Join us as we discuss Value vs. Growth stocks with Aneeka Gupta, CFA and Director of Research at WisdomTree.  Aneeka touches on economic cycles, S&P 500, European perspective.

Interactive Brokers’ Web API delivers real-time access to Interactive Brokers’ trading functionality, including live market data, market scanners, and intra-day portfolio updates. This podcast introduces WebSocket technology.

During early spring the Chinese government discussed the health of the domestic economy and outlined its plans for several years to come. For 2024 the government projected a modestly bullish 5% GDP growth target, above what many onlookers gauge reasonable. Head of KraneShares International, Xiaolin Chen, sat down with Andrew Wilkinson to explain why she believes the domestic economy is ripe for strong growth following the National Peoples’ Congress.

Learn about IBKR’s modern REST API to trade, monitor, and manage your IBKR account.  Andrew Wise, U.S. API Support Supervisor, gives explanation of Client Portal Gateway and authentication process.

For investors, tracking an index has allowed them to target exposure within specific sectors and industries. And the advent of ETF or exchange traded fund investing has made this readily accessible to investors. But, imagine if you could invest in the what you think are the best stocks within an index or exclude a sector you felt would fare badly under current economic conditions. That’s what Custom Indexing (or Direct Indexing) is all about and common practice for Advisors. 

Michael Normyle – Nasdaq’s US Economist joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to discuss how the market is potentially affected leading up to and after Presidential elections.

Join Guillaume Roux-Chabert, from IBKR Singapore and Stefano Grasso, Portfolio Manager for the Enhanced Value Fund in Singapore on a deep dive for value in the energy markets.

Behind the extreme liquidity of the US treasury market stands the full faith and credit of the US government. That makes the dollar bond market extremely appealing to investors, not only in the US but around the world. Tariq Dennison joins us to discuss characteristics of US government debt.

Michael Normyle – Nasdaq’s US Economist joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to discuss the labor market, wage growth, and what lies ahead for 2024.

When he saw the name TipperX beneath CNBC’s scrolling headlines, Tom phoned his contact at the FBI. “Am I TipperX? Is that me on CNBC right now?” This episode is told through the eyes of former hedge fund trader and FBI informant turned advocate, Tom Hardin AKA TipperX.

CMT’s Tyler Wood joins Andrew Wilkinson to look at both the stock market and the market for stocks in 2023 and has wise words for 2024.

Mandy Xu, Head of Derivatives Market Intelligence at Cboe, once again joins Steve Sosnick, IBKR’s Chief Strategist, for a wide-ranging discussion about volatility, options trading, and Cboe products that track market correlation and dispersion.

Those toasting with mimosas on New Year’s might want to consider the recent spike in prices – not so much from the Champagne – but from the orange juice!  Join us in this lively discussion about frozen concentrated orange juice (FCOJ) futures with Sean McGovern, Vice President of Research at McAlinden Research Partners, as well as Jeff Praissman, IBKR’s Senior Trading Education Specialist, Cassidy Clement, IBKR’s Senior Manager of SEO and Content, and Steven Levine, IBKR’s Senior Market Analyst. Learn about what’s been driving costs higher for producers and consumers, alike, and how China has been helping to grow Coca-Cola’s Minute Maid Pulpy sales! All this and more, as our agricultural commodity series continues..

It ain’t what you say, but the way that you say it. Investors know with some certainty that companies will release earning four times each year. But the art is in the timing. Wall Street Horizon’s Head of Research Christine Short  discusses what happens when companies mess around with announcements dates, roadshows and even speakers as they unveil earnings, product announcements and, as Steve Sosnick explains, dividends.

Mat Cashman Mat Cashman, Principal of Investor Education at the OCC joins IBKRs Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to discuss buffered outcome ETFs.  

Will McBride and Dmitry Pargamanik cofounders of Market Chameleon join IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to discuss the risks and benefits of early option exercises and assignments.

Will a “monetary bridge” be a long one?  Will it span troubled waters?  And will Chair Powell play Goldilocks or Grinch on Wednesday?  Andrew Wilkinson, IBKR’s director of education discusses these topics and more with Steve Sosnick, chief strategist, and Jose Torres, senior economist.

Michael Normyle – Nasdaq’s US Economist joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to discuss the slowing down of inflation the US is experiencing.

If consumer prices of certain pork products are declining, why are they not being piled onto more plates? Find out how higher interest rates, broader inflation, and global demand are impacting the performance of lean hog futures, producer costs, and shoppers’ meat selections, as Sean McGovern, vice president of research at McAlinden Research Partners, Jeff Praissman, IBKR’s senior trading education specialist, and IBKR senior market analyst Steven Levine explore the global economics of the pork industry and its influence on some of the world’s largest meat producers. Also, what can traders and investors learn about the role of foreign exchange on ADRs? And what in the world is ‘scrapple’? All this and more as our agricultural commodity series continues…. 

