IBKR Podcasts

Is the Global Economy Set for a 2026 Rebound?

As global markets move into 2026, investors are watching rate cuts, fiscal policy and artificial intelligence reshape the growth outlook. Nasdaq's Michael Normyle breaks down the economic tailwinds and market dynamics that could define the next global growth cycle.

Is Big Tech Reclaiming the Throne?

Big Tech is showing renewed strength as market leadership broadens beyond a narrow group of names. In this IBKR Podcast episode, Kevin Davitt of Nasdaq joins Andrew Wilkinson to break down what’s driving the rally, the role of semiconductors, consumer resilience and whether Big Tech is reclaiming its place at the center of market influence.

Is Silver Ready to Outrun Gold?

Jeff Praissman is joined by Will Rhind of GraniteShares to break down the evolving relationship between gold and silver, and why silver may be positioned to outperform in the current macro environment. From industrial demand and supply deficits to real rates, dollar weakness, and geopolitical risk, they explore whether silver’s long-awaited catch-up trade is finally underway.

Is Open Interest the Missing Signal in Options Trading?

Is open interest the overlooked signal that reveals where real risk and conviction are building in the options market? Market Chameleon’s Dmitry Pargamanik and Will McBride break down how traders can interpret open interest alongside volume and implied volatility to better understand positioning, sentiment, and price discovery.

Can Markets Shrug Off Tariffs and Tensions?

As global trade tensions resurface, markets are once again reacting to headlines around tariffs, geopolitics, and policy signals from abroad. Jeff Praissman sits down with Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy to break down what’s moving markets, what investors should watch next and whether earnings and economic data can steady the ship.

Why Chinese Markets Are Back on Investors’ Radar

Chinese markets are showing renewed momentum in early 2026, driven by advances in AI, a reopening IPO pipeline, and supportive policy shifts. In this IBKR Podcast episode, Andrew Wilkinson is joined by Xiaolin Chen of KraneShares to break down what’s fueling the rally and what global investors should be watching next.

Flat Markets, Big Questions

Markets may look calm on the surface, but beneath the flat tape are growing questions around rates, bonds, earnings and sector risk. In this fast paced Midweek Minute, Jeff Praissman and Scott Bauer break down what’s really driving sentiment and what investors should be watching next.

Drill, Baby… Maybe?

As 2026 begins, markets are digesting weak job growth, rising wage pressures, and growing uncertainty around energy policy. In this episode, Andrew Wilkinson is joined by Steve Sosnick and Jose Torres to unpack why oil companies are hesitating and why investors keep buying the dip despite the noise.