The Financial Exchange weekdays from 10AM - Noon on 14 stations across New England.
The Financial Exchange is the only daily business and financial show in Boston and New England. Mike and Chuck tackle the top stories in the business and financial sector each day, while you updated on the trends in the US markets and the global economy. Plus, they'll talk to the biggest names in the industry for expert analysis.
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Can Trump actually fix the housing affordability crisis?
Will world leaders buckle under Trump's tariff threats?
Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss Trump's latest tariff remarks at Davos and how countries are reacting to his threats. Trump says he knows more about interest rates than Fed Chief Powell. Boeing strike and defense charges hammer fourth-quarter results. United and Delta are leading an impressive rally for airline stocks. What is the state of the job market in New England?
Are US taxes too high or too low?
Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong wonder if US taxes are too high or too low. Earmings beats happen all the time. Why stocks are loving the latest results. Some Walmart managers get a raise, lifting max pay above $620,000. Now is an ideal time to reassess your retirement savings. There's a big change for inherited IRAs in 2025. Warren Buffett is softening his stance on crypto. Will dress shirts return to the office?
Are we in a stock market bubble?
Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the S&P 500 getting close to setting a new record. What is a stock market bubble? Are we in a market bubble right now? Where economists think the Trump economy is headed. OpenAI's Stargate deal heralds shift away from Microsoft. Fresh fires break out in LA. Is this a continuation of the previous fire or a new one? It matters to insurance companies.
Ask Todd: How old is too old to plan for long term care?
This week, Todd Lutsky explains how difficult planning for long term care can be the longer you wait. Todd also takes questions from the audience about selling a rental property that is in a trust and placing reverse mortgages into a trust.
Netflix continues on its path to streaming domination
Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss Netflix's record breaking quarter and recent announcement of a price raise. Can the other streamers keep of with Netflix? Another airline is posting a big profit rebound thanks to American travelers. Mortgage rates aren’t likely to fall any time soon — here’s why. Jamie Dimon says the U.S. stock market is 'kind of inflated’. Are the rich and famous really unaffected by a stock bubble?
Is President Trump just using tariffs as a threat?
Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss Trump using tariffs to push for early renegotiation on trade deals with Mexico and Canada. Trump says he intends to implement 10% tariffs on China as soon as February 1st. How are automakers responding to Trumps order to end EV subsidies. Which tech leaders are pledging $500B in AI investments? Todd Lutsky joins the show for his weekly segment, Ask Todd.
Should investors be hoping for a market slump?
Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss if investors should be hoping for a market slump. Why are food prices rising again? Does a strong holiday shopping season mean a better year ahead? Four retirement moves for 2025 to help boost your savings. The world is getting riskier. Americans don't want to pay for it. Netflix's bull case gets a helping hand from Beyonce and Mike Tyson.
Will Trump actually impose 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada?
Mike Armstrong and Paul Discuss Trump planning 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada by February 1st. Why are economists expecting inflation to go higher under Trump? How will Trump reshape the US energy sector? What is the latest news on the TikTok ban? CEOs and President Trump want workers back in the office.
Can China ever escape its population spiral?
Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss China's declining population, despite a rise in birth rates. Trump’s tariff threat is already panicking the junk debt market. Trump plans to designate Cryptocurrency as a national priority. Raising the SALT cap is supposed to benefit whom, exactly? Electric vehicle sales have stumbled. What went wrong? Paul LaMonica joins the show to chat about DJT and crypto ahead of the inauguration.