The island economy of Singapore benefits from its geographical location and proximity to the far east. Despite its small size, the local economy, and by extension, its stock market has thrived thanks to participation of companies from around the region. This episode takes a deep dive into the machinations of the Singapore economy and locally-listed stocks with market strategist Geoff Howie of the Singapore Stock Exchange. Yujun Lin, CEO Interactive Brokers Singapore and Geoff Howie, Market Strategist Singapore Exchange.

Giuseppe Sette, Toggle AI’s Cofounder and President joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to discuss how to use options to improve your investment outcome. Contact Information: https://toggle.ai/

Join Guillaume Roux-Chabert, from IBKR Singapore and Stefano Grasso, Portfolio Manager for the Enhanced Value Fund in Singapore on a treasure hunt for value in developed markets, China, Japan and multiple sectors. Enhanced Value Fund Chart of the Month - Newsletter sign-up Stefano Grasso

In the latest IBKR Podcast, Andrew Wilkinson, the firm’s Director of Education hosts a wide ranging discussion about economics, interest rates, and volatility featuring Jose Torres, Senior Economist, Joe Burke, Head of Global Fixed Income Trading, and Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist.

If night follows day, and the US economy falls into a post-monetary tightening recession, gold may prove to be a big winner points out CME Groups economist Erik Norland. Contact Information: Email: [email protected]; Web: www.cmegroup.com

Mat Cashman, Principal of Investor Education at the OCC joins IBKRs Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to discuss the option lifecycle, exercises, assignments, open interest, and how it is calculated. Contact Information: For more free options education from The Options Industry Council (OIC), an industry resource provided by OCC, visit OptionsEducation.org. Have an options-related question? Contact the OCC Investor Education team at [email protected] or via live chat on OptionsEducation.org. Connect with OIC Instructor, Mat Cashman. Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (May 15, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple commission charges. For more information read the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options” also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) or visit ibkr.com/occ  

With all eyes on the Fed’s Wednesday announcement, Neil Azous is looking at the prospect of one particular recession indicator to start the race to interest rate cuts before the end of 2023. The Sahm recession indicator considers the 12-month low for the national unemployment rate relative to a rise in the three-month average rate. The Sahm recession indicator is already flashing red in California, home to 50-million Americans and 15% of national GDP. Will the same ring true for the national economy following the July employment report? Neil hints that it will. Sponsor Information: Email:  [email protected]    Web:   www.rareviewcapital.com Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (June 9, 2023).

Michael Normyle – Nasdaq’s US Economist joins IBKR’s Andrew Wilkinson and Jeff Praissman to discuss the Consumer Price Index and how inflation effects people at different income levels. Contact Info: Email:  [email protected] Web:   www.nasdaq.com

Consumer sentiment may be pointing down, but US economic indicators are not displaying many other signs of an impending recession. The Interactive Brokers team discusses their favorite signposts.

With long positions in London cocoa futures recently reaching record levels, it appears traders are generally hoping for even higher prices of the staple commodity – which have already pushed up confectionery costs for consumers across the globe. Is it a case of mass heartbreak or something more? Find out what’s driving these cocoa highs, as Sean McGovern, vice president of research at McAlinden Research Partners, and IBKR’s Jeff Praissman and Claire Baxter join host Steven Levine for a lively look at chocolate, as our agricultural commodity series continues….  Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (May 10, 2023).

Guillaume Roux-Chabert from Interactive Brokers Singapore joins with Senior Portfolio Manager – Stefano Grasso, MBA, Enhanced Value Fund. Over 20 years of investing experience, most recently in commodity trading with Eni as head of the Singapore Office (APAC). Prior experience with McKinsey and Company in Milan and London. Disciple of Warren Buffett and passionate about value investing philosophy. Sponsor Information: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stefanograsso/ [email protected] 

How Eurex managed transatlantic volatility resulting from the US regional banking crisis. IBKR’s Edward Strauss drills down into European retail and institutional trading patterns with his guest from Eurex, Eugen Mohr. Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (April 21, 2023). Sponsor Information: https://www.eurex.com https://www.deutsche-boerse.com/dbg-en/products-services/ps-indices-analytics DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options” also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901.Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple commission charges.

Mat Cashman,  Principal of Investor Education at the OCC joins IBKRs Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to discuss option skew and how it can be used to analyze markets. Contact Info: For more free options education from The Options Industry Council (OIC), an industry resource provided by OCC, visit OptionsEducation.org. Have an options-related question? Contact the OCC Investor Education team at [email protected] or via live chat on OptionsEducation.org. Connect with OIC Instructor, Mat Cashman. Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (April 10, 2023 DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS (WITH MULTIPLE LEGS) Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For information on the uses and risks of options, you can obtain a copy of the Options Clearing Corporation risk disclosure document titled Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options by visiting ibkr.com/occ. Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple transaction costs.

Interactive Brokers’ Senior Economist Jose Torres and Chief Strategist Steve Sosnick have another in a series of economic and market discussions hosted by Andrew Wilkinson, Director of Education. Topics include: The Debt Ceiling, interest rates and short selling. Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (May 8, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options” also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901.Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple commission charges.

Mike Normyle – Nasdaq’s US Economist joins IBKR’s Andrew Wilkinson and Jeff Praissman to offer insight on the current US and European economies and the effect of inflation on commercial real estate, fuel prices, and banking. Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (April 24, 2023).

