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  • #334
    Monday · 33 min

    How to Find the Market's Long-Term Winners

    Keith Fitz-Gerald explains why a small group of elite companies drives most long-term wealth creation. (1:30) - What Should Investors Expect From Nvidia Heading into Earnings? (7:00) - Breaking Down Palantir, CrowdStrike and Apple and Their Current Positioning (15:05) - Why Should You Believe In Elon Musk Companies? (18:30) - Can The AI Trade Continue Much Longer? (21:45) - Buy The Best And Ignore The Rest (25:50) - Fitz-Gerald Must Have Portfolio ETF and Options Overlay ETF: FITZ & FIZY (32:00) - Episode Roundup: NVDA, CRWD, PLTR, AAPL, TSLA, SPCX Podcast@zacks.com

  • #333
    August 10 · 28 min

    Is Now the Time to Invest in Bonds?

    We examine the investment case for fixed income in a shifting rate environment. (1:00) - Breaking Down The Economy and Upcoming Fed Meetings (5:15) - What Impact Will The High Debt Issuance By Hyperscalers Have On The Bond Market? (7:00) - Understanding The Current Concerns Within The Private Credit Market (9:00) - What Are CLOs and How Do They Work? (11:35) - Should Investors Have Fixed Income Within Their Stock Portfolio? (16:20) - What Is Tax Aware Investing? (18:30) - Where Should You Be Looking To Invest Right Now? (25:20) - Episode Roundup: SGOV, VBIL, PMMF, GMMF, TAXX, PCMM, XB, XCCC Podcast@zacks.com

  • #332
    August 3 · 25 min

    Photonics: The Next Big AI Investment Opportunity?

    As AI data centers push the limits of traditional networking, photonics is emerging as a key technology. (1:00) - What Is Photonics and It's Impact On AI? (6:10) - Where Should Investors Look For Photonic Investments? (11:45) - KraneShares Photonic and Optical ETF: LUMA (14:30) - KraneShares Public-Private AI & Technology ETF: AGIX (17:30) - KraneShares Global Humanoid Robotics and Physical AI Index ETF: KOID (23:20) - Episode Roundup: LITE, COHR, MRVL, EUV, FOTO, LAZR Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #331
    July 27 · 34 min

    What the Charts Are Saying About the Market Right Now

    CNBC's "Chart Master," Carter Worth, breaks down the charts behind the market and the WRTH ETF. (1:30) - What Should You Be Looking For On A Stock Chart? (9:50) - How To Approach Entry And Exit Points When Investing? (14:00) - What Are Charts Showing When In Comes To The Next Major Market Move? (17:25) - Where Should You Be Looking For Your AI Investments? (20:40) - Breaking Down Gold, Small Cap Stocks and The Most Important Chart Right Now? (23:25) - Worth Charting Options Income ETF: WRTH (31:50) - Episode Roundup: SOXX, MAGS, TSLA, GOOGL, AAPL, GLDM, IAUM Podcast@zacks.com

  • #330
    July 13 · 31 min

    What's Next for Small Caps After a Stellar First Half?

    We examine the investment case for small-cap stocks. (0:30) - Small-cap Investing: Where Should You Be Looking Right Now? (4:00) - How Did AI Help Push Small-cap Investments? (11:00) - Will Federal Interest Rates Impact Small-cap Investments? (21:30) - Where Can You Find AI Investments Right Now? (26:00) - Acuitas Small Cap Active ETF: AIMS (29:30) - Episode Roundup: AIMS, IWM, IJR, PSCT, BE, WULF, STRL, CRDO, MOD Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #329
    June 29 · 33 min

    Quantum Computing: The Next AI Investment Opportunity?

