The W.I.P.

Jan 31 2025 100 ep. 10 mins 24
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The W.I.P. cracks into the week’s must know investment news. Hosted by Walter, new episodes are available every Friday.

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Big Tech’s Big Problem

Jan 31 2025 5 mins  
AI Startup DeepSeek is creating unease in markets. What should investors be worried about? The Fed met this week in their first meeting of 2025. Why did the Fed press the pause button on cutting rates? Finally, Big Tech released earnings this week. Who reported the good, the bad, and the ugly?

A Force For Good

Jan 24 2025 5 mins  
AI investment in the US could be ramping up. What is Stargate? Canada is in the tariff crosshairs. Why is our northern neighbor being targeted? Finally, this month’s question is about short sellers. How does Hindenburg Research closing down impact the investment world?

Time Up for TikTok?

Jan 17 2025 4 mins  
The biggest banks are reporting year end results. Why was last year a great moment for the giant’s of banking? The stocks prices of mortgage companies Fannie Mae and Freddie Mack have been on a tear. What is going on with the nations biggest lenders? Finally, TikTok’s US ban goes into effect on Sunday. How can the platform resist being blocked for good?

Mortgage Markup

Jan 10 2025 4 mins  
The Social Security Fairness Act will impact millions of people on Social Security. Who benefits from this new law? Fed officials are cooling on future rate cuts. Why are rates likely to hold steady for now? Finally, mortgage rates jumped this week. What is leading to higher financing costs to buy a home?

Season Four Preview

Jan 03 2025 1 mins  
This week we preview what is NEW on the pod in 2025.

2024 In Review

Dec 27 2024 4 mins  
This week we review the major investment stories of 2024. What moved the market this year? We also look ahead to 2025. Where is investment opportunity in the new year? Finally, the W.I.P. hit some major milestones this year!

Fed Uncertainty

Dec 20 2024 5 mins  
TikTok’s day of reckoning is approaching fast. What survival options does the popular App have? The US dollar is gaining strength. Who are the winner and losers from a surgingGreenback? Finally, the Fed released its economic projections for 2025. Where does the Fed see the economy headed next year?

Price Pressure

Dec 13 2024 5 mins  
Inflation is on a bump path. What were the highs and lows from this week’s CPI data? SpaceX is staying private for now. Why are some companies following this trend? Finally, we answer one of your questions.

Time To Pause?

Dec 06 2024 4 mins  
Sports gambling is booming right now. Who really wins from this phenomenon? Eli Lilly is continuing to invest big into weight loss. Why is the drugmaker ramping up production? Finally, the Federal Reserve’s final rate adjustment of 2024 takes place later this month. How will rates move when they meet?

Finding Balance

Nov 29 2024 5 mins  
Tariffs are a hot topic right now. How would tariffs affect your money? This week starts the busiest shopping period of the year. What are the latest Black Friday trends? The market has had great returns this year. Why is it time to rebalance?