underperforming Ads?21:53 How to Research Customers Better with AI35:40 AI, Creative Strategy & Content VolumeSubscribe to DTC Newsletter - https://dtcnews.link/signupAdvertise on DTC - https://dtcnews.link/advertiseWork with Pilothouse - https://www.pilothouse.co/?utm_source=AKNF635Follow us on Instagram & Twitter - @dtcnewsletterWatch this interview on YouTube - https://dtcnews.link/video

Phil Rosen explains why the equal-weight S&P 500's (SPX) outperformance points to a broadening bull market, even as stocks like Apple (AAPL) and Western Digital (WDC) see individual volatility. He also discusses rising AI investment from Amazon (AMZN), Microsoft (MSFT), and Alphabet (GOOGL), and highlights Eli Lilly (LLY) as a top biotech pick with trillion-dollar potential.======== 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

What if a company's biggest competitive advantage is also its greatest financial risk?In this episode of Corporate Finance Explained, we break down operating leverage and explain why two companies with the same revenue growth can experience dramatically different outcomes when the economy changes. Through real-world examples from software companies, financial exchanges, airlines, and cruise lines, we explore how cost structure determines profitability, resilience, and long-term business performance.You'll learn how fixed costs, variable costs, contribution margin, break-even analysis, and the Degree of Operating Leverage (DOL) shape a company's ability to scale profits during periods of growth and survive during economic downturns. We also examine how businesses use strategies like cloud computing, outsourcing, and variable cost structures to manage financial risk.

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At a moment when organizations are navigating volatility, fragmentation, and mounting compliance pressure, small- and medium-sized enterprises increasingly rely on trusted external networks to navigate legal, regulatory, and compliance challenges they often lack the capacity to manage alone. In this episode of Democracy That Delivers, Michele Crymes speaks with Rick Johnston about crisis response, reputation, regulatory complexity, and how business associations, chambers of commerce, industry groups, and organizations like CIPE can help businesses build resilience. The discussion also explores where civil society can be a practical partner rather than an outside critic. The takeaway is clear: collaboration works best when it starts with trust, shared interests, and concrete issues like anti-corruption. Rick Johnston is Chair of the Executive Board of Business at OECD (BIAC) and Managing Director of Global Government Affairs at Citibank. In his BIAC role, he represents the global business community in engagement with the OECD and helps guide business input on international economic policy. At Citi, he leads engagement with governments and political stakeholders, overseeing geopolitical analysis, issue advocacy, and relationships with policymakers across more than 100 countries. An expert in international trade and investment, Johnston has advised U.S. and foreign government leaders as well as multinational companies on complex transnational issues. He previously served as International Trade Counsel to the U.S. Senate Finance Committee and as an advisor at the U.S. International Trade Commission.

Did the market take a hit because of the Fed dissents? This week, Matt, John and Isaac look back on the Fed's meeting on the economy and interest rates, and overall there are positive reports regarding the US job market, unemployment rate, and business investments– the primary concern seems to be rising inflation thanks to the Iranian conflict and oil prices. The guys lament the volatility and how difficult it must be for businesses during this time but at the same time, the market is acting strong. They also discuss insane college football sponsor deals and contracts! 01:08 Fed rate decision and the three dissents 04:12 Let's talk oil prices and volatility 08:14 Microsoft's cloud business Azure is making tons of revenue 10:34 College football sponsorships in the millions

Jason England says the latest JOLTS report points to a stable labor market, giving the Fed more room to focus on inflation. He discusses the risks of long-duration bonds in a volatile rate environment and highlights treasury option income as a way to capture volatility and boost yield without adding credit risk.======== 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

Joe Tigay sees volatility impacting single stocks much more than the broader market. He points to a healthy rotation underway entering the "dog days of summer" and chimes in on current market performance to begin the month of August. Joe goes under the hood on the AI capex narrative as it impacts semiconductor names like Nvidia (NVDA) all the way to construction names like Caterpillar (CAT). ======== 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

