Markets opened the year on a strong note, but headline risk and global uncertainty are rising. In this episode of The Lebenthal Report, we discuss how investors can stay focused on fundamentals while navigating unpredictable news cycles.

We're joined by Dr. Bobby Hoffman, author of The Paradox of Passion: How Rewards Covertly Control Motivation, to explore the psychology behind motivation, passion, and decision-making—and how those same forces influence investor behavior.

Topics include: • Why markets can accept bad news—but not the unknown • Headline risk vs. economic fundamentals • The truth about "fear and greed" in investing • Why passion isn't always sustainable • Self-control, long-term planning, and better financial decisions

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

Markets closed out 2025 with strong gains — surprising many investors who expected recession risk, tariff-driven disruption, and renewed volatility. In this encore episode of The Lebenthal Report, Michael Hartzman and Dominick Tavella break down what powered the market's resilience, why AI and data center expansion could shape the 2026 narrative, what to watch from interest rates amid a shifting Federal Reserve leadership, and how a potential wave of tax refunds may provide meaningful stimulus early next year.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

Markets closed 2025 with strong gains, surprising many who expected recession risk and tariff-driven disruption. In this episode of The Lebenthal Report, Michael Hartzman and Dominick Tavella break down what drove the year's resilience, why AI and data centers could dominate the 2026 narrative, what to expect from interest rates and the Fed transition, and how a potential wave of tax refunds could provide meaningful stimulus early next year.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

In this encore episode The Lebenthal Report, Author and Bloomberg News reporter Charlie Wells joined us to discuss his book What Happened to Millennials: In Defense of a Generation. Drawing from hundreds of hours of interviews with five Millennials from wildly different backgrounds — alongside hard data and economic context — Wells explains what really happened to this cohort's finances, careers, and lives. We dug into why Millennials were labeled "lazy" and "entitled" when the macro backdrop was anything but, how repeated shocks shaped their risk tolerance, spending, and investing habits, and why they're about to move from being the market's punching bag to its decision-makers. And yes, we talked about the big stuff: what Millennial leadership could mean for markets, housing, retirement policy, and voting blocs — plus whether the generation that survived three "once-in-a-lifetime" crises is actually the most battle-tested set of future CEOs and policymakers we've got. If you've ever wondered whether Millennials are unlucky, misunderstood, or quietly reshaping the economy while everyone's distracted by culture wars… this one's for you.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

In this encore episode, markets head into Thanksgiving with a bit more chop—even after a strong year—especially in last year's standout winners like tech, AI-linked names, and Bitcoin plays. Michael Hartzman and Dominic Tavella unpack what's driving the pullback, why healthcare has quietly led November, and how a healthy valuation reset can help set the stage for the next leg higher.

Then we're joined by returning guest Jeff Oak, a Vistage Chair, for a real-time read on small and mid-size business sentiment heading into 2026. Jeff explains why CEO confidence has rebounded from the spring tariff shock but remains stuck in neutral, what "profitless prosperity" looks like on Main Street, and why protecting margins matters more than ever. The group also digs into rising AI adoption among smaller companies, holiday-season expectations, employee engagement, and the challenge—and opportunity—of leading a workforce spanning five generations.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

This week on The Lebenthal Report, Author and Bloomberg News reporter Charlie Wells joins us to discuss his book What Happened to Millennials: In Defense of a Generation. Drawing from hundreds of hours of interviews with five Millennials from wildly different backgrounds — alongside hard data and economic context — Wells explains what really happened to this cohort's finances, careers, and lives. We dig into why Millennials were labeled "lazy" and "entitled" when the macro backdrop was anything but, how repeated shocks shaped their risk tolerance, spending, and investing habits, and why they're about to move from being the market's punching bag to its decision-makers. And yes, we talk about the big stuff: what Millennial leadership could mean for markets, housing, retirement policy, and voting blocs — plus whether the generation that survived three "once-in-a-lifetime" crises is actually the most battle-tested set of future CEOs and policymakers we've got. If you've ever wondered whether Millennials are unlucky, misunderstood, or quietly reshaping the economy while everyone's distracted by culture wars… this one's for you.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

In this encore episode of The Lebenthal Report, Michael Hartzman and guest co-host Tracy Byrnes sit down with John Eade, President and Chairman of the Investment Policy Committee at Argus Research, for a deep-dive into today's market landscape.

They tackle everything from the so-called "AI bubble" claims to the surge in utilities, data center infrastructure spending, and what investors may be overlooking as Big Tech shifts from hype to real-world implementation. The conversation also explores stablecoins, cryptocurrency regulation, interest rate expectations heading into 2026, consumer bifurcation, and the rising importance of affordability in economic policy.

Whether you're questioning the sustainability of AI-driven growth, assessing market rotation opportunities, or preparing portfolios for potential Fed shifts, this episode offers critically timed insights for investors, advisors, and market watchers.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

Markets are heading into Thanksgiving with a little more chop, even after a strong year — especially in last year's standout winners like tech, AI-linked names, and Bitcoin plays. Michael Hartzman and Dominic Tavella explain what's driving the pullback, why healthcare has quietly led November, and how healthy valuation resets can set the stage for the next leg higher. Then we're joined by returning guest, Jeff Oak, Vistage Chair, for a real-time read on small and mid-size business sentiment heading into 2026. Jeff breaks down why CEO confidence has rebounded from the spring tariff shock but remains stuck in neutral, what "profitless prosperity" looks like on Main Street, and why protecting margins matters more than ever. The group also digs into rising AI adoption among smaller companies, holiday-season expectations, employee engagement, and the challenge and opportunity of leading a workforce spanning five generations.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

In this week's episode of The Lebenthal Report, Michael Hartzman and guest co-host Tracy Byrnes sit down with John Eade, President and Chairman of the Investment Policy Committee at Argus Research, for a deep-dive into today's market landscape.

They tackle everything from the so-called "AI bubble" claims to the surge in utilities, data center infrastructure spending, and what investors may be overlooking as Big Tech shifts from hype to real-world implementation. The conversation also explores stablecoins, cryptocurrency regulation, interest rate expectations heading into 2026, consumer bifurcation, and the rising importance of affordability in economic policy.

Whether you're questioning the sustainability of AI-driven growth, assessing market rotation opportunities, or preparing portfolios for potential Fed shifts, this episode offers critically timed insights for investors, advisors, and market watchers.

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/

After years of underperformance, international equities are surging — with the MSCI EAFE up 27% and Emerging Markets soaring 33.5% this year.

In this encore episode of The Lebenthal Report, hosts Michael Hartzman and Dominick Tavella revisit their conversation with Anjali Balani, Managing Director at JPMorgan Asset Management, to unpack the forces driving this global rally:

✅ The "CVS" framework — Currency, Valuation, Sentiment ✅ How a weakening U.S. dollar is boosting global returns ✅ Why Europe, Japan, and Korea are emerging as equity bright spots ✅ Strategies for rebalancing portfolios and capturing international growth

🎧 Tune in to catch up on insights that could shape the next wave of market opportunity!

Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is a registered investment advisor. Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc is a FINRA registered Broker Dealer. The content of this podcast is intended for informational purposes only and is not intended to be investment advice. The views expressed in this podcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Global Advisors, LLC is available on the SEC's website at [http://www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._]www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Information about the qualifications and business practices of Lebenthal Financial Services, Inc and its representatives can be found on FINRA's BrokerCheck website, https://brokercheck.finra.org/