MRKT Matrix
RiskReversal Media
MRKT Matrix by RiskReversal is your daily dose of the biggest money-making (or losing) stories in the stock market, economy, and tech. In a few minutes, each episode recaps the top business news headlines of the trading session without you having to listen to Guy Adami and Dan Nathan’s voices! From what’s driving the market to breakthroughs in AI, the latest earnings and everything in between, MRKT Matrix cuts through the noise and keeps you up-to-date on the top investing trends you need to know.New episodes drop daily shortly after the markets close. Subscribe now wherever you listen to podcasts.Curation by RiskReversal, scripts by Perplexity Pro, voice by ElevenLabs.NOTE: All episodes of MRKT Call have moved to YouTube exclusively. Subscribe and watch Monday-Thursday at YouTube.com/RiskReversalMedia
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Mar 4, 2026 • 8min
Stocks Turn Green For The Week, Looking Past Iran Conflict
Markets rebound as oil and data ease fears of a wider slowdown. Discussion of Strait of Hormuz risks and how oil disruption could spark global inflation. Coverage of a major Fed nomination and questions about central bank independence. Analysis of rising 401(k) hardship withdrawals and uneven payroll gains. Tech headlines include NVIDIA's accounting shift and big AI investments, plus chip-price tactics from Apple.
Mar 3, 2026 • 6min
Stocks Remain Resilient Despite Middle East Conflict
Markets shake off Middle East tensions while stocks show resilience amid big intraday swings. Dollar rallies back to safe-haven status as oil and yield fears rise. Private credit faces pressure with notable fund redemptions and liquidity worries. Tech news includes Apple’s pricier AI-focused MacBooks and debate over layoffs tied to artificial intelligence.
Mar 2, 2026 • 9min
Stocks Undeterred By Iranian Conflict
Markets shrugged off U.S.-Iran strikes as traders bought the dip and mega-cap tech rotated back in. Oil and mortgage rates moved sharply, stirring recession and housing concerns. Hedge funds and prediction markets recalibrated geopolitical bets. Apple launched new, lower-cost hardware while NVIDIA struck an optics partnership and drew fresh buy calls. AI services faced outages and Musk-linked firms moved to cut huge debt.
Feb 27, 2026 • 8min
Hot Inflations + AI Concerns = Down Day For Stocks
Markets reel after a hotter-than-expected inflation read sparks a big Dow drop. AI worries and heavy tech spending amplify volatility across software and financial stocks. Big moves in banking tied to private credit concerns grab attention. Major AI and IPO headlines surface, including huge fundraising and potential SpaceX filing.
Feb 26, 2026 • 8min
Even Nvidia Earnings Can't Lift Markets Higher
Markets wobble despite big tech headlines as Nvidia’s rally fades and investors fret about AI demand. Traders scramble into complex options and dispersion trades to hedge against volatility. Memory chip shortages threaten a sharp smartphone sales drop. Amazon’s potential multibillion investment in AI hinges on milestones and an IPO. Mortgage rates dip below 6%, which could stir housing activity.
Feb 25, 2026 • 7min
Stocks Rise Ahead of Nvidia Earnings
Markets climb as chip and software names lead gains ahead of a major AI earnings report. Discussion touches on growing skepticism about AI-driven rallies and hedge funds betting against the hype. Worries mount over private credit defaults and pressure on private equity returns. Housing demand shows signs of cooling while mortgage rates dip and commodities trading faces a major technical outage.
Feb 23, 2026 • 7min
The AI Disruption Selloff Continues
Markets tumble on mounting AI disruption and tariff worries. Big tech and memory chip moves steal the spotlight amid compute and data center dramas. OpenAI’s Stargate struggles and space data center ideas spark debate. Amazon’s massive Louisiana AI build and mortgage rate relief add fresh market twists.
Feb 20, 2026 • 6min
Stocks Rise After SCOTUS Strikes Tariffs Down
Markets surge after a major court decision on tariffs and fresh trade policy plans. Slower Q4 growth and Fed uncertainty take center stage. Big moves in private credit and a large loan sale make waves. AI and chip wars heat up as Google and Nvidia maneuver. A new code-scanning security tool rattles cyber stocks.
Feb 19, 2026 • 7min
Stocks Decline On Private Credit & Iran Fears
Markets wobble as private credit withdrawal limits and Iran tensions rattle traders. Unusual sector swings and a shift from risky options to prediction markets grab attention. Big retail moves: Walmart’s grocery strength contrasts with Amazon overtaking it in revenue. Mortgage rates ease while imports hit record highs and fintech lenders report steep losses.
Feb 18, 2026 • 7min
Stocks Rise Despite Fed Rate Cut Uncertainty
Markets rally as Nvidia and big tech spark selective buying. Traders parse Fed minutes hinting at possible tighter policy. Tensions over tariffs and a challenged labor market make policy debates lively. Oil spikes amid U.S.-Iran brinkmanship and supply concerns. AI sentiment shifts: retail buying software while institutions pull back and trust-driven moves reshape ad strategies.
