IBKR Podcasts

In this episode, we dive into President Trump’s escalating attacks on the Federal Reserve, exploring the implications for interest rates, employment data, and the credibility of U.S. institutions. Rareview Capital's Neil Azous joins Andrew Wilkinson to unpack whether Powell, policy, and politics can coexist or if the Fed is facing a reckoning.

From Wall Street to the stadium, sports franchises have been outperforming the stock market and drawing investor attention. In this episode, NASDAQ’s Michael Normyle joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to break down whether owning a team could be the next big play for your portfolio.

As markets brace for possible Fed rate cuts following Jerome Powell’s Jackson Hole speech, investors are weighing whether easing can jumpstart struggling sectors like housing and manufacturing. Interactive Brokers' Senior Economist Jose Torres breaks down inflation trends, consumer confidence, and what a broader rally could mean for Wall Street.

In this episode, IBKR’s own Chief Market Strategist Steve Sosnick breaks down Jerome Powell’s latest Jackson Hole speech and what it could mean for September rate cuts, inflation targets, and market psychology.

Join Andrew Wilkinson and Kevin Davitt of Nasdaq as they unpack tech earnings, Nvidia’s AI gold rush, and what the Fed’s next move could mean for investors.

In this week’s midweek market update, Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman to break down the VIX’s sharp drop below 15 and what it could mean for investor sentiment. From retail earnings to the upcoming Jackson Hole symposium, they explore whether today’s market calm is a sign of stability—or the setup for a sudden shake-up.

In this special intern-led episode of the IBKR Podcast, our 2025 intern class sits down with Michael Penn of ASR Research to explore the growing financial implications of climate change. From tipping points and inflation to market pricing and central bank policy, the next generation tackles the biggest risks shaping tomorrow's markets.

In this episode, Yujun Lin of Interactive Brokers Singapore sits down with Ivan Han of SGX to explore why India’s markets are turning heads worldwide. From GIFT Nifty futures to rupee‑hedging strategies, discover whether India could be your portfolio’s next big play.

When President Trump fires the nation’s top jobs statistician, markets and analysts scramble to make sense of the shocking move. Chief Market Strategist Steve Sosnick joins Andrew Wilkinson to unpack the politics, the data, and what it all means for rates, markets, and the truth behind the numbers.

Equity analysts and economists are at odds — MBAs are calling for earnings acceleration, while PhDs warn of an economic slowdown. In this episode, Nasdaq’s Michael Normyle joins us to unpack the data, the drama, and what it all means for investors navigating tariffs, rate cuts, and market uncertainty.

Fund manager Alex Gunz joins host Andrew Wilkinson to explore why space is no longer just science fiction- it’s a booming frontier for data, defense, and investment. From plummeting launch costs to rising geopolitical tensions, they break down what’s driving the space economy and how investors can get a piece of the orbit.

Is the Fed flying too close to the flame? In this episode, Scott Bauer returns to break down market reactions to strong GDP data, meme stock madness, and whether rate policy is heading for a collision course.

Can prediction markets double as insurance against climate catastrophe? In this episode, Andrew Wilkinson and Patrick Brown of Interactive Brokers unpack how forecast contracts are reshaping risk management- where saying “yes” or “no” to a hurricane could mean millions on the line.

Markets are riding a tariff tightrope as traders weigh rising rates, inflation concerns, and looming trade pressures. Host Jeff Praissman talks with Scott Bauer, reporting live from the CBOE floor, about why volatility feels too calm- and what could make it snap.

The market keeps climbing despite headline shocks- tariffs, rate spats, and all. Kevin Davitt joins us to unpack why investors seem unfazed, and why Q2 earnings and tech giants like NVIDIA may be driving the real narrative.

Earnings season can spark sharp moves—but how much of it is predictable? Dmitry Pargamanik of Market Chameleon joins us to explore how traders can use historical options data to spot patterns, dodge outliers, and navigate the volatility around earnings announcements. 

Markets are hitting fresh highs, but is this a true breakout or just a tariff-fueled head fake? Joining us from the floor of the CBOE, Scott Bauer breaks down what's driving the rally- and whether it’s built to last.

While the market flirts with fresh highs, Fed officials seem more focused on auditioning for the next administration than cutting rates. Steve Sosnick joins Andrew Wilkinson to unpack the drama, from Powell's tightrope walk to the tariff threats hiding just offstage.