InvestTalk

Germany's Ifo Institute reported this week that its aging population is pushing social spending to record highs, a fiscal dynamic that closely mirrors the pressures the US Social Security and Medicare systems are heading toward. We examine what demographic-driven fiscal stress looks like, how it affects bond markets and currency strength, and what lessons American investors can draw.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Old Dominion Freight Line, Inc. (ODFL), Market Wrap, Sibanye Stillwater Limited (SBSW), Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT), The Charles Schwab Corporation (SCHW), Single Stock ETFs, Barrick Mining Corporation (B), Germany's Aging Population and Record Social Spending: A...

Ray Dalio warned this week that Treasury Secretary Bessent's market intervention signals a debt crisis is getting closer — and he's recommending gold and bitcoin as hedges. We dig into what the bond market is telling us about US fiscal sustainability and whether Dalio's alarm bells should change how everyday investors position themselves.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), Market Wrap, TTM Technologies, Inc. (TTMI), Oil Markets, The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (MTW), Ray Dalio's Debt Crisis Warning: Is the US Heading for a Fiscal Breaking Point?, Energizer Holdings, Inc. (ENR), Digital Core REIT (SGX:DCRU), T. Rowe Pr...

The Senate has delayed work on the Clarity Act while regulators continue building a broader framework for digital assets, with the White House preparing a meeting of crypto executives, the SEC, and the CFTC. We will walk through what a regulatory framework would actually change for ordinary investors, and how to evaluate this space without treating it as a portfolio cornerstone.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD), Market Wrap, Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (CBRL), Private Credit, Joby Aviation, Inc. (JOBY), Regulation catches up to digital assets, Rubrik, Inc. (RBRK), EnerSys (ENS), Investment Loss, AAON...

The Kansas City Fed set this year's Jackson Hole theme as financial innovation and its implications for payments and policy, arriving alongside a stablecoin float above $307 billion. We will break down what tokenized money and instant payments actually change about the plumbing of the financial system, and what investors should and should not read into it.

Today's Stocks & Topics: VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX), Market Wrap, Sandisk Corporation (SNDK), How to Identify Winning Stocks?, Nucor Corporation (NUE), Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD), Financial innovation is now a Fed problem, Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA), Vanguard FTSE All-World...

The dollar has fallen to a two-month low against the euro, near 1.1590. On tomorrow's InvestTalk, we explain why currency moves quietly drive a large share of international fund returns, and whether hedged or unhedged exposure makes more sense from here.

Today's Stocks & Topics: VBWX Technologies, Inc. (BWXT), Market Wrap, Blue Bird Corporation (BLBD), Money Market Funds, First Majestic Silver Corp. (AG), The dollar's slide and what it does to your foreign holdings, Nucor Corporation (NUE), Zoetis Inc. (ZTS), T. Rowe Price International Value Equity Fund (TRIGX), iShares Core MSCI Total International Stock ETF (IXUS), SEC’s Plan to...

The Russell 2000 set a fresh record to close out last week even as large caps struggled. On tomorrow's InvestTalk, we look at what leadership rotation historically signals, and how investors should think about size exposure without chasing a two-week move.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Vanguard Morningstar Mid-Cap Value Index Fund Admiral Shares (VMVAX), Market Wrap, Rollins, Inc. (ROL), Household Debt, American Electric Power Company, Inc. (AEP), Small caps woke up: is the rally finally broadening?, Physical Gold or Gold Stocks, Apple Inc. (AAPL), Housing Insurance.

The federal government will spend about a trillion dollars on interest this year, roughly what it spends on national defense, and every rate increase makes that number larger. We will explain why the government’s own borrowing costs now shape monetary policy, what that means for long-dated bonds, and why central banks around the world are buying gold at the fastest pace in years.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (CRDO), Market Wrap, Valero Energy Corporation (VLO), Marathon Petroleum Corporation (MPC), Phillips 66 (PSX), Car Makers and Motor Oil, The Trillion-dollar Interest Bill Nobody Votes On, Ava...

