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Full Court Finance

285 episodes - English - Latest episode: 17 days ago - ★★★★ - 48 ratings

Each week, Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the most important stories from the investment and financial world.

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Sports Betting & Esports: What’s Next and How to Invest

July 08, 2019 19:42 - 18 minutes - 42.3 MB

Ben Rains dives into the latest news from the world of legalized sports gambling and esports. The episode also breaks down the companies, industries, and stocks that stand to benefit from the expansion of these two growing markets. (1:00) - New Jersey Becoming Bigger Than Vegas: Sports Betting Explosion  (9:35) - Simon Property Group Invests Into Esports (15:15) - Ways To Invest In The Gaming Industry [email protected]  

What’s Next for Nike (NKE) Stock in Fiscal 2020 Amid Digital Expansion?

July 01, 2019 17:26 - 17 minutes - 39.2 MB

Ben Rains breakdown Nike’s fourth-quarter fiscal 2019 financial results and takes a look at what’s next for the sportswear powerhouse as it expands its digital business. (0:30) - Nike Earnings Overview (6:20) - Breaking Down Nike's Conference Call (15:10) - Big Takeaways From Nike's Earnings Report [email protected]

What to Expect from Nike’s (NKE) Q4 2019 Earnings Results

June 25, 2019 16:54 - 20 minutes - 46.2 MB

Welcome to the latest episode of the Full-Court Finance podcast from Zacks Investment Research where Associate Stock Strategist Ben Rains dives into what investors should expect from Nike’s (NKE) Q4 fiscal 2019 financial results that are due out Thursday, June 27. This includes a breakdown of Nike’s key North American and Greater China segments and much more. (0:40) - Overview of Nike's Valuation  (4:30) - Nike's Concerns With Currency Headwinds, Tariffs and Competition (10:10) - What To...

Microsoft vs. Google: Who Will Win the Cloud Gaming Battle?

June 17, 2019 16:31 - 19 minutes - 43.7 MB

Ben Rains dives into what we know about Google parent Alphabet Inc.’s (GOOGL) foray into cloud gaming with Stadia. Then we break downMicrosoft’s (MSFT) gaming future and discuss the massive video game industry as a whole to see which company might come out on top. (0:30) - Microsoft and Google Make Moves Into Cloud Gaming (2:15) - Google Stadia: What Should You Expect? (9:30) - Microsoft's Project xCloud and Project Scarlett (17:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] 

Peloton: The Next Hot IPO of 2019?

June 10, 2019 16:55 - 15 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ben Rains dives into connected bike firm Peloton Interactive Inc. after it filed confidentially for an initial public offering. The announcement comes on the heels of Beyond Meat’s (BYND) early success and during a busy time for much-hyped giants like Uber (UBER). (0:40) - Beyond Meat's Earnings Overview (3:10) - Peloton Files For IPO: What You Need To Know (11:50) - Product Expansion and Past Performance (14:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

3 Sportswear Retail Stocks to Buy Right Now

June 03, 2019 18:28 - 19 minutes - 45.6 MB

 Ben Rains dives into three sports-based retail stocks to buy right now (0:30) - Is It Time to invest In Deckers Outdoor? (8:25) - Columbia Sportswear: Why It's a Zacks Rank #2 Buy (12:50) - Under Armour’s Restructuring: Is It Time To Buy? (18:45) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

What’s Next for Foot Locker & Why Lululemon Looks Like a Buy Before Earnings

May 28, 2019 16:10 - 21 minutes - 50.1 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Foot Locker’s (FL) first quarter fiscal 2019 financial results that caused a huge one-day selloff. The episode then dives into why Lululemon (LULU) stock looks like a buy heading into its anticipated Q1 earnings release later this week. (1:00) - Tariff Impacts On Foot Locker and Others (9:45) - Lululemon's Growth and Expanded Product Lineup (16:00) - A Look Ahead at Lululemon’s Earnings Report (19:40) - 5 Year Performance Breakdown [email protected]

IPO All-Star Beyond Meat (BYND) Utilizes Athletes to Expand Plant-Based Meat Business

May 20, 2019 17:09 - 17 minutes - 40.1 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Beyond Meat, Inc. (BYND) and its recent IPO that has seen it destroy Uber (UBER) and Lyft (LYFT). The plant-based meat maker hopes its athlete brand ambassadors, which includes NBA and NFL stars, can help it market its offerings on a mass scale to grow before some giants enter the playing field. (0:30) - Success and Hype of Beyond Meat IPO (10:25) - Is It Growing Too Much Too Fast? (13:40) - Alternate Food Market: Who Is The Target Audience? [email protected]

What’s Next for (DIS) Stock Amid Disney & ESPN Streaming TV Push?

