The Financial Exchange Show

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Boeing machinists holding a contract vote that could end their 7-week strike. With oil prices weak, OPEC+ postpones increases again. Grady Trimble from Fox Business joins the show to share his insight into voters biggest economic concerns. Traders prepare for a long, volatile election night. What are the IRA and 401(k) contribution limits for 2025? The myster...

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the upcoming Fed meeting and Tuesday's election and debate which is more important for the US economy. The two things we need from the Fed right now. Squeezed homebuilders are bad news for the housing market. Berkshire continues to retreat from stocks. There's too much wine, and not enough wine drinkers.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss mortgage rates volatile couple of months and the guys share some important facts you need to know about the rates. Exxon and Chevron feel brunt of cheaper oil. Ted Rossman from Bankrate joins the show to chat about holiday impulse purchases. Intel posts more than $16B loss but says sales outlook is improving. Google employees pressure costumed execs at all-ha...

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the unbelievably bad October jobs report that saw only 12,000 jobs added, well below expectations. What supports the idea that the Fed will cut at their next meeting? Amazon shares rise on robust demand and a surge in infrastructure spending. How would you rank to top five tech companies in their pursuit of AI domination? When the price of your burrito clashe...

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the next president inheriting a remarkable economy. Starbucks CEO pledges to fundamentally change strategy as sales fall for third straight quarter. Todd Lutsky stops by to share some insight on estate planning. The little sins we commit at work and the bosses who are cracking down.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss PCE inflation slipping to 2.1% annual rise, and moves closer to the Fed's target. Microsoft shares slip as forecast sparks concern about AI and cloud revenue. Meta reports record revenue, but slower digital advertising growth. Apple and Amazon take the spotlight in mixed week for big tech earnings.

Todd Lutsky shares his insight on the current federal estate taxes and exemptions. Todd also takes calls from listeners about their estate planning needs.

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss Google's earnings report that showed big growth in cloud sectors but unremarkable results in advertising. AMD shares fall as forecast fails to impress despite strong AI growth. Jobs report on eve of election will be among the most distorted in years. Mortgage rates rise to highest level since July. Was the government right to intervene in airline refunds?

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti share their reaction to the release of the GDP report that came in less than expected. Super Micro shares plunge 35% as auditor resigns after raising concerns months earlier. Selloff puts treasuries on path for worst month in two years. Todd Lutsky joins the show to discuss the current state of federal estate taxes.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss the possibilities of a soft landing. Dan Griggs, President - OceanFirst Bank, joins the show to share his insights into the current economic landscape. Bosses are calling workers back to the office. Good news for landlords. Starbucks threatens to fire staff who don't come back to the office. McDonald's execs seek to rebuild trust after E. Coli threatens sal...

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss the JOLTS report that showed job openings dropping to the lowest level in over three years. What are unemployment rates in swing states? Wages have outpaced inflation. But not for everyone. Bond market responds oddly to the Fed's move. Deficit threat drives bond yields higher. Ford's 3rd-quarter profit falls as EV losses persist. 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss economists warning of new inflation hazards after the election. the porterhouse at Weis points to inflation's demise. Owning a vacation home in hurrican zones is worrisome. Some owners are selling. Why it's so hard to fina a job in this strong labor market. 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the top five things to watch in markets this week. Stocks are looking to extend record run ahead of tech earnings. At a pivotal moment, US economic data will be a mess. Big tech stocks lose some of their aura as earnings growth slows. For investors, what if this time is different? Boeing plans over $15B capital hike as soon as Monday.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong explain why Boeing workers rejected a new contract. McDonald's says onions from California-based company are linked to E. coli outbreak. Do I have enough money to retire? Ask yourself these 3 questions to assess whether you’re ready. Yankees tickets at $20,000 highlight record-setting World Series. Paul LaMonica from Barron's joins the show to chat about Sam Altman's...

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss bad polling leading up to the election. What would it mean for bonds if Trump gets his way on tariffs? Where will rates end up? Which retailers are topping consumers lists ahead of the holidays? Data breaches are becoming all too common. Are you sure you are protected?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong wonder why Wall Street and investors are so afraid of the upcoming election when the data says the election isn't impactful. Inflation has cooled, why are Americans still seething over prices? Kroger and Walmart deny 'price surging'after adopting digital price tags. Home sales are on track for worst year since 1995. 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Telsa surprising Wall Street with strong 3rd quarter results. The Boeing strike continues after the union rejects the latest proposal. Southwest tops profit estimates as cost cutting takes hold. Those airport gate crashers are finally going to get what is coming to them.

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss Boeing posting a $6B loss ahead of the upcoming strike vote. Are cheaper rent and airfares going away? McDonald's quarter pounders linked to deadly E. Coli outbreak. Starbucks suspends guidance as sales slump persists.

This week on Ask Todd, Todd Lutsky explains beneficiary designations on IRAs, why IRAs are so complicated, and how to fit an IRA into your estate plan.

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss September home sales drop to lowest level since 2010. Treasuries plunge like it's 1995 as traders see soft landing. LPMorgan, at odds with Goldman Sachs, see solid run ahead for stocks. Todd Lutsky stops by for his weekly segment, Ask Todd. This week, Todd explains why IRA's are so complicated.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss why Wall Street is worrying about renters and younger borrowers. Is the US primed for a home-renovation resugence? Retailers are grasping for holiday magic. Should the west be paying more attention to the price of gold? 28% of credit card users are still paying off last year’s holiday debt.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss bonds slumping globally as traders are cautious about the Fed's rate cut path. Why do simple economic explanations keep breaking down? Why are some predicting a continuation of soaring stocks? Why is Goldman predicting a post-election bounce? 

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss election anxiety getting in the way of making sound financial decisions. In Massachusetts, auto insurance rates are soaring. Homeowners tap into their rising home equity. It's time to bring 401(k)s into the 21st century. This talking pet collar is like a chatbot for your dog.

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong take a look at some of the companies reporting earnings this week. Tesla highlights the list of companies reporting this week. Goldman Sachs forecasts just a 3% S&P500 annual return the next 10 years. Boeing and the union reach a wage deal to end the strike. Even though inflation is easing is it still a huge problem? Halloween's mutation from a humble holiday to...

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Amazon's cloud boss says employees unhappy with 5-day office mandate can leave. Should investors be worried about the market’s ‘invincibility syndrome’? The tech sector should brace for further turbulence. Is Microsoft and OpenAI's partnership fraying? Paul LaMonica joins the show to chat about MicroStrategy's reliance on Bitcoin.