In the same week that vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz dwindled and a new Iran bill threatens to bar 'hostile' ships, Turkish officials confirmed Black Sea passage continues while Houthi attacks escalate in the Red Sea region. We map out how simultaneous threats to multiple critical waterways create compounding risks for global trade, inflation, and investor portfolios.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Positions Sizing, Market Wrap, Innovative Industrial Properties, Inc. (IIPR), Private Investments, Vanguard Total World Stock ETF (VT), Global Shipping Under Siege: How Hormuz, the Black Sea, and Red Sea Threats Hit Your Investments, Equity and...

A weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report sent the dollar sliding and pushed back market expectations for a Federal Reserve rate hike. We explore what softer labor data means for the rate outlook, bond markets, and where investors should be positioned.

Today's Stocks & Topics: The Glimpse Group, Inc. (GGRP), Market Wrap, FreightCar America, Inc. (RAIL), Veralto Corporation (VLTO), Market Rotation, V.F. Corporation (VFC), Soft Jobs Report and the Dollar's New Direction: What It Means for Investors, KPP Newsletter, Otis Worldwide Corporation (OTIS), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Vanguard Health Care ETF (VHT...

A new report shows homes are selling below asking price in 38 of the 50 biggest U.S. cities, a signal that the long-dominant seller's market may be finally turning. We examine what this shift means for real estate as an asset class, homebuilder stocks, and mortgage-sensitive portfolios.

Today's Stocks & Topics: AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV), Market Wrap, Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (REGN), Affordable Care Act (ACA), Onto Innovation Inc. (ONTO), U.S. Housing Market Cracks: Homes Selling Below Asking Price in 38 Major Cities, Pulse Biosciences, Inc. (PLSE), Uber Technologies, Inc. (UBER), Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD), Dillard's, Inc. (DDS), Margin Debt.

The S&P 500 is approaching another record high after a few weeks, powered in part by record-breaking options activity and a recovery from July's brief selloff. We will dig into whether the fundamental and technical picture supports this rally or if investors are getting ahead of themselves.

Today's Stocks & Topics: GSK plc (GSK), Market Wrap, Stop Orders, S&P Global Inc. (SPGI), “Refine, Baby, Refine”, iShares MSCI Global Gold Miners ETF (RING), S&P 500 Near Record Highs: Is the Stock Market Rally Sustainable in 2026?, The Greenbrier Companies, Inc. (GBX), WisdomTree US Value Fund of Benef Interest (WTV), Vangu...

Software stocks are swinging wildly amid growing debate over whether AI is cannibalizing traditional SaaS business models—a phenomenon some are calling the 'SaaSpocalypse.' We explore the structural risks to software sector valuations and what a shifting tech landscape means for investors with heavy tech exposure.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR), Market Wrap, Barrick Mining Corporation (B), Heidelberg Materials AG (ETR:HEI), Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM), The SaaSpocalypse Debate: Are AI Stocks Disrupting SaaS in 2026?, General Motors Company (GM), Veeva Systems Inc. (VEEV), European Stocks, Appian Corporation (APPN), The Yen and Bond Ma...

The explosive growth of data centers is creating a surprising surge in demand for workforce housing near construction and operation sites. This under-the-radar connection between AI infrastructure and real estate markets opens up investment angles most people haven't considered.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Medtronic plc (MDT), Market Wrap, UWM Holdings Corporation (UWMC), Valero Energy Corporation (VLO), How to Read the Charts, Target Corporation (TGT), Data Centers, Housing, and the Hidden Real Estate Play in the AI Boom, Retirement Account, DoubleVerify Holdings, Inc. (DV), Gold, Roblox Corporation (RBLX), Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL), Credit Markets.