May 14, 2019 16:57 - 23 minutes - 53.1 MB

Ben Rains dives into Disney’s (DIS) future as the company embarks on its streaming TV journey to challenge Netflix (NFLX) and Amazon Prime (AMZN). The episode details Disney’s latest quarterly financial results, earnings call, and investor day to find out what we need to know about ESPN+, Disney+, and more. (0:30) - Breaking Down Disney’s Earnings Report (5:20) - ESPN Success and ESPN+ Performance  (17:00) - Disney’s 5 Year Performance: Direct To Consumer Push [email protected]

What’s Next for Under Armour and Adidas Stock After Earnings?

May 06, 2019 19:40 - 22 minutes - 50.7 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Under Armour’s (UAA) first quarter fiscal 2019 earnings results. The episode then dives into Adidas’ quarterly financials as the firm expands its e-commerce business to better compete against Nike (NKE).  (1:20) - Breaking Down Under Armour’s Earnings Report (8:00) - Positive Earnings From Adidas (15:30) - 5 Year Performance for Athleisure Brands (20:45) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Disney & Amazon Set to Dominate Streaming Sports: Who Will Join Them?

April 29, 2019 17:39 - 21 minutes - 50.2 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Disney (DIS) and Amazon’s (AMZN) early lead in the streaming sports world. The episode then dives into other companies that are poised for success in the booming streaming industry. (0:25) - Are Live Sports Holding TV Together? (3:50) - Disney’s Future In Streaming Services (8:30) - Amazon’s Effort In Live Sports Streaming (11:50) - Turner’s Bleacher Report Expansion (14:15) - Cord Cutting Options: Who Is Winning The Streaming War? (20:25) - Episode Roundup: Podc...

3 Sports Retail Stocks to Buy Right Now: LULU, VFC, UAA

April 08, 2019 19:02 - 17 minutes - 39.3 MB

Ben Rains discusses three sports retail stocks to buy right now as the market continues to hum along in 2019.  (0:45) - Is It Time To Invest In Under Armour? (6:10) - Lululemon Continues Its Rapid Growth and Expansion   (11:20) - VF Corporation Performance Overview (16:25) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

3 Outdoor Focused Retail Stocks to Buy Right Now: YETI, DECK, COLM

April 01, 2019 18:41 - 13 minutes - 31.3 MB

Ben Rains dives into three sports and outdoor-focused retail stocks that look like strong buys right now. (0:50) - Yeti’s Blowout Success: Recent Earnings Overview (6:30) - Deckers Outdoor Corporation’s Continued Growth (9:20) - Columbia Sportswear’s 2019 Strong Performance  [email protected]

What’s Next for Nike Stock & Why Lululemon (LULU) is a Buy Before Q4 Earnings

March 25, 2019 17:41 - 22 minutes - 52.1 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Nike’s (NKE) Q3 fiscal 2019 financial results that led to a small selloff on the back of lower-than-expected sales in a key business. The episode then dives into what to expect from Lululemon’s (LULU) Q4 earnings. (0:45) - Nike’s Earnings Results Overview (12:45) - Expectations From Nike Going Forward (15:30) - A Look Ahead At Lululemon’s Earnings (22:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Breaking Down Nike’s Q3 Earnings Outlook Ahead of March Madness

March 18, 2019 18:06 - 16 minutes - 30.8 MB

Ben Rains details what to expect from Nike’s (NKE) third-quarter fiscal 2019 financial results that are due out after the closing bell on Thursday, March 21. The episode dives into estimates for North America, China, footwear, and much more, with Nike set to take center stage during NCAA March Madness.  