Derek Moore is joined by Mike Snyder and Shane Skinner this week to talk about the market tape defined by two things happening at once: a violent volatility shock concentrated in semiconductors, and an earnings season that is quietly the strongest in years. The Leopold liquidation drove SOX single-stock volatility to 75% much higher than the S&P 500 Index in general. With 305 of 498 S&P 500 companies reported for Q2 2026, sales are beating by 3.1% and earnings by 31.1%, and forward EPS is modeled to climb from trailing 294 per share to 374 per share, pulling the index P/E from 25.4 trailing to roughly 19.9 forward PE. Looking ahead to SpaceX earnings and discussing Kevin Warsh telling reporters let the market decide!     Leopold liquidation pushed SOX single-stock volatility to 75%, only the third time ever per Warren Pies. The prior two 75% readings, March 2020 and April 2025, led to big gains per Warren Pies Semis inside the S&P 500 carry a median 30-day implied vol of 87.5% versus 36.1% for the index. Q2 2026 earnings season: 305 of 498 S&P 500 names have been reported. Aggregate earnings are beating by 31.1% and sales by 3.1%, the biggest surprise in recent quarters. Consumer Discretionary (+121%) and Communications (+99%) led the earnings surprises. Utilities were the only sector with a negative sales surprise, at -1.5%. S&P 500 forward EPS is estimated at 374 versus trailing 294 actual, up 27%. That earnings growth takes the index P/E from 25.4, trailing down to 19.9 on forward estimates. Apple traded down about $26 on the day to roughly $307.55. Apple's combination of falling price and slightly lowered guidance still compressing its P/E to 32.5. Jurian Timmer at Fidelity notes that the Mag 7 payout ratio has been falling and now sits at +17%. What is the payout ratio and how do buybacks plus dividends account for percent of EPS paid out Week 32 earnings include Palantir, Toyota, Caterpillar, AMD, Disney, Uber, Shopify and Airbnb. Also reporting: Lilly, Novo Nordisk, McDonald's, Pfizer, CVS, DoorDash, Lyft and Take-Two. Did Apple get cheaper? Is Apple sandbagging to help the new CEO? (a sarcastic take)   Mentioned in this Episode     Derek Moore's book Broken Pie Chart https://amzn.to/3S8ADNT

EPISODE DESCRIPTIONI sat down with Rohit, Richard, and Carlos from CAAN , three veterans with decades of experience across Goldman Sachs, Bear Stearns, BlackRock, and Deutsche Bank , to break down what is really happening in markets right now. We get into why Bitcoin has gone quiet, where all the volatility has migrated to, and what the bond market breaking down could mean for everyone. More importantly, we dig into what CAAN is building: liquid alternative strategies that give everyday investors access to the kind of sophisticated, uncorrelated returns that were previously locked behind institutional walls. Richard also shares a raw and refreshingly honest take on wealth, happiness, and why borrowing money to impress people is a trap. This one covers a lot of ground , macro, crypto, derivatives, and life advice , and I think you will find it genuinely useful. DISCLAIMERNothing mentioned in this podcast is investment advice and please do your own research. It would mean a lot if you can leave a review of this podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and share this podcast with a friend. Be a guest on the podcast or contact us - https://www.web3pod.xyz/CONNECTCAAN Website: https://caanam.com/CAAN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/caan-alternative-asset-management/Rohit LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohit-gadkar-070172/Carlos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carlos-flores-otero-083280/KEY POINTS WITH TIMESTAMPS• [00:00] Rohit, Richard, and Carlos share their backgrounds • [02:13] Richard explains how he moved from building trading systems at investment banks to crypto options in 2017• [03:04] Carlos describes how CAAN was born from a career in liquid alternative strategies and a gap he saw in the market• [05:10] Rohit shares his journey from early BlackRock employee to co-founding CAAN• [08:00] The team explains why they focus on liquid alternatives over the saturated private equity and private credit space• [10:26] Carlos makes the case for decorrelatio• [15:18] CAAN's gold-standard approach to regulatory compliance and institutional-grade infrastructure• [16:01] How CAAN structures products to lower minimum entry tickets and democratize access• [18:52] Richard breaks down the three types of Bitcoin holders• [23:22] Why Bitcoin volatility has compressed and where that volatility has gone , meme stocks, AI names, and prediction markets• [25:39] Richard on why periods of low Bitcoin volatility have always preceded explosive moves• [28:04] Richard's blunt take on hyperfinancialization, inequality, and why markets are structurally inefficient• [30:27] Carlos draws parallels between today's market psychology and the run-up to the 1929 crash• [31:40] Richard on the dot-com bubble, infinite money printing, and why the next crash might be the real one• [33:22] Rohit explains why the bond market is the only real check on government spending , and what happens if it breaks• [35:11] The Bitcoin bull case: hyperinflation, a monetary reset, and growing mistrust of the dollar• [39:12] Richard explains why he sees volatility as a more reliable asset class than any other• [40:54] How CAAN's Digital Assets Absolute Return strategy trades volatility rather than direction to generate smoother returns• [43:34] Carlos breaks down how combining a volatility sub-strategy with a momentum sub-strategy creates resilience• [46:57] Richard on the biggest misconception retail investors have about digital assets• [48:43] Richard's single most important chart or metric for understanding Bitcoin over time• [50:09] Final advice from all three: start early, diversify, stay invested, do not time the market, and find uncorrelated strategies• [54:39] Richard's unconventional life advice , stop borrowing, stop chasing status, become happy first and then figure out money• [56:40] CAAN's current ask: raising capital, scaling distribution, and building partnerships across jurisdictions

