Wall Street Unplugged - What's Really Moving These Markets

Frank talks about the biggest technology trends he saw at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas.  He breaks down what stocks will be huge beneficiaries of the Internet of Everything, Virtual Reality, Wearables, Connectivity, Smart Homes and 3D Printing. Frank then interviews media and technology expert Greg Kahn.  Greg has worked with some of the largest advertising and content companies in the world including Disney, Omnicom, BBC America, L'Oreal and T-Mobile. He was also Frank's executive tour guide at the CES.  Greg breaks down the most popular gadgets at the CES and tells listeners which trends are game-changers - and which ones could fall flat on their face.     This week's Wall Street Unplugged Podcast will include dozens of stock ideas and give you a front row seat to the biggest technology trends that will shape our world over the next decade.  We advise taking notes since there is a ton of information to digest.  And if you have any questions or comments - be sure to send them directly to Frank at .

Frank gives his predictions for 2015. Plus, a listener wrote in asking Frank if it’s unpatriotic to short stocks.  Frank tackles that question as he focuses in on the oil and oil service company stocks.   And, Kim wrote in and asked Frank if there are any plays in the LNG space that he likes right now and Joe asked Frank about his 2015 outlook.

Dr. David “Doc” Eifrig, editor of joins Frank today to talk about the real economy. That is, the “stuff” we use day to day.  Doc constantly travels across the country and talks to “us”. He constantly compares the trends in gas, cable TV and Internet costs, airline tickets and the cost of a sandwich.  One of his best indicates is his “taxi cab indicator”. What are the cabbies saying is something Doc has followed for years. Frank asks Doc if he’s currently bullish on the markets or is he starting to see some cracks. They talk about The Fed., interest rates and Frank asks Doc his view on specific stocks.   Plus gives away a few of his best health tips.

Trailing stops and Frank gets a question on whether it’s time to jump onto the oil services companies. The risks are huge. Franks also recaps some of the small immunotherapy companies. And Frank talks about visiting this years CES conference. Listen in today to hear Frank’s answers.

Global hedge fund manager, Peter Pham, tells us why technical analysis is not a good system in determining future market trends. He breaks down his methodology for picking stocks - which includes statistics and behavior patterns. Peter also tells us why he is still long the dollar and shares his favorite investment to buy for 2015.

Braden Copeland, editor at Bonner & Partners, highlights the risks investors face heading into 2015.  He talks about why Russia is not cheap, what to look for before buying dividend paying stocks and how shale oil companies could see more trouble ahead.  Finally, Braden shares his favorite stocks to buy right now.

Frank’s new Q&A format finally has a new name, Frankly Speaking.   Asking question is critical to learning and Frank is constantly asking a lot of questions. That’s how he learns and that’s how he’s built up his Rolodex.   Today Frank tackles the question that on everyone’s mind…oil. Should you be buying now?   Franks tackles this question and much more.

Marc Lichtenfeld, Chief Income Analyst at the Oxford Club, shares his unique strategy for picking income stocks.  He also talks about the most important investment conference in the world which takes place in two weeks in San Fransisco.      Frank tells you why investors need to avoid oil stocks - despite the 30%-plus decline in most names. He also mentions several oil companies that could fall into bankruptcy.

My new Weekly Q&A is a big hit… Thanks So, I am going to make it permanent. I still need a name so please mail me with your names.  Today I’m going to go over three keys areas. •Oil – Should you jump in now? •Immunotherapy drug companies •Doug Kass Keep sending me your questions. Email me at  with your questions and you ideas for a new name and I’ll do my best to get to as many as possible Hope you enjoy.   Frank

Kristin Bentz, retail expert and executive director of private equity company PMG Group, talks Black Friday sales, teen retailers and why Wal-Mart will be king this holiday season.   She also explains why investors should avoid these popular retail stocks heading into Christmas - and how mobile phones are changing the landscape of the industry.