Amazon to Expand Streaming Business, Alibaba Deepens NBA Deal & More

March 11, 2019 20:08 - 12 minutes - 29.2 MB

Ben Rains discusses reports that Amazon (AMZN) is looking to buy the YES network from Disney (DIS) as it tries to expand its streaming sports business. The episode then dives into Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba’s (BABA) new NBA partnership, before checking out the latest sports betting news.  (0:45) - Amazon Looks to Buy YES Network (8:10) - Alibaba Partners With NBA (11:00) - Turner Sports To Produce Gambling Content          [email protected]  

Puma Goes After Nike, Adidas & ESPN Jumps into Sports Betting

March 04, 2019 19:13 - 18 minutes - 41.8 MB

Ben Rains dives into Puma's partnership with global soccer powerhouse Manchester City and then takes a look at ESPN’s (DIS) first big push into the sports betting scene. 

3 Sportswear Retail Stocks to Buy Right Now

February 26, 2019 18:20 - 20 minutes - 47.7 MB

Ben Rains breaks down three of the best sportswear-focused stocks to consider buying right now.  (0:30) - Footlocker’s Current Performance and Future Projections (8:20) - Nike’s Strong Performance: Is It Time To Buy? (15:15) - Zacks Rank #1 Canada Goose: Outlook For 2019 (19:50) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

What’s Next for Under Armour Stock in 2019

February 19, 2019 19:01 - 19 minutes - 44 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Under Armour’s (UAA) Q4 and fiscal 2018 financial results and then dives into what’s next for the athletic apparel firm as its North American struggles continue?  (1:00) - Breaking Down Under Armours Earnings Report (7:45) - Long Term Outlook for Under Armour: Is It Time To Invest? (15:30) - Big Takeaways On Under Armour's Current Standing In The Market [email protected]

Fintech, Retirement Planning, & Small Business: What’s Up Next

February 12, 2019 19:29 - 20 minutes - 46.1 MB

Ryan McQueeney is joined by Chad Parks, founder and CEO of Ubiquity Retirement + Savings, to discuss the intersection of technology, retirement planning, and small business. Remember to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the show!

Breaking Down Disney & ESPN’s Streaming Future

February 11, 2019 17:18 - 20 minutes - 47.8 MB

Ben Rains discusses Disney’s (DIS) recent quarterly earnings results and dives into everything investors need to know about ESPN+ and the company’s streaming future. (0:30) - Taking A Dive Into Disney’s Continued Streaming Expansion (3:25) - Disney’s Earnings Report Overview (8:40) - ESPN+ Offerings and What’s To Come (14:15) - The Outlook and Performance For Disney (19:55) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

A Massive Bank Merger & This Week’s Top Earnings News

February 08, 2019 17:37 - 30 minutes - 70.3 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss this week’s blockbuster bank merger and recap earnings results from Alphabet, Disney, Twitter, and Chipotle. (4:00) - BB&T and SunTrust Merger (8:05) - Google’s Earnings Report: Rising Expenses (11:50) - Disney’s Earnings Report: (17:30) - Twitter Earnings Report: Stock Takes A Hit (24:15) - Chipotle Earnings Report (28:10) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts!

Alphabet Earnings Detail Growth Beyond Google’s Ad Business

February 05, 2019 18:22 - 13 minutes - 31.5 MB

Ryan McQueeney discusses Alphabet’s earnings report and explains why the company’s rampant spending in 2018 sets Google up for a life beyond its advertising business. (0:30) - What Can We Learn From Alphabet’s Earnings Report (3:05) - Positive Takeaways From The Report (7:50) - Breaking Down The Rising Expenses From Alphabet: GOOGL (13:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Super Bowl Spending, Streaming & Amazon’s Big TV Advertising Push

February 04, 2019 19:18 - 20 minutes - 47.2 MB

Ben Rains dives into the big business behind the Super Bowl as the streaming TV market heats up. Plus, we look at Amazon’s huge television advertising push and see who are the biggest Super Bowl spenders. (0:20) - Breaking Down Super Bowl LIII  (3:45) - Super Bowl Ratings (7:00) - Commercial Revenue: Who Are The Big Spenders? (13:30) - Amazon’s Continued Growth In Super Bowl Advertising   (17:45) - Betting On The Super Bowl: Sports Gambling [email protected]

Tech Earnings Recap & Why the Fed Sent Stocks Higher This Week

February 01, 2019 16:57 - 22 minutes - 52.5 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Editor Maddy Johnson discuss the Fed’s new dovish tone and recap earnings results from Apple, Facebook, Microsoft, and Amazon. (1:25) - Fed Bank Meeting Overview: No Rate Hike (4:15) - Apple Earnings Results (8:50) - Positive Earnings From Facebook (14:05) - Microsoft Earnings Report (17:45) - Amazing Earnings Report (22:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]   Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts!

