Financial Issues highlights corporate pullback from activist pressure, recent legal and cultural shifts affecting major institutions, and what those changes suggest for markets and stewardship. The conversation explores biblically responsible investing, policy developments, and how public pressure and capital movement can influence corporate behavior. Mark Minnella, Seth Udinski, and Sam Case discuss these developments while taking listener questions and sharing perspective on current financial conditions and long term integrity. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today.

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Recent tax changes are explored with a focus on expanded child tax credits and adjustments to the alternative minimum tax, highlighting how these updates may affect families and simplify filing. The conversation introduces key differences between credits and deductions and discusses how these shifts could influence household finances. Mark Minnella speaks with Matt Armstrong, who discusses how Crossroads Kids Club works with churches to reach children through public schools and seasonal outreach efforts. If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today.

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Recent tax policy changes affecting overtime pay and auto loan interest are explored, with focus on how these developments may impact middle class households. Broader economic themes are presented, including agriculture trends, commodity pricing, and movement in precious metals amid market volatility. Cultural moments intersecting with faith are highlighted, pointing to public expressions of Christianity in unexpected spaces. Mark Minnella is joined by Seth Udinski and Sam Case as these topics are discussed through the lens of biblical stewardship. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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The discussion covers key economic and market developments, including a new U.S.–India trade agreement, strengthening U.S. manufacturing data, and recent volatility in gold and silver. The conversation explores how trade policy, tariffs, and supply chains connect to broader market momentum and long term stability. Updates on tax law changes affecting seniors and tip income are presented, along with listener questions on individual stocks, mergers, and portfolio balance. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Mark Minnella, along with Seth Udinski and Sam Case, discuss recent market volatility highlighted by sharp moves in precious metals and broader indexes while emphasizing prudence and portfolio balance. The conversation explores government shutdown concerns, tariffs and job growth claims, and how these developments may influence investor sentiment. They also introduce updates on tax changes, rising life expectancy, and what those shifts could mean for long term financial planning, while grounding the discussion in stewardship and perspective. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today.

Today's show is sponsored by Crossroads Kids Club. Discover how you can support children, families, and churches with a no-cost club structure, curriculum, training, and coaching for local church partners. Your generosity helps make this ministry possible. Visit Christian Outreach | Public Schools | Crossroads Kids Club for more information and to see how you can make a difference today.

In today's show, Mark Minnella, along with Seth Udinski and Sam Case, explore recent market moves tied to gold, silver, and shifting global confidence in U.S. debt, while highlighting how central bank behavior is reshaping financial conversations. The discussion introduces how portfolio diversification and rebalancing can matter during periods of sharp runups and volatility. The hosts also discuss listener questions around retirement accounts, Roth strategies, and navigating market swings with a biblically grounded perspective.

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In today's show, Mark Minnella is joined by Seth Udinski and Sam Case to explore recent market moves, including the S&P 500 crossing a major milestone and what that suggests about long-term trends versus short-term headlines. The discussion highlights Federal Reserve decisions, interest rates, and how inflation and valuation factor into current conditions. The hosts also consider the role of faith, perspective, and discipline when navigating market uncertainty and economic noise.

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In today's show, Mark Minnella, along with Seth Udinski and Sam Case, explore shifting market sentiment around the AI sector, highlighting investor behavior, valuation concerns, and the growing focus on hardware, data storage, and infrastructure. The discussion introduces how investor comfort and emotion can shape market cycles and why discipline and balance matter during periods of elevated valuations. The hosts also mention developments in U.S. steel production tied to technology demand and highlight broader stewardship themes that connect market activity with long term perspective and values. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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In today's show, Mark Minnella is joined by Seth Udinski and Sam Case to explore government funding battles, ICE enforcement tensions, and how political theater can ripple through markets and public confidence. The conversation highlights ongoing debates around fiscal responsibility, federal overreach, and the broader economic signals investors are watching. The hosts also discuss stock market performance under current leadership and introduce listener questions that frame these issues through a biblically responsible investing lens.

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Today's show is sponsored by Crossroads Kids Club. Discover how you can support children, families, and churches with a no-cost club structure, curriculum, training, and coaching for local church partners. Your generosity helps make this ministry possible. Visit Christian Outreach | Public Schools | Crossroads Kids Club for more information and to see how you can make a difference today.

In today's show, Mark Minnella, along with Seth Udinski and Sam Case, discuss how understanding investor risk profiles connects to personal goals, time horizons, and emotional responses to market swings. The conversation highlights how growth, income, and blended strategies align with different seasons of life and stewardship priorities. They also explore how faith, peace, and purpose play a role in shaping long term financial decisions while navigating market volatility and investment structure. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here!

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Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical needs through prayer, encouragement, and financial support. Learn more at SamaritanMinistries.org.