Zhang Financial Podcast
By: Charles and Lynn Zhang
Language: en-us
Categories: Business, Investing, Careers, Management
Every week, Charles Zhang (the #1 ranked independent advisor in the nation*), Lynn Chen-Zhang (CEO of Zhang Financial, one of nation’s Top Ranked Registered Investment Advisors**), and members of the Zhang Financial team will guide you through the weekly market outlook, interview the brightest minds in finance and wealth management, and provide insights into all aspects of financial success. Tune into each episode to unpack valuable insight into the financial planning world from the perspective of the finance industry’s leading figures. For more information, please visit ZhangFinancial.com*As reported in Barron’s March 12, 2021. Based on assets under management, revenu...
Episodes
Fed Delivers Third Rate Cut | Market Outlook : 12/15/25
Dec 15, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob outlines a week that, while not containing much economic news, saw an expected interest rate cut of 0.25% by the Federal Reserve. However, the decision to cut rates was not unanimous, with various Fed voices arguing for both steeper cuts as well as no cut at all. The S&P 500 fell 0.6%, dragged down by growth stocks (the NASDAQ alone was down 1.6%).
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Fed Third Rate Cut Expected | Market Outlook : 12/08/25
Dec 08, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob covers a week that showed positive signs, both in economic data and in market performance. Initial jobless claims as well as consumer sentiment came in better than expected, and markets are pricing in a 90% probability of a third interest rate cut later this week by the Federal Reserve. Both US and international markets rose on the news, with the S&P now +18.22% YTD
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Markets Surge Amid Encouraging Data | Market Outlook : 12/01/25
Dec 01, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob reviews a week of mostly positive data, with initial jobless claims coming in much better than expected as well as an 87% probability of a third rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Markets reacted to the news, with the S&P climbing 3.7% over the week, now up 17.81% YTD. However, international markets have still outperformed in 2025, with Ex-US Developed markets +28% YTD and Emerging Markets +29.7% YTD.
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Markets Fall Despite Earnings and Fed Commentary | Market Outlook : 11/24/25
Nov 24, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob covers the previous week's economic activity as well as how markets reacted. Odds of an interest rate cut in December climbed from 42% to 76% after commentary by a Federal Reserve official. Nvidia also beat quarterly earnings estimates, quelling some fears of an AI bubble. Despite these developments, markets sank, with the S&P falling nearly 2% throughout the week.
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Government Reopens, Data to Resume | Market Outlook : 11/17/25
Nov 17, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob shares the latest from around the economy as the US Federal Government shutdown has officially ended. Q3 GDP forecasts remain strong at +4.0%, but the odds of another rate cut by the Federal Reserve in December continue to fall. All eyes will be on the first data release since the shutdown was lifted, with September non-farm payrolls to be announced this Thursday, 11/20.
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Markets Fall as Government Shutdown Continues | Market Outlook : 11/10/25
Nov 10, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob outlines last week's economic figures still being reported, despite the ongoing US Government shutdown. Employment change data courtesy of ADP came in below expectations but was still positive, and the Atlanta Federal Reserve now projects Q3 2025 GDP to be +4.0%. Despite this forecast and ongoing reporting beats by S&P 500 companies, markets were negative last week.
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Federal Reserve Cuts Interest Rates | Market Outlook: 11/3/25
Nov 03, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob covers a mixed week of market returns, with the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points, and the US Federal Government remaining shutdown. One more rate cut by the Fed in 2025 has become uncertain, but additional cuts in 2026 remain likely. The S&P and Dow Jones Indexes gained 0.72% and 0.75%, respectively over the course of last week.
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A One Big Beautiful Whodunit | Zhang Financial Podcast 10.29.2025
Oct 29, 2025This week on the Zhang Financial Podcast, Eric Bird, Vice President of Tax, is giving you a “clue” to the One Big Beautiful Bill. In this episode, Eric walks through six key “suspects” that could help you save money along with a few red herrings to watch out for if they’re not the right fit for your financial situation.
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Outlook Positive Despite Government Shutdown | Market Outlook : 10/20/25
Oct 20, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob covers an overall positive week despite the ongoing shutdown at the US Federal Government (and subsequent lack of data). The Atlanta Federal Reserve raised their Q3 GDP estimate to +3.9%, and the S&P gained 1.7% over the course of the week. Earnings forecasts for S&P companies also rose, with another 2 rate cuts anticipated by the Fed in 2025; additional cuts in 2026 are likely as well.