Top Storylines to Emerge from Busy Week of Tech Earnings

January 29, 2019 20:33 - 15 minutes - 35.3 MB

Ryan McQueeney highlights the top storylines and talking points to watch for in this packed week for major tech sector earnings reports. (0:30) - Top Tech Sector Earnings Overview (1:30) - Apple’s Profit Warning: Should Investors Be Nervous? (5:20) - Upcoming Facebook Earnings: Business Model Troubles (10:40) - Public Cloud Wars: Microsoft vs Amazon (14:10) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Nike Continues to Expand with MLB Deal & The Streaming TV War Heats Up

January 28, 2019 17:23 - 17 minutes - 39.1 MB

Ben Rains dives into Nike’s new deal with Major League Baseball as it expands its reach as the global sportswear powerhouse. The episode also breaks down some news from YouTube TV and Hulu as the streaming wars start to truly heat up.

Wall Street Sees Heaps of Earnings Reports as Shutdown Rages

January 25, 2019 15:14 - 20 minutes - 46.4 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the latest economic data from China and the United States. The hosts also recap earnings results from airline stocks as well as Intel, Starbucks, and more. Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts! (0:30) - Government Shutdown Continues & Mixed Global Economics  (3:20) - Overview of Airline Stock Earnings: AAL, JBLU, LUV (9:45) - Earnings Overview of Tech Stocks: IBM, TXN, INTC (17:15) - Starbucks Earnings Report ...

3 Tech Earnings Reports We’re Watching This Week

January 22, 2019 17:59 - 15 minutes - 35 MB

Ryan McQueeney discusses the early days of Q4 earnings season and previews three of the tech sector’s top reports coming this week. (1:00) - Q4 Earnings Season Performance Update (7:10) - A Look Ahead At Tech Earnings: IBM, TXN. INTC (13:50) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Remember to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the show!

Bluetooth-Connected Adapt BB Smart Shoes & Nike’s Digital Future

January 21, 2019 18:48 - 21 minutes - 39.9 MB

On this episode of the Full-Court Finance podcast, Associate Stock Strategist Ben Rains breaks down Nike’s new Bluetooth connected, self-lacing Adapt BB shoes before he dives into how they tie into the sportswear giant’s overall digital growth plans.

Earnings from Netflix & Big Banks, & This Week in Cannabis Deals

January 18, 2019 17:02 - 29 minutes - 68.1 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss earnings results from Netflix and the big U.S. banks. The hosts also remember the legacy of Jack Bogle and chat about several new cannabis industry deals. (0:45) - Vanguard Founder, John C. Bogle Passes Away (4:30) - Q4 Bank Earnings Overview (9:50) - Netflix Earnings Overview (18:30) - Cannabis Industry Activity & Deals (29:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts!

CES 2019: What Google, Amazon, & Other Tech Giants Showed Off

January 15, 2019 16:20 - 13 minutes - 29.9 MB

Ryan McQueeney recaps CES 2019 and highlights the hardware that industry bellwethers such as Google, Amazon, Intel, Nvidia, & Samsung flaunted at the world’s largest consumer electronics show. (0:20) - Overview of CES 2019 (1:50) - Google vs. Amazon: Virtual Assistance (4:35) - Chip Wars: Intel, AMD and Nvidia (7:45) - Apple Teams Up With Samsung (12:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Remember to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the show!

The Biggest Streaming Sports Storylines to Watch in 2019

January 14, 2019 18:41 - 25 minutes - 59.2 MB

Ben Rains dives into some of the latest streaming TV news from Roku, Hulu, and others before he breaks down some of the biggest streaming sports storylines to watch in 2019 and beyond. (0:30) - Sports Streaming: Roku On The Rise (5:45) - Hulu’s Continued Growth  (9:15) - Disney’s Major Foothold In Streaming Content (15:20) - Chicago Cubs Network, Sports Betting And DAZN (24:10) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Netflix, Roku, & Chipotle In Spotlight After Wall Street's Green Week

