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The Fed’s preferred gauge showed inflation was higher last month. Why is refocus toward inflation complicated? The heads of America’s biggest banks see a remarkably strong US economy and consumer. Where do they see risks
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The W.I.P. cracks into the week’s must know investment news. Hosted by Walter, new episodes are available every Friday.
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The Fed’s preferred gauge showed inflation was higher last month. Why is refocus toward inflation complicated? The heads of America’s biggest banks see a remarkably strong US economy and consumer. Where do they see risks
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Kevin Warsh is now the new chairman of the Federal Reserve. Why is the new chair in a tough spot? Crypto got a bump this week. What digital assets are back in the news? Finally, April’s jobs report was better than expect
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This week we drop another Q&A episode with my colleague, Mario Bernardi. In our conversation, Mario and I answer questions regarding What to Buy Right Now, The SpaceX IPO, and Managing Awards & Options.
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The biggest companies in AI are increasing their investment. How did investors react? Economic growth picked up last quarter. Why is the devil in the details? Finally, The Fed’s favorite inflation gauge ticked higher las
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Apple announced a change in leadership. Who is taking over as CEO? Software and Chipmaker stocks are back in the news. What driving the volatility? Finally, the race to replace Jerome Powell as Fed Chair is ON. Why is th
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The US stock market’s return to record-breaking territory has some investors scratching their heads. How does this recovery compare to past rallies? Meme stocks are back in the news. Where is the craze happening now? Fin
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The ups and downs in financial markets continued this week. How focused are investors on geopolitical headlines? Rotation is happening in the stock market. Why is another reversal on the cards? Finally, at long last the
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Historically, springtime is the prime-time for the housing market. Where is the early trend for selling season pointing to? March’s jobs report is set to be released. How will the war in Iran impact the labor market? Fin
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This week, The W.I.P drops a quarterly market outlook with our guest Mike Ochoa. In our conversation, Mike and I discuss the implications of higher oil prices, the psychology of money, and what investors can control them
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Historically, certain investments have proved good hedges against rising oil prices. What will determine their effectiveness? The federal agency currently overseeing prediction markets is looking for guidance on the indu
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In the aftermath of the US-Israeli attacks on Iran, oil futures have surged. What does this mean for your money? China announced flexible economic targets for the future. Why is the world’s second biggest economy giving
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Mortgage rates dipped below 6% for the first time in three years. How important is this for the housing market? Oil prices have been volatile. What will determine where prices are headed next? Finally, AI bellwether Nvid
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Trade deficits are back in the headlines. How have tariffs changed the way America consumes? Berkshire Hathaway reported its most recent investment moves. What dead industry did the company just invest in? Finally, Feder
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The dollar continues to lose value. What does this mean for your money? The Kraft-Heinz corporate split is on hold. Why is the food giant sticking together? Finally, the latest US jobs report was released this week. Why
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Big Tech hit a blip this week. What has investors souring on technology stocks? Public and Private data shed light on the employment situation. How healthy is the Labor market? Finally, Kevin Warsh will likely become the
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Big tech earnings so far this week have sent a clear warning to companies. What has grabbed investor attention? Tesla appears to shifting its focus. Where is the EV giant pivoting to? Finally, ESG investing is at a criti
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This week we drop another Q&A episode with my colleague, Mario Bernardi. In this episode, Mario and I discuss high yield savings, big purchase investing, and Roth vs. Pre-Tax 401(k).
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The Justice Department has launched an investigation against the Federal Reserve and its chairman, Jerome Powell. Why is this bad for the economy now and in future? America’s biggest banks released earnings this week. Wh
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Heightened geopolitical tensions have increased investor expectations for a larger military budget. How much more spending is to be expected? A ban on institutional investors from buying single-family homes was proposed.
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A short message from Walter to say happy New Year and to preview some of the exciting content on The W.I.P. in 2026.
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