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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Oil Jumps, Mortgage Rates Rebound — Is the Inflation Fight Back On?
Oil Surges After U.S. Strikes Iran — How Big Is the Economic Risk?
Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong assess the economic fallout after U.S. strikes on Iran intensified Middle East tensions. With oil jumping nearly 7%, LNG production disruptions in Qatar, halted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, and insurers pulling coverage from tankers, the hosts break down how duration, scope, and magnitude will determine whether this is a short-term shock or something more damaging to the global economy.
They also examine market reactions across stocks, bonds, currencies, and energy, debate whether AI-driven job displacement fears are overblown, and analyze Nvidia’s earnings and why the stock continues to trade sideways despite strong results.
They also examine market reactions across stocks, bonds, currencies, and energy, debate whether AI-driven job displacement fears are overblown, and analyze Nvidia’s earnings and why the stock continues to trade sideways despite strong results.
Mortgage Rates Hit 6% — Is the Housing Market About to Explode?
Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti react to a hotter-than-expected Producer Price Index report that extended the market selloff and pushed investors to reassess the path of inflation and interest rates. With the 10-year Treasury dipping below 4% and mortgage rates nearing 6%, they debate whether falling rates can revive housing — or if broader growth concerns are the bigger story.
The hour also features CNBC’s Michael Santoli on the AI-driven market rotation and what could reignite momentum in big tech, plus analysis of Paramount’s blockbuster acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Berkshire Hathaway’s new stake in The New York Times, and renewed concerns about risks building in private credit markets.
The hour also features CNBC’s Michael Santoli on the AI-driven market rotation and what could reignite momentum in big tech, plus analysis of Paramount’s blockbuster acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, Berkshire Hathaway’s new stake in The New York Times, and renewed concerns about risks building in private credit markets.
Inflation Surprise: Is the Fed’s Easing Path in Trouble?
Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti react to a hotter-than-expected Producer Price Index report that rattled markets and raised fresh questions about the Federal Reserve’s timeline for rate cuts. With core wholesale prices surging well above forecasts, the hosts examine whether inflation is reaccelerating — or whether the data is simply a volatile outlier.
The hour also explores growing concentration risk in the S&P 500, the heavy weighting of mega-cap tech stocks, and whether AI-driven disruption headlines — including mass layoffs at Block — are more marketing than macro reality.
The hour also explores growing concentration risk in the S&P 500, the heavy weighting of mega-cap tech stocks, and whether AI-driven disruption headlines — including mass layoffs at Block — are more marketing than macro reality.
What Happens If Taiwan’s Chip Factories Go Dark?
Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane sit down with New York Times reporter Tripp Mickle to examine one of the biggest hidden risks in the global economy: America’s dependence on Taiwan for advanced semiconductor manufacturing. With TSMC producing the vast majority of leading-edge chips used by Nvidia, Apple, and other tech giants, the hosts explore what would happen if geopolitical tensions, a blockade, or even a natural disaster disrupted production — and why Silicon Valley has done little to diversify that risk.
The hour also covers Nvidia’s strong earnings and the market’s skeptical reaction, the long-term implications of AI-driven electricity demand, and whether expanding 401(k) access could meaningfully improve retirement outcomes for American workers.
The hour also covers Nvidia’s strong earnings and the market’s skeptical reaction, the long-term implications of AI-driven electricity demand, and whether expanding 401(k) access could meaningfully improve retirement outcomes for American workers.
Nvidia Crushes Earnings — So Why Is the Stock Falling?
Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane break down Nvidia’s blockbuster earnings report — including massive revenue growth, strong forward guidance, and continued AI-driven demand — yet a sharp selloff in the stock. They explore what the market may be signaling about peak AI spending, hyperscaler saturation, and investor skepticism after two years of explosive gains.
The hour also examines mounting pressure on software companies like Salesforce in the age of AI, Wall Street’s efforts to monetize tariff refund lawsuits, and the difference between falling inflation and falling prices — and why Americans should understand the distinction.
The hour also examines mounting pressure on software companies like Salesforce in the age of AI, Wall Street’s efforts to monetize tariff refund lawsuits, and the difference between falling inflation and falling prices — and why Americans should understand the distinction.
AI Panic, Tariff Confusion & a Housing Market That Won’t Thaw
Paul Lane and Marc Fandetti break down the market rebound following another AI disruption scare and examine whether fears of massive white-collar job losses are overblown. They debate how artificial intelligence could reshape competition in the U.S. economy — potentially disrupting dominant tech firms while opening the door for new startups.
The hour also covers renewed tariff uncertainty after the Supreme Court ruling, a $100 billion Meta–AMD AI deal, Home Depot’s latest earnings amid a frozen housing market, and growing risks building in private credit. Plus, the hosts discuss what concentrated market exposure could mean for investors in 2026.
The hour also covers renewed tariff uncertainty after the Supreme Court ruling, a $100 billion Meta–AMD AI deal, Home Depot’s latest earnings amid a frozen housing market, and growing risks building in private credit. Plus, the hosts discuss what concentrated market exposure could mean for investors in 2026.
AI Jitters Return: Is the Magnificent Seven Losing Its Grip?
Paul Lane and Marc Fandetti examine growing volatility in the AI trade as markets await Nvidia’s earnings. With software stocks sliding, hedge funds increasing short positions, and the equal-weight S&P 500 outperforming its tech-heavy counterpart, they explore whether leadership in the market is quietly shifting away from the Magnificent Seven.
The hour also covers retailer earnings from Lowe’s and TJX, renewed concerns about housing market softness, and what rising investor anxiety around AI-driven disruption could mean for markets in 2026.
The hour also covers retailer earnings from Lowe’s and TJX, renewed concerns about housing market softness, and what rising investor anxiety around AI-driven disruption could mean for markets in 2026.
Ask Todd: When Do You Really Need a Trust?
Todd Lutsky explains how estate planning evolves through different stages of life — from simple beneficiary designations when you’re single, to revocable trusts for families with young children, to irrevocable trusts for nursing home planning later in life. He outlines why age, family dynamics, and asset levels all influence whether basic documents are enough or a more sophisticated plan is necessary.
Todd also answers listener questions on Medicaid’s five-year lookback rule, the difference between IRS gifting limits and Medicaid transfer rules, owning out-of-state property to reduce Massachusetts estate taxes, and when it may (or may not) make sense to disclaim an inheritance.
Todd also answers listener questions on Medicaid’s five-year lookback rule, the difference between IRS gifting limits and Medicaid transfer rules, owning out-of-state property to reduce Massachusetts estate taxes, and when it may (or may not) make sense to disclaim an inheritance.
AI Panic, Tariff Whiplash, and the Housing Market Stall
Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane break down the market rebound after an AI-driven selloff sparked fears of white-collar job disruption. They examine whether the latest wave of artificial intelligence concerns represents real structural risk — or short-term market overreaction.
Mike and Paul also dive into ongoing tariff uncertainty following the Supreme Court ruling, the complications surrounding potential refunds, and what shifting trade policy means for businesses and consumers. Plus, they analyze Home Depot earnings and what stubbornly slow housing activity signals about the broader economy.
Mike and Paul also dive into ongoing tariff uncertainty following the Supreme Court ruling, the complications surrounding potential refunds, and what shifting trade policy means for businesses and consumers. Plus, they analyze Home Depot earnings and what stubbornly slow housing activity signals about the broader economy.