More Americans are exiting the workforce entirely rather than searching for new jobs, with many citing a job market that has simply worn them down. This shift in labor force participation has deep implications for wage growth, inflation, consumer spending, and the Fed's next move.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc. (PLAY), Market Wrap, Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD), AstraZeneca PLC (AZN), HubSpot, Inc. (HUBS), The Progressive Corporation (PGR), Workers Are Dropping Out: What Falling Labor Force Participation Signals for the Economy, Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc. (APLE), Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline...

The AI Arms Race: Is the US Lead Over China Already Gone?

A provocative new op-ed argues the United States has all but lost its AI advantage over China, just as hyperscalers are posting massive earnings from AI infrastructure spending. We examine what this competitive shift means for technology investors and long-term US economic leadership.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR), Market Wrap, AppLovin Corporation (APP), The Yen, Company's Debt, The AI Arms Race: Is the US Lead Over China Already Gone?, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSM), Sterling Infrastructure, Inc. (STRL), The...

Markets whipsawed this week as Trump called off strikes, Iran denied talks, and stocks surged then pulled back on every new headline. Learning to separate signal from noise when geopolitical events drive extreme short-term volatility is one of the most valuable skills a long-term investor can develop.

Today's Stocks & Topics: The Walt Disney Company (DIS), Market Wrap, Aya Gold & Silver Inc. (AYA), Airlines, Expedia Group, Inc. (EXPE), Iran Peace Signals and Market Volatility: How to Invest When Headlines Move Markets, Taking Profits, Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW), Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), Artificial intelligence (AI) Use.

New York just sued prediction market platform Kalshi, calling it an illegal gambling operation — even as sophisticated traders pour into these markets using AI bots and advanced data strategies. We examine what prediction markets tell us about information pricing and whether they belong in an investor's toolkit.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Modine Manufacturing Company (MOD), Market Wrap, Matador Resources Company (MTDR), Global Financial System, Newmont Corporation (NEM), Are Prediction Markets Legal? The Kalshi Lawsuit and What It Means for Investors, Roth I-R-A, Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV (BUD), Microchip Technology Incorporated (MCHP), abrdn Bloomberg All Commodity Longer Dated Strategy K...

The explosive growth of GLP-1 obesity drugs is creating a massive cold storage logistics boom, with FedEx, UPS, and DHL racing to build out healthcare supply chain capacity in a market they can't afford to miss. We explore the second and third-order investment opportunities that most investors are overlooking in the GLP-1 revolution.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Comcast Corporation (CMCSA), Marke Wrap, Liberty ETFs, Apple Inc. (AAPL), Dividend Reinvestment, Taxes, The GLP-1 Ripple Effect: How Obesity Drugs Are Reshaping Logistics, Healthcare, and Supply Chains, Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), AstraZeneca PLC (AZN).

Bloomberg reports that Trump's tariffs are likely to stick around despite their unpopularity, signaling that businesses and investors need to treat elevated trade barriers as a structural feature of the economy — not a temporary headwind. We examine the long-term investment implications of a world where tariffs are the new normal.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Carpenter Technology Corporation (CRS), Market Wrap, Boston Scientific Corporation (BSX), Boston Scientific Corporation (BSX), Leopold Aschenbrenner, Vertiv Holdings Co (VRT), Tariffs Are Here to Stay: How Permanent Trade Barriers Are Reshaping Long-Term Investing, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Return of...

AI-themed ETFs are surging in number even as the sector faces a rough quarter, with companies like Anthropic rolling out cheaper models and AI capital expenditures dominating earnings calls — yet returns remain elusive for many investors. We ask the critical question every listener wants answered: when does the AI infrastructure spending boom actually translate into profits?

Today's Stocks & Topics: Parker-Hannifin Corporation (PH), Market Wrap, Bond Concentration Risk, State Street Corporation (STT), AI's Spending Problem: When Does the Massive Cash Burn Start Paying Off?, CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD), Mueller Industries, Inc. (MLI), Fibonacci Extensions, Kinder Morgan, Inc. (KMI).

