Saturday, September 18th. Fed Goes Higher for Longer, but How Long?

Tom Parks and Dr. Brian Jacobsen unpack the Fed’s latest rate hike, explain why inflation still isn’t passing the sniff test, and discuss what rising long-term interest rates mean for investors. They break down surprisingly strong U.S. economic data, from hot retail sales to business spending, whil…

Saturday, September 12th. Markets Caught Between Tariffs and Oil

A growing U.S.-Canada trade fight and a spike in oil prices are creating fresh challenges for the global economy. We break down the impact on inflation, markets, and the Fed, plus what investors should be watching next. And later, a look at what it takes to feel "wealthy" and helping your children …

Saturday, September 5th. Higher for Longer? Wall Street Reprices the Fed.  Jobs Numbers UP.

Markets got a wake-up call this week as investors rapidly repriced Federal Reserve expectations following Chair Warsh's Jackson Hole remarks, sending Treasury yields to their highest levels since early 2025 and reigniting the debate over whether the Fed could actually tighten into an energy-driven …

Saturday, August 29th.  Nvidia, Inflation and the Bond Market Battle.

This week, we're talking about an economy that's sending mixed signals. Inflation isn't accelerating, but it's proving stubborn, while economic growth is slowing enough to get attention without flashing recession warnings. We'll also dive into why the bond market remains in focus, what Nvidia's lat…

Saturday, August 22nd. Treasury Twists, Rising Debt, and the Fed’s Next Move

This week, Mark Beck and Dr. Brian Jacobsen break down the Treasury Department's decision to double the size of its bond buyback program, the implications of a national debt that has surpassed $40 trillion, and a record $85 billion Treasury interest payment. They also discuss the latest Federal Res…

Saturday, August 15th. Cooling Inflation, Cautious Consumers

This week, inflation slowed, retail sales stumbled, small-business optimism improved, and markets rallied. We'll sort through the mixed signals, explore what they may mean for the Federal Reserve, and discuss why the upcoming employment report could become a critical test for the economic outlook. …

Saturday, August 8th. Global Market Turbulence and the Retirement Moves That Matter

Oil prices surged, currencies swung, and a historic U.S.-Japan intervention put the yen back in the spotlight as we break down the biggest market-moving stories of the week. We examine what turmoil in the Strait of Hormuz could mean for investors and why the Fed's next move remains front and center…

Saturday, August 1st.  Rate Pause, Tech Rally, Economic Puzzle

A quiet Fed meeting sparked a big market reaction, AI created both champions and casualties, and the American consumer remains one of the biggest mysteries in the economy. This week, Microsoft and Amazon rode a wave of AI-fueled optimism, while Meta and Apple faced tough questions from investors. W…

The Annex Wealth Management Show 7-25-26

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Saturday, July 18th.  AI, Earnings & Smarter Retirement Planning

This week, we discuss the latest market-moving developments, including oil supply trends, geopolitical events, and key themes emerging from earnings season. We also explore what investors should watch for as companies expand their use of AI. Plus, we break down the new Trump Accounts for children,…