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  • This Mining CEO Is Not a Gold Bug. But He Is Bullish.

    Explore the dynamics of the gold market, supply constraints, technological innovations, gold as a currency, and technology in mining efficiency, with Agnico Eagle Mines CEO Ammar Al-Joundi.

    00:00 Introduction

    03:30 Drivers of Gold Prices

    14:38 Challenges to Gold's Bullish Outlook

    17:24 Supply Constraints in Gold Mining

    21:33 Advantages of Operating in Developed Markets

    25:56 Investor Perspectives on Gold Mining

    32:38 Leveraging Technology for Efficiency

    42:05 Trend or Fad?

    48 min
  • The Tax Changes Nobody Is Talking About

    Explore the biggest tax planning changes of 2026, the One Big Beautiful Act, Roth conversion pitfalls, and how AI is reshaping wealth management, with Wealth.com Senior Tax Strategist Shane Ball.

    00:00 Introduction

    08:28 The Role of Technology in Tax Planning

    17:08 Common Tax Mistakes and Best Practices

    17:56 Navigating State and Federal Tax Provisions

    18:28 Understanding Roth Conversions

    25:09 Integrating Estate and Tax Planning

    27:17 The Future of Tax Policy

    31:46 Investment Trends and Insights

    34:24 Trend or Fad?

    39 min
  • How AI is Shaping Next-Gen Manufacturing

    Explore how AI is transforming industrial automation, machine learning, autonomous manufacturing, and the key workforce skills required, with Rockwell Automation VP Jordan Reynolds.

    00:00 Introduction

    02:18 Rockwell Automation's Role in Industrial AI

    06:03 Adaptable Learning: The Next Inflection Point of Automation

    16:39 The Rise of Learning and Adaptation in Automation

    29:49 Jobs and Skills in the Age of AI

    31:16 The Human Role in Autonomous Manufacturing

    35:47 AI's Impact on Supply Chains and Scarcity

    44:23 Trend or Fad?

    51 min
  • The Human Role in Modern Financial Advice

    Explore how fintech and AI expand access to personalized financial guidance, regardless of wealth level, and why human connection is vital in the age of AI with Connective CEO Ian Rosen.

    00:00 Introduction

    02:49 The Gaps in Financial Education and Advisory Services

    09:08 Building Trust in Financial Services

    13:03 Addressing Financial Anxiety and Health

    14:37 The Journey to Founding Connective

    23:08 The Future of Human Connection in Wealth Management

    31:36 The Ripple Effect of Financial Support

    32:31 The Need for Financial Professionals

    42:24 Trend or Fad?

    47 min
  • Dave Nadig's ETF Reality Check for 2026

    Explore today's ETF landscape, including retail usage, AI in portfolios, market outlook, regulations, and the rise of active ETFs with President and Director of Research at ETF.com, Dave Nadig.

    00:00 Introduction

    02:27 ETF Awards and Innovations

    04:41 State of the ETF Landscape

    12:01 Regulatory Changes and ETF Launches

    17:59 Active ETFs and Market Trends

    32:04 Navigating the Challenges of Private Investments

    38:05 Emerging Trends in Investment Products

    40:23 The Impact of AI on Investment Strategies

    53:18 Trend or Fad?

    59 min
  • Why We Panic, Hesitate, and Chase Markets

    Learn about the importance of behavioral finance in understanding investor emotions, decision-making, and common behavioral mistakes investors make with Chief Behavioral Officer, at RFG Advisory, Brendan Frazier.

    00:00 Introduction

    03:29 Journey into Behavioral Finance

    12:21 Behavioral Mistakes Investors Make

    14:17 The Impact of Past Experiences on Financial Behavior

    22:43 The Rivalry Between Current and Future Sel

    25:15 Understanding Client Goals and Motivations

    30:50 The SAFE Framework for Clients

    38:11 Setting Expectations to Mitigate Fear

    42:39 The Impact of Technology on Human Behavior

    44:56 Trend or Fad?

    47 min
  • How Couples Can Become a Financial Team

    Hear how understanding individual money stories and shared contributions helps couples build a healthier relationship with each other through money, with Money Together authors Douglas and Heather Boneparth.

    00:00 Introduction

    02:06 The Book Launch and Reception

    10:59 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Financial Views

    21:05 Navigating Difficult Conversations About Money

    31:39 The Importance of Financial Knowledge

    32:11 Joint vs. Separate Accounts

    34:26 Navigating Financial Agency

    36:23 Addressing Non-Financial Risks

    39:43 Planning for Future Caregiving

    42:01 The Impact of Technology on Relationships

    44:30 Trend or Fad?

    49 min

About Trends with Benefits

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Welcome to Trends with Benefits, the podcast that gives you an insider's edge into finance, tech, and investing. Hosted by Ed Lopez, VanEck's Head of Product Management.

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