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In the podcast Reading tea leaves Zsolt Janos discusses daily developments in the capital markets. Complex relationships are explained clearly, comprehensibly, and concisely, drawing on his many years of experience.
Most popular episodes of the last 30 days:
15.04.2026
The paradox of silence - the next FOMO is born
When the news is bleak, uncertainty reaches its peak due to unexpected events, and the general mood is at rock bottom – that's precisely when the foundation for the next big rally is laid. We know that unexpected shocks lead to panic. But while we as individuals are still trying to emotionally process the news, the markets have long since absorbed the new facts. Historically, periods of extremely negative sentiment have often been the best. ContraindicationsWhile the investor is still hesitating, the market has already priced in the risk – and before you know it, the skepticism transforms into the next wave of... FOMO, the fear of missing out.
14.04.2026
Algorithms vs. Public Officials - Who really controls the global markets?
For a long time, we thought elected politicians at the helm of nation-states held all the cards. But the reality of 2026 looks different: Global markets and hyper-connected brands are often more resilient and influential than individual political actors. While governments argue about borders and regulations, technological interconnectedness creates facts that cannot simply be stopped by decree. The best example? NVIDIAA company that no longer just supplies hardware, but functions as the global nervous system of the AI revolution. When a single corporation controls the world's computing power, the question arises: Who ultimately wields more influence – the White House or the boardroom meeting in Silicon Valley?
13.04.2026
A signal from Hungary: more than just an election victory!
Last Sunday in Hungary, something happened that many observers worldwide would not have thought possible: After 16 years in power, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán lost the parliamentary elections. His challenger, Péter Magyar, and his Tisza party achieved a clear victory and now face the task of ushering in a new era. This election result sends a powerful signal to the world. It shows that political systems – even those long considered entrenched – can be changed by the democratic will of the citizens. But despite all the euphoria surrounding this change, we must also be honest: An election victory alone does not automatically solve the deep-rooted problems – from economic insecurity to social divisions – overnight. The path is clear for a new form of communication. We hope for a more open dialogue – both within Hungary and with its European partners. What does this change of power mean for the EU? Can Magyar keep his promises? And what happens now that the old divisions are crumbling?
10.04.2026
Race against time: How quickly can we digest energy prices?
Record energy prices, headlines about persistent inflation, and fears of dwindling purchasing power. It currently feels as if the economy is up against a wall. But a closer look reveals that markets are far more resilient than we often believe. The problem today isn't whether we can absorb higher energy costs, but how quickly. While the transition is painful and fuels inflation concerns, a powerful counterforce is growing in the background. Because while oil and gas are becoming more expensive, we are experiencing a massive deflationary surge in other sectors – primarily driven by artificial intelligence and radical automation. Efficiency gains are cutting costs where we least expect them. In today's episode, we analyze: why the energy crisis isn't the end of growth, which industries are acting as deflationary anchors, and why AI might be precisely the antidote our monetary system needs right now.
09.04.2026
Many investors fail not because of the markets, but because of themselves.
Today we're talking about the most dangerous predator on the stock market. No, it's not a hedge fund manager, and it's not an algorithm. It's looking in the mirror. Let's be honest: We all know about perfect charts and rational strategies. But what happens when prices suddenly turn red? When greed kicks in because the neighbor got rich with crypto? Or when fear makes us throw in the towel at the absolute bottom? The hard truth is: Most investors don't fail because of the markets. They fail because of themselves. Because of millions of years of evolution that have programmed our brains for fight or flight – two things that almost always lead to disaster when it comes to investing.
08.04.2026
Is a mega-crash really happening today and tomorrow?
Today we look at a date that is currently circled in red in the community of 'crash gurus': April 8th and 9th, 2026.The warnings are loud: There is talk of a massive wave of US Treasury bonds threatening to flood the market. More 150 billion dollars New bonds – 3-year, 10-year, and 30-year bonds – are looking for buyers within 48 hours. Skeptics say: This is the moment when liquidity dries up, yields explode, and the market's house of cards finally collapses. We're talking about the 'debt wall,' the wall of debt we're supposedly hurtling towards at 300 km/h. But is that the whole truth? While headlines whisper of collapse, the Federal Reserve and the US Treasury's safety mechanisms are working behind the scenes. These range from technical buybacks to support market liquidity to backstops designed to prevent the system from freezing. Are we truly facing the April Fools' Crash, or are we simply witnessing a highly efficient, albeit risky, piece of financial engineering?
07.04.2026
Compound interest is pure mathematics, not a matter of faith.
As we navigate a world often driven by emotional tweets and fleeting headlines, it's easy to lose focus. But those who see through the noise recognize the foundation: true wealth building requires neither luck nor opinion – it requires time and the unyielding logic of numbers. Today, we look beyond current events and focus on what truly works in the long run.
03.04.2026
Chaos still has a name
The world has become noisy, and uncertainty has a name—or at least a face. In times when a single person's decisions unsettle us all, the question arises: How do we keep a clear head? We don't know what tomorrow will bring or which scenario will become reality next. But we do know one thing: Talking helps. In this podcast, we create the space we need. We sort through the chaos, explore the possibilities, and mentally prepare ourselves for whatever may come. So that uncertainty doesn't paralyze us, but rather that together we can find solid ground beneath our feet again.
01.04.2026
The search for ultimate security increases the risks.
Imagine the ground beneath your feet gives way: Stock prices fall, real estate loses value, even gold and bonds weaken simultaneously. In such moments, an instinct awakens within us: the greed for... absolute safetyBut this is precisely where the trap snaps shut. Those who panic and search for a single 'safe haven' often overlook the fact that this supposed salvation can be the greatest risk of all. In a crisis, we forget one crucial thing: our entire economic system has been based on the same structures for decades. Absolute security is not part of it – it is a Illusion, which makes us even more vulnerable. Today we'll discuss why fleeing to safety often doesn't reduce your risks, but rather massively increases them.
30.03.2026
How do we navigate customers through turbulent times?
Many believe the solution lies in the next financial product or a new strategy. But the key lies deeper. Before we talk about numbers, we need to understand the person. Because it wasn't the portfolio that got the customer here, but their... Reflexe, his Behavior and its grown HabitsIn this episode, we discuss why you, as a consultant, only become effective when you adapt to these individual patterns. Only those who understand how the client thinks can take the right next steps from this point.