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The W.I.P.

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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00:07:26

Bank Spookacular

The W.I.P. ·

2023/10/13

Social Security benefits are getting a 3.2% increase in 2024. How is the COLA calculated and will it help retirees struggling with inflation? September’s CPI data showed inflation leveling off the previous month. Have we hit a plateau in prices? It’s Friday the 13th and some major US banks reported earnings. Will their results scare you or make you shriek in delight?

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00:07:06

Beer’s New King

The W.I.P. ·

2023/10/06

Mortgage rates are pushing toward 8% for a 30-year fixed. Why are rates spiking and what does that mean for the housing market? Alcohol producer Constellation Brands reported earnings and Modelo was a big contributor to the company’s bottom line. How did Modelo become America’s #1 beer? A listener asked if I would rather own physical gold or gold miner stocks. My answer is probably not what you would guess…

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00:09:32

Why September?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/29

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is exploring a share sale. Why is OpenAI looking to sell stock? Long-term bond yields are moving higher. What are the factors at play here? Historically, September is the most volatile month for stocks. How was this September for the market and what does it mean for your money?

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00:07:35

The Fed’s Forecast

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/22

The UAW strike is now seven days in, with little light at the end of the tunnel. Where is the impasse headed? Recent IPOs have sank since buoyant debuts. Why are ARM, CART, and KVYO now trading at or below their initial prices? The Fed released its quarterly Summary of Economic Projections. What are the Fed’s projections for inflation, the economy, and unemployment, and what does it mean for your money?

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00:07:44

Mouse Bounce?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/15

August’s CPI report showed inflation remains sticky. How will the Fed react when they meet next week? ARM stock skyrocketed after its debut on the Nasdaq. What does ARM’s initial success mean for other companies going public this year and should you buy in? Disney has had a rough 2023 and the stock is at a nine year low. When will the company turnaround?

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00:08:45

The Dragon Bites Apple

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/08

Apple’s stock dropped this week due to concerns in China. What are the issues facing Apple in China? Arm and Instacart are going public on the Nasdaq. Why are these companies generating excitement? August’s jobs report sent mixed messages on the economy. Where is the job market now and how will the Fed respond later this month?

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00:15:20

Interview #7: Josh Sapp

The W.I.P. ·

2023/09/01

IBEW business manager Josh Sapp discusses the state of the Labor movement and challenges ahead, benefits of unionization, and much more. With Labor Day around the corner, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

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00:07:49

Big Tech’s Envy

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/25

Nvidia released blowout earnings which sent the stock to record highs. Nividia’s results are also impacting other big tech companies — who are the winners and losers? The annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium is back, and Fed watchers will be listening closely to Jerome Powell’s comments. We preview the event and what Powell is expected to say. A listener asked about the stock market and next year’s election. How do equities perform in an election year and what should you do about it?

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00:21:06

Interview #6: Jeff Wierenga

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/18

With the start of school upon us, we interview Certified College Financial Consultant Jeff Wierenga. Jeff discusses the ins and outs of how to save and invest for a child’s education plus much more. You don’t want to miss this informative conversation!

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00:07:56

Buffett’s Pile

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/11

Apple and Amazon rounded out big tech’s earnings with very different results. Who is on the up and who is not? July’s CPI was a return to pre-pandemic normalcy. We look at last month’s prices and the implications for Fed rate policy. Warren Buffet’s Berkshire Hathaway is sitting on a historic pile of cash. Why is Buffett hoarding cash and what is his plan?

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00:31:31

Interview #5: Mike Ochoa

The W.I.P. ·

2023/08/04

Bond trader Mike Ochoa has traded bonds since the 1980's and has just about seen it all when it comes to interest rates, market cycles, and building bond strategies. With rates at a 22 year high, how is a professional managing bonds?

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00:07:10

Twin Peaks?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/07/28

Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta all reported earnings this week. What is the state of Big Tech right now? The US economy is on a roll. How well is economy doing? The Fed raised rates this week to a 22 year high. Are we at the peak of interest rates?

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00:09:08

Hard Earned

The W.I.P. ·

2023/07/21

China’s government released gloomy economic data for Q2. How reliable is the data, where are the economic bright spots, and why are the US and China talking again? AT&T and Verizon are having a rough moment. What is going on with legacy telecom? Many major companies released earnings this week. We look at who reported and how the auto, banking, and healthcare sectors are doing.

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00:07:40

Greenback Rollback

The W.I.P. ·

2023/07/14

Jun’e inflation report showed inflation continuing to cool. What contributed to inflation’s recent decline? Google’s AI chatbot Bard is growing in usage. What is Bard and how is Google increasing its availability? The Dollar is at a 15 month low, but is a lower dollar bad? We look at the implications of a weakening greenback.

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00:06:50

Cheers!

The W.I.P. ·

2023/06/30

Booze is big business. We look at the industry in numbers, recent trends, and what changing consumer behavior may mean for the economy. The Supreme Court struck down the administration’s student debt forgiveness plan. What happens now? Important economic indicators were released this week. How will unemployment claims, consumer confidence, and personal consumption expenditures impact Fed rate policy?

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00:07:17

What’s Eating Darden?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/06/23

Jerome Powell was questioned by the Senate Banking Committee on where interest rates are headed and future bank regulations. What did the Fed Chair say? The Yield Curve is the most inverted since this March. Why is this happening and why should you care? Darden Restaurants reported earnings this week. How is the consumer spending on dining out?

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00:08:43

Super Charging Investments

The W.I.P. ·

2023/06/16

May’s inflation report showed prices cooling. Where is inflation slowing down and where is it sticking around? The Fed’s met this week and their language on interest rates was telling. What did the Fed say about where rates are headed? The EV charging station landscape made a BIG shift this week! We discuss who wins and who loses.

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00:09:00

Bear Exit?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/06/09

The S&P500 is up this year, but those gains come from just ten companies. Who is driving returns and what does that means for your portfolio? Vanguard’s Head of Fixed Income says that “bonds are back”. What reasons does she give for this claim? Finally, we answer a listener question!

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00:06:45

Hot Jobs Cooling Off?

The W.I.P. ·

2023/06/02

Retail companies Macy’s and Dollar General released earnings this week and results were bad. We look at the numbers. The Debt Ceiling was raised — what made it in the agreement and what did not? The Labor Market remains hot now, but colder winds are starting to blow…

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00:080:00

Revision Decisions

The W.I.P. ·

2023/05/26

Earnings for AI focused companies came in HOT this week. We look at who’s winning the battle for AI supremacy. Debt Ceiling negotiations are close to a resolution. Where are we now and why no agreement yet? Economic data was revised for Q1 2023 and these revisions will impact the Fed’s thinking on future rates hikes. We discuss why.

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