Behind the Markets Podcast

Behind the Markets

Jeremy Schwartz, Global Chief Investment Officer at WisdomTree and Jeremy Siegel, professor of finance at Wharton and author of Stocks for the Long Run, host this long-running podcast that dives into the how and why of market performance with leading economists and market strategists to inform you what’s ahead for the economy and your portfolio. Regularly joining the two Jeremys is the Deep Rooted Macro Team that decodes the forces shaping markets and portfolios worldwide. Chris Gannatti, CFA, Global Head of Research, offers an analytical and thematic edge—bridging macro trends with on-the-ground technology and innovation. Whether unpacking the infrastructure powering the AI age or latest biotech breakthroughs, Chris translates complexity into conviction. Jeff Weniger, CFA, Head of Equity Strategy, injects the pulse of behavioral markets and valuation discipline. With sharp macro instincts, Jeff dissects cycles, sentiment, and structural change with trademark clarity and wit. Sam Rines, Macro Strategist for Model Portfolios, ties the threads together—linking policy, politics, and portfolio construction. His pragmatic macro lens captures how geopolitics, industrial policy, and energy dynamics flow into real-world GeoAlpha. Together, the Deep Rooted Macro squad creates a fusion of rigorous research, accessible insights, and genuine debate. Behind the Markets provides a regular masterclass in how the world really works beneath the surface of prices, data, and headlines. Tune in to hear where the Deep Rooted Macro team sees the next big shifts taking root.

  1. Jun 5

    Risk & Reward with Ben Carlson

    Show from 2026-06-05 Host Jeremy Schwartz and Professor Siegel discuss the surprisingly strong jobs report, the implications for upcoming Federal Reserve policy, and continued strength in equity markets despite geopolitical tensions and questions around productivity gains from AI. Professor Siegel also comments on international diversification, the dominance of U.S. technology companies, and the disconnect between Wall Street performance and broader economic productivity. (19:23) Jeremy is joined by Ben Carlson to discuss his new book, Risk and Reward: How to Handle Market Volatility and Build Long-Term Wealth. The conversation covers investor behavior during bull and bear markets, the importance of diversification, lessons from Japan and international markets, concentration risk, systematic investing, trend-following strategies, and how investors can avoid common mistakes such as market timing while maintaining a long-term perspective. Guest: I’m the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. We create detailed investment plans and manage portfolios for institutions and individuals to help them achieve their goals. I’ve been managing institutional portfolios for my entire career. I started out with an institutional investment consulting firm developing portfolio strategies and creating investment plans for various foundations, endowments, pensions, hospitals, insurance companies and high net worth individuals. More recently, I was part of the portfolio management team for an investment office that managed a large endowment fund for a charitable organization. I’m the author of four books about saving, investing and money. In 2017, I was named to the Investment News 40 Under 40 list of top financial advisors. Every Wednesday, you can listen to a new episode of my podcast Animal Spirits with Michael and Ben. Fortune named Animal Spirits to its list of Best Business Podcasts. Investopedia named Animal Spirits to its top 10 investing podcast list. Wealth of Common Sense: https://awealthofcommonsense.com/my-book/ WisdomTree: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments

