Inside the ICE House

Michael Reinking, NYSE Senior Market Strategist, kicks off 2026 with a look back and ahead. After a volatile Q1, the S&P 500 closed 2025 up 16.4%, marking a third straight year of double-digit gains driven by AI. Fed easing and rotation into small and midcaps shaped Q4, raising questions about whether broadening continues. Geopolitical headlines, including U.S. action in Venezuela, barely rattled...

Armando Pantoja, financial futurist and self-made millionaire, joins Bilal Little to discuss the technologies shaping the future of wealth. He shares how early work in computer science, crypto, and AI led to building and selling an AI-powered platform in 2017. Pantoja breaks down major long-term themes including AI, nuclear energy, quantum computing, and crypto, and why energy sits at the center o...

Blackstone is marking 40 years of growth while positioning itself for the next era of global investing. President and COO Jon Gray goes Inside the ICE House to reflect on the firm’s evolution, his 33-year journey, and the culture that has scaled alongside the business. He explains how Blackstone identifies long-term investment tailwinds, from digital infrastructure to global real estate, while cut...

In December, Inside the ICE House aired eight new episodes, both traditional and our Markets in Focus series in partnership with Opening Bell Daily. Episode 500: NYSE Texas President Bryan Daniel on Igniting Opportunity in the Lone Star State Episode 501: McGraw Hill's Dave Cortese on Driving Digital Transformation in Education Markets in Focus: Rate Cut Expectations, Bitcoin's Dip, Year-End Optim...

Tim Reilly, Head of Exchange Traded Solutions at the NYSE, joins Bilal Little to break down the 2025 ETF Wrap-Up and reflect on a year of growth and innovation in the ETF space. He highlights key trends that shaped the market, from record launches to shifting investor demand, and shares how the NYSE positioned itself amid these changes. The conversation explores lessons learned from 2025 and the s...

Texas House is elevating the state’s global presence by blending business, culture, and connection into a modern cultural embassy. Co-founders Will Herrmann and Alex Kuehler go Inside the ICE House to discuss how Texas House showcases the state’s entrepreneurial energy, authentic culture, and role as a launchpad for global conversations and business growth.

Eric Criscuolo, NYSE Market Strategist, recaps a week shaped by year-end dynamics and shifting trends. The Fed’s rate cut and $40B T-Bill program eased liquidity concerns but didn’t spark broad gains. Consumer Discretionary led while Energy slid, and small caps lagged after last week’s surge. With holiday seasonality, triple witching, and key data ahead, markets enter the final stretch of 2025.

Minerals Technologies is advancing the specialty minerals industry through global scale and innovation. CEO Doug Dietrich goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how MTI’s unique assets, people-driven culture, and technology leadership support everyday products and sustainable solutions worldwide.

Delta Air Lines is marking 100 years of flight while charting a bold course for the future of travel. CEO Ed Bastian goes Inside the ICE House to share how the airline is expanding its global reach and redefining the passenger experience. He discusses innovations that personalize every step of the journey, strategies to enhance connectivity, and Delta’s vision for the next century of aviation.

Michael Reinking, Senior Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a week defined by AI volatility and a Fed surprise. The AI trade continued to evolve as investors shifted focus from spending to returns, pressuring some tech names. The Fed cut rates and announced balance sheet expansion, easing liquidity concerns and fueling a sharp rotation. Small and mid-caps hit new highs while mega-cap tech lagge...

Austin Hankwitz and Robert Croak, hosts of the Rich Habits Podcast, join Bilal Little to discuss their rise as influential voices in personal finance. They reflect on how short-form content and authenticity helped them build a community of more than three million followers. The duo shares their approach to simplifying major market themes and identifying long-term trends across sectors like AI and...

Emera is advancing energy leadership through strategic investment, operational excellence, and a long-term commitment to customers and communities. CEO Scott Balfour joins Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company’s NYSE listing expands access to global capital and strengthens its ability to deliver reliable, affordable power.

