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SpaceX IPO Frenzy: Inside the Hottest Space ETF
2d ago00:22:38Tap to summarizeWe discuss the SpaceX IPO and the NASA ETF. (1:00) - Why Should Investors Care About The Space Economy? (4:20) - SpaceX IPO vs. SPV (9:45) - Will Tema Continue To Buy More SpaceX (15:00) - Tema Space Innovators ETF: NASA (18:20)- Tema Durable Quality ETF: TOLL (21:00) - Episode Roundup: RKLB, ASTS, FLY, PL Podcast@Zacks.com
Transcribe →Invest in High-Quality Companies With Buyback & Dividend ETFs
1w ago00:32:51Tap to summarizeWe discuss the case for buyback, dividend growth, and momentum strategies. (0:45) - Why Should Investors Care About Share Buybacks? (5:35) - ProShares S&P 500 Buyback Aristocrats ETF: BUYB (11:00) - ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF: NOBL (15:30) - Breaking Down The Current Market Valuations (21:10) - ProShares S&P Technology Dividend Aristocrats ETF: TDV (27:20) - ProShares Nasdaq-100 Dorsey Wright Momentum ETF: QQQA (31:00) - Episode Roundup: WDC, STX Podcast@Zacks.com
Transcribe →Beyond NVIDIA: The Next Phase of the AI Investment Boom
2w ago00:21:28Tap to summarizeWe discuss AI infrastructure, quantum computing, and modern warfare ETFs. (1:00) - Breaking Down Big Tech Earnings and The AI Trade (4:30) - Where Should You Be Looking To Invest Right Now? (8:00) - Defiance AI and Power Infrastructure ETF: AIPO (11:05) - Should You Consider Investing Into Quantum Computing? (13:50) - Defiance Quantum ETF: QTUM (17:00) - Defiance Drone and Modern Warfare ETF: JEDI (19:20) - Episode Roundup: PWR, VRT, GEV, MU, INTC Podcast@Zacks.coom
Transcribe →Smart Retirement Planning: Balancing Taxes, Risk, and Returns
May 400:25:57Tap to summarizeWe discuss retirement investing, buffer ETFs, and inflation hedges. (1:00) - What Retirement Account Works Best For You? (5:40) - Should You Consider A Roth IRA Conversion? (8:50) - Do Buffer ETFs Fit Into Your Portfolio Right Now? (11:30) - Should You Be Using TIPS ETFs To Protect From Inflation? (14:40) - Is Now a good Time To Invest In Commodities? (16:30) - Should You Be Investing Into Municipal Bonds or High Yield Bond ETFs? (21:20) - Breaking Down The Current State of The AI Trade Right Now (23:20) - Episode Roundup: SPYM, VOO, IVV, VIG, DGRO, PDBC, MUB Podcast@Zacks.com
Transcribe →Memory Mania, Mag 7 Rebound, & More
Apr 2000:24:43Tap to summarizeWe discuss red-hot memory stocks, the Mag 7 rebound, and some other interesting areas. (1:00) - What Is Behind The Recent Surge In Memory Stocks? (4:45) - How Will Google's New Approach Impact The Industry? (6:40) - Roundhill Memory ETF: DRAM (10:00) - Roundhill Magnificent Seven ETF: MAGS (15:25) - Roundhill Meme Stock ETF: MEME (19:40) - What Themes Should Investors Be Watching Right Now? (22:30) - Episode Roundup: SNDK, MU, STX, WDC, CAR, BIRD, XDIV Podcast@Zacks.com
Transcribe →Space Stocks Are Taking Off. Here's Why
Apr 1300:39:01Tap to summarizeSpace stocks are soaring thanks to NASA's Artemis mission, the SpaceX IPO, and more.Space stocks are soaring thanks to NASA's Artemis mission, the SpaceX IPO, and more. (1:20) - What Was The Significance of Artemis 2 For Investors? (7:00) - How Excited Should You Be For A SpaceX IPO? (12:45) - How Soon Can We Expect Data Centers In Space? (21:20) - Procure Space ETF: UFO (36:20) - Episode Roundup: SATS, RKLB, ARKX, MARS, NASA Podcast@zacks.com
Transcribe →Are Energy Stocks and ETFs Still a Buy After the Rally?
Apr 600:32:32Tap to summarizeEnergy led the market in Q1. Can the rally continue? (1:00) - What Should Investors Know About The Differences Between Brent and WTI? (5:10) - What Impact Will The War Have On Refinery Products? (8:15) - Breaking Down The Current Performance of Energy Subsectors (14:00) - How Long Could We Expect This War To Continue and What Impact Will It Have On Crude Oil Prices? (19:10) - Will We See More Investments Into U.S. Energy Companies? (22:30) - Where Should Investors Be Looking To Gain Exposure Within The Energy Industry Right Now? (29:35) - Episode Roundup: USO, XLE, VDE, XOP, OIH, AMLP, COAL Podcast@Zacks.com
Transcribe →How BWET Became the Year's Top ETF, Up 350%
Mar 2300:24:04Tap to summarizeGlobal shipping disruptions have sent this tiny ETF skyrocketing. (0:45) - What Is The Importance of The Strait of Hormuz and What Is The Impact of The Closure? (4:40) - Key Global Transportation Routes and Their Current Situations (8:15) - What Impact Has The War Had On Global Shipping Costs and How Does It Compare To The Pandemic (14:05) - Breaking Down Cargo Vessel Classes And How They Have Been Affected By The War (16:30) - Breakwave Tanker Shipping and Dry Bulk Shipping ETFs: BWET & BDRY (22:35) - Episode Roundup: Podcast@zacks.com
Transcribe →Top Themes for 2026: AI, Defense, and Infrastructure
Feb 2300:20:07Tap to summarizeBlackRock's Jay Jacobs discusses thematic investing ideas for 2026. (1:00) - Investing Into The Next Growth Cycle For AI (4:05) - What Are The Current Risks When Investing Into AI Right Now? (7:15) - What Should Investors Expect From The Current Volatility When Investing Into Cryptocurrencies? (10:05) - Themes To Watch When Looking To Diversify Your Portfolio In 2026 (17:45) - Episode Roundup: ARTY, BAI, POWR, ITA, IBIT Podcast@Zacks.com
Transcribe →Can the Aerospace and Defense Rally Continue in 2026?
Feb 900:27:13Tap to summarizeWe discuss the outlook for the sector following a strong rally. (1:00) - European Defense Industry: How Are NATO Alliances Funded? (10:10) - Middle East Dynamic: What Should Investors Expect? (13:45) - Navigating The Current Defense Industry: Where Should You Look To Invest? (21:20) - Gabelli Commercial Aerospace and Defense ETF: GCAD (25:00) - Episode Roundup: GCAD, ITA, XAR, EUAD, SHLD Podcast@Zacks.com
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