IBKR Podcasts

Nasdaq’s Michael Normyle joins IBKR’s Jeff Praissman to break down what the headline inflation numbers may be missing, from energy prices and tariffs to housing, wages and the AI investment boom. They discuss what’s driving inflation today, the resilience of the consumer and why separating AI-driven growth from the broader economy could offer a clearer picture of what comes next.

In this IBKR Podcast episode, Andrew Wilkinson is joined by David Keller, President and Chief Strategist at Sierra Alpha Research, to examine whether technology can keep driving the stock market higher as transports and financials struggle. They discuss market breadth, Dow Theory, rising energy costs, the yield curve, and what it could take for the Nasdaq Composite to reach 30,000.

Options activity isn’t always as simple as a single call or put. Market Chameleon’s Dmitry Pargamanik joins IBKR's Jeff Praissman to explore multi-leg options strategies, how traders analyze spreads and options flow, and what larger trades may reveal about activity in the market.

Elizaveta Gridneva of IBKR Hong Kong welcomes Nick Ng back to the IBKR podcast to discuss all things Japanese markets. From rising bond yields and yen intervention to Japan’s equity rally, corporate governance reforms, and the forces shaping its long-term outlook, Nick breaks down what investors should be watching.

Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman to break down the market forces extending beyond the Fed’s latest rate decision. They discuss interest rates, oil prices, inflation, AI concerns, economic data, and what investors may be watching for in the Fed’s outlook for the months ahead.

Steve Sosnick joins Andrew Wilkinson on this IBKR Podcast to break down why stocks continue climbing a growing wall of worry, even as AI concerns, rising Treasury yields and economic risks test investor confidence. They also discuss the market’s persistent buy-the-dip mentality, the Fed’s next move and whether the upcoming midterm elections could disrupt the rally.

Are you looking at implied volatility the right way? Mat Cashman of OCC joins Jeff Praissman to explain why an IV number doesn’t mean much without context, and how comparing implied volatility with historical volatility can give traders a more useful framework for understanding options pricing.

AI is becoming a bigger part of how companies operate, but measuring its actual value is proving more complicated. Nasdaq’s Michael Normyle joins the IBKR Podcast with Jeff Praissman to discuss how traditional software metrics are evolving in the age of agentic AI, what new measures could emerge, and whether productivity could become a key way investors evaluate AI-driven value.

Jeff Praissman and Scott Bauer discuss mixed signals from economic growth, inflation, and the labor market as investors weigh the Fed’s next move. They also look at shifting sector leadership, market sentiment, and what upcoming earnings could reveal about the outlook for stocks.

Nvidia earnings and the Fed are competing for investors’ attention as markets weigh sticky inflation, rising Treasury yields and signs of pressure on the consumer. Jeff Praissman and Scott Bauer discuss whether Nvidia’s results could ultimately matter more for markets than Jackson Hole, inflation data and the Fed’s next move.

Trading coach Sam Warner-Baker joins IBKR's Andrew Wilkinson to explore how traders can use AI to improve preparation, challenge investment theses, assess portfolio risk, and review trading decisions. They discuss how AI can help traders strengthen their overall approach to the markets through smart questions and clear strategy.

Why are women more likely to save than invest? IBKR's Maria Dieguez sits down with self-investor and financial policy expert Betsy Dorudi to discuss the investing confidence gap, the barriers that keep women from entering financial markets, and why getting started can matter more than waiting until you feel fully prepared.

Calendar spreads can offer traders a way to express views on volatility and time—not just market direction. In this episode, Jeff Praissman and Dmitry Pargamanik of Market Chameleon break down the anatomy of a calendar spread, covering implied volatility, vega, event risk, assignment considerations, and what separates a well-structured trade from a risky one.

Cooling labor data, persistent inflation concerns and the strength of the U.S. consumer are putting the economy under the microscope. Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman on this week's IBKR Market Minute to discuss the latest jobs numbers, CPI and PPI, retail sales, Fed expectations and the market forces investors should be watching next.

What does it really take to build a successful career on a trading desk? Xheni Brahaxhija shares her journey from compliance to front-office trading while discussing the critical role of access, mentorship, sponsorship, and leadership in creating opportunities and helping more women thrive in financial markets.

AI is lowering the barriers to entrepreneurship and new data suggests solo businesses are on the rise. Nasdaq’s Michael Normyle joins Jeff Praissman in this IBKR Podcast episode to explore how AI is fueling new business formation, boosting productivity, and reshaping what it takes to build a company.

Japan is undergoing one of its biggest economic and market transformations in decades. Discover the three key reasons global investors are turning their attention to Japan, and learn how Japanese ETFs provide a simple, cost-effective way to access this evolving market.

The market may look resilient on the surface, but the charts tell a more nuanced story. David Keller of Sierra Alpha Research joins IBKR Podcasts to discuss momentum, market tops, sector rotation, and the technical signals investors should be watching as volatility simmers beneath the indexes.