The IPO Frenzy Heats Up With OpenAI and Anthropic

Financial Planner or Portfolio Manager? Choosing the Right Advisor

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the key differences between financial planners and portfolio managers, offering practical tips on how to choose the right financial advisor for your goals. Later, during Winning Wednesday, the team celebrates a powerful mass baptism in Florida, where more than 2,500 people publicly declared their faith in Jesus Christ. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here [https://financialissues.org/become-a-partner/]! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today [https://financialissues.org/donate/]. Today's show is sponsored by Samaritan Ministries. Discover a Biblical solution to health care that empowers believers to care for each other's medical bills. Visit samaritanministries.org for more.

Berkshire Hathaway's Homebuilding Play Explained

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss Berkshire Hathaway's reported $8.5 billion acquisition of Taylor Morrison Home Corporation, what it means for homebuilding stocks, and how investors should evaluate major corporate acquisitions. Later, the team reacts to Anthropic's confidential IPO filing and the implications for AI stocks and the broader market. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here [https://financialissues.org/become-a-partner/]! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today [https://financialissues.org/donate/]. Today's show is sponsored by Timothy Plan. Learn how you can invest in a God-honoring way through biblically responsible ETFs, mutual funds, and retirement plans. Visit Timothyplan.com [http://timothyplan.com/] for more.

Breaking Down May's Market Rally

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to break down the stock market's strong performance in May despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty and discuss what could be ahead for investors this summer. They examine the latest market trends, economic developments, and opportunities that may shape the months ahead. Later, Mark answers listener questions about long-term investing in an era of rapid innovation, how emerging technologies may impact investment strategies, and whether there is an optimal time of day to buy stocks. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here [https://financialissues.org/join/]! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today [https://financialissues.org/donate/]. Today's show is sponsored by Pre-Born. Learn how you can save the lives of babies, and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, by visiting Preborn.com/fism

Software Stocks Heat Up After Snowflake's Massive Gains

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss Thursday's rally in software stocks after major gains from cloud data company Snowflake. Mark breaks down the outlook for software stocks and whether Snowflake is a smart investment. Later, Dan Steiner, founder and president of PreBorn!, joins the show to discuss the success and life-saving impact of this year's fundraising campaign. At Financial Issues we are in the middle of our PreBorn! Mother's Day Campaign. Join us in making motherhood possible and standing for life. Visit financialissues.org and click the PreBorn! banner to support the mission and help save lives. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here [https://financialissues.org/join/]! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today [https://financialissues.org/donate/]. Today's show is sponsored by Pre-Born. Learn how you can save the lives of babies, and spread the gospel of Jesus Christ, by visiting Preborn.com/fism

The Risks and Rewards of Investing in Nuclear Energy

Host Mark Minnella joins Seth Udinski and Sam Case to discuss the surge in nuclear energy startup Oklo and the growing demand for nuclear power as AI companies seek reliable energy sources. Mark also highlights the investment potential in nuclear energy stocks while warning about the speculative risks surrounding emerging nuclear startups. At Financial Issues we are in the middle of our PreBorn! Mother's Day Campaign. Join us in making motherhood possible and standing for life. Visit financialissues.org [http://financialissues.org/] and click the PreBorn! banner to support the mission and help save lives. Become a Financial Issues Partner today! For $132 a year, you get full access to our stock picks, asset allocation models, and so much more. Join right here [https://financialissues.org/become-a-partner/]! If you believe in and want to support the work of FISM, donate securely today [https://financialissues.org/donate/]. Today's show is sponsored by Crossroads Kids Club. Discover how you can support children, families, and churches with a no-cost club structure, curriculum, training, and coaching for local church partners. Your generosity helps make this ministry possible. Visit Christian Outreach | Public Schools | Crossroads Kids Club [https://crossroadskidsclub.com/] for more information and to see how you can make a difference today.