Newsletter

[stock-market-ticker symbols=" ^NYA;CRYPTO:BTC;CRYPTO:ETH;CRYPTO:USDT;CRYPTO:USDC;CRYPTO:BNB;CRYPTO:ADA;CRYPTO:XRP;CRYPTO:SOL;CRYPTO:DOGE " stockExchange="NYSENASDAQ" width="100%" transparentbackground=1 palette="financial-light"]

Home Blog Page 51

Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Stagflation Concerns and Retail Insights

cpadmin
-
0
Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Stagflation Concerns and Retail Insights

Christine Short, Head of Global Corporate Events Research at Wall Street Horizon, joins Remy Blaire to provide valuable insights into the current market volatility. We dive into the shifting narrative surrounding the U.S. economy, particularly in light of recent job reports and geopolitical tensions. February’s jobs report revealed a loss of 92,000 nonfarm payroll positions and an increase in unemployment to 4.4%. Coupled with a dip in retail sales and rising oil prices due to the U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran, concerns about stagflation are beginning to surface.

Despite a strong earnings season and falling interest rates, uncertainties loom due to global tariffs and the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has already caused gas prices to surge by 17%.

Christine highlights the psychological aspect of consumer spending, noting that fears of job losses—especially with companies like Block and Oracle potentially cutting significant portions of their workforce—could lead to tighter consumer wallets. We discuss how rising gas prices could offset the expected benefits of tax refunds for consumers, potentially impacting overall spending.

We also touch on the software sector, particularly in relation to AI, as companies like Oracle and Adobe prepare to report earnings. With the market closely watching these developments, it’s clear that the economic landscape is complex and evolving.

The Rise of AI-Driven Fraud: Understanding New Threats

cpadmin
-
0
The Rise of AI-Driven Fraud: Understanding New Threats

Kathleen Peters, Chief Innovation Officer, Identity and Fraud at Experian, joins Remy Blaire to share insights from their 2026 Future of Fraud forecast. We dive into the alarming rise of AI-driven fraud, a topic that is becoming increasingly relevant in our digital age.

We discuss how fraud is evolving from traditional methods to sophisticated, automated AI attacks that are harder to detect. Kathleen highlights the emotional manipulation involved in these scams, particularly through the use of deep fakes, which can create realistic images, voices, and even videos to deceive consumers.

For consumers, Kathleen offers practical advice: be cautious of unsolicited messages and avoid engaging with unknown contacts. Businesses, on the other hand, need to adopt a multi-layered approach to fraud prevention, utilizing advanced AI tools to stay ahead of these threats.

We also touch on the importance of vigilance in human resources, especially as the likelihood of encountering fake applications increases. Despite the challenges posed by AI in fraud, Kathleen emphasizes the positive innovations it brings, such as enhanced convenience and efficiency for both consumers and businesses.

The Rise of Tokenized Assets: Insights from WisdomTree’s Will Peck

cpadmin
-
0
The Rise of Tokenized Assets: Insights from WisdomTree’s Will Peck

Will Peck, Head of Digital Assets for WisdomTree, joins Remy to discuss the rapidly evolving landscape of tokenized real-world assets, which has now surpassed $26 billion, excluding stablecoins.

We discuss the SEC’s recent guidance on tokenized securities, which clarifies the different categories of these assets and emphasizes a technology-neutral regulatory approach. Will highlights the significance of WisdomTree’s recent SEC approval for their tokenized money market fund, allowing for 24/7 trading and instant settlement. This is a game-changer, as it enables businesses to manage treasury operations more efficiently, particularly when using stablecoins.

We also explore the surge of interest in on-chain financial services following the passage of the Genius Act, which has prompted both traditional financial institutions and startups to innovate in this space. Will provides insights into the current market dynamics of cryptocurrencies, noting the challenges in predicting short-term price movements while acknowledging Bitcoin’s long-term performance.

Finally, we touch on the implications of ongoing tokenization announcements from U.S. exchanges and what that means for investors. Will emphasizes that while tokenized assets may not yet cater to the average retail investor, they are paving the way for a new community seeking enhanced financial services on-chain.