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Mixed Signals & More Volatility | Market Outlook : 10/13/25
Oct 13, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob details a week that contained mix signals. The US Government shutdown continues, employment data from ADP shows a slowing labor market, and consumer sentiment was down slightly. However, GDP appears strong and consumer spending has remained solid. Markets were positive until Friday, when a stark drop off occurred amid a reignition of US/China trade tensions.
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Markets Shrug Off Government Shutdown | Market Outlook : 10/06/25
Oct 06, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook, Rob outlines a week of incomplete data, as the US Federal Government Shutdown has pressed pause on some stats being released. Despite the shutdown and cooling labor markets, equities rose in the US and abroad : the S&P 500 is now +15.3% YTD, and International Developed indexes have risen +24.5% YTD.
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Equities Rise as Fed Cuts Rates | Market Outlook : 09/22/25
Sep 22, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook podcast, Rob details a week of positive economic data, with retail sales and initial jobless claims coming in better than expected. The big event of the week was the Federal Reserve meeting, in which interest rates were lowered 0.25% (as expected). The S&P rose 1.25% and is now +14.4% YTD. While strong, it still trails international markets, which have seen +22.2% growth in 2025.
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Economic Data Mixed As Fed Meets This Week | Market Outlook : 09/15/25
Sep 15, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook podcast, Rob covers a mixed bag of economic data from last week : PPI and core PPI were favorable, yet initial jobless claims came in above expectations. Additionally, an incongruence exists between consumer sentiment and actual consumer spending. These data points will factor into the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, to be announced Wednesday, with a cut of 0.25-0.5% expected.
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Markets Quiet Ahead of September Fed Meeting | Market Outlook : 09/02/25
Sep 02, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob recaps a relatively stable week of market movement in the US, while international markets dipped slightly. Pricing reflects a 90% probability of an interest rate cut in September by the Federal Reserve, while the Atlanta Fed raised their Q3 GDP forecast from +2.3% to +3.5%.
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Powell Speech Buoys Markets | Market Outlook : 08/25/25
Aug 25, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the market's upswing on Friday 08/22 after Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell seemed to indicate a forthcoming interest rate cut in September. The positivity brought the S&P 500 to +0.3% for the week, driven largely by companies outside the Magnificent 7. Elsewhere, the Atlanta Federal Reserve is projecting +2.3% GDP growth for Q3 2025.
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Market Outlook | Stocks React to Inflationary Data: Week of 08/18/25
Aug 18, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob breaks down a packed week of key inflationary data and economic releases. While inflation readings were mixed, consumer confidence came in slightly lower than expectations, hinting at potential uncertainty. Despite that, equities rose in the US and abroad, with small caps leading the charge. The Russell 2000 surged +3.12% return, the S&P 500 rose 0.99%, and the World ex US index climbed 2.00% over the week.
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Strong Earnings Lift Markets | Market Outlook : Week of 08/11/25
Aug 11, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob outlines a week that released little economic data but contained robust corporate earnings. 90% of S&P 500 companies have now reported Q2 earnings, with 81% of them exceeding revenue expectations. Equities rose in the US and abroad as a result : the S&P 500 was up 2.44%, and the World ex US index climbed 2.85% over the week.
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Friday Labor Numbers Spook Markets | Market Outlook : Week of 08/04/25
Aug 04, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers last week's release of market data : Despite Q2 GDP growing by 3%, new nonfarm payrolls and revised figures for previous months dragged markets down on Friday. Elsewhere, the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady.
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S&P 500 Rises as Earnings Loom | Market Outlook : Week of 07/21/25
Jul 21, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob outlines a positive week for markets overall, led by inflation data coming in better than expected. The S&P 500 climbed 0.6% and is now up 7.8% YTD. These returns will be tested this upcoming week, with over 20% of the S&P 500 due to report Q2 earnings results.
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Markets Calm Ahead of Busy Week | Market Outlook : Week of 07/15/25
Jul 15, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers a quieter week in the markets, with the S&P 500 and ex-US Developed Index down 0.3% and 0.2%, respectively. This week, data on inflation, initial jobless claims, and consumer confidence will all be released
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Markets Close Q2 On High, and Trump Signs Tax Bill | Market Outlook : Week of 07/07/25
Jul 07, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob details the favorable economic data that came out last week, leading US equities to rise 1.75%. Additionally, President Trump signed the 'Big Beautiful Bill' on Friday, solidifying a number of current tax policies as well as implementing a host of new ones
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Both Equities and Fixed Income Rise | Market Outlook : Week of 07/01/25
Jul 01, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers a strong week for both stocks and bonds, with the S&P 500 advancing 3.5%, led by growth stocks. Developed international markets rose 2.9%, and the Bloomberg Aggregate Bond Index is now up 3.7% YTD.
