IBKR Podcasts

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• The South Sea Bubble: When Dreams of Gold Ended in Ruin 01.06.2026 15min

  This is a special IBKR Podcast, the second installment in our series following The Tulip Bubble: When Flowers Cost More Than Houses. The South Sea Bubble explores how a wave of speculation, corruption and mass delusion turned a debt-restructuring scheme into one of history’s most infamous financial manias, leaving fortunes destroyed and lessons that still resonate today.
• Why Didn’t the Home Builders Rally on Moon Base News? 27.05.2026 8min

  In this IBKR Midweek Minute, Andrew Wilkinson speaks with Kevin Davitt, Head of Index Options Content at Nasdaq, about the relentless market rally, AI bubble comparisons, energy prices and investor sentiment. They also explore the surprising reaction to moon base headlines and why home builder stocks failed to participate in the broader market enthusiasm.
• Fertilizer Panic: The War With Iran Hits Global Agriculture 22.05.2026 11min

  As conflict around the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global trade, the world’s fertilizer supply chain is facing unprecedented pressure. Andrew Wilkinson speaks with AgResource analyst Ben Buckner about soaring fertilizer prices, the threat to corn and wheat production, and why the Iran crisis could trigger the next global food shock.
• Tech Rally at the Edge: Is the Market Running on Borrowed Time? 20.05.2026 6min

  In this IBKR Midweek Minute, Scott Bauer joins Jeff Praissman to discuss whether the tech-driven market rally is running on borrowed time as stocks push to record highs. They break down inflation, rising yields and Fed policy uncertainty to assess whether the current momentum can last.
• From Cars to Code: Why 2026 Is the Year of the Robotaxi 19.05.2026 16min

  In this IBKR Podcast episode, we explore how autonomous vehicles are shifting from distant promise to present reality, with 2026 shaping up as a pivotal moment for robotaxis. Alex Gunz from Heptagon Capital joins us to break down how software, data, and AI are redefining transportation, and why the biggest winners may not be the car makers at all.
• Cryptocurrencies – Tech, Tokens, and Unique Traits 15.05.2026 49min

  How does a trader or investor differentiate one cryptocurrency from another? IBKR and Bitwise Asset Management discuss a host of different crypto assets, as well as explore the technology behind these currencies, certain unique use cases, and an outlook on the ever-evolving digital asset industry.
• Thailand: Sick Man of Asia or Sleeping Giant? 13.05.2026 15min

  In this IBKR Podcast episode, Elizaveta Gridneva speaks with Andrew Stotz about whether Thailand is truly the “Sick Man of Asia” or a sleeping giant hiding in plain sight. Andrew breaks down the country’s macro pressures, market structure and valuation signals to explore whether Thailand is nearing a turning point for investors.
• How Do Traders Spot Opportunity in Option Chains? 07.05.2026 21min

  Think an option chain is just rows of numbers? In this IBKR Podcast episode, returning guest Dmitry Pargamanik of Market Chameleon breaks down how traders read between the strikes – decoding volume, implied volatility, and the Greeks to uncover hidden signals, identify mispriced options, and turn raw data into high-conviction trade ideas.
• Can Big Tech Keep Carrying the Market? 06.05.2026 5min

  Big Tech earnings are powering markets higher, fueled by aggressive AI investment and surprisingly strong growth but are valuations starting to matter again? We break down the tension between earnings momentum and rising rate risks and what upcoming jobs data could mean for the market’s next move.
• Commodities in Focus: How Oil and Geopolitics Shape Markets 05.05.2026 20min

  In this episode of the Interactive Brokers Podcast, commodities expert Will Rhind joins to unpack how oil markets are being shaped by geopolitics, inflation pressures, and shifting global supply dynamics. We explore what’s driving recent volatility and how investors can use commodities to diversify portfolios and navigate uncertainty with more confidence.
• Is Tokenization the Next Big Macro Shift? 30.04.2026 21min

  In this IBKR Podcast Episode, Michael Normyle from Nasdaq joins us to explore how tokenization is transforming collateral, liquidity and the speed of modern markets. Join us as we unpack what this shift could mean for investors and the future of finance.
• From Ceasefires to Software: Breaking Down This Week's Market Moves 22.04.2026 5min

  In this IBKR Midweek Podcast, Jeff Praissman sits down with Scott Bauer to break down this week’s market rally, from ceasefire-driven gains to the continued strength in AI. They also dig into earnings season, key economic data ahead and what it all means for where markets could be headed next.
• Is Gold Competing With Cash? 21.04.2026 10min

  Gold often leads inflation, but when central banks signal higher interest rates, that advantage can disappear fast. In this IBKR Podcast episode, CME’s Erik Norland breaks down how rate expectations, dollar strength, and central bank credibility are turning gold into a direct competitor with cash.
• Socially Acceptable Volatility Strikes Again 16.04.2026 31min

  Market swings are back! But this time, investors seem oddly comfortable with the turbulence. We break down why “socially acceptable volatility” has returned, what options markets are signaling, and how headlines, sentiment and skew are shaping the next move.
• Rally or Mirage: What’s Really Driving Stocks? 15.04.2026 9min

  In this episode of IBKR Podcasts’ Market Minute, host Andrew Wilkinson sits down with Kevin Davitt, Head of Index Options Content at Nasdaq, to unpack the powerful rally pushing equities back into the green. They dive into volatility trends, VIX dynamics and the evolving divide between software and semiconductor stocks to assess whether this surge reflects lasting strength or something more fleeting.
• Can Singapore Keep Its Market Momentum Going? 14.04.2026 22min

  In this episode, Jose Torres sits down with Geoff Howie of SGX Group to explore why Singapore’s economy and stock market have been outperforming with from strong macro fundamentals to rising AI-driven productivity. They break down the key drivers behind the momentum and the global risks that could determine whether Singapore can keep its global edge.
• Crypto Trends Signal a Seismic Shift in TradFi 14.04.2026 54min

  There seems to be a growing crowd who say, ‘Crypto is not going away.’ Given that, keeping pace with the ever-evolving, digital financial ecosystem appears key to grasping the seismic structural shift many think the traditional financial system is undergoing. In this episode of IBKR Podcasts, we discuss a series of current trends with crypto leaders Eliézer Ndinga and Adrian Fritz of 21Shares –from trading Bitcoin in volatile times, to its role as ‘digital gold’ amid a projected spike in tokenized real-world assets – to blockchain infrastructure, prediction markets, and much more!
• Right Direction, Wrong Trade: The Earnings Trap 10.04.2026 16min

  Even when traders correctly predict a stock’s direction after earnings, option trades can still lose money due to volatility shifts and pricing expectations. In this episode, Jeff Praissman sits down with Market Chameleons’ Dmitry Pargamanik and Will McBride to explore how implied volatility, magnitude of moves, and historical data shape earnings strategies.
• Navigating Equities, Gold, and Global Risk with Absolute Strategy Research 09.04.2026 6min

  In this episode, Jeff Marine of Absolute Strategy Research joins the IBKR Podcast to discuss how shifting macro conditions, geopolitical tensions and historical data are shaping current portfolio positioning. The conversation explores asset allocation adjustments and what investors are watching as market conditions evolve.
• Markets on Edge: Rates, Oil, and Geopolitics Collide 08.04.2026 6min

  Markets are reacting to a powerful mix of rising rates, shifting oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions. IBKR’s Jeff Praissman is joined by Scott Bauer of Prosper Trading Academy to break down the key signals driving volatility and what investors should watch as inflation data and earnings season take center stage.