Market Volatility: Navigating Oil Prices and Economic Uncertainty

cpadmin
-
0
Market Volatility: Navigating Oil Prices and Economic Uncertainty

Walter Todd, CIO of Greenwood Capital, joins Remy Blaire to delve into the current state of the markets, focusing on the significant volatility witnessed recently, particularly in oil prices and the broader economic landscape. With futures indicating a lower open and the Nasdaq hovering around the flat line, we discuss the dramatic 1100-point intraday reversal in the Dow and the cooling of the VIX.

We explore the implications of the recent employment report, which showed a pullback in nonfarm payrolls, and how this affects monetary policy and the Federal Reserve’s dual mandate of managing inflation and labor market stability.

We also touch on sector performance, noting the rebound in software stocks despite concerns over AI disruption. Walter provides his perspective on the private credit market, highlighting the liquidity issues faced by major firms like BlackRock and the potential warning signs for investors.

As we look ahead to Q1 2026, Walter reflects on the expected volatility in the markets, particularly as we approach the midterm elections. We conclude with a discussion on diversification strategies in the current environment, emphasizing the importance of being nimble and opportunistic amidst the market fluctuations.

The Impact of Middle East Conflict on Global Oil Prices and Inflation

cpadmin
-
0
The Impact of Middle East Conflict on Global Oil Prices and Inflation

Michael Reinking, Senior Market Strategist at the NYSE, joins Remy Blaire to discuss the current volatility in the oil markets, driven by ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel, with concerns about production cuts from major Middle Eastern producers due to a logjam in the Strait of Hormuz.

Michael highlights how the focus has shifted to oil prices, affecting equity markets and creating a one-variable market environment. We discuss the recent escalation in the conflict, including Israel’s strikes on energy infrastructure, and how this has influenced market sentiment. The potential release of emergency stockpiles by G7 energy ministers and comments from President Trump about the conflict’s progression provided some temporary relief to the markets.

We also examine the disappointing nonfarm payrolls report and its implications for economic growth and inflation. Michael points out that while there were adjustments in job growth, particularly in the healthcare sector, the longer-term impact of rising oil prices on inflation and consumer spending remains a significant concern.

As we head into the summer driving season, the potential for stagflation looms large, especially if the conflict continues and oil prices remain high. We discuss how the U.S. has achieved energy independence, which may insulate it somewhat from global economic pressures, but the situation remains fluid.

Finally, we touch on the bond and foreign exchange markets, noting the unusual market behavior where the U.S. dollar strengthened while Treasury yields did not decline as expected. This reflects the complex interplay between rising oil prices and inflation concerns, complicating the central banks’ ability to respond effectively.

Empowering Communities: Amanda Brown Lierman on GoFundMe.org’s Mission

cpadmin
-
0

In this segment, Amanda Brown Lierman, Executive Director at GoFundMe.org, joins us from the New York Stock Exchange to discuss how innovative partnerships are helping communities recover faster after disasters. Speaking from the Fintech TV booth, Brown-Lehrman explains how GoFundMe.org works to quickly mobilize funding for individuals and communities in crisis. She highlights the organization’s collaboration with 11:11 Media and Paris Hilton following the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, where nearly $9 million was raised to provide rapid financial support to those affected. A key focus of the initiative was supporting women-owned small businesses, the economic backbone of many communities through targeted grants identified with the help of local partners like the Pasadena Women’s Business Center.

Lierman emphasizes that empowering local organizations is critical to effective disaster relief, as they understand the needs of their communities better than anyone else. By working directly with community leaders, GoFundMe.org ensures resources reach those who need them most while giving recipients the flexibility to decide how best to use the support. She also explains how GoFundMe’s infrastructure allows funds to be distributed quickly and efficiently, ensuring that every dollar donated goes directly to individuals, families, and businesses working to rebuild after crisis. The conversation highlights how collaboration, community leadership, and fast access to funding can help restore hope and economic stability in the wake of disaster. 