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available i...
US Flat While International Sinks | Market Outlook : Week of 06/23/25
Jun 23, 2025In this week's Zhang Financial Market Outlook Podcast, Rob expounds on the events of last week, as retail sales slightly missed targets, and initial jobless claims came in as expected. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady again and currently predicts Q2 2025 GDP growth of 3.4%. In the markets, US equities were mostly flat, while international developed ex-US markets tumbled 1.4% for the week.
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Israel and Iran Drag On Returns | Market Outlook : Week of 06/16/25
Jun 16, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers an overall positive week of economic indicators; however, markets were slightly down for the week as conflicts escalated between Israel and Iran
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to b...
Markets Rebound Despite Mixed Figures | Market Outlook : Week of 06/09/25
Jun 09, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob recaps the slightly negative economic data that came out of the US last week. However, markets were still positive, with the S&P 500 gaining 1.6%, now up 2.6% YTD. However, Ex-US indices are over 15% positive this year, and emerging markets have gained close to 10%. The Federal Reserve meets next week, with a strong consensus expectation of no rate change.
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Economic Recap: Where Are We, and Where Are We Going
Jun 03, 2025In this week's Market Outlook podcast, Rob takes a step back and reviews the US economy as a whole, detailing both positive and negative attributes prevalent at this time.
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third party sources believed to be...
S&P Back To Positive YTD | Market Outlook : Week of 05/19/25
May 27, 2025In today's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob recaps a strong week for US equities: the S&P rose 5.5%, ending in the green YTD for the first time since February. This rise was supported by inflation figures, both CPI and PPI, coming in better than expected. And despite consumer sentiment still lagging, retail sales continue to hold steady.
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Markets Waver as Tariff Threat Resurfaces | Market Outlook : Week of 05/27/25
May 27, 2025Despite an initial recovery, US equities sank on the potential of a 50% tariff on the EU; the S&P ended down 2.68% for the week. Looking forward, the Atlanta Federal Reserve is forecasting 2.4% GDP growth in Q2, and no rate cuts are expected at the June Federal Reserve Meeting
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Markets Surge as US & China Reach Initial Trade Deal | Market Outlook : Week of 05/12/25
May 12, 2025In today's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the breaking news from the weekend that the US and China have come to a temporary agreement on tariffs; as a result, equities rose early Monday 05/12. Elsewhere, the new GDP forecast for Q2 2025 by the Atlanta Federal Reserve came in at +2.3% as rate cut expectations have been pushed out due to better than expected economic growth.
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Markets Rise on Varied Economic Data | Market Outlook : 05/05/25
May 05, 2025In today's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob outlines a full week of economic updates, which came in extremely mixed. One of the biggest data points was Q1 2025 GDP coming in at -0.3%, due in a large part to imports rising 40% YoY. Equity markets worldwide rose over the week as fixed income fell slightly. Despite all the volatility, the S&P 500 has returned -2.91% YTD.
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Markets Rise as Tech Leads Rebound | Market Outlook : Week of 04/29/25
Apr 29, 2025You can watch this weeks episode on:
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other third...
US Markets Lag International, but Economy Shows Resilience | Market Outlook : 04/21/25
Apr 21, 2025In today's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob details another down week for US equities, with the S&P 500 falling 1.5%. Value continues to outperform growth year-to-date, and international markets continue to outperform the US. However, initial jobless claims beat expectations, and retail sales came in just under what was expected.
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A Volatile (But Green) Week for Markets | Market Outlook : 04/14/25
Apr 14, 2025In today's Market Outlook, Rob covers another highly up-and-down week for the markets, but one that ended positively for equities. Last week alone, the S&P 500 gained 5.7% while the NASDAQ was up 7.3%. This was largely due to losses in fixed income, as investors who left equities a few weeks ago came rushing back.
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The New Tariff Wave: Implications for Market and Ecomomic Outlook | April 4, 2025
Apr 04, 2025You can watch this weeks episode on:
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other...
