Market Mondays

This week’s Market Mondays is packed with high-level investing questions and timely market insights. We break down which five companies could thrive under a Trump administration, discuss whether Nvidia has a revenue concentration problem, and share advice for investors earning $50K–$100K per year on how to balance stocks, bonds, and real estate. We also dive into how to calculate intrinsic value—B...

Welcome to another insightful Market Mondays clip! In this powerful segment, Troy Millings, Ian Dunlap, and Rashad Bilal dive deep into the world of tech stocks, investing, and the transformative power of artificial intelligence. The conversation kicks off with a debate over who reigns supreme in the current tech landscape—Nvidia or Palantir? Find out why the hosts are bullish on Nvidia and discov...

Millionaire Wave Rising Black Millionaires, U.S. Owns 10% of Intel, Truth About AI Investments, & Invest Fest Recap The U.S. government’s 10% stake in Intel is raising eyebrows—this move blurs the line between public policy and investment. Is this about national security, creating stable markets, or setting a new precedent of government as investor? On the retail side, Target’s outgoing CEO pu...

This week on Market Mondays, we break down the biggest moves in the market as stock futures rise ahead of Zelensky’s White House visit and Jerome Powell’s speech at Jackson Hole. We also dive into the real risks facing retail — not Q2 earnings, but the weak forecasts driven by tariffs and cautious consumer behavior. On the crypto side, we debate if now is the right time to buy Bitcoin and share ou...

In this Market Mondays clip, hosts Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap break down the latest developments surrounding Nvidia, AMD, and the impact of Donald Trump’s strategy to allow U.S. chip sales to China—with a unique twist: a potential 15% revenue cut to the U.S. government. The trio explores what this means for American companies dominating the semiconductor space, how business-first...

This week on Market Mondays, we dive deep into the biggest stories shaking markets, tech, and culture. From Nvidia and AMD’s controversial China concessions to OpenAI’s latest model fueling AI valuation fever, we unpack what’s hype and what’s real. Tesla gets the green light for robotaxi testing in Texas, Samsung might make a surprise search engine move before Apple, and the Nasdaq’s record-breaki...

In this episode of Market Mondays, we reflect on our experience in West Africa and discuss the powerful investment and business opportunities emerging across the continent. From infrastructure to entrepreneurship, the future of Africa is being built—and we’re seeing it firsthand. We also break down how the latest U.S. job report numbers have negatively impacted the markets, and what investors shou...

The stock market is heating up again with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq hitting all-time highs. We break down whether this historic run can continue or if a mid-summer correction is looming. Plus, we dive into this week’s earnings showdown—Meta, Microsoft, Apple, and Amazon are all reporting. Who’s the real winner, and how will the July Jobs Report affect the markets? Tesla is making headlines after...

Bitcoin just hit all-time highs during Crypto Week, but what comes next? We break down the aftermath of the surge, what it means for digital currency adoption, and whether stablecoins or BTC could ever replace the U.S. dollar as the global reserve currency. Plus, we revisit the $20K Bitcoin bottom call from 2022 and ask—what’s the next “load-the-boat” price for the 2026 cycle? Netflix just announc...

In this insightful Market Mondays clip, hosts Ian Dunlap, Troy Millings, and Rashad Bilal are joined by a top financial commentator as they dive deep into Nvidia's unparalleled impact on the tech and AI market. The team unpacks why Nvidia stands out as not just a dominant force, but perhaps the most influential company today—surpassing Apple in both relevance and innovation. Ian starts by high...

In this episode, we dive deep into the biggest stories shaping the markets right now. Intel has officially fallen out of the top 10 semiconductor companies — is it too late for them to catch up, and which 3 chipmakers should investors focus on instead? We also break down how stock options can be used as a powerful wealth-building tool when used the right way. With Nvidia flirting with a $4 trillio...

In this special Market Mondays clip, the hosts dive deep into why Uber might just be the sleeper stock of the decade. Troy Millings breaks down his bullish long-term view on Uber, especially as the company stands to benefit from the coming wave of autonomous vehicles. With competitors like Waymo pushing into new markets and the constant talk around Tesla and robo-taxis, is Uber’s powerful platform...

On this episode of Market Mondays, we sat down with Pastor Jamal Bryant to break down the Target boycott and the importance of economic empowerment. He emphasized how collective economics can be used as a tool for real change in our communities. We also covered major market news—Tesla’s decline tied to Elon’s “America Party,” Ric Edelman’s crypto allocation advice (10–40%), and the impact of the n...