January 11, 2019 15:46 - 30 minutes - 69.2 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson take on this week's top market headlines, including the renewed momentum of Netflix, Roku, and Chipotle as well as a batch of mixed holiday sales results from the retail sector. (1:10) - Netflix Wins Big At The Golden Globes (8:00) - Roku’s Preliminary Earnings Results (11:15) - Analysts Upgrade For Chipotle: New Lifestyle Bowls (18:10) - Under Performing Earnings Reports From Retail Industry (28:00) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Square, Roku, & Twilio: The Return of Tech Growth Stocks

January 08, 2019 16:25 - 19 minutes - 45.6 MB

Ryan McQueeney discusses Twilio, Roku, Square, and the state of trendy tech growth stocks as markets continue to rebound from a brutal stretch of selling. (0:20) - Beaten Down Tech Stocks To Watch (2:00) - Twillio Stock Surges Higher (6:50) - Roku’s Extreme Growth In Streaming Hours (11:00) - Square Inc. Gaining Back Ground (18:45) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

NFL Recap: Why Climbing TV Ratings Matter & Football's Gambling Future

January 07, 2019 19:53 - 21 minutes - 50.1 MB

Ben Rains breaks down the newly released 2018 NFL TV ratings. Plus, he dives into the NFL’s first-ever sports gambling partnership and what it means for the league’s future. (0:30) - NFL Ratings On The Rise (4:00) - TV Network Breakdown: Where Did The Growth Come From? (7:20) - The Reasoning Behind The Recent Ratings Lift (12:00) - NFL Signs Deal With Caesars As Casino Partner (20:45) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Manufacturing, Apple, & Jobs: This Week’s Top Market Stories

January 04, 2019 17:20 - 21 minutes - 49.3 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the ISM manufacturing index, the latest jobs report, Apple’s profit warning, and a major merger deal in the biotech industry. 1:15) - Overview of Macro Economic Reports (9:45) - Apple’s Earnings Report: Lowered Guidence Hurts Stock (17:20) - Bristol-Myers Squibb Looks To Aquire Celgene For $74 Billion (20:50) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts!

The Top Retail Industry Headlines of 2018

December 28, 2018 18:12 - 28 minutes - 53.2 MB

On today’s episode of the Zacks Friday Finish Line, Associate Stock Strategist Ryan McQueeney and Editor Maddy Johnson discuss the week’s wild movements in the stock market and look back upon the retail industry’s top stories of 2018.

The Best Sports Retail Stocks to Buy in 2019

December 24, 2018 16:00 - 15 minutes - 28.1 MB

On this episode of the Full-Court Finance podcast, Associate Stock Strategist Ben Rains takes a look at some of the best sports retail stocks to buy in 2019, far beyond Nike (NKE) and other giants.

Women in Fintech: Leadership in the Next Big Growth Industry

December 24, 2018 15:35 - 12 minutes - 29.1 MB

Ryan McQueeney chats with Jessica Wooke of RobustWealth about representation in finance, technology, and how women are shaping the future of leadership in the fintech industry. Remember to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the show!

Buying Stocks Based on 13F Fillings & Fund Manager Trends

December 21, 2018 16:24 - 9 minutes - 22.6 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson chat with Maz Jadallah, CEO of AlphaClone, about investing strategies based on the trends of hedge fund managers. (1:00) - Alpha Clone 13F Filings Batting Average Scores (2:30) - Are There Any Trends From The Recent 13F Filing? (5:10) - Do 13F Filings Show Us How To Invest Like A Billionaire? (8:20) - Does Luck Play A Role With Investing? (9:25) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts!

Investing in the Robotics Powering Retail’s Record Holiday Sales

December 18, 2018 16:23 - 24 minutes - 56.4 MB

Ryan McQueeney chats with ROBO Global’s Bill Studebaker about how to invest in the robotics revolution powering retail logistics during this year’s record-breaking holiday shopping season. (3:00) - Where Are Robotics Being Applied In The Retail Industry? (5:45) - What Could Be The Impact On Employment Going Forward? (8:50) - Employee Pay Hikes vs. Robotic Investments (12:15) - Investment Opportunities In Robotics and Retail (15:00) - ROBO Global Robotics and Automations Index ETF O...

