IBKR Podcasts

Is today’s AI boom echoing the excesses of the dot-com era, or is this cycle fundamentally different? Nasdaq’s Mark Marex joins Interactive Brokers to break down profitability, valuations, supply-demand dynamics, and what investors should watch to determine whether AI’s rise is sustainable.

Join Andrew Wilkinson, Jeff Praissman, and Prosper Trading Academy’s Scott Bauer live from Las Vegas as they break down trader sentiment ahead of the FOMC decision. From bond-market signals to volatility risks and holiday positioning, the trio explores what’s truly driving markets into year-end.

As the year winds down, markets appear unusually resilient despite tariffs, shifting rate expectations, and ongoing global uncertainty. Jeff Praissman and Prosper Trading Academy’s Scott Bauer break down what moved markets, what didn’t, and whether thin holiday trading could still deliver surprises.

As 2025 winds down, host Andrew Wilkinson is joined by Dan Basse, President of AgResource, to break down a turbulent year in grain markets and what it meant for U.S. farmers. From China’s soybean demand to global oversupply and tight farm margins, they explore whether relief is coming or if 2026 brings more of the same.

Tech stocks stumbled after disappointing earnings from major names, raising questions about whether optimism has finally run too far. Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy joins Jeff Praissman to break down market rotation, confusing economic data, crypto’s recent pullback, and what investors should watch next.

Geopolitical tensions remain elevated across the globe, yet markets appear surprisingly calm. Erik Norland of CME Group joins IBKR Podcasts to explore whether investors are becoming desensitized to conflict, how inflation and central bank policy are reshaping risk, and why gold and commodities may be telling a different story.

Join host Elizaveta Gridneva as she sits down with Nicholas Ng of Daiwa Asset Management to unpack Japan’s potential shift toward higher interest rates. Together, they explore what a BOJ hike could mean for yields, market sentiment, and the strategies investors across Japan and the Asia-Pacific region are gravitating toward.

Join host Andrew Wilkinson and guest Alex Gunz as they explore whether aging power grids and legacy infrastructure can sustain the explosive growth of AI, robotics, and future technologies. From data deluges to energy bottlenecks, they break down the challenges and opportunities shaping the next decade of innovation.

In this engaging conversation, Dovile Silenskyte, Director of Digital Assets Research at WisdomTree Europe, explores the compelling reasons to integrate crypto assets into investment portfolios. She highlights the benefits of a small allocation, addressing volatility and diversification. Dovile breaks down the recent crypto flash crash, differentiates blockchain use cases, and discusses how Bitcoin's dominance affects the market. With practical advice for skeptical investors, she emphasizes the importance of careful analysis before diving into the crypto space.

Kevin Davitt, Head of Index Options Content at NASDAQ, shares his insights on market dynamics as year-end approaches. He discusses the optimism surrounding December and the implications of NASDAQ 100 strength, while warning of potential risks like Broadcom's earnings and Japan's carry trades. Davitt dives into volatility trends, urging traders to be strategic with hedging. He also explores the evolving role of crypto as a risk barometer and the challenges posed by yen-funded carry trades in today's market.