Trends with Benefits
VanEck
Welcome to Trends with Benefits, the podcast that gives you an insider's edge into finance, tech, and investing. Hosted by Ed Lopez, VanEck's Head of Product Management.
Episodes
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Jul 11, 2023 • 44min
A Robotics Rundown with Luis Sentis
Robots are becoming increasingly important to society and the economy as they change our everyday lives and transform industries.
Jun 22, 2023 • 29min
To the Widow Goes the Wealth
Learn how to educate and prepare family members for the wealth transfer to women.
Jun 6, 2023 • 35min
The Macro Economy and Institutional Investing
Explore what individual investors can learn from institutional investors in the context of today's headlines – the banking crisis, small-cap stocks and artificial intelligence.
May 23, 2023 • 38min
The Man Behind the Mic
This special episode of Trends with Benefits features an interview with Host Ed Lopez and looks back to how the podcast began.
May 9, 2023 • 32min
Brush Up on Brazilian Investment Markets with Caue Mancanares
Learn about the growth of Brazilian investment markets, including the impact of legislation on the current business climate and widespread crypto adoption.
Apr 25, 2023 • 34min
Financial Literacy with Lisa Crafford
Understand why financial literacy is important today and what advisors can do to help.
Apr 18, 2023 • 31min
Beyond the Trees with Laurie Wayburn and Anthony Gibbs
Ed gets a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the documentary "Beyond the Trees" which focuses on the unique management model of the van Eck Forests.
Mar 28, 2023 • 36min
Accessing Private Markets with Matt Malone
Learn about private market investments, how they provide more exposure, and how to determine if they're appropriate for your clients' investing needs.
Mar 14, 2023 • 39min
Saudi Arabia: A Rising Investment Destination with Ola El-Shawarby
This episode features Ola El-Shawarby who discusses the macroeconomic drivers in Saudi Arabia, including social and economic reforms and growing sectors.
Feb 28, 2023 • 27min
Caregiving Planning for the Sandwich Generation with Sarah Ricca
This episode offers caregiving tools and tips to those in the "sandwich generation" and explains how financial advisors can serve as a key resource when planning for caregiving.


