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Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update

Empower yourself with knowledge, one fact at a time. Markets with Megan is a bite-sized financial markets podcast hosted by Megan Horneman, the CIO of Verdence Capital Advisors. Megan provides experienced analysis and in-depth insights that go beyond the daily headlines to unravel the economy"s intricacies and indicators.

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2:59

Services Surprise: Growth or Warning? | S2 E073 |...

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/09/05

📊 The Services Sector just dropped its latest ISM report, and it’s giving investors plenty to think about. While manufacturing has been weak for months, services are still holding up—but inflation pressures and employment signals are telling a different story. In today’s episode of Markets with Megan, Megan Horneman breaks down: ✅ The key takeaways from the latest ISM Services data ✅ Why inflation pressures are far from gone 🔥 ✅ What services strength means for the broader U.S. economy 🏦 ✅

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4:11

30 Out of Last 32 Months in Contraction? | S2 E072 |...

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2025/09/02

📊 Manufacturing in the U.S. just won’t recover. The latest ISM Manufacturing Index shows another month in contraction—making it 30 out of the past 32 months below 50. Headlines are calling this “good news” because prices paid dipped, but Megan Horneman discusses why the reality isn’t as positive as it sounds. 👉 In this episode of Markets with Megan, we cover: Why U.S. manufacturing can’t shake its slump 🏭 The truth behind the “prices paid” data and Fed rate cut chatter 💸 How inflatio...

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3:32

Surprise Earnings! What’s next? | S2 E071 | 09-02-25

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/09/02

The 2Q earnings season recap is in — and the results were stronger than expected! 📈 Nearly 80% of companies beat Wall Street estimates, with year-over-year earnings growth topping 12%. That’s above both forecasts and the 10-year average. In this episode of Markets with Megan, CIO Megan Horneman breaks down: ✅ Why recession fears are fading (mentions of “recession” fell 90% on earnings calls) ✅ How Amazon & Walmart surprised with stronger-than-expected retail performance 🛍️ ✅ Why tech

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3:00

Markets Push for Cuts, but Inflation Won’t Budge | S2...

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2025/08/29

Inflation continues to move in the wrong direction, complicating the Federal Reserve's September meeting decision despite market expectations for an interest rate cut. The latest core PCE data—the Fed's preferred inflation gauge—rose to 2.9% year-over-year in July, up from 2.8% in June, signaling persistent price pressures throughout the economy. Breaking down the numbers reveals concerning trends beneath the surface. While headline PCE increased a modest 0.2% month-over-month as expected, t...

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3:35

Is the Consumer Warning the Fed? | S2 E069 | 08-26-25

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2025/08/26

The latest jobless claims report is out, and the numbers are raising eyebrows. 📉 What does this mean for the U.S. job market, the Fed’s next move, and the broader economic outlook? Megan Horneman, CIO of Verdence Capital Advisors, gives insight in today’s episode of Markets with Megan. ✅ Key insights on jobless claims and labor market health ✅ How rising claims could impact inflation & interest rates ✅ What this means for your portfolio, investments, and future hiring trends ✅ Why the

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3:32

Is the Labor Market Finally Cracking? | S2 E068 |...

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2025/08/20

The latest jobless claims report is out — and the numbers are raising eyebrows. 📉 What does this mean for the U.S. job market, the Fed’s next move, and the broader economic outlook? Megan Horneman, CIO of Verdence Capital Advisors, breaks it all down in today’s episode of Markets with Megan. ✅ Key insights on jobless claims and labor market health ✅ How rising claims could impact inflation & interest rates ✅ What this means for your portfolio, investments, and future hiring trends ✅ Why

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2:51

A Housing Market Tug-of-War | S2 E067 | 08-19-25

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2025/08/19

The August housing report is in, and it’s raising eyebrows. 🏡📉 In this episode of Markets with Megan, Verdence Chief Investment Officer Megan Horneman breaks down the latest Housing Starts and Building Permits data, what it signals for the real estate market, and how it ties into the broader U.S. economy. With interest rates, inflation, and home affordability all in the spotlight, Megan answers the big questions: 🏠 Are higher borrowing costs slowing down builders? 📊 What does the permits

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2:59

Equity Euphoria or Economic Mirage? July Recap | S2...

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/08/07

July 2025 was a historic month for U.S. equity investors! 📈 In this episode of Markets with Megan, Verdence CIO Megan Horneman breaks down the key drivers behind the S&P 500 hitting 15 record highs, the behavior of the bond markets, and the latest economic data that had investors buzzing. 🌍 From equity strength to interest rate expectations, Megan uncovers whether this market momentum has real staying power or if investors should prepare for a shift. Tune in for exper...

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2:48

Are Jobless Claims About to Spark a Market Shift? |...

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2025/08/07

📉 U.S. jobless claims are rising. But is this a red flag for the economy or just a temporary shift in the labor market? In this episode of Markets with Megan, 📊 Chief Investment Officer Megan Horneman disects the latest unemployment data, what it means for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy, and how it could impact your investment strategy heading into the fall. 🏛️ Is the Fed’s tightening cycle finally cooling the job market? 💼 Are we seeing early signs of a soft landing, or i...

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3:56

Open for Business? Job Openings Report | S2 E063 |...

