The FarrCast : Wealth Strategies

The FarrCast welcomes back fan favorite Lester Munson with his decades of experience in foreign policy to help untangle some of the threads in geo-politics. But first, Michael Farr welcomes back Kenny Polcari with a primer on bargain hunting, and Dan Mahaffee with a look at The Hill. It's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

On this week's FarrCast, Michael Farr welcomes Bond Trader Scott Stroud for a discussion on what investors need to know about fixed income now that interest rates are closer to longer run historical norms. But first, Jim Iuorio joins for a review of the stellar first quarter in the markets, and Dan Mahaffee breaks down the, well, breaking down of the political parties. Never breaking down, it's the FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

The stock market posts it's best first quarter in five years as we finish March at new record highs. Michael Farr welcomes Jim Lebenthal for a discussion on what to do when the markets are at all-time highs -- and can it continue? Dan Mahaffee gives insight into the latest in DC, and for our special guest, Michael welcomes back Dr. Jeffrey Lacker, former President of the Richmond Federal Reserve. Jeff has been in the room while the Fed makes decisions and he gives outstanding insight into what the pundits -- and too many investors -- are missing about the Federal Reserve's next steps. It's another great FarrCast bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World. Listen today!

The first quarter is drawing to a close and the stock market flirts with Dow 40,000! Michael Farr welcomes Jim Lebenthal, political analyst Dan Mahaffee, and special guest Jack Bouroudjian for a trip around the horn. Can the economy keep chugging along? Can the markets keep rising? Where are the threats? It's another great FarrCast bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

The FarrCast returns with Michael Farr talking markets and strategy with Jim Lebenthal, politics and diplomacy with Dan Mahaffee, and in the special guest segment, Michael welcomes first time guest, Mike Singleton from Invictus Research. Bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

The FarrCast is back with your fan favorites Jim Iuorio, Dan Mahaffee, and Kenny Polcari! Michael Farr recaps Wall Street, Washington, and The World, and provides insight into threats, and opportunities, that may lie ahead. Listen today!

Michael Farr's travels continue and this week after a quick look at Washington and Wall Street from producer Harry Jennings, Michael delivers a speech on the challenges the American economy, and more broadly, America, faces. Michael argues the exceptional nature of the American experiment gives us the privilege of taking up the mantle of history. It's a thought provoking FarrCast -- don't miss it!

Michael Farr is traveling this week, but we were able to get Michael and Kenny Polcari together for a quick look at markets, and why investors shouldn't sweat the small stuff -- but keep an eye on the big stuff. It's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

The markets creep to new highs (S&P 5000!) and Michael Farr welcomes Jim Lebenthal for insight into how to avoid a misstep. Dan Mahaffee shares the latest from DC, and special guest Joshua Huminski gives us three things he'd do if he were President. Insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

As goes January, so goes the year, the old adage goes, and January has been a good one in the markets. Michael Farr speaks with Jim Iuorio about what's good -- and where threats may lie. Matt Leffingwell joins for insight into DC, and special guest and energy expert Daryl Owen shares his insight (and first hand experience) on Iran, the mid-east, and The World. Listen and share with friends and colleagues!

Markets continue to climb and Michael Farr welcomes Kenny Polcari to give insight into the positive start to 2024. Dan Mahaffee gives us a sobering primer on the mideast, and Michael welcomes Mark Hamrick, Chief Economic Analyst for Bankrate.com, who always has his hand on the pulse of the economy. It's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

A lot is happening across Wall Street, Washington, and The World, and this week's FarrCast runs a little long -- but is jam packed with information! Michael Farr welcomes our special guest, Dana Peterson, Chief Economist of The Conference Board for a dive into the year ahead. But first, Kenny Polcari catches up on the tepid start to the year in the markets, and Dan Mahaffee gives us the rundown in DC, and what the GOP infighting means for the government. Always bringing you insights -- it's The FarrCast!

The FarrCast is back with special guest Tony Dwyer, taking a deep dive into what has driven the growth of the capital markets in the past decade, and giving us insight into how to invest for coming decades. But first -- Jim Lebenthal joins Michael Farr to assess where the markets are now, and Dan Mahaffee returns to give us an update on DC. It's The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World!

The FarrCast kicks of 2024 with Jim Iuorio, Matt Leffingwell, and special guest, Lester Munson! Markets are starting the year with a pullback -- but that's not surprising after the hot finish to 2023. Michael Farr & Jim Iuorio discuss trends to watch (and others to ignore!) as the year unfolds. Matt Leffingwell is in this week, pinch-hitting for Dan Mahaffee, and gives us deep insight into Washington, while Les Munson helps expand our view beyond the beltway into what is the state of play in geo-politics around the world. Always bringing you insight into Wall Street, Washington, and The World -- it's The FarrCast!

Michael Farr's top picks for 2024!

The final regular episode of 2023 is a great roundup with Kenny Polcari on the markets, Dan Mahaffee on Washington, and special guest Greg McBride from Bankrate.com on consumer attitudes, and what hints it gives us about the markets in the coming year. Listen today!

The Dow crosses a milestone and the broader market approaches it's all time high. It's no time to be complacent! Michael Farr talks with Jim Iuorio on the latest market movements and the importance of a discipline. Dan Mahaffee helps us make sense of Washington. And we have a special treat -- fan favorite Jenny Harrington is our special guest! Jenny talks about her experience and how it helps to inform her understanding of the world. A FarrCast not to be missed!

This week we bring you a bonus segment -- the complete conversation between Michael Farr and Dr. Jay Bryson recorded on November 30. Dr. Bryson shares his insights into the economy, and what he thinks the most likely trajectory for 2024 will be. Last week, we edited the segment for time, but this weekend, take the time to listen to Dr. Bryson's complete comments on The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World.

This week we bring you a bonus segment -- the complete conversation between Michael Farr and Dr. Jay Bryson recorded on November 30. Dr. Bryson shares his insights into the economy, and what he thinks the most likely trajectory for 2024 will be. Last week, we edited the segment for time, but this weekend, take the time to listen to Dr. Bryson's complete comments on The FarrCast -- Wall Street, Washington, and The World.

This week we are coming to you with an abbreviated FarrCast. Michael Farr shares his thoughts on the current market, and observations from a recent investment conference where the air was filled with promises. Also, check out our other posting this week, the complete conversation Michael had with Dr. Jay Bryson from November 30.