    We examine the investment case for quantum computing, which is moving from theory to reality. (0:45) - What Exactly Is Quantum Computing? (7:00) - What Industry Will Be Impacted The Most From Quantum Computing? (10:30) - AI vs Quantum Computing (14:20) - Which Tech Giant Will Benefit From Quantum Computing? (18:10) - Where Can You Find Pure Play Investments For Quantum Computing? (25:20) - What Impact Will Government Involvement Have On Quantum Computing? (28:35) - WisdomTree Quantum Computing Fund: WQTM (31:20) - Episode Roundup: IBM, MSFT, GOOGL, NVDA, RGTI, IONQ, QTUM Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #328
    June 22 · 28 min

    Beyond the Mag 7: Finding the Real Winners of the AI Boom

    We dive into the top-performing AI and Electrification ETFs. (1:30) - What Are Super Cycles And How Can You Invest In Them? (8:05) - VistaShares Artificial Intelligence Supercycle ETF: AIS (18:25) - VistaShares Electrification Supercycle ETF: POW (26:30) - Episode Roundup: MU, AMD, MRVL, POWL Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #327
    June 15 · 26 min

    Best ETF Ideas for the Rest of 2026

    We discuss the market outlook and investing strategies for the second half of 2026. (1:10) - Breaking Down The Current Market Turbulence (7:15) - How Should You Be Positioning Your Portfolio Right Now? (12:00) - Should You Consider Small Cap And Emerging Market Investments? (17:00) - Diversifying Your Portfolio By Investing Into Real Assets (20:35) - What Investments Should You Consider For Fixed Income? (23:30) - Episode Roundup: XAR, ITA, SPSM, SPEM, GLDM, IAUM Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #326
    June 2 · 22 min

    SpaceX IPO Frenzy: Inside the Hottest Space ETF

    We discuss the SpaceX IPO and the NASA ETF. (1:00) - Why Should Investors Care About The Space Economy? (4:20) - SpaceX IPO vs. SPV (9:45) - Will Tema Continue To Buy More SpaceX (15:00) - Tema Space Innovators ETF: NASA (18:20)- Tema Durable Quality ETF: TOLL (21:00) - Episode Roundup: RKLB, ASTS, FLY, PL Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #325
    May 26 · 32 min

    Invest in High-Quality Companies With Buyback & Dividend ETFs

    We discuss the case for buyback, dividend growth, and momentum strategies. (0:45) - Why Should Investors Care About Share Buybacks? (5:35) - ProShares S&P 500 Buyback Aristocrats ETF: BUYB (11:00) - ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF: NOBL (15:30) - Breaking Down The Current Market Valuations (21:10) - ProShares S&P Technology Dividend Aristocrats ETF: TDV (27:20) - ProShares Nasdaq-100 Dorsey Wright Momentum ETF: QQQA (31:00) - Episode Roundup: WDC, STX Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #324
    May 19 · 21 min

    Beyond NVIDIA: The Next Phase of the AI Investment Boom

    We discuss AI infrastructure, quantum computing, and modern warfare ETFs. (1:00) - Breaking Down Big Tech Earnings and The AI Trade (4:30) - Where Should You Be Looking To Invest Right Now? (8:00) - Defiance AI and Power Infrastructure ETF: AIPO (11:05) - Should You Consider Investing Into Quantum Computing? (13:50) - Defiance Quantum ETF: QTUM (17:00) - Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF: JEDI (19:20) - Episode Roundup: PWR, VRT, GEV, MU, INTC Podcast@Zacks.coom

  • #323
    May 4 · 25 min

    Smart Retirement Planning: Balancing Taxes, Risk, and Returns

    We discuss retirement investing, buffer ETFs, and inflation hedges. (1:00) - What Retirement Account Works Best For You? (5:40) - Should You Consider A Roth IRA Conversion? (8:50) - Do Buffer ETFs Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? (11:30) - Should You Be Using TIPS ETFs To Protect From Inflation? (14:40) - Is Now a good Time To Invest In Commodities? (16:30) - Should You Be Investing Into Municipal Bonds or High Yield Bond ETFs? (21:20) - Breaking Down The Current State of The AI Trade Right Now (23:20) - Episode Roundup: SPYM, VOO, IVV, VIG, DGRO, PDBC, MUB Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #322
    April 20 · 24 min

    Memory Mania, Mag 7 Rebound, & More

    We discuss red-hot memory stocks, the Mag 7 rebound, and some other interesting areas. (1:00) - What Is Behind The Recent Surge In Memory Stocks? (4:45) - How Will Google's New Approach Impact The Industry? (6:40) - Roundhill Memory ETF: DRAM (10:00) - Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF: MAGS (15:25) - Roundhill Meme Stock ETF: MEME (19:40) - What Themes Should Investors Be Watching Right Now? (22:30) - Episode Roundup: SNDK, MU, STX, WDC, CAR, BIRD, XDIV Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #321
    April 13 · 39 min

