Down the Middle
Peter Mallouk and Jeff Stolper
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Hot Money: Private Credit and the IPO Frenzy
Summer is heating up, and so are the markets. This month, Peter and Jeff break down two of Wall Street’s hottest topics: the boom in private credit and the return of the IPO. What’s fueling the…
One America, Two Economies
The stock market just hit another record high; so did your grocery bill. That’s the K-shaped economy in one sentence. One American is getting richer, while the other can’t keep up with rent. Peter…
What Does Conflict With Iran Mean for Investors?
Over the past several weeks, tensions in the Middle East have intensified, raising concerns about energy supply disruptions and the potential for broader regional conflict. Peter and Jeff discuss the…
Why Investors Are Moving Away From U.S. Stocks
After a decade of outperformance, U.S. stocks have recently cooled. Peter and Jeff name several factors contributing to this shift, share major factors in the United States’ favor long term and…
How Oil Prices Impact the Markets and Economy
Peter and Jeff share how oil is priced into everything we do, discussing the factors influencing cost, what the political interest is and who the winners and losers are when prices are volatile.…
AI, the Magnificent 7, Tariffs and Looking Ahead to 2026
From the imposition of sweeping tariffs to Nvidia becoming the first $4 trillion — and later $5 trillion — market cap company, 2025 was an eventful year with much to take in. In this episode, Peter…
Long-Term Mortgages, the Magnificent 7 and More
In this jam-packed episode, Peter and Jeff discuss 50-year mortgages, the Magnificent 7’s recent pullback and low consumer sentiment before offering their tips of the month.Hosted by Creative…
How Does the Government Shutdown Impact the Markets?
This month, Peter and Jeff discuss two trending topics — the government shutdown and the likelihood of a recession — and the impact they're having on the markets. Plus, hear smart money moves to…
What Does the Fed’s Recent Move Mean for Markets?
The Federal Reserve recently lowered interest rates despite the market remaining near all-time highs — something that’s occurred only 20 times previously. Peter and Jeff discuss the potential…
Looking Back on Jonathan Clements’ Best Moments
Peter Mallouk recalls when he first learned of Jonathan Clements and how the two became close friends before introducing a clip show of Jonathan’s finest Down the Middle wisdom. He also shares the…
Concentration Risk, U.S. vs. International and the Bond Market Warning
We've seen weak performance from U.S. large-cap tech companies this year, but based on their stock market value, these companies still dominate the U.S. market. Peter and Jonathan discuss whether we…
Keys to a Happier Life
In recent decades, there’s been a lot of academic research on the topic of happiness — and the resulting insights can benefit us all. Peter and Jonathan share these insights and more as they discuss…
The Federal Budget Deficit
With the recent downgrade on U.S. government debt by Moody’s and a tax bill making its way through Congress that’s projected to widen the federal deficit by a quarter trillion dollars per year over…
Seizing Opportunities Amid Market Volatility
Why do many feel this year’s stock market volatility rivals much worse declines of the past? And why are the market’s moments of weakness such a gift for the individual investor? Peter and Jonathan…
U.S. Stocks: Where Do We Go From Here?
The U.S. stock market has had a rocky start to the year, with some indexes falling more than 10%. Peter and Jonathan discuss what triggered the decline and whether share prices are likely to struggle…
All About Alternatives
Peter and Jonathan discuss what defines an “alternative investment” and what investors can potentially get from these assets that they can't get elsewhere. Plus, a reminder to keep politics out of…
How Trump Administration Policies May Affect the Economy
The Trump administration has issued a flurry of proposals and pronouncements affecting trade, taxes, immigration, energy policy and more. What might these mean for the economy and financial markets…
Financial Resolutions for 2025
With the new year upon us, what financial resolutions should you be making? From lump sum investing to charitable giving, Peter and Jonathan share several actionable tips for the year ahead. Plus,…
What Investors Can Expect in 2025
With 2024 almost in the books, what will the year ahead mean for investors? Peter and Jonathan discuss the four major investment asset classes — cash, bonds, stocks and private investments — and what…
Financial Moves to Consider Before Year-End
With just two months left in 2024, time is limited to make important decisions affecting your tax bill, retirement contributions and more. Peter and Jonathan share the potential benefits of tax-loss…
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