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2025/07/29

The cracks in the U.S. labor market are starting to show—and the Fed is watching closely. In this episode of Markets with Megan, Megan covers the June JOLTS Report, which revealed a 275,000 drop in job openings and a decline in the quits rate to just 2%. With fewer people quitting and job openings nearing parity with unemployment, it’s clear: the labor market is cooling. But is it enough for the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates? 📊 Key Topics Covered: - JOLTS Report breakdown (June

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3:43

Good Vibes, Bad Market? | S2 E064 | 07-29-25

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2025/07/29

Consumer confidence is rising—and so are Americans’ expectations for their financial future. In this episode of Markets with Megan, Megan covers the Conference Board’s July Consumer Confidence Report, which shows: ✅ Expectations hit a 5-month high ✅ Income confidence at a YTD high ✅ Inflation expectations drift lower to 5.8% ✅ Labor market outlook softens ✅ Markets down despite upbeat sentiment So what’s behind the optimism? From tariff progress to a potential tax bill and strong economic d...

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3:39

Tariff Talks: Who's In, Who's Still Negotiating | S2...

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2025/07/29

With the August 1st tariff deadline looming, trade deals are trickling in—and fast. In this episode of Markets with Megan, we break down the latest developments, including key agreements with the EU, Japan, the UK, Indonesia, the Philippines, and Vietnam. Megan also covers the stalled negotiations with Canada, Mexico, India, and China—highlighting what’s at stake and what could be coming next. What does this flurry of last-minute deals mean for inflation, tariff revenue, and U.S. inves...

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2:48

Housing Prices Staying Hot or Getting Chilly? | S2...

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/07/29

Housing prices just won't quit—but is that about to change? In this episode of Markets with Megan, Megan Horneman, CIO of Verdence Capital Advisors, unpacks the latest housing price data and what it means for buyers, sellers, and the broader economy. With affordability still a major issue and inventory constraints tightening, Megan breaks down what’s fueling these price trends, how the Fed might respond, and why this data matters for investors. ➡️ Tune in to hear how this housi...

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3:38

Focus or False Security? The Market’s Mixed Signals...

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2025/07/25

Stocks are climbing and optimism is rising—but is it justified? In today’s episode of Markets with Megan, unpack the market’s reaction to fresh economic data and what it means for potential Fed rate cuts. Megan breaks down consumer sentiment trends, inflation signals, and the Fed’s next move. Are investors looking past key risks, or are they betting right on resilience? Tune in for clear, no-nonsense insights into what’s driving the markets right now. See all episodes at ...

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3:42

Is the Housing Market Thawing Finally? | S2 E059 |...

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2025/07/24

Housing data for June may signal a market thaw despite headline numbers missing expectations, with supply increasing and price growth slowing significantly from 6% to just 2% year-over-year. Although housing transactions fell short of expectations, fundamental shifts in market dynamics could finally break the logjam. Supply of existing homes has increased to levels not seen since June 2016, addressing a critical shortage that had pushed prices to unsustainable heights. New home inventory is ...

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4:17

Could Strong Retail Sales Delay Fed Rate Cuts? | S2...

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2025/07/17

Retail sales just surprised Wall Street — again. On this episode of Markets with Megan, Megan Horneman, CIO of Verdence Capital Advisors, dives into the latest economic data and why the U.S. consumer continues to defy expectations. June’s retail report came in stronger than economists anticipated, sparking questions about inflation, interest rate policy, and whether this resilience is sustainable. Megan breaks down: - What categories drove the surprise - Why these numbers matter to investor...

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3:45

Are Tariffs Finally Hitting Your Wallet? | S2 E057 |...

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2025/07/15

📉 Are tariffs finally starting to hit your wallet? In today’s episode of Markets with Megan, we break down the latest inflation data and explore how the renewed impact of tariffs is fueling higher prices across the economy. With the Fed still holding rates steady, investors are left wondering: Is a rate cut coming, or are inflation risks rising again? 🚨 Megan dives into: - The fresh inflation numbers and what's driving them 📊 - How the Fed may react going forward 🏛 - Why tariffs are

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3:01

More Red Flags from Main Street? | S2 E056 | 07-08-25

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/07/08

Small business optimism just slipped again, and it may be telling us more about the economy than you think. In this episode CIO Megan Horneman dives into the latest NFIB Small Business Optimism Index and breaks down why this matters for investors, the economy, and future Fed decisions. With five out of the last six months showing a decline in sentiment, are business owners signaling deeper trouble ahead? 💡 Megan covers: - Declining plans for capex and inventory growth - Weak earnings

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3:19

Inflation Headlines Are Misleading Investors | S2...

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/06/27

Today's market headlines about inflation being subdued don't tell the full story. Core PCE, the Fed's preferred inflation gauge, came in hotter than expected at 2.7% year-over-year, moving further from the Fed's target. • Core PCE rose to 2.7% year-over-year, above expectations of 2.6% and higher than last month's 2.5% • Inflation impacts from tariffs haven't shown up in the data yet but likely will in coming months • Fed is staying on hold until they get clarity on tariffs and what companie...

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4:03

Fed Clarity? Powell Signals Wait-And-See Mode | S2...

Markets with Megan: A Quick Financial Markets Update ·

2025/06/25

The Federal Reserve may finally be tipping its hand. In this episode of Markets with Megan, Megan discusses Jerome Powell’s two-day testimony to Congress and what it reveals about the Fed’s strategy heading into the second half of the year. From interest rate timing to inflation risks and looming tariffs, this episode dives into the key takeaways every investor needs to know. In this episode: • Why the Fed is sticking to a wait-and-see approach • What Powell said about inflation, tariffs, a...

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