The US dollar has been whipsawing — pulling back as the US-Iran attacks paused, while simultaneously hitting 40-year highs against the yen — creating a confusing picture for currency and international investors. We explore what these dollar dynamics mean for your international holdings and the broader economic outlook.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Brookfield Corporation (BN), Market Wrap, Share Dilution, Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN), Is the US Dollar Losing Its Edge? The Dollar Outlook in the Age of Oil Shocks and Geopolitical Risk, The Coca-Cola Company (KO), Targa Resources Corp. (TRGP), EMCOR Group, Inc. (EME), Hedge Funds Demand.

The 10-year Treasury yield is hovering near January 2025 highs as oil-driven inflation fears collide with an uncertain Fed path, creating serious turbulence in bond markets. We break down what these yield levels mean for bond investors, mortgage borrowers, and anyone trying to build a balanced portfolio right now.

Today's Stocks & Topics: ING Groep N.V. (ING), Market Wrap, Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (WPM), Pan American Silver Corp. (PAAS), Commercial Real Estate Lending, Autoliv, Inc. (ALV), Bond Market Outlook 2026: What Treasury Yields Near Multi-Year Highs Mean for Your Portfolio, CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD), Corning Incorporated (GLW), Energy Transfer...

U.S. gas prices have crossed the $4-per-gallon mark again as the ongoing conflict between the U.S. and Iran continues to rattle energy markets. With the Strait of Hormuz under threat and tanker traffic dropping, investors need to understand how this ripple effect reaches their wallets.

Today's Stocks & Topics: T. Rowe Price Capital Appreciation Equity ETF (TCAF), Market Wrap, Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM), B2Gold Corp. (BTG), The Industrial Boom, Southern Copper Corporation (SCCO), Gas Prices Going Up in 2026: What the $4 Pump Means for Your Portfolio, American Express Company (AXP), Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight...

With oil prices spiking and gas crossing $4 again due to Middle East conflict, the Federal Reserve faces a nightmare scenario where energy-driven inflation could force rate hikes even as the economy shows signs of slowing. This tension between fighting war inflation and supporting growth is the single biggest macro question for investors right now.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Cameco Corporation (CCJ), Market Wrap, Oscar Health, Inc. (OSCR), Lumentum Holdings Inc. (LITE), Solventum Corporation (SOLV), The Fed's Impossible Position: War Inflation vs. Rate Cuts, Interest Options, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Dover Corporation (DOV...

The U.S. dollar has been gaining ground as investors flee to safety amid escalating Middle East tensions, even as the pound and other currencies give back recent gains. But a stronger dollar has its own set of consequences for multinationals, emerging markets, and commodity prices.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Trump Account vs. 529 Account, Market Wrap, abrdn Physical Precious Metals Basket Shares ETF (GLTR), K Shaped Economy, CF Industries Holdings, Inc. (CF), Dollar vs. Emerging Market Currencies: Is the Safe-Haven Rally a Trap?, Blue-Chip Stocks, Meta Platforms, Inc. (META), Private Label Brands, Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF Shares...

Even as semiconductor stocks sell off and geopolitical headlines dominate, there are pockets of the market quietly delivering solid returns — and most retail investors are completely ignoring them. This week we explore the sectors and themes that are working when tech isn't, and how to find opportunity in the chaos.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Jackson Financial Inc. (JXN), Market Wrap, AvalonBay Communities, Inc. (AVB), 401k Allocations, DraftKings Inc. (DKNG), Stocks Beyond Tech: Where Is the Market Actually Working Right Now?, VICI Properties Inc. (VICI), Agree Realty Corporation (ADC), Best Stock Screeners, UGI Corporation (UGI), Avantis U.S. Equity ET...

With a major earnings season kicking off for the mega-cap tech names, an obscure volatility measure is pointing to a potential breakout — but the bar is sky-high and geopolitical headwinds are creating an unusually uncertain backdrop. How these earnings come in will likely determine whether the broader market can hold its current levels or breaks down.

