US Markets Wrap

Joseph Sroka, Chief Investment Officer & Co-Founder, NovaPoint Capital discusses sector rotation towards utilities and healthcare; continuing implications of the US government shutdown; expectations for Q3 earnings; gold's first foray into the $4,000 / ounce territory; and why investors should double down on long-term plays. Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener...

Wall Street’s on a high even as Washington shuts down. The Russell 2000, Nasdaq 100, and gold all hit record levels to start the week, powered by fresh AI momentum and a wave of dealmaking. OpenAI’s multibillion-dollar partnership with AMD has reignited investor enthusiasm, while Fifth Third Bancorp’s takeover of Comerica signals new life in M&A. Dan Koh speaks with Jos&eacut...

U.S. stocks ended higher after a volatile session, with the Nasdaq climbing 0.4% and the S&P 500 rebounding from earlier losses on strength in health-care names. The gains come even as the U.S. government shut down following failed Senate negotiations, and fresh ADP data showed the steepest private payroll decline in over two years. Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group breaks...

Stocks closed higher Tuesday despite growing concerns over a looming U.S. government shutdown that could freeze key economic data and rattle investor confidence. The Dow hit a new record, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq also posted gains. But under the surface, anxiety is rising. Investors are moving into safe-haven assets like gold and Treasuries, bracing for potential fallout if the shutdown dr...

After five straight months of gains, the S&P 500 is heading into a historically volatile October with strong momentum on its side. Growth looks solid, consumption remains resilient, and AI is giving GDP a powerful boost. Conversely, inflation, Fed policy, and the looming U.S. government shutdown still cloud the outlook. Dan Koh speaks with Sonu Varghese, Vice President & Global Macro Strat...

Daniel Tan, Portfolio Manager at Grasshopper Asset Management, discusses why global equities may be running ahead of fundamentals, and where fresh catalysts could emerge. From China’s tech rebound to defense stocks and the dollar’s slide, we explore the forces shaping markets into year-end. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

U.S. stocks stumbled for a second day as AI leaders like Nvidia, Oracle, and Micron lose momentum amid concerns over sky-high valuations. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone discusses the risks and opportunities in tech, the bullish gold rally, and the dollar’s surprising strength. We explore what it all means for markets, Fed policy, and investors seeking opportunities across U.S. an...

While global forecasts are improving, U.S. markets continue to defy tariff headwinds with record earnings, margin expansion, and surging AI-driven investment. Laila Pence, President & Co-Founder, Pence Wealth Management explores how monetary policy, labor market shifts, and the AI supply chain are shaping the next phase of the economy — from small caps and financials to hyperscaler spend...

Joseph Shaposhnik, Founder & Portfolio Manager of Rainwater Equity breaks down the latest market themes shaping investor sentiment. We explore why some AI leaders may be better long-term bets than consensus expects, and where opportunities lie amid market volatility — including a potential defence sector supercycle driven by surging demand in key regions. Plus, we dive into strategies fo...

US stocks climb to fresh all-time highs after the Federal Reserve kicks off its rate-cut cycle, with small-cap stocks leading the charge. Christine Short, VP of Research at Wall Street Horizon shares what this means for investors. She also discusses the surprising $5 billion dollar partnership between Nvidia to shape the future of AI infrastructure; as well as Meta unveiling its newest Ray-Ban sma...

The Federal Reserve has cut rates and signaled two more reductions before year-end, sparking debate over whether policymakers are managing risks or overstepping in the face of persistent inflation and a cooling labor market. Ben Emons, Chief Investment Officer at FedWatch Advisors , unpacks the Fed’s latest move, the implications of its shift toward a more neutral stance, and how markets sho...

U.S. equities slipped as investors took profits ahead of the Federal Reserve’s much-anticipated rate decision, with markets pricing in a quarter-point cut and more to come by year’s end. Big tech names like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Alphabet dragged the indexes lower, while attention now shifts to Fed Chair Powell’s press conference and political headlines from President Trump&rsquo...

