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TraderMerlin

Merlin Rothfeld

A live daily podcast covering nearly every aspect of the financial markets. My guests and I cover stocks, futures, forex, cryptocurrency, real estate, long term investing and much more! Join us live on youtube at 2pm daily!

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52:27

What Are Predictive Markets? - 02/11/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/11

Prediction markets are exploding in popularity—but most people still don't understand how they actually work. In today's episode, we break down the surge in predictive markets, what they are, how they function, and the big questions traders are asking: Are prediction markets legal? How do they differ from traditional markets? And what risks do they carry for you as a participant? We'll cut through the hype and explain the mechanics behind event-based trading, how pricing reflects probability, and

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53:36

At What Point Should Someone Admit Trading Isn't for...

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/10

This is one of the hardest—and most important—questions a trader can ask. In today's episode, we tackle a viewer's candid question about struggling with trading and whether there comes a point where you should keep pushing forward… or step away. Is trading really for everyone? Are losses a rite of passage—or a signal you're forcing the wrong path? I'll share my unfiltered thoughts and real experiences, talk about the difference between temporary struggle and structural mismatch, and explain how to

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50:30

Revenge Trading Ruin- 02/09/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/09

One bad trade can hurt. Revenge trading can end your career. In today's episode, we tackle a powerful viewer question about revenge trading—why it happens, how it sneaks into even experienced traders' decision-making, and why it's one of the fastest ways to blow up an account. I'll share personal experiences from my own trading journey and walk through a real trade sequence that completely destroyed a trader's account, step by step. This isn't about shaming mistakes—it's about understanding the

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52:44

Trading Week Wrap Up! - 02/06/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/06

This week was anything but smooth. In today's episode, we break down the major events that rocked the financial markets, starting with the crypto rollercoaster that whipsawed traders and tested conviction. From sharp selloffs to violent bounces, we'll talk about what mattered—and what was just noise. We'll also dig into the latest tech-sector stumbles, why leadership cracked when it did, and what that weakness could mean for risk appetite going forward. And as always, I'll provide updates on my

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51:37

Crypto Bloodbath! - 02/05/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/05

Things escalated fast. After yesterday's discussion, the crypto market didn't just weaken—it collapsed. In today's episode, we revisit the crypto narrative in light of a massive, broad-based selloff across digital assets and ask the question everyone wants answered: How much lower can this go? I'll break down what changed, what didn't, and how professionals frame downside risk when panic starts to creep in. I'll also give honest updates on my own positions, which took a real beating over the last

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57:17

Will the Crypto Meltdown Continue? - 02/04/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/04

The tone in crypto has shifted—and viewers are feeling it. In today's episode, we address the growing concern around digital assets and the question I'm getting asked most right now: Is this crypto selloff just a pause… or something more serious? I'll answer a few key viewer questions about the current crypto market mood, what weakness really means at this stage of the cycle, and how to think about risk when sentiment turns sour. Then we'll zoom out to the broader markets, breaking down earnings

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59:52

2026 Market Outlook with John Rowland, CMT - 02/03/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/03

What does a true market veteran see coming next? In today's episode, I'm joined by John Rowland, CMT, a longtime professional trader with decades of experience on the New York Mercantile Exchange (NYMEX) floor. John brings a boots-on-the-ground perspective shaped by real liquidity, real order flow, and real market stress. We'll break down the current market environment, discuss where risk is building, where opportunity may emerge, and get John's outlook for 2026 across key asset classes. If you want

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52:11

I Messed Up the Trade… Now What? - 02/02/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/02/02

Every trader messes up. The difference is what you do next. In today's episode, I'm pulling back the curtain and sharing a real trading mistake I made during Friday's session with my Tesla position—a mistake that had me nervous all weekend. No theory. No hindsight gymnastics. Just real execution, real emotion, and real consequences. That experience leads to a critical question every trader eventually faces: What should you do when you mess up a trade? Panic? Freeze? Double down? Or step back and fix

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52:31

Trading Week Wrap Up! - 01/30/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/30

This week delivered a shock to the system. In today's episode, we break down the massive implosion in the metals market, with gold and silver getting hit hard and sentiment flipping fast. What caused the sudden collapse—and is this a breakdown or a reset? We'll also discuss the latest nominee tied to the Federal Reserve, what that choice could signal for rates and policy direction, and how markets are starting to price it in. On top of that, I'll walk you through my current trade updates—what I'm

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51:36

AI: The Big Spend - 01/29/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/29

The market just got rocked by Big Tech earnings, and today's price action is forcing a serious rethink of the AI narrative. In this episode, we break down the latest results from the tech giants that crushed the market today and ask the question everyone's dancing around: Is the massive AI spending spree finally slowing down—or are the real profits just getting started? We'll dig into what the numbers actually say about capex, margins, and return on investment, and how Wall Street is reacting