Today's Stocks & Topics: The Western Union Company (WU), Market Wrap, Danaher Corporation (DHR), Trump Imposes 50% Tariffs on Canadian, NIKE Inc. (NKE), Can the Magnificent Seven Earnings Hold the Market Up?, Cameco Corporation (CCJ), Cameco Corporation (CCJ)¸ Target Corporation (TGT), U.S. Oil...

India is facing a double hit from the Iran conflict — oil import costs are surging while its rupee weakens, squeezing corporate margins and complicating the country's ambitious trade negotiations with the United States. We look at how the world's most populous country is navigating this energy crisis and what it means for emerging market investors.

Today's Stocks & Topics: U.S. Bancorp (USB), Market Wrap, NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA), Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) Report, Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (GLPI), India's US Trade Deal in 2026: Can It Survive the Iran Oil Shock?, RTX Corporation (RTX), T. Rowe Price Group, In...

Contrary to the traditional flight-to-safety playbook, bond yields are rising alongside oil prices as war-driven inflation fears overwhelm demand for U.S. Treasuries as a haven asset. We examine why this unusual bond market behavior matters for every investor who holds fixed income, and what it signals about the durability of the post-pandemic rate environment.

Today's Stocks & Topics: ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (ZIM), Market Wrap, Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), High Deficit on Bond Markets, Financial Planning, War Bonds vs. War Stocks: How Treasuries Are Really Responding to the Iran Conflict, KPP Newsletter, Zions Bancorporation, National Association (ZION...

Even as the Strait of Hormuz closed and oil surged, chip stocks and the Nasdaq bounced back sharply as investors bet that AI-driven earnings growth outweighs any geopolitical headwinds. We explore the dangerous psychology of a market that keeps shrugging off war headlines — and whether that confidence is justified.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Cincinnati Financial Corporation (CINF), Market Wrap, iShares U.S. Power Infrastructure ETF (POWR), Tema Electrification ETF (VOLT), Defiance AI & Power Infrastructure ETF (AIPO), Oil Traders Warning, Reddit, Inc. (RDDT), Is the AI Rally Ignoring a Real Geopolitical Threat to Tech Stocks?, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (BRK.B...

New data shows retail traders are piling into speculative assets and individual momentum plays while largely ignoring broad index exposure in the S&P 500 — a behavioral pattern that historically signals late-cycle risk-taking. We explore the psychology behind this trend and why chasing shiny objects almost always ends badly for individual investors.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (SFM), Market Wrap, Brussels and European Banks, Coherent Corp. (COHR), Retail Investors Chase Shiny Objects While Ignoring the S&P 500, iShares Core Dividend ETF (DIVB), Lennox International Inc. (LII), Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB), Charter Communications, Inc. (CHTR), Small Caps.

Oil prices are surging, the Fed is flagging war-driven inflation risks, and consumers are already feeling pain at the pump — raising fears that a second inflation wave could undo the progress made over the past two years. We walk through whether the current macro setup is truly comparable to 2022 and what investors should do differently this time.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Covered Calls, Market Wrap, The Auto Industry, S&P Global Inc. (SPGI), Arista Networks, Inc. (ANET), RELX PLC (RELX), How to Protect Your Portfolio from Inflation's Second Wave, Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), Altria Group, Inc. (MO), Philip Mo...

Follow these seven steps to keep your financial goals on track in the second half of 2026.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Micron Technology, Inc. (MU), iShares MSCI South Korea ETF (EWY), SK hynix Inc. (SKHY), Market Wrap, These Simple Portfolio Checks Could Save You from Costly Mistakes, Celsius Holdings, Inc. (CELH), Moving Averages, Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), Japanese Yen.

