The Financial Exchange

The Financial Exchange

 

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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Is it too late to save the US economy?

Walmart warns that price increases are coming

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss Walmart's earnings coming in better than expected but warn customers that price increases are coming. How much pricing power do US companies actually have? Walmart is preparing to welcome its next customer: AI shopping agents. UnitedHealth Group is under criminal investigation for possible Medicare fraud. Why are so many couples having pets instead of children?

Does buying the dip still work?

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss how the China trade deal doesn't solve the Fed's problems. What does the future of SALT look like? Does the buying the dip still work? Warner Bros. Discovery is finally reversing a stupid decision. Why are housing prices not coming down in Massachusetts?

Don't invest when you are hungry!

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss the stock market's recent boomerang has investors in a bind. Inflation worries are creeping into the labor market. Small businesses are hurting and slowing down in key areas. Todd Lutsky joins the show for his weekly segment, Ask Todd.

Ask Todd: Another reason to avoid probate

This week, Todd Lutsky explains why you should check in with your estate planning attornery from time to time, making sure your trust is funded, probate being public record, and what some of the factors that you need to know when deciding on an estate plan.

President Trump doesn't want you paying too much for that 'fat shot'

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss President Trump's plan to cut drug prices and what could be in the way of his goal. Foreign tourists staying away from the US could cost the country $12.5B this year alone. Some indexes are back in positive territory for the year. Doctors warn accountants of private-equity drain on quality. Fox and ESPN set to launch new streaming services.

Inflation rate hits lowest level since 2021

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss the annual inflation rate hitting 2.3% in April, the lowest level since 2021. Tariff receipts topped $16B in April, a record that helped cut the budget deficit. GOP tax plan boosts SALT deduction, ends green energy breaks. Microsoft announces a 3% headcount cut. Robotaxi company Waymo is scouting Boston.

Fixing inflation needs new thinkning

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss how the thinking behind fixing inflation needs new ideas. Summer of travel for Americans? Not so much. The spring home sales season is shaping up to be a dud. The rest of the year isn't looking good for retail-property market. Elizabeth Holmes's partner has a new blood-testing start-up.

Surprise US-China trade deal sends markets surging

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss the surprise US-China trade deal giving the global economy a reprieve. US retailers are facing post-tariff spending disorder. How will US-China deal impact deals with other countries. How to think about the stock market when earnings guidance becomes meaningless. Apple considers raising iPhone prices, without blaming tariffs.

Transforming the housing market isn't so easy

Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong discuss...

A change to real estate commissions was supposed to transform the housing market. That hasn’t happened.
Boy Accidentally Orders 70,000 Lollipops on Amazon. Panic Ensues.
Expedia Shares Fall After Weak Demand Trends Hurt Results.
Air-Traffic Control Overhaul Needs Billions in Upfront Investment, Transportation Secretary Says.
Paul LaMonica, Barron's, chats about Deckers Outdoor.