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Another trading week is in the books, and we're wrapping it all up with one of my favorite formats—the Viewer Q&A! This week, we'll answer several great questions from the audience, breaking down individual stocks, technical setups, and the broader market to help you make better trading decisions. On today's show, we'll discuss: Shake Shack – Is the recent move sustainable, or has the stock gotten...

Your questions. Real market answers. One of my favorite shows is back as we dive into the TraderMerlin mailbag and tackle a wide range of viewer questions covering trading, technical analysis, risk management, and today's ever-changing market environment. In this episode, we'll answer questions including: How do you become a better technical analyst? What's the most important part of managing risk...

Few topics generate more debate among traders than price gaps. Do all gaps eventually get filled? Should you trade in the direction of the gap... or fade it? Are breakaway gaps different from exhaustion gaps? In today's episode, I answer a viewer question about one of the most misunderstood concepts in technical analysis and share my personal approach after nearly 30 years of trading the financial...

What matters more to the market right now... Corporate earnings... or global geopolitics? It's a fantastic viewer question, and in today's episode we'll tackle one of the biggest challenges facing traders and investors in today's market. For decades, earnings have been the primary driver of stock prices. But when wars, trade disputes, sanctions, and geopolitical uncertainty dominate the headlines,...

Could one of the smartest long-term investments for young Americans have just been introduced? In today's episode, we break down the latest financial product announced by the U.S. government and why it could become an attractive wealth-building tool for those under the age of 18. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or simply thinking about the next generation, this new program has the potential...

Today's show is going to be a little different. Before we get into markets, I'll take a moment to honor my best friend, my loyal companion, and one of the greatest gifts life can give us: a dog who has been by my side through it all. Tomorrow afternoon, he'll be crossing the rainbow bridge, and while that is one of the hardest decisions any pet owner ever has to make, it's also one final act of lo...

The Dow Jones Industrial Average has crossed 52,000, marking another historic milestone for U.S. equities. But the real question isn't whether the Dow made a new high... It's whether the rest of the market can keep up. In today's episode, we break down what this breakout means for the broader market and whether the rally still has room to run. Is this the beginning of another leg higher, or are in...

What a difference a week can make. After weeks of relentless optimism, the markets finally showed signs of fatigue. Selling pressure returned, volatility picked up, and traders were left asking one important question: Is this just a healthy pullback… or the beginning of something bigger? In this week's Trading Week Wrap Up! , we break down the biggest stories that shaped the markets, including the...

The inflation report the Federal Reserve watches more closely than any other has just been released... So what does it tell us about the future of interest rates—and the markets? In today's episode, we break down the latest Core PCE Price Index, the Fed's preferred measure of inflation, and explain why today's numbers could have a major impact on stocks, bonds, and investor expectations for the mo...

Wall Street just got a lot more bullish. A major market forecast has pushed its target for the S&P 500 all the way to 7,800, implying significant upside from current levels. But is this a realistic projection based on earnings, AI growth, and economic strength... or are analysts simply getting caught up in market euphoria? In today's episode, we break down the reasoning behind the upgraded target...

What would happen if two of the most disruptive companies on the planet became one? In today's episode, we tackle a fascinating viewer question: Could Tesla and SpaceX ever merge? And if they did, what would that mean for investors? Both companies share a common visionary leader in Elon Musk, but they operate in very different industries. One is transforming transportation and energy, while the ot...

SpaceX Unlocks - 06/22/26 The IPO may be over, but the real opportunities could just be getting started. In today's episode, we take a deep dive into the upcoming SpaceX share unlock schedule and why it may create some of the most interesting trading opportunities over the next year. Most investors focus on the IPO itself. Professional traders focus on what comes next. As early investors, employee...

It's been a shortened trading week, but there was no shortage of market-moving news. In today's Trading Week Wrap Up! , we'll break down the biggest stories that drove markets this week, including the historic SpaceX IPO, the latest developments surrounding the Iran peace deal, and the dramatic moves in oil prices that continue to shape investor sentiment. The market spent the week balancing optim...

