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Episode 534: Neal and Toby chat about the jobs report set to come out Friday morning that should be able to paint a clearer picture of how the labor market is faring amid news of federal layoffs, government spending, and of course, tariffs. Then, the trade wars have spilled over in the alcohol section as Canada pulls American liquor off its shelves as Trump tariffs go into effect. Also, Intuitive Machines is attempting another moon landing but a toppled moon lander has put a damper on its mission. Meanwhile, Sweetgreen is adding fries to their menu and consulting firms are having to justify their work to the federal government. Finally, a roundup of the biggest headlines for the weekend! 

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Episode 533: Neal and Toby dive into what economists are saying about the markets fearing that a recession is near. Then, the Trump administration teased the possibility of cutting hundreds of federal leases that shocked the commercial real estate market. Plus, scientists have brought back the woolly…mice? Meanwhile, Neal shares his favorite numbers on concert tickets, Chinese marriage rates, and Dallas Maverick ticket prices. Lastly, final headlines to know.

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Episode 532: Neal and Toby cover the latest on tariffs concerning China, Mexico, and Canada all signaling their intent to hit back with tariffs of their own against the US. And CEOs warn tariffs will increase the price of everyday goods. Also, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick considers removing government spending from GDP. Meanwhile, Waymo is ready to hit the road in Austin, Texas as it plans to showcase its launch at SXSW. Lastly, a quick rundown of the headlines from the day.

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The Nasdaq-100 Index® includes the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq. An investment cannot be made directly into an index.

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Episode 531: Neal and Toby talk about the arrival of Trump’s sweeping 25% tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China that, many analysts believe, could cause prices to soar, especially cars. Then, the public rift between President Trump and Ukraine’s President Zelensky has caused an upswing of European defense stocks as the continent prepares for the worst. Also, chip maker TSMC announces a $100 billion investment on US plants to avoid tariffs. Meanwhile, Toby shares the trend of stuffed pizza crusts. Finally, a rundown of the headlines you need to know. 

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The Nasdaq-100 Index® includes the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq. An investment cannot be made directly into an index. 

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Episode 530: Neal’s back! Neal and Toby chat about Trump’s announcement of the first US strategic crypto reserve that caused crypto prices to spike. Then, a tense episode in the oval office has some wondering if that’s opened the possibility of companies returning to Russia. Plus, Skype is shutting down for good, says Microsoft. Meanwhile, the Oscars and a Chinese ice cream chain are the Weekend Winners. Finally, a preview of the week ahead.

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There are risks involved with investing in ETFs, including possible loss of money. ETFs are subject to risks similar to those of stocks. Investments focus in a particular sector, such as technology, are subject to greater risks and are more greatly impacted by market volatility, than more diversified investments.

The Nasdaq-100 Index® includes the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq. An investment cannot be made directly into an index. 

As of Feb. 7, 2025, the Invesco QQQ ETF held 8.68% in Apple Inc., 7.69% in Microsoft and 5.34% in Google. Holdings are subject to change and are not buy or sell recommendations. 

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Episode 529: Toby and Ann recap the latest news on Trump’s tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, why consumer confidence is so low, and why the job market may be showing some cracks.  Then, beloved game shows ‘Jeopardy!,’ and ‘Wheel of Fortune,’ may find a new home in the streaming world. Meanwhile, MrBeast is our Stock of the Week and Tesla is our Dog of the Week. Finally, worthy headlines to know heading into the weekend! 

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Episode 528: Toby and Ann recap Nvidia’s latest Q4 earnings that quelled the concerns of Wall Street after DeepSeek made its way into the scene. Phew. Then, Amazon unveils its new beefed up Alexa that’s taken the AI juice. Also, AppLovin is caught in the crosshairs of short sellers that have raised many eyebrows about its expansion strategy. Meanwhile, Toby and Ann share their favorite numbers on religion, the ‘null’ number, and Argentina soccer players. Finally, it’s a rundown of headlines to close out the day. 

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Episode 527: Toby and Ann dive into the deal reached between the US and Ukraine, where the US will jointly develop Ukraine’s key natural resources after some contentious negotiations. Then, two legacy retailers: Party CIty and Joann Fabrics close up shop, failing to keep up with the rise of ecommerce. Also, the FAA reached an agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink to upgrade its tech infrastructure, but the deal has some critics raising their eyebrows. Plus, PayPal wants to turn Venmo into the #1 payment app in the US. Finally, a recap of the biggest headlines from the day, 

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Episode 526: Toby and Ann discuss Apple’s latest announcement to invest $500B into US-based manufacturing and hiring 20,000 new jobs to bolster its AI efforts. Then, a study shows rich Americans are helping to power the US economy by continuing their spending habits while the rest are cutting back. Also, a major trial begins between Greenpeace and the company behind the Dakota Access Pipeline that could shift the landscape of the fossil fuel industry. Meanwhile, HBO’s ‘The White Lotus’ has had an impact on travel destinations such as Hawaii and Sicily. Will the same happen for Thailand? Finally, closing things out with a wrap of headlines. 

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Episode 525: Toby and Ann discuss Elon Musk’s email to all federal employees asking them to report their accomplishments otherwise face resignation and why some agencies are choosing to ignore the email. Then, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway reports another record strong quarter and publishes his famed annual letter that takes aim at the White House. Also, Ozempic and Wegovy are back on the shelves as the FDA reports they are no longer in a shortage in the US. Meanwhile, Conservative CDU/CSU Party leader Friedrich Merz and New York Yankee facial hair are the weekend’s winners. Finally, a look toward the Week Ahead! 

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