Record heat waves and overcrowded peak seasons are driving a surprising offseason travel boom, with airlines, hotels, and travel platforms seeing demand patterns that are rewriting the traditional tourism calendar. For investors, this behavioral shift in consumer spending is a window into the resilience — or fragility — of the American consumer in a high-cost environment.

Today's Stocks & Topics: AeroVironment, Inc. (AVAV), TTM Technologies, Inc. (TTMI), HSBC Pulling out from Private Credit, 401k, Travel Stocks 2026: What the Offseason Boom Tells Us About the Consumer Economy, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Tenaris S.A. (TS), B2Go...

As the AI trade gets choppier and investors look for alternatives to mega-cap tech concentration, India is emerging as a serious destination for capital seeking growth without the AI boom-bust risk. But before you pivot your portfolio eastward, you need to understand the real risks and opportunities in the world's most populous economy.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Rambus Inc. (RMBS), Market Wrap, Fox's Acquisition of ROKU, The Labor Market, Stock Split, Is India the Best Emerging Market to Invest in for 2026?, Vertiv Holdings Co (VRT), Franklin FTSE India ETF (FLIN), ONEOK, Inc. (OKE), Microsoft Corporation (MSFT), Tobacco Stocks.<...

Electronic warfare, drones, and advanced defense technology are forcing Wall Street to completely rethink how defense companies are valued — moving them closer to tech multiples than old-school defense contractor models. With NATO spending commitments rising and geopolitical risk still elevated, the defense tech theme may be one of the most compelling macro investment stories of 2026.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Day Trading, Market Wrap, Constellation Software Inc. (CNSWF), Karooooo Ltd. (KARO), Dividend Stocks, Alphabet Inc. (GOOG), Defense Tech Stocks in 2026: Is This the New Growth Sector Investors Have Been Waiting For?, VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX), Dividend Investing.

Bloomberg is reporting that one of the key signals driving the AI trade is losing its reliability — and that raises a critical question for investors who've built positions around AI infrastructure, chips, and related names. When the narrative cracks, understanding what's driving valuations underneath becomes more important than ever.

Today's Stocks & Topics: SAP SE (SAP), Market Wrap, Sirius XM Holdings Inc. (SIRI), AI Tokens, Terex Corporation (TEX), What Happens When the AI Bubble Pops? The Trade Is Losing Its North Star, Applied Industrial Technologies, Inc. (AIT), Adobe Inc. (ADBE), SMI 3Fourteen Full-Cycle Trend ETF (FCTE), ROTH Conversions, Hy...

Mid-year is a smart time to model conversions before year-end tax planning gets rushed. A practical walkthrough of who benefits, how to size a conversion, and the bracket-management math that makes it work.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Comcast Corporation (CMCSA), Market Wrap, ATI Inc. (ATI), Leggett & Platt, Incorporated (LEG), AT&T Inc. (T), Capital Flows, Vanguard Health Care Index Fund ETF Shares (VHT), The Roth Conversion Window, CAVA Group, Inc. (CAVA), ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation (XOM), MicroStrategy (MSTR).

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.

Today's Stocks & Topics: I-R-As, 401k Plan, Compound Frequency, Is It Good Time to Buy Stocks, Fidelity 401k Plan, Small Cap Stocks, Fed Rate Cuts, Relative Strength, Young Investor Looking for Advised, Silver, Start Taking Equity, Financial Terminology, Fundamental Analysis, 457 Retirement Plan.

When the Russell 2000 is up over 20% and the S&P under 10%, "I just own the index" means very different things depending on which index. A chance to explain how market-cap weighting quietly concentrated listeners into a handful of names.

Today's Stocks & Topics: Cardinal Health, Inc. (CAH), Market Wrap, McDonald's Corporation (MCD), Rotation Trade, Oracle Corporation (ORCL), The Index Fund Trap, Barrick Mining Corporation (B), Agnico Eagle Mines Limited (AEM), ImmunityBio, Inc. (IBRX), The Power Grid.