Financial Issues

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss Tuesday's stock market dip and break down the differences between pullbacks, market corrections, and bear markets. Mark also shares advice on staying calm during market volatility and using pullbacks as opportunities to identify weaknesses and strengthen your portfolio. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a...

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to break down the energy sector, how it compares to other areas of the economy, and what the end of the conflict with Iran could mean for oil prices, energy stocks, and investors. Later, the team discusses the wisdom of trimming winning stocks, managing portfolio risk, and capitalizing on market pullbacks and buying opportunities....

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the role of conscience in Biblically Responsible Investing, exploring how believers should respond when the right course of action is clear. Later, the team examines how falling oil prices could affect the U.S. economy, inflation, and financial markets. They also discuss what today's trends mean for investors looking at...

In today's show, Mark Minnella and Seth Udinski discuss testing all things through a biblical stewardship lens, including individual stocks, portfolio balance, and risk after major gains. They explore market headlines, oil prices, SpaceX and Tesla, BRI screening, and listener questions on GAIN, OILK, PSIX, Why ReFi, Roth conversions, trusts, taxes, and financial professionals. The conversation hig...

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the personal finance habits younger generations have lost, including living within their means, practicing financial responsibility, and saving for major purchases instead of relying on debt. Later in the program, Frank Gaffney, President of the Institute for the American Future, joins the show to discuss President Trump...

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-host Sam Case for an in-depth discussion of Western Digital (WDC), one of the stock market's top-performing technology stocks. They analyze the company's growth potential, share insights on WDC stock, and discuss how Christian investors can apply biblical stewardship principles when deciding whether to hold, grow, or trim a winning investment position. Later, the...

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss how believers should think about bond investing in light of the U.S. government's anti-Christian behavior. The team explores the role of bonds in a Christian's investing portfolio and examines key considerations for faith-based investors. They also break down the latest eVALUAtor report on SpaceX, explaining why the comp...

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the latest developments in U.S.-Iran relations, including a potential peace deal and the stock market's response. The team also breaks down the latest news from SpaceX, examines what the company's availability on the public market means for investors, and discusses potential warning signs for biblically responsible inves...

Host Mark Minnella is joined by co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the highly anticipated SpaceX IPO and what it could mean for investors. Mark analyzes the company's valuation, including its price-to-sales ratio of nearly 94 times trailing sales, and explains the potential risks and opportunities surrounding one of the most talked-about stocks in the market. Later, he answers a listene...

Host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss retirement spending strategies, biblical stewardship, and why many traditional retirement income approaches fall short. Later, the team examines whether SpaceX is a biblically responsible investment and why Christian investors should be cautious about getting caught up in the IPO hype. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! F...

Host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the shrinking number of publicly traded companies, the state of the IPO market, and SEC Chairman Paul Atkins' plan to "Make IPOs Great Again" as OpenAI, SpaceX, and Anthropic file to go public. Later, Joel Noble, Director of Public Policy at Samaritan Ministries, joins the show to discuss the Trump administration's push for hos...

Host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss falling gas prices and where America stands in its goals of energy independence. Matt Armstrong, CEO of Crossroads Kids Club, joins the show to discuss how his ministry reaches kids with the Gospel during the summer months. Later, Mark answers listener questions about the upcoming SpaceX IPO and whether investors should wait to...

Host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to continue last week's discussion on biblically responsible investing (BRI) and whether it is legalistic or a vital part of faithful Christian stewardship. Together, they discuss what Scripture teaches about stewardship, shareholder responsibility, and aligning investments with Christian values. Plus, Mark breaks down May's strong jobs r...

Co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case discuss the sharp decline in corporate support for Pride Month, the growing backlash against ESG and DEI initiatives, and the role Christian investors have played in influencing corporate America. Later, they answer a caller's question about biblically responsible investing (BRI) and whether faith-based investing is pharisaical. Become a Financial Issues Partner...

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Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the key differences between financial planners and portfolio managers, offering practical tips on how to choose the right financial advisor for your goals. Later, during Winning Wednesday, the team celebrates a powerful mass baptism in Florida, where more than 2,500 people publicly declared their faith in Jesus Christ. Become a Financia...

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss Berkshire Hathaway's reported $8.5 billion acquisition of Taylor Morrison Home Corporation, what it means for homebuilding stocks, and how investors should evaluate major corporate acquisitions. Later, the team reacts to Anthropic's confidential IPO filing and the implications for AI stocks and the broader market. Become a Financial Iss...

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to break down the stock market's strong performance in May despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and discuss what could be ahead for investors this summer. They examine the latest market trends, economic developments, and opportunities that may shape the months ahead. Later, Mark answers listener questions about long-term investing in an era of...

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss Thursday's rally in software stocks after major gains from cloud data company Snowflake. Mark breaks down the outlook for software stocks and whether Snowflake is a smart investment. Later, Dan Steiner, founder and president of PreBorn!, joins the show to discuss the success and life-saving impact of this year's fundraising campaign. At...

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the surge in nuclear energy startup Oklo and the growing demand for nuclear power as AI companies seek reliable energy sources. Mark also highlights the investment potential in nuclear energy stocks while warning about the speculative risks surrounding emerging nuclear startups. At Financial Issues we are in the middle of our PreBorn! M...

Host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss rumors surrounding potential IPOs for leading AI companies OpenAI and Anthropic. The team breaks down AI investing opportunities, emerging technology trends, and how Christian investors can evaluate these companies from a biblically responsible investing perspective. Later, Natally Wilson joins the show to share her personal te...

Host Mark Minnella joins co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the risks and opportunities surrounding space stocks amid the growing hype around SpaceX and the commercial space industry. Later, Mark shares biblical and practical financial wisdom on whether parents should loan money to their children and how families can navigate lending decisions wisely. At Financial Issues we are in the m...

It's Focus Friday, where listener calls and questions take center stage in conversations about Christian finance, biblical stewardship, faith-based investing, and today's top current events. Host Mark Minnella and co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case break down what Kevin Warsh's leadership at the Federal Reserve could mean for the U.S. economy and discuss his balance sheet reduction strategy. At Fi...

Host Mark Minnella and co-hosts Seth Udinski and Sam Case break down Moody's Analytics' warning of a potential recession. The team examines whether the United States economy is really headed toward a downturn. Later, Executive Director of PreBorn!, Roxy Lamorgese, joins the program to share updates on the ministry's life-saving work in the fight for unborn children. Financial Issues commodities re...

Host Mark Minnella and co-host Sam Case break down the latest U.S. unemployment numbers, job market trends, and economic headlines while offering biblical encouragement and practical financial advice for Americans navigating job loss and career transitions. Later, during Winning Wednesday, they discuss and celebrate the opening of the nation's first gender detransition clinic for minors. At Financ...