    1h 2m
  2. May 29

    Strength Beneath the Noise

    Show from 2026-05-29 Host Jeremy Schwartz and Professor Siegel discuss easing oil prices, lower Treasury yields, AI-driven market strength, recent economic data, and why investors should compare stock earnings yields to real bond yields rather than nominal bond yields. Professor Siegel notes that growth remains positive with no signs of recession, while also highlighting stronger money supply growth and upcoming labor market data as key areas to watch. (16:45) Jeremy is joined by Jeffrey Roach, Jeff Weniger, Sam Rines, and Chris Gannatti to discuss the economic outlook, inflation expectations, Fed independence, and portfolio positioning. The group examines consumer spending trends, opportunities in international markets with a focus on India, the outlook for oil prices following the Strait of Hormuz disruption, and sector opportunities across technology, healthcare, and biotech. They also explore AI infrastructure demand, government investment in strategic technologies such as drones, semiconductors, and quantum computing, and the broader implications of AI on productivity, employment, and future market leadership. Guest: Jeffrey Roach is Chief Economist for LPL Financial. Responsible for relating economic conditions with financial market outcomes, Jeffrey provides forward-looking views of global economic conditions and sets forecasts across various economic data series. Jeffrey is also a member of LPL Research’s Strategic & Tactical Asset Allocation Committee (STAAC), which provides a united investment view across a comprehensive range of investing disciplines. He provides regular, compelling insights for financial advisors and enterprise clients, and communicates the firm's economic views via conference calls, webinars, LPL events, and media engagements. Known for cutting-edge research across a career that spans over 20 years in investing and economics, Jeffrey maintains frequent contact with Federal Reserve economists, Wall Street analysts, and other leading global money managers. He’s an avid contributor to the financial press outside of LPL Financial and is a sought-after speaker. Jeff Roach: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffreyroachphd WisdomTree: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments

    55 min
  3. May 1

    AI CapEx, Fed Dissent, and the Bull Market That Won’t Quit

    Show from 2026-05-01 Host Jeremy Schwartz and Professor Siegel discuss the latest Fed meeting dynamics, highlighting the unusual dissents toward a neutral bias and what it signals about the direction of monetary policy, while also reviewing strong economic data including historically low jobless claims, resilient retail sales, and a solid GDP print. Siegel emphasizes continued market strength driven by robust earnings, steady consumer activity, and sustained AI-related capital expenditures, while cautioning that rising oil prices and gasoline costs could pose a psychological and economic risk if they continue climbing. (13:53) Jeremy continues with Chris Gannatti, Jeff Weniger, Sam Rines, and Michael Fridman to break down a pivotal week in earnings, focusing on the acceleration of AI investment, exceptional strength in semiconductors, and early signs of improving sentiment in beaten-down software names. The group explores major tech results including standout performance from hyperscalers like Google, evolving competition between GPUs and ASICs, and how shifting capex flows are influencing market leadership and valuation debates. They also discuss portfolio positioning shifts toward software, geopolitical considerations impacting defense and Asia, currency movements in Japan, and broader global opportunities, while reinforcing the view that strong earnings growth and improving market breadth continue to support overall equity momentum. Michael on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelfridman23/ WisdomTree: https://www.wisdomtree.com/investments

    53 min
4.4
out of 5
99 Ratings

About

Jeremy Schwartz, Global Chief Investment Officer at WisdomTree and Jeremy Siegel, professor of finance at Wharton and author of Stocks for the Long Run, host this long-running podcast that dives into the how and why of market performance with leading economists and market strategists to inform you what’s ahead for the economy and your portfolio. Regularly joining the two Jeremys is the Deep Rooted Macro Team that decodes the forces shaping markets and portfolios worldwide. Chris Gannatti, CFA, Global Head of Research, offers an analytical and thematic edge—bridging macro trends with on-the-ground technology and innovation. Whether unpacking the infrastructure powering the AI age or latest biotech breakthroughs, Chris translates complexity into conviction. Jeff Weniger, CFA, Head of Equity Strategy, injects the pulse of behavioral markets and valuation discipline. With sharp macro instincts, Jeff dissects cycles, sentiment, and structural change with trademark clarity and wit. Sam Rines, Macro Strategist for Model Portfolios, ties the threads together—linking policy, politics, and portfolio construction. His pragmatic macro lens captures how geopolitics, industrial policy, and energy dynamics flow into real-world GeoAlpha. Together, the Deep Rooted Macro squad creates a fusion of rigorous research, accessible insights, and genuine debate. Behind the Markets provides a regular masterclass in how the world really works beneath the surface of prices, data, and headlines. Tune in to hear where the Deep Rooted Macro team sees the next big shifts taking root.

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