From Wildfires to Growth: Women Entrepreneurs Rising

cpadmin
-
0
From Wildfires to Growth: Women Entrepreneurs Rising

In this episode, Rebecca Grone, Director of Impact, 11:11 Media joins us following 11:11 Media’s appearance at the New York Stock Exchange to ring the closing bell. Grone highlights the historic significance of women in finance, noting that women first entered the trading floor in 1967, and emphasizes the importance of investing in and supporting women-owned small businesses. She explains that 11:11 Media, Paris Hilton’s media company, and its nonprofit arm, 11:11 Media Impact, transform Paris’s lived experiences into purpose-driven initiatives focused on philanthropy, advocacy, and storytelling. Grone shares the success of a $1 million grant program in partnership with GoFundMe that supported 50 women-owned small businesses affected by the Los Angeles wildfires, 90% of which are still thriving, with 80% owned by moms. She also introduces the new YouTube series Back in Business, which profiles six resilient small businesses to inspire recovery and demonstrate how entrepreneurs can turn challenges into opportunity. Viewers can watch the series on YouTube and learn more about the ongoing grant program on GoFundMe, highlighting 11:11 Media’s commitment to women’s empowerment, community impact, and storytelling that amplifies real change.

Markets Reverse Late as Oil, War Headlines, and Fed Fears Collide

cpadmin
-
0
Markets Reverse Late as Oil, War Headlines, and Fed Fears Collide

In this market update, Chris Versace, CIO at Tematica Research, joins the discussion from the New York Stock Exchange to break down a dramatic late-day shift in market sentiment. The trading session took an unexpected turn in the final 30–40 minutes after comments from Donald Trump suggesting the conflict with Iran could be nearing completion. Versace urges investors to remain cautious and focus on economic data rather than headlines, noting that the duration of geopolitical tensions can significantly impact markets and the broader economy. With oil prices surging earlier in the day amid disruptions near the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint, energy markets experienced sharp volatility before easing into the close. Higher oil, diesel, and jet fuel prices could ripple across the economy, putting pressure on consumers and businesses alike.

The conversation also touches on the implications for the Federal Reserve as policymakers prepare for an upcoming Federal Open Market Committee meeting. With inflation pressures potentially rising and recent employment data showing unexpected job losses, the Fed may find itself in a difficult position balancing growth and price stability. Meanwhile, the U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) moved lower into the close as oil prices retreated. The discussion also previews upcoming earnings from Oracle and SuRo Capital, with investors closely watching capital spending trends in AI and data centers, as well as exposure to private tech leaders like OpenAI. Overall, the segment highlights how geopolitical developments, energy markets, and central bank policy continue to shape market volatility and investor sentiment.

March 9, 2009: The Day the Market Bottomed and the Bull Run Began 

cpadmin
-
0
March 9, 2009: The Day the Market Bottomed and the Bull Run Began 

In this episode of Hindsight 2020, Scarlett Sieber from Money20/20 takes us back to one of the most pivotal moments in market history, March 9, 2009, the day the S&P 500 hit its lowest point during the Global Financial Crisis. At the time, the world felt like it was on the brink: banks were collapsing, jobs were disappearing, and credit markets were frozen. The financial news cycle sounded like the end of the economic world. Yet, in one of the greatest plot twists in market history, that very day became the ultimate “buy the dip” moment. What followed was a historic bull run that lasted more than a decade, fueling massive growth in technology, the rise of cloud computing, the mobile revolution, and the transformation of finance as fintech moved from niche innovation to mainstream infrastructure. Investors who had the courage to buy at the bottom saw extraordinary returns over time. The lesson? Markets often bottom before the world feels safe, optimism returns before the headlines change, and innovation tends to emerge after systems break. March 9, 2009 reminds us that market bottoms aren’t moments of clarity, they’re moments of courage.

Empowering Women: The Economic Case for Gender Equality in Capital Markets

cpadmin
-
0
Empowering Women: The Economic Case for Gender Equality in Capital Markets

Kirsi Madi, Deputy Executive Director of UN Women, joins Remy Blaire to discuss gender equality and its significant impact on capital markets, especially in light of the upcoming 70th annual Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations. Kirsi emphasizes that gender equality is not just a human right but also a smart business strategy that can create long-term value and sustainable finance.

