Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti start off the show discussing how big of a rate cut they anticipate at the conclusion of the Fed's meeting tomorrow. Plus, will August's better-than-expected retail sales report provide any valuable information ahead of the central bank's decision? Is it a given that a rate cut will actually help the housing market? And, why both candidates continue to ignore the federal deficit.

On the second hour of the show, Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong take a look at an Bloomberg opinion piece discussing how consumer staples stocks are seeing more attention. Plus, Sarah Foster of Bankrate joins the show to talk about their updated wage to inflation index. Which Apple product is getting more attention that the iPhone 16? Plus, stack roulette.

Fed week is upon us. Chuck Zodda and Mike Armstrong give their insight as to how much the Fed will cut interest rates this Wednesday and run through arguments for 25 bps vs 50 bps. Also, what's more important to take note of at the end of this Fed meeting? An update on the Boeing factory workers strike. And the ongoing challenges Ford is seeing in China in relation to EVs.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti discuss Trump's latest proposal, no taxes on overtime work, and if this is something that will get blue collar workers excited. Gloomy summer signals worsening picture for China's economy. The deflation breakdown for August 2024. US driving and congestion rates are higher than ever. Paul LaMonica from Barron's joins the show to chat about Petco.

Mike Armstrong and Marc Fandetti wonder if the Boeing union strike will cripple the aerospace giant. American Airlines flight attendants ratify new contract with immediate raises. Amazon boosts pay for its drivers following threats to unionize. Consumer sentiment climbs to 5-month high as inflation eases. Americans are still pessimistic. The Fed's rate cut dilemma: start big or small? Atlanta Fed's Bostic violated trading rules.

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss what the presidential candidates are proposing to solve the worst housing crisis in decades. GM and Hyundai explore a partnership to develop vehicles together. Why are top Jeep dealers blaming the CEO for disasterous choices? What is the cost of lunch at a restaurant? Can Intel stop its staggering fall from grace?

Mike Armstrong and Paul Lane discuss investors adopting a defensive stance just before the Fed supposedly cuts rates. Earnings estimates are forgetting the Fed. What does that mean for stocks? Layoffs are low but that doesn't mean the labor market is in a strong place. Avoid ‘knee-jerk reactions’ to candidates’ proposed tax increases, financial advisors say.

Chuck Zodda and Paul Lane discuss last night's presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and what each candidate said about key economic factors. Why will retirees get a smaller bump to Social Security next year? A recession signal is flashing red, or is it? Oil falls to $60 in a good sign for a global soft landing. The fight against inflation gets a big win as prices fall at the pump. Some young adults are opting out of parenthood. Money is a major reason, most say.

Todd Lutsky joins the show to explain the benefits of a revocable trust. Todd also takes calls from listeners about how they should navigate their revocable trusts.