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Are semiconductor stocks stretched too far? Abe Sheikh, CIO, Cordoba Advisory Partners breaks down the latest market outlook, including why it might be time to short the chip rally and shares where investors can rotate into for better value. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Geralt via Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks pulled back from record highs as rising oil prices and the shock exit of the UAE from OPEC rattled sentiment. At the same time, concerns over slowing growth at OpenAI hit semiconductor stocks, raising fresh questions about the cost of sustaining the AI boom. Isaac Wakszol, CEO, Activest Wealth Management discusses with Big Tech earnings ahead, is this just a pause or the start of a deeper rethink? Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite have scaled new summits, inching up to new record highs, but beneath the surface of this historic rally, a tug-of-war is emerging between robust corporate fundamentals and a thickening fog of global instability. Mark Giambrone, Head of US Equities and Portfolio Manager at Barrow Hanley Global Investors, to dissect the "Earnings Shield" protecting the markets from a fresh escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and stalled Iran peace talks. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Geralt via Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The markets teased investors with a glimpse of the mountaintop on Thursday, as both the S&P 500 and Nasdaq touched fresh all-time intraday highs before a dramatic reversal left Wall Street in the red.  Steven Wieting, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Strategist at The CIO Group shares how he is repositioning his portfolio and his view of where safe havens are now. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street is celebrating record highs following President Trump's U.S.-Iran ceasefire extension and a stellar earnings season fueled by major beats. However, with the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed and Brent crude surging past $100 a barrel, concerns are mounting over whether equity markets are dangerously complacent about escalating geopolitical risks. Miller Tabak's Chief Market Strategist, Matt Maley discusses if these strong corporate fundamentals can outlast an impending energy shock, or if it is finally time for investors to take chips off the table. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Market sentiment is getting a lift after Donald Trump extended the US-Iran ceasefire. Oil volatility continues to dominate headlines, with prices swinging on every development tied to the Strait of Hormuz and shifting diplomatic signals. Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group discusses whether markets are getting ahead of themselves on hopes for peace, how investors should navigate the turbulence in energy, and what mixed signals from earnings say about the strength of the consumer versus corporate America.   Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

José Torres, senior economist, Interactive Brokers breaks down a volatile Monday as Middle East tensions snap the Nasdaq’s historic winning streak. He dives into the record-breaking rotation toward small caps that is bucking the wider market trend, the high stakes of AI capital spending, and Apple’s bombshell leadership change announcement. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Alexandra_Koch from Pixabay   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street is celebrating historic highs as optimism over a potential resolution to the Iran conflict pushes the S&P 500 past the 7,000 mark. The Nasdaq is also riding a massive wave of momentum by notching its longest winning streak since 2009. Mark Newton, Managing Director & Global Head of Technical Strategy, Fundstrat Global Advisors, dissect what the charts are really saying about this record-breaking rally. He explains whether the tech-heavy momentum is dangerously overextended and reveals if the underlying market breadth actually supports a longer run. We also explore the key technical support levels to watch if upcoming geopolitical talks stumble and discuss exactly how investors should position their portfolios to navigate potential macroeconomic headwinds. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite are breaking records and riding massive win streaks, but is the market ignoring the risks right in front of it? Aninda Mitra, Head of Asia Macro and Investment Strategy at BNY Investments discusses a fascinating Wall Street session where the Nasdaq advanced 1.6% to hit 24,016 (marking an 11-day win streak) and the S&P 500 gained 0.8% to close at 7,023. While investors seem buoyed by hopes of a resolution to the Iran war, the Dow shed 72 points, reminding us that the broader economic picture remains complex.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks pushed higher on Tuesday as investors looked past geopolitical tension and focused on what could still go right. Despite a breakdown in U.S.–Iran peace talks, markets rallied on lingering optimism that a deal remains within reach. The S&P 500 is now within striking distance of its 52-week high, while the Nasdaq surged on continued strength in tech. Names like Oracle, Nvidia, and Palantir led the charge, reinforcing the market’s reliance on big tech momentum. Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group breaks down what’s driving this resilience, whether optimism is justified, and how long this rally can last. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks reversed earlier losses to surge higher as optimism grew around a potential US Iran deal, with tech leading the recovery and erasing war driven declines. Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Markets Singapore discusses whether the rally can last, key signals from inflation and earnings, and what to watch from US banks and upcoming China data. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Gerd Altmann from Pixabay     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

US stocks move higher for another session as the U.S. and Iran ceasefire holds steady. IG Market analyst Fabien Yip joins us to discuss the Dow turning positive for 2026 and what the latest PCE data means for your portfolio. She also previews the risks of the Q1 earnings season and the impact of rising oil prices on this recovery. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks staged a massive comeback after Donald Trump signaled a temporary halt to attacks on Iran. The Dow surged more than 1,300 points while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq posted sharp gains. Investors are now weighing whether this is a turning point or just a relief rally. Christine Short, Head of Research, TMX Datalinx also digs into bank earnings, IPO momentum, and whether the resilient consumer can keep holding up. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangImage: Geralt via Pixabay See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The major averages staged a late recovery after reports of a possible Pakistani-brokered delay in U.S. military action against Iran lifted sentiment. However, beneath the headline relief, investors are still navigating fragile geopolitics, mixed sector signals, Fed succession risks, and rising expectations for first-quarter earnings. Joseph Sroka, CIO and Co-Founder of NovaPoint Capital, shares his key market takeaways. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The S&P 500 just logged its worst quarter since 2022, but is the sky really falling, or is this a prime buying opportunity? George Schultze, Founder and Managing Member at Schultze Asset Management unpacks the complex macroeconomic forces driving the latest market session. He shares his insights on the Federal Reserve's "worst-case scenario" of oil-driven stagflation and whether double-digit corporate earnings growth and a projected $700B in AI capital expenditures can keep the fundamentals intact. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang Image: Gino Crescoli from Pixabay  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.