Inside the ICE House

Eric Criscuolo, Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a week defined by a sharp momentum meltdown across high-beta and speculative assets. Meme stocks, crypto miners, and quantum computing names saw steep declines before rebounding on news of potential government investment. Precious metals like gold and silver also dropped from recent highs amid overbought conditions and macro uncertainty. Despite the volatility, major indices stabilized, supported by strong earnings and sector rotation into Energy, Healthcare, and Industrials. The week closed with optimism as markets regained footing and investors looked ahead to key economic data and trade developments.

ATM Media is redefining storytelling across advertising, technology, and media through authenticity and connection. Founder and CEO Robert Wheeler joins Inside the ICE House to share how ATM’s people-first approach gives brands a trusted platform to celebrate their culture and vision. He discusses how the company’s focus on high-quality, human-centered content is cutting through the clutter and transforming how stories are told in today’s digital landscape.

Behavioral Scientist and Author Jon Levy explores how trust, connection, and collaboration fuel high-performing teams in his new book Team Intelligence. He goes Inside the ICE House to share how organizations can unlock their collective potential by focusing on the dynamics that drive group success and how leaders can foster environments where innovation and trust thrive, even in high-pressure settings.

Workiva is reshaping how companies approach sustainability and financial transparency through innovation, integration, and trust. Mike Rost and Mandi McReynolds go Inside the ICE House to share how the company’s unified platform is empowering organizations to deliver investor-grade disclosures with confidence. They discuss Workiva’s transformation from a financial reporting tool to a multi-solution SaaS leader, and how AI, data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration are driving a more connected, transparent future.

Michael Reinking, Senior Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a volatile week as China’s new export controls and President Trump’s tariff threats triggered the biggest U.S. selloff since April. Markets and crypto plunged before rebounding on softer rhetoric from Washington and strong bank earnings kicking off the season. Fed Chair Powell’s signal of further rate cuts fueled a rally in cyclicals and financials. Regional banks later slid on fresh credit concerns. Reinking highlights China’s upcoming economic data, earnings acceleration, and ongoing shutdown talks as next week’s key drivers.

Consumer rewards are entering a new era as technology transforms how people connect with the brands they love. Fetch Founder and CEO Wes Schroll has led that evolution, turning everyday receipts into meaningful rewards for millions of users. He joins Inside the ICE House to share how Fetch is using AI to deepen brand relationships, personalize experiences, and empower consumers through data-driven insights. Schroll discusses the company’s growth from startup to category leader, highlighted by a new partnership with American Express that expands Fetch’s reach and value for users.

Maital Legum, Director of Exchange Traded Products at the New York Stock Exchange, joins Bilal Little to share insights from her 14-year career overseeing thousands of ETF launches. She discusses how the NYSE partners with issuers as both regulator and advisor, helping them navigate the complex operational and compliance landscape. Legum highlights the growing interest from traditional asset managers entering the ETF space and stresses the importance of early planning, strong partnerships, and distribution strategy.

Phil Rosen of Opening Bell Daily returns to Inside the ICE House to explain why markets remain resilient amid the government shutdown. With economic data on pause, he says investors are fueling an “everything rally” driven by strong earnings, AI optimism, and expectations of more Fed rate cuts. Despite bubble fears, Phil notes that record tech profits continue to justify valuations. He also highlights rising institutional demand for Bitcoin and sustained confidence in AI as key forces behind the market’s bullish momentum.

The Charlotte Hornets are redefining what it means to be a modern NBA franchise through innovation and fan-first strategy. Shelly Cayette-Weston, President of the Hornets, goes Inside the ICE House to share how the team’s jersey patch partnership with Judi Health reflects a deeper commitment to performance and innovation. She discusses how a strong draft class and renewed focus on engagement are energizing the fan base and elevating the brand.

Eric Criscuolo, Market Strategist at the NYSE, recaps a week of record-breaking gains across stocks and gold, driven by strong momentum and AI-fueled optimism. AMD led the charge after announcing a major partnership with OpenAI, while xAI’s reported $20B raise kept Nvidia in focus. Utilities and Tech outperformed, with Real Estate and Materials trailing amid rising yields and geopolitical pressure. Strong AI demand and investor enthusiasm continued to lift markets.