Inflation hasn’t hit every category the same way. Healthcare and education costs have surged for decades, while technology prices have fallen sharply. Understanding where inflation is concentrated matters for long-term financial planning and business strategy
The Supreme Court ruled 6–3 that tariffs imposed under IEEPA were unlawful. What does that mean for businesses, refunds, and what could come next? We break down the decision, the administration’s response, and practical considerations
Big Tech is opening the checkbook for AI. Amazon, Alphabet, Meta, and Microsoft are on track to spend nearly $650+ billion in 2026 alone, even if it means absorbing short-term pressure on free cash flow. We’ll what is driving this spending surge, where the money is going, and what it could mean for earnings, valuations, and investors navigating the AI boom.
Global headlines can be unsettling—but history suggests markets tend to regain their footing. We look at what past events can teach investors about staying disciplined when the news cycle feels anything but calm.
A timely listener question also sparked a deeper discussion about how we evaluate market-moving headlines—and why news alone doesn’t automatically trigger changes to a well-constructed portfolio. The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts walk through the critical distinction between short-term trading and long-term investing. We explain how Henssler evaluates stocks using multi-point criteria and in-depth fundamental analysis, and why that approach aligns with our long-term financial planning philosophy, the Henssler Ten Year Rule.
Since the election, investors have been buzzing about the “Trump Trades”—the stocks and sectors expected to soar under the new administration. But did they actually perform? The “Henssler Money Talks” cast digs into the stocks that were supposed to surge, the ones that fizzled, and how chasing returns often costs more than it delivers.
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts break down “the market” by exploring the major indices investors follow every day. From the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average to the Nasdaq Composite, we explain what these benchmarks measure, how they’re built, and why your portfolio may not always mirror their movements.
With Europe’s valuations looking attractive and the euro appearing undervalued, Morgan Stanley envisions European equities outperforming U.S. markets in 2026. The experts from “Henssler Money Talks” examine that outlook, discuss ways to gain exposure to Europe, and consider how global diversification fits into a well-rounded portfolio.
Market ups and downs are inevitable — but your portfolio doesn’t have to take the full hit. Learn how defensive investment strategies like value tilts, low-volatility funds, and dividend stocks can help you manage risk without missing out on growth.
The “Henssler Money Talks” hosts dig into the drama of a government shutdown—what sparked it, what really happens when Washington stalls, and what history reveals about the real impact on the economy. We’ll focus on what really matters for your money and discuss the broader consequences along with what it might take to prevent future standoffs.