Technology continues to shape both the markets and the investment landscape. We begin with a look at the week's biggest headlines—from Apple's new leasing strategy and a strong earnings season to renewed pressure on global semiconductor stocks. After the break, we discuss one of the most common challenges investors face: balancing competing priorities like income, growth, downside protection, and liquidity. We look at the tradeoffs behind every investment decision, why you can't compare your portfolio to the benchmark, and your asset allocation really needs to start with your financial plan.Finally, we talk about several high-profile prediction market cases and what they reveal about market integrity, manipulation, and the value of information.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 August 1, 2026  |  Season 40, Episode 31Timestamps and Chapters5:44: Market Roundup: AI, Apple, and the Chip Race37:12: You Can't Have It All: Investment Tradeoffs51:37: Can Prediction Markets Be Manipulated?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/ Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.See important disclosures at Henssler.com

In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down Microsoft’s surge, Amazon’s earnings-driven rally, and Apple’s sharp pullback.

The Volatility Nomad returns! On this episode of Volatility Views, Mark Longo and Dr. Russell Rhoads welcome back Michael Listman, aka UVXY Trader, who joins the show from the UK after months of trading his way across Europe. The crew breaks down another wild week for the volatility markets, including the brief VIX spike above 20, the post-Fed volatility collapse, a surprisingly subdued VIX futures curve, and whether the market is becoming a little too comfortable heading into the fall. Michael also takes us inside life as a traveling volatility trader and explains how being a "volatility nomad" has changed his approach to risk and position management. We dig into his current strategies involving UVXY, SVIX and VXX, seasonality in volatility ETPs, longer-dated positions, pair trades, short straddles and more. Plus, we examine the latest unusual VIX options activity, including some truly extreme upside strikes, revisit Russell's Microsoft earnings trade, and peer into the Crystal Ball for where VIX could be headed next.

Paul Scott entered the high-stakes trading floor of the London Metal Exchange at just 16 years old, survived years of trading under survival-mode pressure, and turned old-school pit wisdom into lifelong success.
After starting with a three-month probation and carrying the weight of his father's legendary legacy, Paul developed a disciplined approach to the most volatile corner of the market: commodities and forex. Today, his edge is built on experience and his pit logic trading approach, using price and value to guide his decisions while human behavior gives him the confidence to take the trade.In this conversation, Paul pulls back the curtain on his Survival to Success Arc, sharing the specific setups that allowed him to survive and scale through market chaos. He breaks down the fundamentals of his strategy, the open outcry framework, and how he transitioned from trading under pressure to trading with total directional agnosticism. In this episode, we explore:• How Paul Scott Navigated 30+ Years of Volatility on the LME Trading Floor• Paul's start at 16 years old and trading under extreme physical and mental pressure• The mechanics behind his pit logic trading approach• Why Timeframe Doesn't Matter
 • Why every major trade should be simple enough to explain in one sentence• How Do the Big Money Trade?• The Traits Identified in Successful Students• His advice for beginner traders About Paul Scott:Paul is a veteran commodities and forex trader known for his raw, practical approach and deep generational knowledge. Starting with the guidance of his legendary father, Harry Scott, he has documented more than three decades of trading through massive market scandals and institutional shifts. He specializes in momentum strategies and order flow behavior, focusing on the intersection of horizontal value zones and trader psychology. Links + Resources:Website: https://paulscottfx.com/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@paulscott3066/videosLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulscottfx/ Sponsor of Chat With Traders Podcast:Trade The Pool: http://www.tradethepool.com Time Stamps:
 Please note: Exact times will vary depending on current ads. 00:00 Why Technical Analysis Is Just Retail Noise 02:14 Being a Second-Generation Trader 06:36 The Pressure of Having a Trader Dad 07:48 What Was the Pit Really Like? 15:06 The Biggest Metal Scandal in History 21:00 Market Manipulation in the Digital Age 24:50 What Is Pit Logic? 31:56 Working with Goldman Sachs 37:05 Modern Retail Traders vs. Professionals 38:40 Can Traders Find Success Purely on Technicals? 44:00 Trading for a Client vs. Trading for a Company 42:55 Why Timeframe Doesn't Matter 47:42 Explain Your Trade in One Sentence 49:39 Thinking About What the Institutions Are Doing 54:04 How Do the Whales Trade? 1:01:20 Let's Talk About Capital Preservation 1:06:17 The Traits Identified in Successful Students 1:12:27 Is There a Trade That Stands Out to You? 1:20:18 What Is Your Advice to Your Younger Self? Trading Disclaimer: Trading in the financial markets involves a risk of loss. Podcast episodes and other content produced by Chat With Traders are for informational or educational purposes only and do not constitute trading or investment recommendations or advice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices