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Kristin Bentz, retail expert and founder of The Talented Blonde, explains how China's huge slowdown and lower gasoline prices will impact retail sales.  She then talks about her favorite (and not so favorite) sectors within retail including luxury, department stores, teens and restaurants.  Kristin also breaks down her latest travels to several conferences where she met with top retail executives.  She will tell you exactly what some of the biggest retail companies (Apple, Best Buy, Macy's, JC Penney and Wal-Mart) are saying about growth, their new initiatives and the economy. And she will tell you how this information could influence these stocks over the next 6 to 12 months.

We start today with a question for Howard how wants more info on Gold Standard Ventures (GSV). The next question comes from Richard who asked Frank about First Data.  Frank wants to know more about that 8% yielding stock, KKR. Mike asks Frank if he could explain what happens when a company issues additional shares at a discounted price. Does it dilute the original shareholders? Our last question today is from Ian who wants to talk about brokers and fees If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just . And don’t forget send in your questions

James Altucher, best-selling author and former hedge fund manager, shows investors an easy and safe way to invest in private equity companies.  He highlights the huge risks investing in this speculative market and how even the best investors lose money on most of these deals.     James then talks about the surging valuations in private technology companies.  He specifically breaks down fan favorite names like Uber and Airbnb.  These companies now have multi-billion dollar valuations.   However, James does not believe this market is in a bubble - at least not yet.   Finally, James talks about his brand new product called . James explains how he will tap his huge network of contacts and choose the top 1% of their best ideas.  And each month, he will share his new stock recommendation with subscribers.

We start today with a few comments for our listeners thanking Frank for having on his Wall Street Unplugged show last week. The next question comes from Isaac who wants to know Frank’s thoughts about the broader markets.  Robert wants to know more about “Liar Loans” and if Frank thinks there could be another problem brewing. Kyle asks Frank if he could explain interest rates. Our last question today is from Chip who’d like to know what criteria Frank use to disqualify a stock. If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just . And don’t forget send in your questions

Jonathan Awde, CEO and President of Gold Standard Resources, gives us an inside look at what's taking place in the depressed gold sector.  He explains why two recent game-changing events could be a sign that the four-year bear market in resources is close to a bottom.    Jonathan then talks about Gold Standard Ventures. The company owns one of the largest land positions in the Carlin Trend. This is home to some of the biggest gold discoveries ever made - including seven projects that have over 20 million ounces of gold each.   Gold Standard is a speculative company.   And Frank does not own a position in his newsletters or personally.  However, this is another junior mining name that should be on your watch list.  After listening to the full interview, you will see why the company has incredible upside potential once the resource sector bottoms.

We start today with a question from Peter wants more info about KKR and is it time to buy it. The next question comes from Joseph who wants to know how he can fill up his Rolodex with great contacts. Bill wants to know more about the market crash spoke about when he was on Frank’s show in August. Another listener wrote in to thank Frank for his report on Tesla (TSLA).  Our last question today is from Alex who comments on driverless cars, Tesla and Uber.  If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

Cactus Schroeder, Founder of Chisholm Exploration and oil veteran who has been drilling wells in Texas for more than 40-years, gives us an inside look at what's really taking place inside the Texas oil patch. He explains how massive cap-ex cuts, an cutback in Saudi oil production, and the huge decline in drilling costs will eventually lead to higher oil prices. He also highlights why prices are much more vulnerable to an oil shock than ever before.  Cactus then tells us how an old form a drilling is making a major comeback.  In fact, this type of drilling is profitable at much lower prices since drillers can increase the amount of oil recovered by 25% compared to fracking.  He believes this could be a game-changer in the industry.   Cactus is one of the smartest men you'll find in the oil business. He has had personal interests in over 1,000 drilling projects. He was also credited with finding one of the largest oil producing wells in the Eagle Ford in 2011 - which he later sold to Norway's Statoil for more t

We start today with a question from Mike who wants to know about creating limit orders with extremely low prices.  “Can you discuss more about this type of trading when the market has huge pullbacks”? The next is a comment from Pete who wants to let Frank know that the commercial construction in the Midwest. “ “It’s finally come-back and its going strong”. Bill wants to know if it’s time to get into gold shares? Paul wrote in to thank Frank for the he did on Monday when the market had its big pullback. Our last question today is about stop-losses. If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

Larry Edelson, editor of the  newsletter at Money & Markets, is predicting a huge crash in the global markets.  More important, he says this massive pullback will start on October 7 - and then last for several years. By using cyclical analysis, Larry has a history of predicting major market moves including the 1987 market crash, the collapse in tech stocks in 2000 and the credit crisis in 2008. He is calling the next collapse in the markets "The Great Convergence."   In this interview, Larry tells us why the markets will start to fall on exactly October 7...  He explains why he is calling this cyclical downturn the great convergence... And he also provides unique ways for investors to profit from this eventual collapse in the global markets.  

Frank Curzio published a special podcast today to talk specifically about the recent sell-off in stocks. He tells investors how to position themselves in both the short and long-term.  More important, Frank highlights how this recent pullback is creating one of the biggest buying opportunities in the past 5 years.  He shares his list of sectors to buy (and avoid).  Frank also shares a list of more than 15 stocks that look incredibly attractive following the recent sell-off.   This Podcast is a "must-listen" for investors looking for a clear and precise game plan, or how to make money in stocks following the recent 10% pullback.  

We start today with a question from Rob who wants to know if Frank has read the recent report from the Manhattan Institute entitled . He wants to know what Frank thinks about stocks in these categories right now.  The next comment is from Mike who says retail sales in the Bay Area are booming and sends Frank a picture. Manny wants to know Franks thoughts about Apple (AAPL) and Apple pay. James wrote in mentioning to Frank that he like him to interview Dr. Joseph Kim the CEO of Inovio Pharmaceuticals (INO).  Alex asks a great question about the cost to produce alternative energy and its future. If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

Marc Lichtenfeld, chief income strategist at the Oxford Club and editor of the Oxford Income Letter, shares a simple formula investors can use to determine if a dividend is safe.  This is important since many companies - notably in the energy sector - are suspending their dividends.  He also recommends two of his favorite dividend paying stocks to buy right now.   Marc then explains why speculative stocks are suitable for almost any portfolio.  He shows investors - by using a four-rule system - how to find these potential 5-baggers without taking huge risks.     Finally, Marc breaks down the biotech industry.  This is a sector of the market he's been covering for almost a decade.  Marc suggests investors should be buying biotech stocks on the recent pullback. However, he explains why one particular area within the sector should be avoided at all costs. 

We start today with a question from Joe… The next question is from Tom who says three times Frank’s used him successfully as a contra-indicator. Jonathan wants to know why companies with solid businesses and strong profits are getting hammered. What’s Up? Stacey wrote in to thank Frank for his interview last week with regarding Apple. A second Jonathan wrote in to tell Frank he’s just binge listened to previous episodes. He wants to know more about Twitter. And one more question today from Andrew… He’s like to know Frank’s opinion on Disney.  If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

Ross Beaty, founder of Pan American Silver and 40-year mining expert, explains why investors need to be buying resource stocks right now.  He predicts gold and silver will be trading at much higher prices in just a few years.  This will push resource stocks extremely higher from depressed levels.   Ross then talks about his latest renewable energy project called Alterra Power.  Alterra operates five power plants totaling more than 550 megawatts of generation capacity.     He explains how the costs to produce solar, wind, hydro and geothermal energy have fallen drastically over the past few years.  This is why some of the biggest hedge funds, insurance companies and pension funds are pouring billions of dollars into alternative energy companies.     Ross is considered one of the smartest mining executives in the world. He has a history of making his early investors very wealthy.  This Podcast is a "must-listen" for anyone looking to buy resource or alternative energy stocks.

We start today with a question from Brian who wants more info about Apple’s numbers taking Frank to task on his previous reporting. The next question is from a listener who wants to know more about “the sum of the parts” especially when reviewing Altera Power’s (MGMXF) valuation. Vladimir wants to know more about Mylan (MYL) and Howard wrote in to say thanks about some of Frank’s earlier recommendations. Nancy wrote in with a question about Wynn. Should she take some money off the table? And one more question today from Greg… He wants to know Frank’s opinion on Twitter (TWTR). If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

John Petrides, portfolio manager at , says investors should avoid buying Apple on this pullback. He cites lower margins, weak Watch sales and little "wow" factor in Apple's next iPhone as reasons why the stock could fall15%from here. John also breaks down China.  He sees slower growth ahead which could push material stock lower.   Finally, John shares his favorite ideas. This includes three stocks investors should buy today.

We start today with a question from Augustine how wants to know about upcoming earnings in the Tech sector due to the crash in China.  And he would like to know more about Qualcomm. The next question is from Bill who wants to know more about the marijuana industry. M.T. would like to know the top three lessons Frank learned from his dad. If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

This week, Andrew Horowitz, Host of The Disciplined Investor, is just back from a trip to the real China and tells Frank that he sees real trouble ahead. It’s impossible to predict where China’s headed because you can’t believe any of the news they release but Andrew says what he saw points towards trouble ahead. Ghost town after ghost town… You'll hear him explain to our listeners why investors should be cautious over the next few months as its getting harder and harder to find any stocks to recommend. Plus, don't miss out on this... Andrew shares a few stocks that he is buying right now! Enjoy! Regards,   Listen to the latest show by subscribing to iTunes . 

We start today with a question from Evan who wants to know how we an spot a bottom in the gold markets. The next few questions are from Mike. First he wants to know about Palo Alto Networks, Inc. (PANW) and next he wants to know if Frank has visited Facebook yet. Eddie would like Frank’s opinion on the Preferred Shares of Magnum Hunter Resources (MHR). Daniel writes in to comment on Google and wants to know Franks opinion going forward. Agustin asks Frank if his scaling in strategy makes sense.  If like to know about Frank’s special discount offers just .   And don’t forget send in your questions

Marin Katusa, resource investing expert and founder of Katusa Research, just presented at the World Nuclear Fuel conference in Paris. This is where important political figures and industry executives meet to discuss nuclear policy.   He will give us the inside scoop of this exclusive invitation-only event. This includes why the largest nuclear producer in the world is seeing massive production declines and how American utility companies are not prepared for higher uranium prices.    Marin then discusses how oil prices are likely to fall sharply over the next 12 months.  He also talks about the latest pullback in Uranium Energy (where Marin is one of the largest shareholders), and his one secret to finding the best ideas in the resource space