The Financial Exchange weekdays from 10AM - Noon on 14 stations across New England.

The Financial Exchange is the only daily business and financial show in Boston and New England. Mike and Chuck tackle the top stories in the business and financial sector each day, while you updated on the trends in the US markets and the global economy. Plus, they'll talk to the biggest names in the industry for expert analysis.

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The day Amazon broke the internet

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss GM raising their outlook as strong truck demand dulls tariff pain. The day Amazon broke the internet for millions of Americans. US banks are hunting for collateral to back $20B Argentina bailout. If the economy is good, why do some Americans feel like everything is falling apart? Gold slumps most in four years as record-breaking rally cools.

How to navigate around tariffs for your holiday shopping

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss what US inflation data could show when it is finally released. Annemarie Conte (Wirecutter) joins the show to chat about navigating around tariffs for your holiday shopping. Companies are blaming AI for job cuts. Critics say it’s a ‘good excuse’. When do Roth conversions make sense for older people? Restaurants are pitching water on fine dining menus. The best and worst months to buy a house — the difference could save you $23,000. 

What are the warning signs this record market is showing?

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the warning signs lurking beneath this record market. Where does this market stack up to the late 90's and late 2010's? AWS outage impacts hundreds of companies. Trump's demands for resumed trade talks with China. What is the killer combo slamming the auto industry?

Breaking News: The market always defies expectations

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss explain why people shouldn't bo overly surprised that markets have so far defied inflation and tariffs. Banks’ strong earnings leave investors digging deeper for trouble spots. Small businesses are being crushed by Trump’s tariffs and economists say it’s a warning for the economy. Honda wants you to teach its new robot lawnmower. Paul LaMonica (Barron's) joins the show to chat about PayPal getting $300T worth of  bad news from Paxos.

Three categories of stories that are concerning investors

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss the three ongoing stories that should be concerning for investors.  New credit fraud fears raise more worries about regional banks. Investors warn on leveraged loan risks after First Brands collapse. Most Americans are falling behind in saving for retirement. The auto industry is panicking about another potential chip shortage. Oil prices drop to the lowest level in nearly five years. Delta and United are leaving other airlines behind. 

People don't trust traditional currency anymore

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong explain why many people around the world refuse to trust traditional currency these days. Sarah Foster, Bankrate, joins the show to discuss worker pay not keeping up with inflation. Most Americans don't have good jobs. What does that say about the economy. AI data centers, desperate for electricity, are building their own power plants. What are the hidden costs of downsizing?

Something stinks in the financial sector

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Wall Street scrambling to gauge consumer health without retail sales. Big banks cash in on well-heeled borrowers. How Jefferies found itself at the center of First Brands' collapse. Something stinks in the financial sector. 

Are the impacts from AI on the economy exaggerated?

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane share three exaggerations about the US economy right now. ChatGPT will soon allow erotica for verified adults. The rest of the world is following America's retreat on EVs. What are the recession signs to watch for? Netflix jumps into podcasts with Spotify deal.

China believes they can win a trade war with the US. Can they?

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss China, betting it can with a trade war, is playing hardball with Trump. Powell keeps the Fed on track to lower rates again this year. Todd Lutsky joins the show for his weekly segment, Ask Todd. This week, Todd explains why gifting real estate is almost always a bad idea.