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In today’s episode, Kip breaks down the market’s surprising resilience after Moody’s downgraded U.S. debt, stripping it of its AAA credit rating. Despite the negative headline, the markets staged a notable comeback, demonstrating classic bull market behavior with investors focusing on the market’s reaction rather than the news itself. Kip also recaps highlights from Charles Payne’s show, where top technician Rich Ross set ambitious targets for the S&P 500, Tesla, and Nvidia companies that are already staples of the VRA portfolio. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Tyler wraps up an exciting week for our markets and covers some of the key trends shaping the investing landscape for the second half of 2025. He also dives into how retail investors, dubbed the “Mrs. Watanabes” of the modern era, are driving the market’s resilience, outpacing institutional players who have been caught flat-footed during recent rallies.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a market session that looked like a near mirror image of yesterday's trading. He also highlights the continued leadership from the semiconductors since the early April lows, and explains why that is exactly the kind of action you want to see from this market. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today’s episode, Kip dives into another eventful day on Wall Street, where markets continued their climb except for United Healthcare, which took a heavy hit and pulled the Dow lower. Kip breaks down the biggest market movers, including soaring gains in Nvidia and Tesla, fueled by major announcements and Elon Musk’s headline grabbing speech alongside President Trump in Saudi Arabia.

In today’s episode, Kip breaks down a high energy start to the week in the markets, as retail and millennial investors continue to outmaneuver institutional titans. Kip dives into the ongoing saga of Trump’s China tariffs, dissecting the latest 90 day pause, fresh tariff reductions, and what this chaotic negotiation style means for U.S. companies and market momentum.

In today's episode, Tyler breaks down a good day of stock market action amid a flurry of global headlines. He covers the latest significant Trump trade developments and the major political and financial news driving historic levels of bearish sentiment amid record-high retail investor buying. Whether you’re feeling bullish, cautious, or just trying to keep up, this episode is packed with timely insights and analysis to help you stay ahead in today’s fast-moving markets.

In today’s episode, Kip breaks down the latest market action following a relatively drama free Fed meeting and takes us inside the day’s key movers, including a rally led by semiconductors and tech stocks. Kip dives into why the chip sector’s performance and Tesla’s next moves could signal a big shift for the broader market and explains why all eyes should be on these market leaders reclaiming their 200 day moving averages.

In today's episode, Kip recaps the record-breaking nine-day run in the S&P 500, and breaks down a rocky start to this week's trading as our major indexes are at short-term overbought and near resistance levels. Kip also shares insights into the VRA Investing System and what he is watching for in this market right now. From technical market signals to geopolitics, you won't want to miss this episode of the VRA Investing Podcast.

In today's episode, Tyler dives in to another strong day for our markets, with the S&P 500 notching its 8th straight positive session. He also covers two very different market reactions to Q1 earnings reports from Magnificent 7 names. From there, he walks through today's market indications, sector performances, and gives an inside look into what the VRA is watching for next. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down the remarkable market recovery today and dives into a new theme we’re experiencing, which he calls “the wild west of free market capitalism.” He shares his perspective on the current state of market patterns, insider maneuvers, and how savvy investors can spot the tells that institutions and administrations leave behind. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today’s episode, Kip breaks down what’s shaping up to be a pivotal week for the markets. Kip covers the recent shift in sentiment as the rally continues after months of bearish outlook, and the critical role that upcoming trade deals, economic data, and especially major tech earnings—from Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and Apple—will play in defining the next move for stocks. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a volatile Monday to kick off the week for our markets, unpacking how retail investors have stepped up to the plate to keep this market for heading lower as professional fund managers head for the exit. He also covers last week's Zweig Breadth Thrust, and looks ahead to a potentially pivotal week this week for our markets. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today’s episode, Kip recaps an eventful week on Wall Street and dives into why recent market turbulence reminds him of the early pandemic day, though with a decidedly different outlook this time around. Kip unpacks the impact of shifting trade policies, the crucial role millennials (he dubs today’s "Mrs. Watanabes") have played in keeping the bull market alive, and what the latest technical signal, like the extremely rare Zweig Breadth Thrust means for investors looking for signs of a market rebound. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip breaks down a whirlwind day on Wall Street, diving into the latest market action following rumors of a possible U.S.-China trade meeting—despite China’s denials. Kip spotlights the rare and powerful “Zweig Breadth Thrust” buy signal, a technical indicator that’s only flashed 17 times since 1950 and has a 100% track record of the S&P 500 posting gains a year out.

In today's episode, Kip breaks down another rollercoaster day in the markets, marking back-to-back days of gains. Kip dives into the different angles of this two-day rally, from short-covering swings to market-moving headlines. He also shares a few real stories for VRA Members and business owners who are feeling the real-world effects of Trump's policies. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today’s episode, Kip breaks down a strong turnaround in the markets, highlighting a broad-based rally that reversed the previous day’s losses. Kip dives deep into what’s driving these moves—including eye-opening market internals, the latest action in stocks, and key technical signals he’s watching for signs of a genuine recovery versus just another bear market rally. Tune into today's podcast to learn more. 

In today's episode, Kip covers the market's rocky return to trading after the long Easter weekend. Kip breaks down the latest economic data and what the future of global trade may hold. He also dives into today's declines in our major indexes, the surge in gold, and where other opportunities may be in today's trading. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.

In today’s episode, Kip takes us through a busy pre-Easter Thursday on Wall Street, unpacking the day’s light-volume trading session and a hefty 527-point drop in the Dow, mostly blamed on UnitedHealthcare’s disappointing earnings and guidance. Kip dives into the resilience of the broader markets despite the Dow’s decline, highlights the surprising strength in market internals, and shares insights from his appearance on the Charles Payne Show—where he didn’t hold back critiquing Fed Chair Jay Powell.

In today's episode, Kip takes us through a volatile and eye-opening day on Wall Street, where big losses in the major indexes were led by sharp declines in semiconductors and tech. From Nvidia chip bans to a disappointing earnings report from ASML, today’s market action was driven by a perfect storm of bad news and mounting uncertainty over tariffs. Kip shares his take on recent comments by Jay Powell, his concerns about the economic outlook, and what the latest moves in gold, silver, and bitcoin might be telling us about where things are headed.

In today's episode, Kip examines the recent financial turbulence and draws parallels to the market action during the coronavirus "plandemic." Is the bottom in for the market? Kip covers what we see in the market today, and the potential flip side to the worst-case scenarios. Tune into today's podcast to learn more.