The FarrCast : Wealth Strategies

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On the Simmer Sep 11, 2023

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Michael Farr is traveling this week, so producer Harry Jennings pinch-hits on an abbreviated Labor Day Week edition of the FarrCast. The headlines across Wall Street, Washington, and The World are fairly sedate this week, but Harry talks with Dan Mahaffee and Jim Iuorio about what looks to be coming to the boil as we enter autumn.

No Uh-Ah Sep 01, 2023

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As Michael Farr wraps up his last show of season six, Jack Bouroudjian joins for a look into his crystal ball, which has been better than pretty much anyones. Jack has been telling us about the productivity boom in AI and other emerging technologies, but this week he warns us as well: the word to listen for is "disintermediation." But first up, Kenny Polcari tell us not to expect smooth sailing in September, and we catch up with Dan Mahaffee on politics and geo-politics. It's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

No Victory Lap Yet Aug 25, 2023

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This week Michael Farr's special guest is Dr. Jeffrey Lacker, for a preview of Jackson Hole. Dr. Lacker says it's too early to start celebrating, but the last couple of months of data give credence to the idea of the soft landing. But first up, Michael welcomes Jim Lebenthal for a talk on how to invest in an (overly) concentrated market, and Dan Mahaffee explains why flying Air Prigozhin isn't such a great idea. It's The FarrCast! Wall Street, Washington, and The World.

Everything Is Less Bad Aug 18, 2023

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But everything's good on the FarrCast! Michael Farr returns from his western sojourn to welcome Kenny Polcari for the latest on the markets, and why more of a pullback wouldn't be surprise (or a disaster.) Dan Mahaffee helps catch us up on geo-politics. And for our special guest segment, Michael welcomes back fan favorite, Stephanie Link who's call on the consumer has been spot on. Going beyond the headlines -- it's The FarrCast: Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

They're Just Not That Into You Anymore Aug 14, 2023

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Michael Farr is travelling this week, and as we wind down season six, we have a special radio essay from Michael on the state of America -- what makes him hopeful, and what makes him worried.

Bodies on the Thorny Branches Aug 04, 2023

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The downgrade of US credit isn't good news, but it has come at a time that blowing a little froth off the market is healthy. Michael Farr talks with Jim Iuorio about the technical levels Jim is watching, as well as the fundamental threats and opportunities in the markets. Plus, Dan Mahaffee on the latest in Trump World, and Michael closes with his thoughts on investing in the idea of America. Always bringing you insight -- It's the FarrCast: Wall Street, Washington, and The World.

It's Hot Now, But That Doesn't Mean Winter Is Cancelled Jul 28, 2023

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The markets drift higher and the economy chugs along. So why is Michael Farr concerned? Reversion to the mean is the theme this week as Michael talks to Kenny Polcari on the markets, and special guest Greg McBride from Bankrate.com on the economy. Plus, Dan Mahaffee on the developments in the Mideast and in China. The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

A Full Body Sweat Jul 21, 2023

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The weather is hot -- and so are the markets! The oft predicted recession remains elusive. Michael Farr welcomes Jim Lebenthal and special guest Jenny Harrington to discuss if there is value left in the markets. Plus, Dan Mahaffee with the DC rundown. Insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

The Return of the Row of No Jul 14, 2023

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On this week's FarrCast Michael Farr's special guest Daryl Owen and our senior political analyst Dan Mahaffee both talk about dysfunction in the GOP House Caucus and how that is impacting politics and politics. Plus, Daryl shares insights into the world's energy economics, and Dan discusses the long term problems Xi faces in China. BUT FIRST -- Kenny Polcari and Michael talk about the market as the recession hasn't appeared and stocks continue to climb. Insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

The New Coke Jul 14, 2023

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Jim Iuorio joins Michael Farr to take a victory lap on his market call, last month, but he says he was right for the wrong reasons. Learn what he's looking for next. Dan Mahaffee joins for the latest from DC and Secy. Yellen's trip to China. Michael is joined by special guest Heather Long from The Washington Post for a deep dive into how work life is changing cities, productivity, and the economy.

Bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!