Kirsi shares compelling data showing that women-led startups generate more than double the revenue compared to those run by men, yet only 2% of venture capital is directed towards women. We discuss the concept of gender-responsive capital markets, which involves companies disclosing gender data, analyzing workforce composition, and implementing policies that support both men and women.

We explore the importance of gender lens investing, advocating for it to be integrated into mainstream business strategies rather than treated as a separate financial product. Kirsi mentions initiatives like the gender tag developed with the Luxembourg Stock Exchange, which helps investors identify bonds that support women and women-run businesses.

Finally, we touch on the ongoing efforts with over 12,000 companies globally to implement women’s empowerment principles, aiming for measurable results in workforce composition and pay equity. Kirsi highlights the launch of a global supply chain coalition focused on making gender-responsive procurement a business norm.

1...505152...632Page 51 of 632

Stay on top - Get the latest news in your inbox

Copyright © 2026 FINTECH.TV All rights reserved.

NO INVESTMENT ADVICE OR OTHERWISE
THE CONTENT IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY, YOU SHOULD NOT CONSTRUE ANY SUCH INFORMATION OR OTHER MATERIAL AS LEGAL, TAX, INVESTMENT, FINANCIAL, OR OTHER ADVICE. NOTHING CONTAINED ON OUR SITE OR OUR PRESENTATIONS CONSTITUTES A SOLICITATION, RECOMMENDATION, ENDORSEMENT, OR OFFER BY FINTECH.TV PBC (“FTV PBC") OR ANY THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER TO BUY OR SELL ANY SECURITIES OR OTHER FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS IN THIS OR IN ANY OTHER JURISDICTION IN WHICH SUCH SOLICITATION OR OFFER WOULD BE UNLAWFUL UNDER THE SECURITIES LAWS OF SUCH JURISDICTION.
ALL CONTENT ON THIS SITE IS INFORMATION OF A GENERAL NATURE AND DOES NOT ADDRESS THE CIRCUMSTANCES OF ANY PARTICULAR INDIVIDUAL OR ENTITY. NOTHING ON THE SITE CONSTITUTES PROFESSIONAL AND/OR FINANCIAL ADVICE, NOR DOES ANY INFORMATION ON THE SITE CONSTITUTE A COMPREHENSIVE OR COMPLETE STATEMENT OF THE MATTERS DISCUSSED OR THE LAW RELATING THERETO. FTV PBC IS NOT A FIDUCIARY BY VIRTUE OF ANY PERSON'S USE OF OR ACCESS TO THE SITE OR CONTENT. YOU ALONE ASSUME THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF EVALUATING THE MERITS AND RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH THE USE OF ANY INFORMATION OR OTHER CONTENT ON THE SITE BEFORE MAKING ANY DECISIONS BASED ON SUCH INFORMATION OR OTHER CONTENT. IN EXCHANGE FOR USING THE SITE, YOU AGREE NOT TO HOLD FTV PBC, ITS AFFILIATES OR ANY THIRD PARTY SERVICE PROVIDER LIABLE FOR ANY POSSIBLE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DECISION YOU MAKE BASED ON INFORMATION OR OTHER CONTENT MADE AVAILABLE TO YOU THROUGH THE SITE.
ALL OPINIONS EXPRESSED BY ANY INDVIDUAL ON THIS SITE AND ON ANY SHOW OR VIDEO STREAM ARE SOLELY THE INDIVIDUAL PERSON’S OPINIONS AND DO NOT REFLECT THE OPINIONS OF FTV PBC OR THEIR PARENT COMPANY OR AFFILIATES AND MAY HAVE BEEN PREVOUSLY DISSEMINATED BY FTV PBC ON TELEVISION, RADIO OR THE INTERNET

