Trader Talk

• Portfolio picks: Why you can't ignore defense stocks

  Amid global geopolitical tensions, defense stocks are quietly booming. In this episode of Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Dan Kunze, co-founder of Galei Asset Management and Marine veteran, to explain why defense and aerospace companies are seeing long-term growth. From giants like Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman to data firms like Palantir, Kunze unpacks how global instability and innovation in AI and space tech are fueling the sector. If you're ignoring defense in your portfolio strategy, you might be missing one of the market’s most reliable performers. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk here. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights, empowering you to navigate market volatility and secure your financial future.

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• Why smart investors never trade on fear

  Amid rising tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainty, how should long-term investors navigate today’s volatile market? Invesco’s Chief Market Strategist Brian Levitt joins Kenny Polcari on Trader Talk to break it all down. From the evolving US-China trade dynamic to the Fed’s interest rate stance, Levitt explains why clarity, not calm, is what markets crave. They dig into inflation, potential rate cuts, housing pressure, and the behavioral traps that lead investors to sell at the worst times. The big message is to stay focused, stay invested, and avoid letting headlines dictate your portfolio. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk here. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights, empowering you to navigate market volatility and secure your financial future. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms

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• Smart investors protect themselves before the chaos hits

  Markets may look calm, but the real risks hide under the surface. In this episode of Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Amy Wu Silverman, managing director and head of derivatives strategy at RBC Capital Markets, to explain why low short-term volatility may lull investors into a false sense of security. Silverman explains how longer-term volatility is quietly rising as traders hedge against growing risks like tariffs, recession fears, and geopolitical uncertainty. They also explore how social media, algorithms, and fake headlines can ignite sudden market swings, leaving unprepared investors vulnerable. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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• Why waiting to invest could cost you more than you think

  Think you're too late to start investing? Think again. In this episode of Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers, to discuss strategies for investors who are getting a late start. Sosnick emphasizes the importance of risk management, advocating for a disciplined approach focused on capital preservation and high-quality dividend stocks rather than speculative, high-risk trades. They also explore the responsible use of options to enhance income, how AI and algorithmic trading are reshaping the markets, and why understanding your personal risk tolerance is crucial for successful investing. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/ Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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• Why defensive stocks could be your best bet in a wild market

  Think defensive stocks are boring? Dryden Pence, Chief Investment Officer at Pence Capital Management, says you're missing the point. On this episode of Trader Talk, host Kenny Polcari sits down with Pence, a military intelligence veteran turned investment expert, to uncover why defensive sectors like consumer staples, utilities, and healthcare can be your strongest allies in volatile markets. Pence explains how understanding investor psychology, economic fundamentals, and consumer necessities can help investors stay steady amid chaos. If market volatility makes you anxious, this episode might just be the reality check you need. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/ Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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