Stocks are climbing on positive signals in U.S.-China trade talks and investor anticipation of a key Fed decision. Yussef Gheriani, Director of Investments and Operations at IHT Wealth Management , to unpacks a busy week on Wall Street and beyond. He discusses whether a shift from quarterly to semiannual earnings reports would really help companies think long-term — or just limit market tran...

David Abella, Director of Investments, GoalVest, discusses the stock market's third successive day of record highs; the latest consumer inflation data print and the likelihood of a Fed rate cut to the tune of 25bps; expectations for Q3 earnings; and why tech with diversification, dividend stocks and gold might be a good play for investors.  Produced/Presented: Emaad Akhtar Photo credit: Reute...

José Torres, Senior Economist, Interactive Brokers discusses another bullish session for Wall Street; Oracle's historic gain; the unexpected fall in wholesale prices and whether the CPI print may meet a similar fate; and the potential odds of a jumbo Fed rate cut at next week's FOMC meeting.  Produced/Presented: Emaad Akhtar Photo credit: AFP See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Todd Rabold, Investment Management Partner, Callan Family Office,  discusses another day of record high closes for the benchmark indexes; whether the sizeable downward job growth revisions should be concerning; the continuing positive trajectory of AI spend; and why US, international and small cap stocks are good bets for investors in the current market environment. Produced/Presented: Emaad...

Alex Morris, CEO & CIO, F/m Investments, discusses the unusually strong September start for markets in a historically weak month; the sustainability of the AI revolution beyond the Mag 7 and S&P 500; expectations for PPI and CPI prints; and the current investor playbook for cash, equities and fixed income.  Produced/Presented: Emaad Akhtar Photo Credi: ST Illustration: Chng Choon Hion...

Mark Newton,  Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy, Fundstrat Global Advisors  deconstructs the S&P 500's 21st record close for the year and why there's been a bifurcation in the performance of tech stocks in the past month; freshly released lower-than-expected ADP private payroll numbers and expectations for August nonfarm payrolls; and why investors should bet...

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed higher on Wednesday, powered by tech heavyweights Alphabet and Apple after a favorable antitrust ruling eased regulatory fears. Joseph Sroka, CIO and Founder of NovaPoint Capital , unpacks why markets rallied despite September’s reputation as a tough month for equities, the implications of rising Treasury yields and tariff uncertainty, and how the Federal Re...

U.S. stocks kicked off September on the back foot, with all three major indexes closing lower as investors weighed rising bond yields and the latest twists in trade policy. Big Tech names like Nvidia, Amazon, and Apple saw declines during regular trading, but Apple and Alphabet rebounded sharply after hours on key legal rulings. Fabien Yip, Market Analyst, IG breaks down what the appeals court&rsq...

U.S. stocks have surged to fresh records, with the S&P 500 breaking above 6,500 for the first time, powered by resilience in tech and optimism around Fed policy. Nvidia’s blockbuster growth highlights the relentless demand for AI chips, while upward GDP revisions underscore the scale of corporate investment in software and equipment. At the same time, small caps are outperforming as mark...

Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com discusses Nvidia's tepid revenue forecast for the current period, fueling concerns that a massive run-up in artificial intelligence (AI) spending is slowing.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Christine Short, Vice President of Research, Wall Street Horizon discusses how markets are reacting to Trump's stepping up of pressure on the Central Bank with his decision to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook over allegations of mortgage loan fraud. She also examines how retailers are coping with tariffs and where consumer spending sentiment is heading. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com...

Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group  discusses the takeaways for wider markets with the Trump administration taking a 10 percent stake in chipmaker Intel. This comes as White House economic advisor Kevin Hassett says this is part of a broader strategy to create a sovereign wealth fund that could include more companies. She also takes a closer look at Nvidia ahead of its ear...

Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group,  discusses why investors may not need to be too concerned about a fifth straight day of losses for the S&P 500 and tech stocks; how markets reacted to Walmart earnings; Fed Chair Powell's upcoming speech at Jackson Hole; and latest details about the US-EU trade agreement. Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/liste...