IBKR Podcasts

Fertilizer Panic: The War With Iran Hits Global Agriculture

As conflict around the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global trade, the world’s fertilizer supply chain is facing unprecedented pressure. Andrew Wilkinson speaks with AgResource analyst Ben Buckner about soaring fertilizer prices, the threat to corn and wheat production, and why the Iran crisis could trigger the next global food shock.

Tech Rally at the Edge: Is the Market Running on Borrowed Time?

In this IBKR Midweek Minute, Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman to discuss whether the tech-driven market rally is running on borrowed time as stocks push to record highs. They break down inflation, rising yields and Fed policy uncertainty to assess whether the current momentum can last.

From Cars to Code: Why 2026 Is the Year of the Robotaxi

In this IBKR Podcast episode, we explore how autonomous vehicles are shifting from distant promise to present reality, with 2026 shaping up as a pivotal moment for robotaxis. Alex Gunz from Heptagon Capital joins us to break down how software, data, and AI are redefining transportation, and why the biggest winners may not be the car makers at all. 

Cryptocurrencies – Tech, Tokens, and Unique Traits

How does a trader or investor differentiate one cryptocurrency from another? Join IBKR’s Senior Market Analyst Steven Levine, along with Bitwise Asset Management’s Chief Investment Officer Matt Hougan, and Head of Research Ryan Rasmussen, as they discuss a host of different crypto assets, including Bitcoin, Ether, AVAX, ADA, SOL, XRP, Bitcoin Cash, DOGE, and many others. The conversation also explores the technology behind these currencies, certain unique use cases, and an outlook on the ever-evolving digital asset industry.

Thailand: Sick Man of Asia or Sleeping Giant?

In this IBKR Podcast episode, Elizaveta Gridneva speaks with Andrew Stotz about whether Thailand is truly the “Sick Man of Asia” or a sleeping giant hiding in plain sight. Andrew breaks down the country’s macro pressures, market structure and valuation signals to explore whether Thailand is nearing a turning point for investors.

How Do Traders Spot Opportunity in Option Chains?

Think an option chain is just rows of numbers? In this IBKR Podcast episode, returning guest Dmitry Pargamanik of Market Chameleon breaks down how traders read between the strikes – decoding volume, implied volatility, and the Greeks to uncover hidden signals, identify mispriced options, and turn raw data into high-conviction trade ideas.

Can Big Tech Keep Carrying the Market?

Big Tech earnings are powering markets higher, fueled by aggressive AI investment and surprisingly strong growth but are valuations starting to matter again? We break down the tension between earnings momentum and rising rate risks and what upcoming jobs data could mean for the market’s next move.

Commodities in Focus: How Oil and Geopolitics Shape Markets

In this episode of the Interactive Brokers Podcast, commodities expert Will Rhind joins to unpack how oil markets are being shaped by geopolitics, inflation pressures, and shifting global supply dynamics. We explore what’s driving recent volatility and how investors can use commodities to diversify portfolios and navigate uncertainty with more confidence.