Power Trading Radio

Another massive move down for the Ruble creates more global tension! Steve Misic joins Merlin to add his thoughts on the topic and where the plays may be. Steve stresses the benefits for options trading to capitalize on over inflated premiums at present moment. He also offers some insight into the US Dollar, Japanese yen, Aussie Dollar, and the Kiwi.

Russian central banks double interest rates from 8% to 17% in an attempt to bring support their crumbling currency.  This is also impacted by the release of the TIC long term purchase numbers which paint a dreary picture for demand of US Stocks and Bonds. Merlin addresses these issues as well as several other listener questions.

Merlin Rothfeld and John O’Donnell are joined by Dr. George Reisman for a look at the global impact of the current decline in oil, presenting many interesting trading opportunities. The trio also take a look at the US dollar, gold, and other commodities for future analysis.

CEO and Chief Investment Officer of U.S Global Investors, Frank Holmes joins Merlin Rothfeld and John O’Donnell for a look at the macro issues facing global markets. Demographics play a big part in Mr. Holmes’s optimistic view about markets going forward. The trio also look at the prospects for Oil moving forward and a potential bottom around $50.

The Vix shot up nearly 25% today reflecting fears of a market correction. Master trader, Steve Moses joins Merlin to break down the current market setup, and how options play a part in that. The duo takes a look at a listener question pertaining to some options on Lululemon, then look at the Vix and its market implications.

Merlin Rothfeld welcomes business owner and professional trader Demontre Owens to the studio for a look at how he got into trading and what he has lerned along the way. The duo also take a look at several stocks, including Wal-Mart, Facebook, Lululemon, nasdaq-100 and more. Trey offers a lot of insight into the old school “Buy and hold” investing philosophy.

So many major things happening around the world that are having a significant impact on our markets! John O’Donnell joins Merlin Rothfeld for a look at Global Debt, Commodity prices, the equity market bubble, consumer credit, and a potential market crash!

Michael Atias of OTA Tax Pros shares some end of year tax planning tips, and stresses the importance of not waiting until 2015 to start thinking about taxes! Planning ahead can have a significant impact on your tax return. He also discusses how creating a trading entity can save you thousands of dollars a year on expenses you were going to make anyway! This creates more capital to work with for your trading, or to use for life expenses.

Master Trader Tillie Allison joins Merlin to share her insights into the markets by looking at equities, currencies and commodities. Tillie shares with listeners some of her end of year routine as well as her thoughts on trading in Retirement accounts.
Tillie gives away her DVD “How To Retire With More Money Than You Need” to all callers on the show as well!!

The story of the year has been the drop in oil prices and its impact on global markets. John O’Donnell joins Merlin in studio to talk about how the dollar has impacted these commodities and the impact they will have on domestic markets, but global markets as well.