Train Technologies is reaching milestones with its stock price soaring to all-time highs and the company reaching a market cap of more than 94 billion dollars. It's the latest focus of our new series, The Y behind the high, where we're taking a look at companies whose stock is at or near record highs. Train is among them with its business focused on sustainable solutions for commercial climate and HVAC systems.Train Technologies chairman and CEO Dave Ragnary joins us now. Dave, it's great to see you again. ...

[Music] [Applause] [Music] The big beautiful bill is now in the hands of the Senate and it may be a while before it becomes or some version of it becomes the law of the land. And here to talk with me about this is Lisa Featheringill. She is the national director of wealth planning at Comra Wealth Management.Lisa, welcome. Thanks, Bob. Great to be here.Oh, it's a pleasure to have you here. It will be a pleasure to have you talk about the big beautiful bill and where it stands and what you think will stay and ...

Small Business Optimism - The NFIB small business optimism index increased by 3 points in May, marking the first improvement this year, driven by improved expectations for business conditions and sales growth [2][3] - The index is now above the 51-year average, indicating increased comfort among small business owners regarding the economy's current and near-term prospects [3][4] Taxation Concerns - 18% of small business owners cited taxes as their most important problem in May, a level last seen in December 2020 [4] - Small business owners are concerned about the potential tax increase if the 20% small business deduction is not passed by the end of the year [6][7] Labor Market Dynamics - Labor market pressures have eased slightly, with fewer small business owners feeling pressure to hire or retain employees [8][9] - 16% of small business owners are saying that labor is their single biggest problem [9] - Industries like construction, manufacturing, and transportation are still experiencing pressure in filling open positions [10] - Small business owners in industries with higher levels of undocumented workers are feeling pressure and concern due to immigration crackdowns, emphasizing the need for a legal hiring system [11]

Wall Street is increasingly interested in bringing private assets to everyday investors. Financial services firm Empower, which oversees 1.8% trillion in 401k accounts for 19 million people, recently announced that it will offer private credit equity and real estate into some of its accounts later on this year. But there are certain issues tied to private assets and mainstream use.According to our very own Bob Pal, private assets can be complex and illquid, meaning they aren't easily bought or sold. These a ...

[Music] The itinerary for global markets this year has been busy, but the S&P 500 has barely left the gate, up a modest 2%. Meanwhile, several single stock ETFs have already gone long hole, chalking up 30 and even 40 plus% gains. And today, we're going to be we're going to see who's been filling up their passports with the juiciest returns.I'm Jared Blicker, host of Stocks in Translation. So, let's take a look at the country leaderboard. Greece and Poland are at the top of our list.Each of these European co ...

Tax & Healthcare Policy Revisions - Senate Republicans are expected to propose revisions to key tax and healthcare policies, aiming for completion by July 4th [1] - Revisions may include adjustments to Medicaid savings (slowing growth, not cuts), discussions on SALT (State and Local Tax) deductions, and the Inflation Reduction Act [4] Economic Growth & Tax Rates - Locking in lower tax rates permanently, including low corporate tax, is crucial for job creation and innovation [7] - Fully restoring key business provisions (expensing, R&D, interest deductibility) and making the small business Main Street tax deduction of 20% permanent are seen as pro-growth measures [7] Deficit & Revenue - Estimates suggest the bill could add $2.5 trillion (Congressional Budget Office estimate) to the US deficit over a decade [8][9] - Growth can significantly impact revenue, as seen in 2017 when lowering the corporate tax rate from 35% to 21% resulted in higher revenue collection than projected [10] Tariff Policy & Trade - The speaker is generally not in favor of tariffs, except as a remedy for unfair trade practices, as they can drive up costs, slow the economy, and invite retaliation [14] - Anchoring crucial security-critical supply lines in the US and running them through reliable trading partners is important [15] - Canada and Mexico buy five times more "Made in America" products than China, highlighting the importance of positive trade relationships with these countries [17] Foreign Investment - Republicans generally believe in the growth and importance of foreign direct investment, which constitutes a sixth of the US economy [19] - A provision was added to deter OECD countries from implementing global minimum tax pillar 2, which could weaken US growth incentives and sovereignty over tax law [21]

[Music] Welcome to Stocks and Translation, Yahoo Finance's video podcast that cuts through the market mayhem, the noisy numbers, and the hyperbole to give you the information you need to make the right trade for your portfolio. I'm Jared Blickery, your host. And with me is the people's voice, Sydney Frerieded, who's here to ask the people's questions, speaking as the people's spirit moves.First, please like, subscribe, and comment on Stocks and Translation on Spotify, Apple Music, Amazon, or YouTube. And to ...

Have you gotten an update from your team in London negotiating the China trade talks. Uh, we are doing well with China. China is not easy.I think we're doing very well. They're over there now. I'm only getting good reports.It's a little early, but they'll be calling in soon. In fact, probably when I get back, I'll have my first call from them. We want to open up China and it'll be a great thing for China, great thing for the rest of the. ...

A recent Charles Schwab client survey showed that retail investors are concerned over the latest shifts in trade policy with 60% of clients expecting equity volatility to return this summer. For more, let's welcome in now Joe Maza, Charles Schwab, head of trading and derivatives strategist. Joe, it's always great to see you on the show.So, maybe start there, Joe, big picture because I know you you survey those Schwab customers and and you want to get a sense of how they're feeling. when it does come to clie ...

Market Performance - S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite closed in the green on June 9, 2025 [1] - Dow Jones Industrial Average was flat at market close [1] - S&P 500 is approaching a record high [1] IPO Market - New listings reached their highest level since 2021, indicating a potential recovery in the IPO market [1] Market Influencers - Trade talks could influence the market [1] - Tariff and trade policy uncertainty continue to concern retail investors [1] Retail Investing - Charles Schwab discusses retail investing strategies [1]