    Space Stocks Are Taking Off. Here's Why

    Space stocks are soaring thanks to NASA's Artemis mission, the SpaceX IPO, and more.Space stocks are soaring thanks to NASA's Artemis mission, the SpaceX IPO, and more. (1:20) - What Was The Significance of Artemis 2 For Investors? (7:00) - How Excited Should You Be For A SpaceX IPO? (12:45) - How Soon Can We Expect Data Centers In Space? (21:20) - Procure Space ETF: UFO (36:20) - Episode Roundup: SATS, RKLB, ARKX, MARS, NASA Podcast@zacks.com

  • #320
    April 6 · 32 min

    Are Energy Stocks and ETFs Still a Buy After the Rally?

    Energy led the market in Q1. Can the rally continue? (1:00) - What Should Investors Know About The Differences Between Brent and WTI? (5:10) - What Impact Will The War Have On Refinery Products? (8:15) - Breaking Down The Current Performance of Energy Subsectors (14:00) - How Long Could We Expect This War To Continue and What Impact Will It Have On Crude Oil Prices? (19:10) - Will We See More Investments Into U.S. Energy Companies? (22:30) - Where Should Investors Be Looking To Gain Exposure Within The Energy Industry Right Now? (29:35) - Episode Roundup: USO, XLE, VDE, XOP, OIH, AMLP, COAL Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #319
    March 23 · 24 min

    How BWET Became the Year's Top ETF, Up 350%

    Global shipping disruptions have sent this tiny ETF skyrocketing. (0:45) - What Is The Importance of The Strait of Hormuz and What Is The Impact of The Closure? (4:40) - Key Global Transportation Routes and Their Current Situations (8:15) - What Impact Has The War Had On Global Shipping Costs and How Does It Compare To The Pandemic (14:05) - Breaking Down Cargo Vessel Classes And How They Have Been Affected By The War (16:30) - Breakwave Tanker Shipping and Dry Bulk Shipping ETFs: BWET & BDRY (22:35) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@zacks.com

  • #318
    February 23 · 20 min

    Top Themes for 2026: AI, Defense, and Infrastructure

    BlackRock's Jay Jacobs discusses thematic investing ideas for 2026. (1:00) - Investing Into The Next Growth Cycle For AI (4:05) - What Are The Current Risks When Investing Into AI Right Now? (7:15) - What Should Investors Expect From The Current Volatility When Investing Into Cryptocurrencies? (10:05) - Themes To Watch When Looking To Diversify Your Portfolio In 2026 (17:45) - Episode Roundup: ARTY, BAI, POWR, ITA, IBIT Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #317
    February 9 · 27 min

    Can the Aerospace and Defense Rally Continue in 2026?

    We discuss the outlook for the sector following a strong rally. (1:00) - European Defense Industry: How Are NATO Alliances Funded? (10:10) - Middle East Dynamic: What Should Investors Expect? (13:45) - Navigating The Current Defense Industry: Where Should You Look To Invest? (21:20) - Gabelli Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF: GCAD (25:00) - Episode Roundup: GCAD, ITA, XAR, EUAD, SHLD Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #316
    February 3 · 36 min

    Smart Investing: How to Avoid Mistakes & Build Lasting Wealth

    LTCM co-founder Victor Haghani discusses a better approach to long-term investing. (1:10) - Lessons from the Collapse of Long-Term Capital Management (8:45) - The Missing Billionaires: A Guide To Better Financial Decisions (16:00) - Investing Games To Use And Learn' (29:50) - Should Investors Continue To Invest Into International Markets? (34:35) - Episode Roundup: ELM, VTI, SCHB, VWO Podcast@Zacks.com

  • #315
    January 26 · 28 min

    Why Investors Are Turning to Autocallable ETFs for Higher Income

    We discuss how autocallable ETFs work and how they should be used. (1:00) - What Exactly Is An Autocallable When It Comes To Investing? (7:15) - Should You Be Investing Into This Industry Right Now? (16:40) - What Is The Best Way To Gain Exposure To Autocallable Investing? (27:00) - Episode Roundup: CAIE, CAIQ Podcast@Zacks.com

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