A new era at the Federal Reserve has officially begun. In today's special episode, I'm joined by veteran bond trader William Addiss to break down the first official FOMC announcement under new Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh. This wasn't just another Fed meeting. It was the market's first real glimpse into how Warsh intends to lead the Federal Reserve, and investors everywhere are trying to decipher what...

It's time to dive into the mailbag! One of my favorite shows is back as we tackle a wide range of viewer questions covering some of the hottest topics in today's markets. From crypto and commodities to SpaceX and Elon Musk, nothing is off limits. In today's episode, we'll discuss: Crypto futures and how they differ from spot markets The opportunities and risks of trading digital assets The latest...

After months of conflict, sanctions, oil shocks, and market uncertainty, we may finally be seeing real progress toward a resolution with Iran. In today's episode, we break down the latest developments surrounding the proposed U.S.-Iran peace agreement, what has been officially released by both governments, and what it could mean for investors moving forward. While optimism is growing, questions re...

What a week. Markets were forced to navigate two massive stories simultaneously: the historic debut of SpaceX and the ever-changing situation in the Middle East. Somehow, investors managed to stay optimistic as hopes for a U.S.-Iran agreement helped calm energy markets while the largest IPO in history captured Wall Street's attention. In this week's Trading Week Wrap Up! , we'll break down: The re...

The streak is over. After more than six weeks of relentless buying pressure, the major indexes finally closed the week in the red, leaving traders wondering: Is this just a healthy pullback… or the beginning of something bigger? In today's Trading Week Wrap Down! , we break down the sharp market selloff that snapped the broad market's winning streak and examine the key forces driving the weakness....

It's finally happening... or is it? For years, investors have been asking one question: When will SpaceX go public? In today's episode, we break down the latest developments surrounding the highly anticipated SpaceX IPO and what it could mean for investors, markets, and the future of the space economy. Few companies have captured the public imagination like SpaceX. From reusable rockets and satell...

One of the biggest mistakes traders make is trying to trade like someone else. In today's episode, I answer a viewer question about how I developed my own trading style and why that journey took years of trial, error, and self-discovery. The reality is that there is no "best" trading style. There is only the style that fits you. Some traders love the fast-paced action of day trading. Others prefer...

The rally just won't stop. Chipmakers are soaring. AI stocks are ripping higher. Technology names continue to make new highs seemingly every week. At this point, there's only one word that seems to fit: Greed. In today's episode, we break down the relentless surge in the technology sector and ask the question many traders are afraid to ask: Are we witnessing the early stages of another speculative...

The final frontier may be exciting… but investors are starting to ask some uncomfortable questions. In today's episode, we take a hard look at the growing concerns surrounding the space sector, including the lofty valuation of SpaceX and whether expectations have gotten ahead of reality. For years, space-related investments have been fueled by incredible stories: Reusable rockets Satellite interne...

What a way to close out the month. May is officially in the books, and for investors, it was hard to complain. Strong earnings, resilient economic data, and continued momentum in big tech helped push markets higher, leaving many traders wondering: Can this rally keep going? In today's Trading Week Wrap Up , we break down the biggest stories that shaped the month and the latest price action in the...

The financial world may have just crossed a major line in the sand for blockchain technology. In today's episode, we break down the huge news surrounding the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) and its decision to move forward with a specific blockchain-based infrastructure for parts of its record keeping and settlement systems. When the organization responsible for clearing and settlin...

Big changes are coming for Honeywell—and shareholders are trying to figure out what it all means. In today's episode, we break down Honeywell's upcoming spinoff plans and why the company is restructuring itself into multiple standalone businesses. We'll discuss: Why companies pursue spinoffs How shareholders are impacted Whether these moves actually create value And what traders should watch as th...