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The Financial Exchange Show

The Financial Exchange Network

A talk radio show that provides comprehensive analysis on the economy and the latest breaking business news, while also providing insight on the markets and its impact on your personal finances.

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38:33

Wealth inequality is getting worse in the US

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/30

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss wealth inequality and the k-shaped economy are more striking than ever. How to protect assets if you failed to prepare. Why do things feel worse economically than 30 years ago? Florida is giving housing optimists reason to buzz again. Cape Cod potato chips is leaving Massachusetts. Paul LaMonica (Barron's) joins the show to chat about UnitedHealth's difficult week.

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38:32

Trump picks Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair. Is he the right...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/30

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Trump picking Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair. What do we know about Warsh's past with the Fed? Is he the right pick? Senator Tillis will oppose Trump Fed Chair pick Warsh until Powell probe resolved. Why does this matter? Apple posts blowout iPhone sales, but investors focus on higher costs. OpenAI plans fourth-quarter IPO in race to beat Anthropic to market.

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38:32

A weaker dollar has always been part of Trump's plan

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/29

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss brent crude hitting $71 a barrel as Trump ramps up Iran threats. A weaker dollar has always been part of Trump's plan. US companies are still slashing jobs to reverse pandemic hiring boom. Healthcare inflation can be a runaway train in retirement. What does 'responsible investing' even mean anymore?

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38:31

Will Powell remain at the Fed after his term as chair?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/29

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the Fed holding rates steady for the first time since July. Will Jerome Powell remain at the Fed after his term as chair concludes? Microsoft shares dive as data-center spending overshadows earnings surge. Meta reports record sales and massive spending hike on AI buildout. Tesla to invest $2B in Elon Musk's xAI and cancels two EV models.

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38:32

Does this bull market have room to run?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/28

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss the upcoming Fed meeting and rate cut decision and why what is happening at the Fed is crucial for the economy. Does this bull market have room to run? Is the AI bubble close to popping? Homebuyers are backing out of deals at the fastest pace in nearly a decade. The dollars sudden drop raises alarms.

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37:38

What is a dime without a penny?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/28

Chuck Zodda and Marc Fandetti discuss Amazon and UPS announcing massive layoffs and what this might point to in the broader economy. ASML soars to record high after blowout bookings and job cuts. China approves purchases of Nvidia's H200 chips. Todd Lutsky joins the show for his weekly segment, Ask Todd. This week, Todd explains long term care insurance.

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15:46

Ask Todd: Long Term Care Insurance Explained

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/28

This week, Todd Lutsky explains why so many people try to get on Medicaid, what to do if you waited till the last minute, why long term care insurance makes the process easier, and what separates the good insurers.

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38:32

How will Trump respond to the deal between India and...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/27

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss Big Tech's borrowing spree raising fears of AI risks in US bond market. All eyes are on Trump's reaction to the 'mother of all deals' between India and the EU. The dollar sinks to a 4-month low and gold soars past $5,000. Healthy 401(k)s need strong public markets. Zillow's best markets for home buyers in 2026. Is Elon Musk wrong about AI and retirement?

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38:31

Why did UnitedHealth's stock nosedive this morning?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/27

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss the Trump administration proposing to keep steady the rates Medicare pays insurers. UnitedHealth sees its first annual revenue drop in over 30 years. The Fed is set to pause rate cuts this week, with no clear path to resume cuts. Record debt in the world's richest nations threatens global growth. GM beats earnings expectations and boosts dividends by 20%. UPS is set to cut 30,000 jobs this year.

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38:33

Is the middle-class lifestyle drifting out of reach?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/26

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Michael Burry saying Japanese yen recovery is a risk to US stocks. Voters see a middle-class lifestyle as drifting out of reach. Longing to stop working? Retiring early might not be the answer. Why people still matter in the AI era. Meme stocks turn five. Will there be another GameStop?

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38:32

What are the real reasons gold has surged pass $5,000...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/26

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss how the massive storm could impact the economy. Big Tech earnings land with 2026's AI winners still in question. Powell's term as Fed Chair ends soon. Do his words carry more weight than ever? Why has gold surged past $5,000 per ounce. Trump threatens new tariffs on Canada over China. Low rates sound great. But a Trump Fed could cause a painful 'sugar high'.

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38:33

Can the grid handle the upcoming winter storm?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/23

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the upcoming storm posing a big threat to power grids across the US. TikTok seals deal to operate in the US after years of drama. With child care bills averaging $26,000 NYC tries a free program for toddlers. Paul LaMonica (Barron's) joins the show to chat about transportation stocks leading the rally and what that could mean down the line.

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38:33

Intel shares slide as costs pile up

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/23

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the major themes dominating markets over the previous three months. Intel shares slide as costs pile up in a bid to meet AI demand. China tells Alibaba and other tech firms to ready Nvidia H200 orders. CEOs wary of a jittery US consumer as global tensions intensify. How banks can appease Trump on credit card rates. Wall Street braced for a private credit meltdown.

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38:32

Garbage stocks are on fire again

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/22

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the uproar over affordability is coming for insurers. Why are global bond markets are more prone to flash crashes. Should raiding your 401(k) to buy a house be an option? Garbage stocks are on fire again. Colleges are letting AI bots help make decisions on who to admit.

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38:32

If the US falters as the economic leader, who will...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/22

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss stocks rallying after Trump announces framework for Greenland deal. If the US loses its spot at the top, who takes its place? PCE inflation meets expectations. Fed is likely to hold rates steady next week. Trump warns Powell won't be 'very happy' if he stays on at the Fed. Procter and Gamble rises following assurances US sales are bouncing back. Gov. Healey says Massachusetts will shave $180M from residents' electric bills in bid to ease rising energy

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38:30

Is Netflix spending its way into big trouble?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/21

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss Netflix shares sliding as spending mounts amid Warner Brothers deal. United projects higher profit, boosted by bigger-spending travelers. CEOs say AI is making work more efficient. Employers tell a different story. Many retirees don't have enough cash on hand. Many Americans are going a whole month without buying anything. Why Elon Musk is racing to take SpaceX public.

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37:40

Is America's place in the World Economic Order in...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/21

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss the ongoing Greenland clash risks undermining America's place in the world economic order. Would a stock slump cripple the US economy? Todd Lutsky joins the show for his weekly exploration of estate planning. This week, Todd explains the five-year lookback period.

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15:48

Ask Todd: What is the five year look back period?

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/21

This week, Todd Lutsky explains what the five-year look back period is and why it matters to you when you are setting up your estate plan. Todd also takes questions from listeners about owning land in a different state from your primary residence and what happens if you move out of state during the look back period.

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38:33

Would any of Trump's ideas to lower housing costs...

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/20

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss Trump taking on housing costs. Will his ideas help? The Supreme Court will decide if Fed independence has any legal teeth. How to prevent aging parents and relatives from making financial mistakes. Go ahead and resent boomers, but do it for the right reasons. AI answering systems are 'saving the day' for New England pizzerias.

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38:33

What a break with Europe means for the American economy

The Financial Exchange Show ·

2026/01/20

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss what a break with Europe means for the American economy. A recent study found that Americans are the ones paying for tariffs. Soaring electricity costs are no a hot political issue. CEOs are blaming choicefullness as to why their products are not selling. Can a $1,700 espresso machine help Walmart challenge Amazon?

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