Sean McGovern, vice president of research at McAlinden Research Partners, and Jeff Praissman, IBKR’s senior trading education specialist, join host Steven Levine for a deep discussion about today’s elevated corn prices, their impact on producer and consumer costs, as well as ahead of key beverage company earnings. What can traders and investors learn about China’s role as a global buyer? Will Brazil surpass the U.S. as top crop producer? And what can options traders tell us about companies like Coca-Cola and PepsiCo? All this and more as our agricultural commodity series continues….  Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (April 10, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options” also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901.Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple commission charges.

Heading into the next Federal Reserve meeting, Rareview Capital’s CIO Neil Azous explains his “Sight Beyond Sight” analysis on the US economy, debt ceiling, and shines light on two segments of the market that investors may be overlooking. Sponsor Information: Email:  [email protected]    Web:   www.rareviewcapital.com

Options Solutions COO Steven Sears sits down with Andrew Wilkinson to outline his approach to a covered call strategy for equity portfolios. Contact Information:  https://optionssolutions.com/ [email protected] Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (April 10, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS (WITH MULTIPLE LEGS) Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For information on the uses and risks of options, you can obtain a copy of the Options Clearing Corporation risk disclosure document titled Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options by visiting ibkr.com/occ. Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple transaction costs.

Will McBride and Dmitry Pargaminik, cofounders of Market Chameleon join IBKR’s Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to take a deep dive into current option volume trends. Contact Information:  https://marketchameleon.com/ [email protected] Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (March 22, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS (WITH MULTIPLE LEGS) Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For information on the uses and risks of options, you can obtain a copy of the Options Clearing Corporation risk disclosure document titled Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options by calling 312-542-6901. Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple transaction costs.

The Interactive Brokers’ team discusses the aftermath of the banking crisis and the onset of earnings for the nation’s banks, along with the usual review of labor and inflation data.

Shahar Rabin, CPO & Co-Founder of Capitalise.ai joins IBKRs Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to discuss the role AI and automated trading play in portfolio management and what the future of trading may look like. Contact Information: website: https://capitalise.ai/  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaharrabin/ email: [email protected]

Nasdaq’s Head of US Options Sean Feeney and Head of Index Content Kevin Davitt join IBKRs Andrew Wilkinson and Jeff Praissman to discuss how they decide on new trading product innovation and the process to get them listed on the exchange. Sponsor Information: Sean Feeney: Head of US Options Kevin Davitt: Head of Index Content Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (February 27, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options” also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901.Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple commission charges.

Tony Crescenzi, Executive Vice President, Market Strategist, and General Portfolio Manager for PIMCO in New York, discusses the role of bonds in an investor’s portfolio and their place in the investment universe.  He is hosted by Interactive Brokers’ Andrew Wilkinson, Head of Investor Education, and Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist.  Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (March 15, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options” also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901.Multiple leg strategies, including spreads, will incur multiple commission charges.

IBKR’s senior economist, Jose Torres, used to work at the FDIC.  He offers helpful perspective about the ramifications of and reactions to the recent bank failures in this discussion with Andrew Wilkinson, IBKR’s director of education, and Steve Sosnick, its chief strategist

Mat Cashman, Principal of Investor Education at OCC joins IBKRs Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to discuss the history of options, the role of the Options Clearing Corporations plays in the industry, and recent volume trends. Sponsor Contact Information: For more free options education from The Options Industry Council (OIC), an industry resource provided by OCC, visit OptionsEducation.org.   Have an options-related question? Contact the OCC Investor Education team at [email protected] or via live chat on OptionsEducation.org.   Connect with OIC Instructor, Mat Cashman.   DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901 or copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.optionsclearing.com/about/publications/character-risks.jsp

Sean McGovern, vice president of research at McAlinden Research Partners, returns to our series on agricultural commodities for a deep look into wheat futures and how the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War has been affecting prices. Will Russia extend the upcoming deadline for the Black Sea Grain Initiative? And how will shipment pressures affect the likes of ADM, Bunge, and other companies in the grain industry ecosystem? Join us for a full rundown, complete with IBKR’s Jeff Praissman’s and Cassidy Clement’s stories of higher consumer costs, whether GMO wheat will disrupt traditional business, and ... whatever happened to the restaurants' bottomless bread basket? Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (February 16, 2023).

Jan Szilagi, CEO and founder of TOGGLE AI joins IBKR’s Senior Trading Education Specialist Jeff Praissman to discuss stock picking through a macro lens. Sponsor Contact Information: https://toggle.ai/ Note: Any performance figures mentioned in this podcast are as of the date of recording (January 10, 2023). DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901 or copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.optionsclearing.com/about/publications/character-risks.jsp

Bob Lang, founder of Explosive Options, discusses risk management and position sizing for options traders with Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist at Interactive Brokers. DISCLOSURE: OPTIONS TRADING: Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. For more information read the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD). To receive a copy of the ODD call 312-542-6901 or copy and paste this link into your browser: http://www.optionsclearing.com/about/publications/character-risks.jsp