Economic Data Mixed, Yet Markets Decline | Market Outlook : Week of 03/31/25
Mar 31, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob outlines a solid week of economic data releases, with personal income in particular beating expectations. The markets, however, reacted poorly across the board. In particular, growth performed worse than value in US markets.
You can watch this weeks episode on:
YouTube at https://youtu.be/7Wz3QvtWE5I
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Markets Break Losing Streak as Economic Data Meets Expectations | Market Outlook : Week of 03/25/25
Mar 25, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the lack of a "smoking gun" that would indicate a large looming recession. Additionally, US markets snapped a 4-week negative streak; however, international markets have still outperformed the US by over 10% YTD.
You can watch this weeks episode on:
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Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16809516
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Markets Fall Despite Tolerable Economic Releases | Market Outlook : Week of 03/17/25
Mar 17, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob outlines the past week of data releases and performance : Markets sank across the board as consumer confidence came in well below expectations. However, job openings and inflation data met or beat anticipated levels; the US Federal Reserve meets this week, and no change to interest rates is expected.
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Volatility Hits Markets as GDP Estimates Fall | Market Outlook : Week of 03/03/25
Mar 11, 2025You can watch this weeks episode on:
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Volatility Hits Markets as GDP Estimates Fall | Market Outlook : Week of 03/03/25
Mar 03, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob reviews the past week of economic releases, including retail sales ex-auto and the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index missing by a wide margin. Markets reacted negatively, and the US continues to trail World ex-US returns YTD.
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Consumer Sentiment Falls, and Markets Follow | Market Outlook : Week of 02/24/25
Feb 24, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob reviews the past week of economic releases, including retail sales ex-auto and the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index missing by a wide margin. Markets reacted negatively, and the US continues to trail World ex-US returns YTD.
You can watch this weeks episode on:
YouTube at https://youtu.be/BdFe7zcdvDI
Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16686248
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Mixed Economic Data, GDP Projections, and the S&P Wavers | Market Outlook : Week of 02/10/25
Feb 12, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob reviews the mixed past week of economic data releases, which, at the end of the day, have the Atlanta Federal Reserve holding its Q1 2025 GDP growth projection steady at 2.9%. Despite S&P 500 companies continuing to meet or exceed earnings expectations, the index was down 0.2% for the week.
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Federal Reserve Halts Rate Hikes, and Deepseek Spooks Markets | Market Outlook : Week of 02/03/25
Feb 03, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data releases, including inflation meeting expectations and projected US Q1 GDP growth of 2.9%. The S&P 500 was down 1% for the week, with Nvidia alone down 16% after Chinese AI company Deepseek released a ChatGPT alternative.
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Earnings Deliver So Far as Federal Reserve Meeting Ahead | Market Outlook : Week of 01/27/25
Jan 27, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob recaps a strong week of market performance as companies begin to report Q4 2024 Earnings. Upcoming this week, over 20% of the S&P 500 members will publish Q4 results, and the Federal Reserve meets on Tuesday and Wednesday; the consensus expectation is no change in interest rates.
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Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16514232
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Good News is Bad News | Market Outlook : Week of 01/13/25
Jan 13, 2025In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob recaps the swath of economic data that beat expectations last week, including unemployment rate, jobless claims, and nonfarm payrolls. In response, investors raised inflation expectations, and markets reacted negatively.
You can watch this weeks episode on:
YouTube at https://youtu.be/fudB1LttdC4
Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16431916
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2024 Recap and Looking to 2025 | Market Outlook : Week of 01/06/25
Jan 06, 2025You can watch this weeks episode on:
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Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16392909
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers can only be made where lawful under applicable law. These materials have been prepared and derived on the basis of publicly available information, internally developed data and other...
Mixed Economic Data as Markets Close Out 2024 | Market Outlook : Week of 12/30/24.
Dec 30, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob details last week's mixed to slightly weak economic data released, and market responses. US markets are poised to finish another positive year.
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YouTube at https://youtu.be/QpQ9Yh5F2Ac
Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16359285
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Inflation Data Disappoints as Fed Meeting Arrives | Market Outlook : Week of 12/16/24
Dec 17, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data released, including inflation metrics coming in worse than expected. Equity and bond markets were down, with fixed income in particular reacting negatively. The Federal Reserve meets this week, with a 97% chance that interest rates will be cut again.
