Ben Carlson

Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson, co-hosts of the Animal Spirits podcast, dive into the challenges young people face in today’s economy. They discuss rising youth unemployment and housing market obstacles, highlighting how age and interest rates impact first-time buyers. The duo explores how AI might replace entry-level jobs and its dual potential to disrupt or transform the workforce. They also analyze the shift of younger investors towards stocks, driven by housing costs and the implications of these economic trends for future generations.

Ben Carlson, Ritholtz wealth manager and investing writer, joins Ramit Sethi, personal finance author and Netflix money coach, for a lively debate on why many $500K households still feel strapped. They dig into lifestyle inflation, status anxiety, vague paycheck-to-paycheck claims, housing pressure, underspending, and the shifting meaning of feeling secure.

Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management and author of the popular financial blog, A Wealth of Common Sense, dives into how different generations handle money. He discusses wealth transfer challenges between baby boomers and millennials, contrasting investment strategies, and the importance of personal circumstances in home buying. Carlson also elaborates on credit card rewards and the role of technology in financial management, providing practical insights for navigating today's complex investment landscape.

Ben Carlson, head of institutional asset management and author of A Wealth of Common Sense, offers market perspective and witty takes. They discuss sector rotation, corporate earnings strength, AI-driven CapEx and productivity, international and small-cap value outperformance, and a sharp critique of unrealized capital gains tax proposals. Conversations also touch on Apple’s AI prospects and shifting global capital flows.

Ben Carlson, Head of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth and author of A Wealth of Common Sense, joins Callie Cox, Chief Strategist at Ritholtz Wealth, and Kunal Kapoor, CEO of Morningstar. They tackle market surprises of 2025, the implications of government spending, and recession risks. Kunal dives deep into how AI is revolutionizing finance and the growth of active ETFs. The discussion also hints at trends affecting consumer spending, investment behaviors, and the evolving landscape of private markets.

Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth and host of 'A Wealth of Common Sense,' joins the discussion to analyze market trends as we head into 2026. He highlights the struggles and turnaround challenges faced by brands like Lululemon and Netflix. The panel debates the implications of generative AI on market dynamics and stock picking, as well as the performance of big tech stocks. They also explore the risks associated with private credit and keep an eye on potential IPOs and future market leaders.

Ben Carlson, director of institutional asset management at Ritholtz and author of Risk and Reward, reflects on market history and investor behavior. He covers lessons from Japan’s bubble and 1970s inflation. He talks about the rise of automatic investing, why patience is harder today, retail access to private assets, inflation psychology, and two kinds of bear markets.

Ben Carlson, Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth and author of 'A Wealth of Common Sense', shares his expertise on investing mistakes. He discusses the risks of market timing and the pitfalls of following celebrity investors. The importance of long-term strategies shines through as he advises against selling during bear markets and overreacting to short-term volatility. Ben emphasizes the need for a tailored investment approach, valuing disciplined strategies over chasing trends.

Join Callie Cox, Chief Strategist at Ritholtz Wealth, and Ben Carlson, an investment analyst, as they dissect the post-election market dynamics. They explore the noticeable impacts of Republican gains on stocks and the rise of small-cap stocks. Topics include Bitcoin's potential evolution as a reserve asset and the economic implications of tariffs and immigration policies. The conversation also highlights market reactions to political events and the psychological factors influencing investor behavior, providing listeners with valuable insights into navigating current financial waters.

Michael Batnick and Ben Carlson, co-hosts of the Animal Spirits podcast and contributors at Ritholtz Wealth Management, dive into the chaos of the 2022 economy and lay out predictions for 2023. They explore the tumultuous tech sector, discuss the looming possibility of a recession, and analyze how rising mortgage rates might impact the housing market, projecting a potential 10% drop in home prices. With insights on shifting consumer behavior post-COVID and cautious optimism regarding the labor market, they tackle where the economy might head next.