First Trust ROI Podcast
On the ROI podcast, we discuss some of the most important questions facing investment professionals today, ranging from macroeconomic views, to perspectives on the equity and fixed income markets, to insights on practice management. We aim to cut through the noise, examine the data, and provide fresh insights to investment professionals as they help their clients find better ways to invest…seeking to generate attractive returns on their investments.
Podcasting since 2023 • 64 episodes
First Trust ROI Podcast
Latest Episodes
Ep 64 | Dave McGarel | Navigating the Treacherous Descent from the Peak of Mount Everest | ROI Podcast
Dave McGarel highlights why sky-high valuations in 2026 are like lingering too long at the summit of Mount Everest oxygen is thin and small mistakes can lead to dire consequences. He explains the key risks ahead and points to where he see...
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Ep 63 | Brian Wesbury | Mr. Wesbury Goes to Washington | ROI Podcast
In this episode, Brian Wesbury discusses his recent testimony on Capitol Hill, First Trust’s economic outlook for 2026, and implications of overvalued markets.
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Ep 62 | Richard Bernstein | It’s Not a Horse Race…Boring is Beautiful in 2026 | ROI Podcast
Will the stock market finally broaden? Are valuations stretched? Will momentum stall for AI-related stocks? Richard Bernstein provides his perspective on these questions and others, laying out risks and opportunities for inves...
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Ep 61 | Bob Stein | What Surprises Are Ahead for the US Economy in 2026? | ROI Podcast
At the precipice of a new year, Bob Stein discusses the implications of a probable new Fed Chair, the possibility of a Supreme Court ruling against tariff policies, and the odds for mid-term elections.
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Ep 60 | Kevin Bishopp | Is AI a Friend or Foe to Financial Advisors? | ROI Podcast
Will AI replace—or empower—financial advisors? Performance coach Kevin Bishopp shares how financial professionals are already leveraging AI tools, potential risks ahead, and new opportunities to thrive in an AI era.
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