You can watch this weeks episode on:
YouTube at https://youtu.be/H209DCDY7ls
Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16293995
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Latest Economic Indicators Keep Markets Positive | Market Outlook : Week of 12/10
Dec 10, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data released, including both jobs numbers and consumer sentiment beating expectations. GDP and inflation expectations remained constant moving forward, and the market is anticipating another rate cut by the Federal Reserve next week.
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YouTube at https://youtu.be/ZIk8KVaJI7o
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Markets Power Through Mixed Data and New Jobs Numbers Upcoming | Market Outlook : Week of 12/03
Dec 03, 2024You can watch this weeks episode on:
YouTube at https://youtu.be/OmKWGlPUDMc
Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16173501
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Small Cap Growth Leads US Markets while Rate Cut Probability Dwindles | Market Outlook : Week of 11/25.
Nov 25, 2024In this week's Market Outlook, Rob covers a mixed week of economic data released, plus the falling probability of a third rate cut by the Federal Reserve. Small Cap Growth led a positive market reaction in the US, while international markets stayed roughly flat over the week.
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Inflation Lands as Expected but Markets Cool Off | Market Outlook : Week of 11/18
Nov 18, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers inflation results from last week landing consistent with predictions and better-than-expected retail sales. However, with a slight slowdown in the timing of expected rate cuts, the market dropped last week. Up ahead, a light week of data releases, including home sales and the Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index.
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Markets Ignore Fed Rate Cut, Soar as Election Results Drive Returns | Market Outlook : Week of 11/11
Nov 12, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers how most economic data released last week was ignored by markets. Returns were incredibly strong as markets digested the results of the US Presidential Election.
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Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/16092709
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Markets Drop as Mixed Signals on GDP, Inflation, and Jobs
Nov 05, 2024You can watch this weeks episode on:
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Inflation, Nonfarm Payrolls, and Unemployment Numbers Ahead | Market Outlook : Week of 10/28
Oct 28, 2024In the latest Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the past week of economic data and the market's negative reaction. Upcoming releases include inflation, nonfarm payrolls, and unemployment rate.
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Inflation and Unemployment Worse than Expected, but Markets Rise | Market Outlook : Week of 10/14/24
Oct 14, 2024In the latest Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers lower-than-expected economic data released last week; interestingly, it was met with positive market performance.
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Buzzsprout at https://www.buzzsprout.com/2021410/episodes/15885231
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Nonfarm Employment Spikes, but More to Consider| Market Outlook : Week of 10/07
Oct 07, 2024In the latest Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the much higher-than-expected nonfarm payroll employment data, additional context behind the numbers, and how markets responded.
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YouTube at https://youtu.be/kI5vwXZc0rs
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Positive Data but Muted Market Response | Market Outlook : Week of 09/30
Sep 30, 2024You can watch this weeks episode on:
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Zhang Financial Weekly Market Outlook with Rob McDougall - Monday, August 26th
Sep 25, 2024In this week’s Market Outlook podcast, Rob discusses Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech in Jackson Hole, WY as well as the downward revision of nonfarm payroll employment numbers. Additionally, we cover last week’s economic data as well as the market’s positive reaction.
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Fed Cuts by 50 Basis Points + More Data Yet to Come | Market Outlook : Week of 09/23
Sep 23, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob discusses the Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates by 50 basis points, as well as the probability of additional cuts in 2024. Finally, he covers last week's strong reporting of economic data, plus what we can expect to be released this week.
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Markets Bounce Back and the Fed Decision Arrives
Sep 16, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob covers the strong rebound in the US Equity and Fixed Income Markets, and how all eyes are on the Federal Reserve Meeting announcement this upcoming Wednesday.
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Value Outperforming Growth + The Fed's Upcoming Rate Decisions | Market Outlook: Week of 09/03
Sep 03, 2024In this week's Market Outlook Podcast, Rob discusses newly-released economic data, shifting expectations on the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decisions, and how market gains continue to spread beyond the Magnificent 7.
Duration: 00:07:16Last Week's Inflation Data and the Market's Reaction | Market Outlook: Week of 8/19
Aug 19, 2024In this episode, Rob covers last week's economic data, as well as the market's reaction to the news. As well, there are also important shifts in expectations for the Fed Funds Rate since last week. Finally, we preview a pretty light week ahead and a wildcard event for investors to look out for.
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Equity Market Stabilization - Week of 8/12/2024
Aug 13, 2024In this weeks episode, Rob discusses equity market stabalization.
