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Dive into the heart of the markets with MarketTalk and Crypto Market Talk, hosted by Ipek Ozkardeskaya and Feyyaz Alingan. And explore Unlocked, Swissquote’s podcast that looks beyond the markets to unlock fresh ideas, inspiring perspectives and insights to power your next move. Every day, MarketTalk breaks down the latest moves in equities, FX, macro data and global market sentiment, while the Wednesday Crypto Market Talk focuses on Bitcoin, Ethereum, altcoins and major developments in the digital asset ecosystem. Subscribe to stay up to date with market insights, trading themes, economic news and crypto trends that matter. About Swissquote: https://swq.ch/48Qf9fN We are Switzerland’s leading bank in online financial services and offer our clients innovative and state-of-the-art solutions to meet their investment needs. Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, we have additional offices in Zurich, Luxembourg, London, Cyprus, Dubai, Hong Kong, Malta, Singapore, and Bucharest. Swissquote Group Holding Ltd has been listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (symbol: SQN) since May 2000 and is regulated by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA). As well as various online trading products - including stocks, bonds, funds derivative products, and cryptocurrencies – Swissquote also provides Forex, Robo-Advisory, and Mortgages solutions. Today, we are proud to deliver our services to + 500’000 clients with access to more than 60 stock exchanges worldwide and can trade over 3 million products through performant and secure platforms.

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August 18, 2026Episode 106310 min

Euro: looking past oil volatility

Global markets kicked off the week on a softer note, with rising yields and renewed oil volatility weighing on investor sentiment. The US dollar initially extended losses as softer US jobs, inflation and retail sales data tempered expectations for Federal Reserve tightening. But the move reversed as US crude jumped above $85 per barrel, reviving inflation concerns and demand for the greenback. In FX, USDJPY is pushing back toward the critical 160 level despite growing pressure on the Bank of Japan to address persistent yen weakness. Meanwhile, the outlook for EURUSD is becoming more constructive as the pair breaks out of its recent bearish trend. Beyond short-term oil volatility, softer Fed expectations, a cautious ECB and longer-term concerns around US debt and dollar debasement could continue to support the euro. But geopolitical tensions and a renewed European energy shock remain important risks to that outlook. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 17, 2026Episode 106210 min

Risks rise, but the bull won’t budge

Middle East tensions are back in focus as the US-Iran ceasefire nears its end and Israel strikes Lebanon, yet oil prices remain surprisingly calm as Gulf producers find alternative ways to keep crude flowing. Bond markets look more nervous: Japanese, Australian and New Zealand yields are pushing higher, but equities start the week on a positive note. Oil remains a crucial risk: another push higher could revive inflation fears, lift yields and challenge the rally. But as long as the latter is contained, the strong Q2 earnings, particularly from energy companies and banks, will likely continue to support risk appetite despite mounting geopolitical and economic risks. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 14, 2026Episode 106010 min

Mind the Yields

The S&P 500 hit a fresh record high as softer US jobs and inflation data pushed Fed rate hike expectations lower and gave investors another reason to celebrate. Yet inflation remains elevated, July’s improvement was partly driven by falling oil prices, and renewed Middle East tensions could quickly revive energy-driven price pressures. Meanwhile, the bond market is sending a less reassuring signal. Long-term US borrowing costs remain high (and rising) as investors grapple with rising debt, geopolitical uncertainty and shifting global capital flows. Higher Japanese yields add another layer of risk. Still, strong corporate earnings, booming AI investment and robust energy profits are keeping Wall Street in a good mood. The question is whether softer data can keep the rally alive—or whether inflation, oil and bonds will eventually spoil the party. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 13, 2026Episode 105910 min

Time to go back to gold?

Soft US inflation data gave markets another reason to celebrate, lifting equities and bonds as investors pushed back expectations for the next Fed rate hike. AI enthusiasm added to the positive mood, with CoreWeave and Nebius surging after strong revenue growth reinforced confidence in booming AI demand. But inflation remains above the Fed’s target, oil prices are rising again as tensions around the Strait of Hormuz persist, and US borrowing costs remain structurally elevated. Meanwhile, the AI boom increasingly depends on massive financing arrangements, circular deals and a handful of key players, including OpenAI and Anthropic. Lingering risks make gold an interesting place to look for protection against geopolitical, fiscal, leverage and inflation risks. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 12, 2026Episode 10585 min

