A Buyback Ban, the Copper Crunch, and Where the Jobs Aren't 1/8/26

President Trump directs GSEs to buy $200B in mortgage bonds, will it help lower rates? Oil Executives meet at the White House to discuss what’s next in Venezuela. Plus, Meta’s big bet on nuclear power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

President Trump proposing new restrictions on corporate landlords and defense companies. S&P Global sees a copper shortage in the near-future. Plus, the structural shift happening in the labor market. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A bearish strategist emerges as the Dow and S&P 500 both hit record highs. Memory chips are on a tear as Nvidia's CEO calls it a "completely underserved market." Plus, defense climbs to an all-time high amid geopolitical tensions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The VanEck Semiconductor ETF hits its third straight all-time high. Why the “death of crypto” was greatly exaggerated. How Google might be undercutting the robotics part of Tesla’s valuation case. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Following the U.S. military strike in Venezuela, we break down the effects on stocks, geopolitics and oil prices. AI takes center stage as the Consumer Electronics Show kicks off in Las Vegas. Plus, Goldman Sachs issues a bullish call on a crypto company. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A decline in Tesla deliveries allows a rival to become the world's top EV seller. Furniture stocks surge after President Trump delays a tariff hike. Plus, will the Dow stocks with the highest dividend yields continue to outperform in 2026? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As 2025 wraps, we break down the year's top market drivers. Biotech deals dominated the sector, will the M&A momentum continue in 2026? Plus, it's the end of an era for Berkshire Hathaway as Warren Buffett steps down. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

International markets are having a strong year, with most beating the S&P 500. Meta buys another AI startup. Plus, consumers turn to experiences over products. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mag 7 is no longer a monolith. Bitcoin has pulled back 30 percent since hitting an all-time high in October, will it continue to slide? Plus, a key housing metric hits the highest level in nearly three years. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Nvidia strikes a $20B deal with Groq. China imposes sanctions on 20 U.S. defense-related companies. Plus, as holiday shopping wraps up, returns are just beginning. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.