The Sports Retailers Disrupting the Industry Heading into 2019

December 17, 2018 18:14 - 20 minutes - 47.4 MB

Ben Rains breaks down what Farfetch’s acquisition of sneaker startup Stadium Goods means for sports retail. The episode also dives into how giants like Nike have adapted with the times to becomes even more powerful.   (1:00) - Farfetch Acquires Stadium Goods: Breaking Down The Deal (8:50) - What Does This Acquisition Mean For The Retail Industry (14:40) - Companies Shaking Up Traditional Retail (19:50) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

UAA Sputters, Hemp Stocks Jump, & Robinhood Takes on Big Banks

December 14, 2018 15:43 - 30 minutes - 69.9 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the latest trade war news, Under Armour's investor day, hemp legalization, and Robinhood's checking and savings accounts. (3:30) - Trade War Update: Is Progress Being Made? (8:00) - Under Armor Plummets On Poor Guidance Outlook (13:50) - Congress Legalizes Hemp (21:00) - Robinhood To Offer Checking and Savings Accounts (29:20) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Make sure to subscribe and leave the show a rating on Apple Podcasts!

Tech Giants Face Trade War Tinged Legal Battles

December 11, 2018 14:10 - 17 minutes - 40.6 MB

Ryan McQueeney discusses the latest twist in the U.S-China trade war: legal battles involving some of the world’s biggest technology companies. (0:30) - U.S. and China Trade War Concerns Continue (3:00) - Huawei CFO Arrested In Canada (6:45) - Breaking Down Charges Against Meng Wanzhou (11:00) - China Bans Older iPhone Sales: Apple vs. Qualcomm (16:50) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Remember to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcasts if you enjoy the show!

What’s Next for Lululemon (LULU) Stock?

December 10, 2018 19:14 - 20 minutes - 47.8 MB

Ben Rains breaks down Lululemon’s recent Q3 financial results and dives into the athleisure firm’s future as it expands its offerings amid competition from sportswear giants. (0:40) - Lululemon Earnings Overview (7:00) -  Expansion Plans  (13:15) - Q4 and 2019 Forward Outlook (18:45) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

Stocks Struggle for Direction Amid Mixed Trade War & Earnings News

December 07, 2018 15:38 - 31 minutes - 72.8 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson recap the hectic week of headlines related to the U.S-China trade war. Later, the pair discuss a handful of key retail earnings reports. (0:30) - Volatility Continues With Trade War Concerns (4:00) - The Positives and Negatives Of The G-20 Summit (16:40) - Kroger’s Earnings Report (19:50) - Mixed Earnings From Dollar General (23:30) - Positive Earnings From Lululemon (27:25) - Ulta Beauty’s Earnings Report (30:15) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] ...

Esports Business Grows on Merchandise Deals, Olympic Consideration

December 04, 2018 18:53 - 17 minutes - 39.4 MB

Ryan McQueeney discusses the growing business of esports and the new ways video game companies are looking to cash in on professional gaming competitions. (0:45) - E-Sports Rapid Growth and Investing Opportunities  (4:30) - Activision Blizzard's Merchandise Deal With Fanatics  (9:00) - League of Legends Partnership With We Are Nations (14:50) - Is The International Olympic Committee Considering E-Sports? [email protected] Remember to subscribe and leave a rating on Apple Podcast...

Pro Leagues Embrace Sports Betting & the Basketball Shoe Market Expands

December 03, 2018 18:20 - 25 minutes - 58.9 MB

Ben Rains dives into the latest sports betting news as MLB joins the fun. He then breaks down another well-known company’s jump into the business of basketball. (1:00) - Sports Betting Update (7:45) - MLB Signs Multiyear Partnership With MGM Resorts (14:30) - New Balance’s Push Into Basketball (19:00) - Converse Signs Kelly Oubre Jr. On Apparel Deal (24:10) - Episode Roundup: [email protected]

The Fed, G20 Talks Create Blueprint for Stock Market Rebound

November 30, 2018 17:14 - 27 minutes - 63.8 MB

Ryan McQueeney and Maddy Johnson discuss the Fed’s dovish turn, historic Cyber Monday sales, earnings from Salesforce and Dick’s Sporting Goods, and what to expect from the G20 summit. (1:00) - Jerome Powell Speech Helps Boosts Wall Street (4:35) - The Turkey Five Historic Sales (10:30) - Earnings Report Overviews: Salesforce and Dicks Sporting Goods (20:15) - What To Watch For During G-20 Summit (26:30) - Episode Roundup: [email protected] Make sure to subscribe and leave the show...