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Current Economic Data and the Impact on the Stock Market
Aug 06, 2024This week, Rob briefly recaps the prior three weeks and the impact it has had on the overall market. We look at what has happens historically during times of volatility.
Duration: 00:17:07Inflation Data, Q2 GDP, and Next Week's Labor Data | Market Outlook: Week of 7/29
Jul 30, 2024This week, Rob briefly recaps some important news coming out of last week and reviews Q2 GDP data. We also take a closer look at the market's reaction, notably the Magnificent Seven and its impact on the S&P 500 index. Finally, we preview some important labor data, highlighting the differentials in Initial Claims and Non-Farm Payroll data.
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Inflation-Dominated Updates + Shifting Fed Funds Rate Expectations | Market Outlook: Week of 7/15
Jul 16, 2024In this episode, Rob walks us through important updates to inflation, including last weeks CPI and PPI numbers. As well, we review the market's positive reaction to the news, as well as adjusted Fed Funds Rate expectations for September and End of Year timelines. Finally, we preview this week's data releases, including Retail Sales and housing-related data.
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Establishment vs. Household Differential + Upcoming S&P Earnings | Market Outlook: Week of 7/8
Jul 09, 2024This week, Rob walks us through last week's important labor statistics, such as Nonfarm Payrolls and Initial Claims. He also highlights the differential between Establishment and Household numbers for labor statistics. As well, we review the market's strong performance, as well as preview important market event for the upcoming week.
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Positive News Last Week + Upcoming Employment Data | Market Outlook: Week of 7/1
Jul 02, 2024In this episode, Rob walks us through last weeks data, including important inflation indicators, which markets did not react as strongly on. As well, we cover employment, which could point to a slow down as a result of raised interest rates, and preview data incoming next week that can further speak to this trend.
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Last Week's Mixed Bag + Next Week's Hopeful Inflation News | Market Outlook: Week of 6/24
Jun 24, 2024This week, Rob reviews last week's economic data, which include Retail Sales and refreshed GDP estimates. We observe the market's reaction, as well as preview next week's PCE, Core PCE, and Personal Income/Spending statistics.
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Last Week's Employment Numbers + CPI/PPI Next Week | Market Outlook: Week of 6/10
Jun 10, 2024This week, Rob walks us through last week's employment numbers, as well as the enterprise/household discrepancies in the economic data. As well, we briefly review the market's reaction to the news, as well as preview important inflation numbers for next week.
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Last Week's GDP Estimate + Upcoming Inflation Numbers | Market Outlook: Week of 5/28
May 29, 2024In this episode, Rob walks us through last week's economic data, including an updated Atlanta Federal Reserve Estimate, as well as taking a closer look at the S&P 500's EPS beats. As well, we preview PCE and PCE Core, as they contribute towards inflation/interest rate discussions.
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CPI & PPI Releases + Market Performance This Past Week | Market Outlook: Week of 5/20
May 21, 2024This week, Rob walks us through notable economic releases last week, including CPI / PPI that speak to the current state of inflation. As well, we review the market's performance and preview upcoming economic indicators for next week such as New Home Sales and Initial Claims.
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Upcoming CPI, PPI, Retail Sales, and More | Market Outlook: Week of 5/13
May 14, 2024This week, Rob walks us through the light number of releases last week, but nevertheless important for topics such as potential rate cuts. As well, we review the market's performance, as well as preview important inflation-related data for next week.
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What Investors Are Looking For In The Market + Recapping Last Week | Market Outlook: Week of 5/7
May 07, 2024In this episode, Rob walks us through the different ingredients investors are weighting, including GDP growth, interest rates/inflation, as well as corporate earnings. As well, we recap the market's performance and preview the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment index being released this week.
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Last Week's GDP Number + Inflation Data (PCE/Core PCE) | Market Outlook: Week of 4/29
May 01, 2024In this week's Market Outlook, Rob walks us through the first quarter GDP growth number and how to best interpret the figure. Additionally, we review last week's inflation data and review the market's performance. Finally, we preview next week's economic releases and events such as the Federal Reserve Meeting.
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Updated to FFR Expectations + Next Week's Inflation Data | Market Outlook: Week of 4/22
Apr 23, 2024This week, Rob walks us through important data that speaks to updated Fed Funds Rate expectations and the market's performance. As well, we preview earnings season and notable economic data releases such as PCE / PCE Core.