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01:02:18

2026 Market Outlook with Bill Addiss - 01/28/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/28

It's FOMC Day, and we're going straight to the source of the bond market. In today's episode, longtime bond trader William Addiss joins me to break down the Federal Reserve's latest interest-rate cut, why it happened, and what it really means beneath the headlines. We'll dive deep into the impact on bonds, yield curves, credit markets, and equities, and discuss where interest rates may be headed next as the macro landscape continues to shift. Bill also shares his 2026 market outlook, offering

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57:02

Metals Shooting Star - 01/26/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/26

A warning signal may be flashing in the metals market. In today's episode, we break down the ominous "shooting star" candlestick pattern that's just appeared across key metals—and what it could mean for gold, silver, and the broader commodities complex going forward. Is this a routine pause… or an early sign that momentum is rolling over? We'll also dig into the latest durable goods orders data and what it says about demand, growth, and industrial activity. Plus, we'll cover the slide in Tesla, why

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01:01:17

2026 Market Outlook with Craig Weil - 01/23/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/24

What does a seasoned market veteran see coming next? In today's episode, I'm joined by Craig Weil, a longtime professional trader and former Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME) floor trader, to break down the current market environment and his outlook for 2026. Craig brings a rare perspective shaped by decades of real-world trading—across cycles, crashes, and regime shifts. We'll discuss where markets stand today, what structural forces are building beneath the surface, and how traders should be

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49:57

Data Delight! - 01/22/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/22

The numbers are in—and on the surface, they look great. In today's episode, we break down the latest macroeconomic data that's painting a surprisingly rosy picture for the financial markets. Strong growth signals, cooling pressures, and data that seems to support risk-on behavior… but is it really that simple? The big question: Does this wave of positive data influence policy at the upcoming meeting of the Federal Reserve? We'll dig into how the Fed interprets macro data, what actually matters

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48:56

Market Whiplash! - 01/21/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/21

Just when markets thought they had a handle on the narrative, everything flipped. In today's episode, we break down the abrupt about-face from Donald Trump and how that sudden shift sent shockwaves through the financial markets. What changed, why it mattered, and how traders should think about policy-driven volatility when the rules feel like they're moving in real time. We'll also dive into the latest earnings reports, separating real signal from headline noise, and explain how institutional money

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01:03:47

2026 Market Outlook with Colin Tedards - 01/20/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/20

What does 2026 really have in store for the markets? In today's episode, I'm joined by Colin Tedards, a true fundamental analysis extraordinaire, to break down what he sees shaping the year ahead. We'll dive deep into Colin's 2026 market outlook, exploring the forces driving equities, interest rates, growth expectations, and global risk. This isn't surface-level commentary—it's a fundamentals-first discussion focused on earnings, valuation, macro pressure points, and where investors may be

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47:26

Trading Week Wrap Up! - 01/16/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/16

This week was packed with market-moving headlines—and plenty of uncertainty. In today's episode, we break down the biggest stories shaping the markets, starting with NVIDIA's growing challenges caught between rising tensions in the United States–China tech battle. What does this mean for AI, semiconductors, and market leadership going forward? We'll also dig into Donald Trump's renewed tariff threats, how markets are pricing in trade risk, and why these policy signals matter more than most headlines

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53:45

Big Chip Deal! - 01/15/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/15

Semiconductors are back in the spotlight. In today's episode, we break down the latest trade deal with Taiwan and what it could mean for the global technology supply chain, chipmakers, and broader market leadership. Is this deal a tailwind for Big Tech—or does it introduce new risks traders need to price in? We'll also shift gears to the surging silver market, unpacking the key forces driving prices higher—from macro flows to industrial demand—and discuss whether those drivers have staying power or

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01:01:43

2025 Trade Review - 01/14/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/15

No marketing fluff. No hindsight bias. In today's episode, I open the books and walk through my actual trading performance for the 2025 trading year—the good, the bad, and the uncomfortable. I'll break results down by account, highlight my best and worst trades, and explain why certain decisions worked while others didn't. This is the kind of review every serious trader should be doing—but most avoid. We'll also announce the winners of the 2025 Price Forecast Competition for both the S&P 500 and

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01:00:04

2026 Market Outlook with Scott McCormick! - 01/13/26

TraderMerlin ·

2026/01/13

What will really drive markets in 2026? In today's episode, I'm joined by longtime trader and investor Scott McCormick, CMT, for a wide-ranging conversation on what he sees shaping the next major phase across global markets. Scott shares his forward-looking insights on bonds, equities, commodities, and currencies, breaking down where risk is building, where opportunity may emerge, and how traders should be thinking about positioning as we move into a new market regime. We'll also tackle one of the

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