Brad Feld is championing a philosophy of generosity and collaboration to strengthen entrepreneurial ecosystems. The author and venture capitalist goes Inside the ICE House to share insights from his new book, "Give First: The Power of Mentorship", and how its principles shape mentorship and leadership. He discusses building better communities, fostering innovation, and why giving without expectati...

Eric Criscuolo, Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a week marked by consolidation ahead of next week’s Fed decision. After a strong post-Thanksgiving rally, the S&P 500 held above key moving averages, trading in a tight range near record highs as volatility compressed. Small caps outperformed late in the week, driven by thematic baskets tied to AI and robotics, even as rising global yields pres...

Phil Rosen of Opening Bell Daily joins Inside the ICE House to break down rising expectations for a December rate cut and what it signals about a divided Fed. He explains why a cut in a strong market could boost already bullish momentum into 2026. Phil also puts Bitcoin’s recent dip in context, noting its long-term story and institutional support remain intact. He highlights December’s seasonal st...

McGraw Hill is building on its legacy as a trusted education partner while driving a bold digital transformation. Chief Digital Information Officer David Cortese goes Inside the ICE House to share how technology is reshaping the company’s approach to learning. He discusses innovations that personalize education, strategies to empower teachers, and tools that help students succeed in a rapidly chan...

NYSE Texas is driving economic growth through innovation, market access, and strategic partnerships. President Bryan Daniel joins Inside the ICE House to discuss how Texas’s pro-business foundation and collaborative leadership are creating new opportunities for companies to raise capital and scale. He highlights how entrepreneurship and a supportive regulatory environment are positioning Texas as...

In November, Inside the ICE House aired seven new episodes, both traditional and our Markets in Focus series in partnership with Opening Bell Daily. Episode 494: Chemours CFO Shane Hostetter on Driving Growth Through Strategy & Innovation Episode 495: Bausch + Lomb CEO Brent Saunders on Comeback, R&D Innovation, and the Evolution of Eye Care November Markets in Focus: Labor Market Slowdown, AI Boo...

Bob Pisani, former CNBC Senior Markets Correspondent, joins Bilal Little to share insights from his decades covering Wall Street and global markets. He reflects on witnessing the evolution of ETFs and how they reshaped investing for institutions and individuals alike. Pisani discusses his personal approach to building a portfolio and the principles that guide his long-term strategy. He highlights...

GeoPark is charting a bold course for growth and energy leadership across Latin America. CEO Felipe Bayón goes Inside the ICE House to share how his first months at the helm are shaping the company’s strategic vision and operational priorities. He discusses GeoPark’s expansion into Argentina, its commitment to sustainable development, and the disciplined approach driving exploration and production...

Realty Income is redefining net-lease leadership through disciplined growth, global expansion, and a commitment to dependable income. CEO Sumit Roy joins Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company’s scale, diversification, and strategic international moves are strengthening long-term value. He highlights how rigorous underwriting, data-driven decisions, and a culture of operational excellence...

Eric Criscuolo, Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a week defined by fading AI momentum and shifting rate expectations. The S&P 500 broke below its 50-day average before Nvidia’s blowout earnings briefly lifted sentiment, only for gains to fade as selling resumed. Defensive sectors outperformed while Tech and Consumer Discretionary led declines, and crypto weakness added to risk-off signals. La...

Athene is redefining retirement security through innovation, scale, and long-term vision. CEO Grant Kvalheim joins Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company’s five-year growth plan is expanding its market leadership and helping millions of Americans build more confident retirements. He shares how Athene’s partnership with Apollo Global Management, commitment to digital transformation, and cu...

CRH is reshaping the future of building materials through innovation, scale, and strategic growth. CEO Jim Mintern joins Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company’s record performance and U.S. focus are driving infrastructure renewal and sustainable development. He shares how CRH’s connected portfolio, entrepreneurial culture, and recent acquisitions are strengthening its leadership and adva...

Michael Reinking, Senior Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a week marked by the end of a record 43-day government shutdown and fading AI euphoria. Markets wrestled with delayed data and Fed caution on rate cuts as volatility ticked higher. AI stocks cooled after bubble warnings and bearish bets, while investors rotated toward quality and large caps. Crypto weakness and rising VIX added to risk...