In this thought-provoking **Market Mondays clip**, Rashad Bilal sits down with futurist 19 Keys to explore the transformative power of technology in today’s world. The conversation dives deep into how artificial intelligence and quantum computing are shifting not only the economy but also the very way we think and live. 19 Keys shares his compelling thesis on the current state of technology: imagi...

This week on Market Mondays, we dove deep into the record-breaking run of AI stocks, including whether Nvidia’s dominance is in danger after insiders dumped over $1B in shares. We also broke down the future of Bitcoin, the economic outlook following a Q1 contraction, and if Apple will reclaim its throne as the world’s most valuable company. We made a major Invest Fest announcement, answered real a...

In this thought-provoking Market Mondays clip, the hosts Rashad Bilal, Ian Dunlap, and Troy Millings dive into the intersection of war, technology, and market resilience. They start by breaking down the “war index” — highlighting major players like Palantir, Anderil, OpenAI, Microsoft, and Meta — and reveal how data and algorithms are the new battlegrounds alongside traditional military might. Dis...

⏱️ Timestamps 9:50 – U.S. vs Iran: Latest Updates & Impact 19:00 – Big Tech: The New Giants of War? 25:04 – Best Stocks in the “War Index” 37:30 – Credit Card Company Performance (Visa, AmEx, Mastercard, etc.) 41:57 – S&P Near Highs, But Sentiment at Lows: Is the Market Ignoring the Consumer? 48:50 – One Economic Indicator Retail Investors Should Track Weekly 52:46 – Case Study: Michael Ru...

In this episode, we cover breaking developments in the Middle East and their impact on oil prices, the latest on the Iran-Israel conflict, and a major Invest Fest announcement. We dive into the ongoing battle between Microsoft and Apple, AMD’s recent stock surge, and welcome House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries to the conversation. We also explore America’s stance on Middle East turmoil, solution...

In this Market Mondays clip, hosts Rashad Bilal, Troy Millings, and Ian Dunlap dive deep into the remarkable comeback story of Robinhood. Once seen as a volatile platform for retail traders—often criticized for its gamification and accessibility—Robinhood has defied the odds, overcoming tough times and transforming into a force within the trading world. Fresh from their discussion at Bloomberg wit...

In this episode of Market Mondays, we break down the biggest headlines shaping business and investing. We dive into Robinhood’s recent surge after being added to the S&P 500, explore China’s dominance in the EV space, and reveal the official lineup for Invest Fest 2025. We also unpack the unexpected beef between Elon Musk and Donald Trump — and its potential impact on Tesla stock. Special gues...

In this Market Mondays clip, hosts Rashad Bilal, Ian Dunlap, and Troy Millings dive deep into their recent experiences in Africa, uncovering surprising perspectives and huge opportunities on the continent. The conversation kicks off with a candid look at how African leaders and government insiders see American politics, especially the surprising pro-Trump sentiment among some officials. Rashad rev...

This week on Market Mondays, we’re breaking down a pivotal moment in the markets. After Apple, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft reported earnings, we’re asking: are these tech giants still long-term compounders, or are buybacks and creative accounting hiding peak performance? Alphabet’s $70 billion stock buyback is under the spotlight, and Tesla’s stock jumped on Robotaxi hype — even as its fundamental...

In this insightful clip, Ian Dunlap and Rashad Bilal unpack Bank of America’s recent advisory urging investors to short the S&P 500 amid concerns of a global shift away from US equities and US bond credit ratings. Is the era of American exceptionalism really coming to an end, or is the innovation engine still running strong? Ian and Rashad dig deep into why shorting US equities right now might...

Timestamps: 7:20 – Mortgage Rate Spike 16:00 – Institutional Mega-Bets 19:40 – Bank of America’s S&P 500 Short Call 24:36 – A Message from Africa 49:06 – Bitcoin Hits All-Time High 56:10 – OpenAI Acquires Jony Ive’s Company 1:03:00 – Is It Time for Tim Cook to Go? 1:09:30 – Apple’s Losing Streak & Tariff Threat 1:15:13 – AI Writing Code at Microsoft 1:20:00 – Insider Moves at AMD and Palan...

In this insightful Market Mondays clip, Ian Dunlap, Troy Millings, and Rashad Bilal share essential advice for recent college graduates entering the real world. As graduation season is in full swing, many young adults are facing tough questions about finances, career direction, and how to get ahead despite an uncertain job market. The conversation kicks off with Rashad congratulating his nephew on...