What's Next For Markets

In this episode, Emily Needell sits down with Amy McAneny, partner and private equity tax leader at PWC, to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) and its implications for individual and institutional investors. Amy explains critical changes such as the permanent 37% top individual tax rate, increased standard deductions, and enhanced depreciation deductions for US-based companies. The episode also explores how these tax updates impact U.S. businesses, potential benefits for retail investors, and the international tax landscape. Amy emphasizes that while there are numerous tweaks and improvements, the bill is largely positive for investment growth and economic stability.For full disclosure information visit: http://www.pipersandler.com/researchdisclosures

In this episode, we’re joined by Danny Kirsch, Head of Options Strategy and the Trading Team at Piper Sandler. We recap the year’s market activity, discuss notable trading strategies, and look ahead to year-end and early-2025 positioning. Topics include key market catalysts, a standout options trade involving retail and the financial sector as optimistic bets for next year, and the potential impact of Fed rate cuts. We also cover shifting sentiment around AI and big tech, the influence of upcoming tax refunds, and how ongoing tariff-related court cases could shape the market. Danny also breaks down his approach to trading around holiday periods and explains how volatility and delta decay can contribute to end-of-year rallies.For full disclosure information visit: http://www.pipersandler.com/researchdisclosures

In this episode, we discuss the market outlook and the economic cycle through Michael’s HOPE framework. We outline the four pillars—Housing, Orders, Profits, and Employment—and examine current themes, including an “E-shaped” economy. The conversation explores leading indicators that may signal improvement in 2026, trends in the housing market, and the broader impact of employment dynamics on growth. Michael remains optimistic about a gradual economic recovery and a steady improvement across key sectors in the coming years.For full disclosure information visit: http://www.pipersandler.com/researchdisclosures

In this episode, we recap our recent travels across Europe and the U.S., highlighting what we heard from clients and how market sentiment is shifting on both sides of the Atlantic. We break down the evolving investor outlook—especially growing concerns around interest rates, wage pressures, and unemployment trends. We also explore Bitcoin’s position as a high-beta asset increasingly tied to broader risk sentiment, and assess how a potential Fed rate cut in December could shape market dynamics. Finally, we discuss why mortgage applications and housing data remain critical indicators for gauging the economic backdrop as we look ahead to 2026.For full disclosure information visit: http://www.pipersandler.com/researchdisclosures

In this episode, we talk with Emily Needell Deputy Chief Investment Strategist at Piper Sandler, to discuss the dominance of 'The Mag Seven’. We delve into the unprecedented returns of these companies, over the past decade. The conversation covers the implications of these outsized returns on the market dynamics, the distortion they create, and the shifting definitions of what it means to outperform the market. They also explore the impact of passive funds on these mega-cap stocks and debate the potential for improved market breadth in the future. The discussion wraps up with insights into what better breadth means for diverse market segments without necessarily signaling a decline for the Mag Seven.For full disclosure information visit: http://www.pipersandler.com/researchdisclosures