INVESTMENT RISKS
THERE ARE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH INVESTING IN SECURITIES. INVESTING IN STOCKS, BONDS, EXCHANGE TRADED FUNDS, MUTUAL FUNDS, AND MONEY MARKET FUNDS INVOLVE RISK OF LOSS. LOSS OF PRINCIPAL IS POSSIBLE. SOME HIGH RISK INVESTMENTS MAY USE LEVERAGE, WHICH WILL ACCENTUATE GAINS& LOSSES. FOREIGN INVESTING INVOLVES SPECIAL RISKS, INCLUDING A GREATER VOLATILITY AND POLITICAL, ECONOMIC AND CURRENCY RISKS AND DIFFERENCES IN ACCOUNTING METHODS. A SECURITY’S OR A FIRM’S PAST INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE IS NOT A GUARANTEE OR PREDICTOR OF FUTURE INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE.

SPONSOR/PARTNER CONTENT AND PAYMENT TO FTV PBC
FTV PBC RECEIVES PAYMENT FROM ITS SPONSORS AND PARTNERS TO INCLUDE CONTENT SUPPLIED OR CREATED BY THEIR SPONSORS AND PARTNERS, OR THAT WAS CREATED IN COLLABORATION BETWEEN FTV PBC AND ITS SPONSORS AND PARTNERS (“SPONSOR CONTENT”). SPONSOR CONTENT MAY TAKE THE FORM OF “NATIVE ADVERSTISING” WHICH MIMICS THE LOOK AND FORMAT OF FTV PBC’S UNPAID CONTENT. FOR EXAMPLE, A SPONSOR/PARTNER MAY PAY FTV PBC TO HAVE ONE OF FTV PBC’S EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS TAPE AN INTERVIEW OF A SPONSOR’S REPRESENTATIVE, WHERE THE SUBJECT MATTER, GENERAL CONTENT, TONE, AND FINAL CONTENT ARE ALL CONTROLLED BY AND APPROVED BY THE SPONSOR. SPONSOR CONTENT IS A FORM OF ADVERTISING.
FTV PBC IS PAID FOR SPONSOR CONTENT. DEPENDING ON THE INDIVIDUAL SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT, FTV PBC MAY RECEIVE PAYMENT IN STOCK OR OTHER EQUITY, IN CRYPTOCURRENCY (INCLUDING PRE-CTO CRYPTOCURRENCY), IN ADDITION TO OR IN LIEU OF PAYMENT IN TRADITIONAL CURRENCIES. FTV PBC IS NOT IN THE BUSINESS OF INVESTING. WHEN  FTV PBC IS PAID IN EQUITY OR CRYPTO, FTV PBC WILL SELL OR CONVERT ALL OF THE EQUITY OR CRYPTO IT RECEIVES INTO TRADITIONAL CURRENCY TO FUND ITS OPERATIONS. THIS WILL BE DONE AS SOON AS REASONABLY POSSIBLE DEPENDING ON SUCH FACTORS AS TRADING RESTRICTIONS, TRADING VOLUME, AND OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES. THIS MEANS THAT FTV PBC MAY SELL EQUITY OR CRYPTO OF ITS ADVERTISERS, SPONSERS, AND PARTNERS DURING THE SAME PERIOD THAT THE SPONSOR CONTENT IS MADE AVAILABLE BY FTV PBC AND DURING WHICH IT IS MOST PROMINENTLY FEATURED ON FTV PBC PLATFORMS.
FTV PBC IDENTIFIES SPONSOR CONTENT NEAR THE START AND END OF THE CONTENT WITH A VERBAL OR TEXT IDENTIFICATION THAT THE SUBJECT OF THE CONTENT IS AN FTV PBC SPONSOR AND A VERBAL OR TEXT STATEMENT AT THE END OF THE CONTENT THAT DISCLOSES THAT FTV PBC WAS PAID BY THE SPONSOR IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONTENT OR THAT THE CONTENT IS PART OF A PAID SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT. FTV PBC ALSO SEGREGATES SPONSOR CONTENT ON ITS WEBSITE UNDER THE HEADING “PARTNER CONTENT.”
CLICK HERE FOR A FULL LIST OF FTV PBS’ PARTNERS AND THE TYPES OF SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES THAT FRV PBS OFFERS.