Bitcoin Miner offering AI services? | Crypto Talk

Due to the fact that Bitcoin can't get over 65k, most Bitcoin Miners are pivoting towards AI to offer their compute for higher margins. 00:00 Intro 00:25 Disclaimer 00:29 Preview 00:45 Bitcoin 05:00 Ethereum 05:38 Subscribe & Good bye #crypto #cryptonews #cryptotrading #swissquote _____ 👉 Discover our brand and philosophy: https://www.swissquote.com/en/group _____ 👉 Deepen your trading and investing knowledge with Swissquote Inspire: explore our articles, analyses, webinars and exclusive content: https://www.swissquote.com/private/inspire _____ 👉 Discover Swissquote’s culture and join a company that values innovation, diversity and team spirit: https://www.swissquote.com/en/careers

August 12, 2026Episode 105710 min

What US CPI won’t tell

Markets are being pulled in opposite directions as oil and technology drive increasingly volatile price action. Crude prices continue to react sharply to every Middle East headline, while technology stocks swing between AI optimism and mounting concerns over massive spending. Strong CoreWeave results helped lift the Korean Kospi nearly 4%, but European markets remain under pressure from higher energy prices. Meanwhile, all eyes are on US CPI. Softer July inflation could trigger a relief rally across bonds and equities, but today’s data won’t capture the renewed surge in oil prices or mounting chipflation pressures. Add rising US yields, a weaker Japanese yen and the risk of Japanese Treasury sales, and the Fed’s policy dilemma becomes even more complicated. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 11, 2026Episode 105610 min

Rising oil weighs on sentiment into US CPI data

Rising oil prices are making the wait for the next US CPI report increasingly nervous. US crude is consolidating near $82 per barrel after surging more than 6% on Monday, as little progress in US-Iran negotiations keeps supply risks elevated and the Strait of Hormuz remains in focus. Higher oil prices are reviving inflation concerns, pushing global yields higher and complicating the outlook for the Federal Reserve. In FX, the US dollar remains under pressure as doubts over Fed independence revive the ‘sell America’ trade, while gold benefits from geopolitical uncertainty, rising debt levels and weaker confidence in US assets. With Fed guidance becoming increasingly opaque, tomorrow’s CPI report could leave markets doing the heavy lifting. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 10, 2026Episode 105511 min

Profits boom, jobs swoon

Earnings are booming, jobs are swooning – and investors are cheering the combination. S&P 500 Q2 earnings growth is running at an impressive 50.4%, according to FactSet, with energy and technology leading the charge. Meanwhile, the latest US jobs data pointed to a cooling labour market. For investors, that’s a pretty sweet mix: strong corporate profits keep the earnings story alive, while weaker economic data supports expectations of a more dovish Fed. Strong earnings, softer jobs and lower rate expectations – just what the market ordered. This week, eyes are on US CPI update! Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 7, 2026Episode 10099 min

Market breadth: what lies beneath the index

Stock market indices often dominate financial headlines, but do they really tell the full story? In this episode, we explore market breadth — one of the most useful tools for understanding what's happening beneath the surface of a market rally or selloff. We'll look at why major indices can sometimes paint a misleading picture, how concentration in a handful of large stocks can distort performance, and what investors can do to assess the true health of a market. From equal-weight indices and advance-decline data to moving averages and sector participation, we'll break down the key breadth indicators used by traders. Listen to find out more Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.

August 5, 2026Episode 10038 min

Making profit when markets fall

You can take a long position and profit when an asset’s price rises, in the same way you can take a short bet and profit when an asset’s price falls. In this episode, I explain how shorting works, the difference between traditional short selling and trading instruments such as CFDs and futures, and why shorting is often much simpler than many people think. We also explore the risks and rewards of taking long and short positions, how leverage affects exposure, and why risk management remains essential regardless of market direction. I also discuss inverse ETFs, the role of short positions as tactical tools, and why foreign exchange markets are unique, with every trade naturally involving both a long and a short position. Listen to find out more! Ipek Ozkardeskaya has begun her financial career in 2010 in the structured products desk of the Swiss Banque Cantonale Vaudoise. She worked at HSBC Private Bank in Geneva in relation to high and ultra-high net worth clients. In 2012, she started as FX Strategist at Swissquote Bank. She worked as a Senior Market Analyst in London Capital Group in London and in Shanghai. She returned to Swissquote Bank as Senior Analyst in 2020, and launched her own website ipekScope.com in 2025.