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Last Week's CPI, Core CPI, PPI , and Core PPI + Housing Next week | Market Outlook: Week of 4/15
Apr 16, 2024In this week's Market Outlook, Rob walks us through last week's economic data, which consisted of disappointing CPI but expected PPI outcomes. We also dive deeper into the driving factors behind this economic data. As well, we review the market's reaction and preview next weeks economic data, including Housing Starts and New Home Sales.
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PCE, PCE Core, and Important Upcoming Labor Data | Market Outlook: Week of 4/2
Apr 02, 2024In this episode of the Market Outlook, Rob reviews last week's important economic releases, notably ones from last Friday regarding PCE and PCE Core. We also take a closer look at this metric's revisions and how the market reacted to the news. Finally we preview this upcoming week's data that includes ISM Manufacturing and Service indexes and labor data.
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Last Week's Fed Meeting, Housing Data, and Markets' Reaction | Market Outlook: Week of 3/25
Mar 26, 2024In this episode of the Market Outlook, Rob takes a closer look Housing Data from last week, as well as the more market-moving information coming out of the Fed Meeting. Additionally, we look at the Markets' reaction to the news and briefly preview next week's releases of PCE, PCE Core, Personal Spending, and Personal Income.
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Important Inflation Data, Market Reaction, and FFR Expectations | Market Outlook: Week of 3/18
Mar 19, 2024This week, Rob takes a closer look at important inflation data, including Core CPI, CPI, Core PPI and PPI. Additionally, we review some updated probabilities for Fed Funds Rates and see how both GDP expectations and the markets reacted to this information. Finally, we preview next week's light release of economic data including housing and labor statistics.
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A Closer Look at Jobs Numbers + Upcoming Inflation Indicators | Market Outlook: Week of 3/11
Mar 11, 2024In this episode, Rob walks us through last week's economic indicators, including a closer look at labor statistics and how to best approach interpretation. Additionally, we review last week's market performance and preview the busy week of inflation indicators next week.
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Indicators of Good Inflation News + Important Upcoming Releases | Market Outlook: Week of 3/4
Mar 05, 2024This week, Rob walks through last weeks indicators such as Personal Spending and Personal Income that might point to good news for inflation (also reflected in GDP estimates). As well, we take a look at the market's reaction, where the market is pricing in the FFR, adn previewing next week's economic indicator calendar.
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March Fed Meeting Expectations + Busy Upcoming Week | Market Outlook: Week of 2/26
Feb 27, 2024In this week's episode, Rob reviews last week's light week of indicators, but provides notable updates to GDP Expectations and Fed Funds Rate Expectations. Additionally, we review the market's performance and take a closer look at company earnings releases. Finally, we preview next week's busy week of economic indicators and what to look out for.
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Last Week's CPI/PPI Numbers + Light Week Ahead for Economic Data | Market Outlook: Week of 2/19
Feb 22, 2024This week, Rob reviews last week's notable inflation-related economic data, including CPI, Core CPI, PPI, and Core PPI. Additionally, we receive updates on how this affected odds for Fed Funds Interest Rate for March as well as End of Year. Finally, we preview next week's relatively lighter week of economic indicators, including the FOMC Meeting Minutes and Initial Claims.
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An Update on Fed Funds Rate Expectations + CPI & PPI Next Week | Market Outlook: Week of 2/12
Feb 13, 2024In this week's episode, Rob reviews last week's light number of economic releases, including ISM Non-Manufacturing and Initial Claims. Additionally, we receive updates on how this affected odds for Fed Funds Interest Rate for March as well as End of Year. Finally, we preview next week's economic data, notably inflation indicators like PPI, Core PPI, CPI, and Core CPI.
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Last Week's Major Earnings & Market Recap | Market Outlook: Week of 2/5
Feb 05, 2024In this week's episode, Rob covers last week's economic indicators along with last week's major earnings.
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Economic Indicators That Suggest Aggressive Market Expectations | Market Outlook: Week of 1/22
Jan 23, 2024In this week's episode, Rob reviews last week's economic releases, most of which came in above expectations and spoke to the economies strength in contrast to economists and pundits. Additionally, we receive updates on how this affected odds for Fed Funds Interest Rate. Finally, we preview next week's economic data, notably releases like Personal Income and Spending, PCE and PCE Core.
