Trader Talk

• Smart investors protect themselves before the chaos hits

  Markets may look calm, but the real risks hide under the surface. In this episode of Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Amy Wu Silverman, managing director and head of derivatives strategy at RBC Capital Markets, to explain why low short-term volatility may lull investors into a false sense of security. Silverman explains how longer-term volatility is quietly rising as traders hedge against growing risks like tariffs, recession fears, and geopolitical uncertainty. They also explore how social media, algorithms, and fake headlines can ignite sudden market swings, leaving unprepared investors vulnerable. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/. Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Please email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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• Why waiting to invest could cost you more than you think

  Think you're too late to start investing? Think again. In this episode of Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Steve Sosnick, chief strategist at Interactive Brokers, to discuss strategies for investors who are getting a late start. Sosnick emphasizes the importance of risk management, advocating for a disciplined approach focused on capital preservation and high-quality dividend stocks rather than speculative, high-risk trades. They also explore the responsible use of options to enhance income, how AI and algorithmic trading are reshaping the markets, and why understanding your personal risk tolerance is crucial for successful investing. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/ Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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• Why defensive stocks could be your best bet in a wild market

  Think defensive stocks are boring? Dryden Pence, Chief Investment Officer at Pence Capital Management, says you're missing the point. On this episode of Trader Talk, host Kenny Polcari sits down with Pence, a military intelligence veteran turned investment expert, to uncover why defensive sectors like consumer staples, utilities, and healthcare can be your strongest allies in volatile markets. Pence explains how understanding investor psychology, economic fundamentals, and consumer necessities can help investors stay steady amid chaos. If market volatility makes you anxious, this episode might just be the reality check you need. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/ Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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• Bad trades are part of the business

  On this week’s Trader Talk, host Kenny Polcari sits down with Atish Davda, CEO and cofounder of EquityZen, to discuss how average investors can gain access to pre-IPO shares in private tech companies. Davda explains how EquityZen connects shareholders, often early employees at high-growth startups, with accredited investors looking to buy in before an IPO. With private markets becoming increasingly important to diversified portfolios, Davda breaks down how the platform works, what makes a company investable, and how these trades differ from traditional public stock transactions. If you have ever wanted to own a slice of the next big tech company before Wall Street gets in, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how that is possible. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/ Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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• Trust the process, not the pitch

  In the latest episode of Trader Talk, Kenny Polcari sits down with Chris Versace, chief investment officer at Tematica Research, to discuss how thematic investing can help navigate today’s volatile markets. Versace shares insights into identifying structural changes like AI, digital infrastructure, and sustainability, as well as building portfolios aligned with these long-term trends. They also touch on the recent rebound in tech, rising trade tensions, and shifting earnings expectations, concluding that clear strategies and adaptability are key to success in uncertain times. Trader Talk with Kenny Polcari on Yahoo Finance delivers expert analysis and actionable insights. Drawing on decades of trading floor experience, we empower you to navigate market volatility and keep your portfolio from getting burned. Watch more episodes of Trader Talk at https://finance.yahoo.com/videos/series/trader-talk/ Thoughts? Questions? Fan mail? Email us at [email protected]. Yahoo Finance’s Trader Talk is hosted by Kenny Polcari and produced by Langston Sessoms.

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