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Your Market Update for MLK Weekend | Market Outlook: Week of 1/15
Jan 17, 2024In this week's episode, Rob briefly covers last week's economic indicators, which include CPI, Core CPI, PPI and Core PPI. Additionally, we receive updates on the odds for Fed Funds Interest Rate and review inflation-related data. Finally, we preview next week's economic data, notably releases like Building Permits and Housing Starts.
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Important Updates on Inflation Expectations + Interest Rates | Market Outlook: Week of 1/8
Jan 10, 2024On this episode of the Market Outlook, Rob walks us through important economic data related to inflation and jobs. Additionally, we review Fed Funds Rate expectations and our investment team's perspective on rate cuts. Finally, we review returns from equity and fixed income markets and preview important upcoming releases for CPI and PPI.
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Your New Years Update on Fed Funds and the Markets | Market Outlook: Week of 1/1
Jan 03, 2024This week, Rob walks us through upcoming Fed Funds Rate expectations and our investment team's perspective on rate cuts. We also take a closer look at the markets, drawing attention to year end performances, and upcoming economic data important to employment in the US.
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Your Christmas + New Year Market Update | Market Outlook: Week of 12/26
Dec 26, 2023In this week's Market Outlook, Rob walks us through last week's important inflation data such as Personal Spending and Income, Fed Fund Rates Odds, and PCE. We also take a closer look at the markets and positive news from both equities and fixed income.
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Equity and Fixed Income Rallies + Upcoming Important Economic Data | Market Outlook: Week of 12/18
Dec 21, 2023In this week's Market Outlook, Rob walks us through last week's important economic data and takes a closer look at the Market's Reaction to the Federal Reserves interest rate update. In addition, we preview important economic data for the upcoming week, including inflation related data like Personal Income, Spending and PCE.
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Investors' Bet For Where Our Economy Is Headed | Market Outlook: Week of 12/4
Dec 05, 2023In this week's Market Outlook, Rob walks us through last week's important economic data, which includes housing, consumer confidence, and PCE. In addition, he also explains the market's rally this past month and investors betting on worse future economic outcomes (which is good!). Finally, we preview important economic data for the upcoming week related to employment and consumer confidence.
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Housing Data + Market Reaction to Fed Rate Probabilities | Market Outlook: Week of 11/27
Nov 28, 2023In this week's episode, Rob takes a closer look at the impact of a high interest rate environment's impact on the housing market and looks at the rally in equities from Large Cap stocks. Additionally, we preview items such as Personal Income and Spending for next week's economic data releases.
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Last Week's Positive Inflation Data + The Market's Reaction | Market Outlook: Week of 11/20
Nov 20, 2023In this week's episode, Rob walks us through positive news from datapoints like CPI, PPI, Inflation Expectations, and much more. Additionally, we evaluate the market's reaction to the news and preview some economic data ahead of Thanksgiving.
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A Closer Look at Long Term Rates S&P Rally, and Upcoming CPI & PPI | Market Outlook: Week of 11/13
Nov 14, 2023This week, Rob discusses an argument about the pressure the US' budget deficit and outstanding debt may place on long term rates. Additionally, we take a closer look at the domestic market's rally and important upcoming data like CPI and PPI.
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The Impact of the FOMC Rate Decision on the Markets | Market Outlook: Week of 11/6
Nov 08, 2023In this week's Market Outlook, Rob highlights important economic data alongside the FOMC Rate Decision release, driving most of the reaction from markets. There is also some data to look out for next week that we preview in this episode.
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Discussing Rise in Long-Term Rates + Upcoming Inflation Indicators | Market Outlook: Week of 10/23
Oct 24, 2023In this week's Market Outlook Rob reviews last week's economic data, including Retail Sales and discuss a piece of economic news that is not directly reflected in data releases. Additionally, we review the market's reaction and preview PCE, PCE Core, and other important economic indicators.
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From Janitor to Successful Entrepreneur to US Representative w/Shri Thanedar
Oct 19, 2023Tune into another guest episode with Congressman Shri Thanedar, United States Representative from the 13th Congressional District of Michigan. Coupled with the perspective of an inquisitive college student, peer into the some of the brightest minds in business and listen in on a conversation that would provide unique and invaluable insights.
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Important Inflation Data + Upcoming Housing and Spending Data | Market Outlook: Week of 10/16
Oct 17, 2023In this episode, Rob reviews last week's economic data, including CPI and PPI data to track inflation. Additionally, we review the market's reaction and preview important economic data for the housing and consumer.
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These materials have been designed for general informational and educational purposes only and do not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security. Such offers c...