Zach’s Second Opinion
Posted October 20, 2026
By Zach Scheidt
I sent you the wrong Zach article this morning. Fortunately, the right one's even better. Three healthcare giants report earnings tomorrow, and Zach thinks they could point the way to AI's next big investment opportunity.
A COLA, But No Smile
Posted October 20, 2026
By Zach Scheidt
Congratulations! The Swamp Things have awarded you an extra $75 a month for surviving another year of inflation. Try not to spend it all at one gas station. Today, my old friend Zach Scheidt returns to the Rude with a better idea than waiting for Uncle Sam to make you whole.
Give Me Liberty or Give Me Beige!
Posted October 19, 2026
By Matt Badiali
Americans once fought the world's greatest empire for the right to govern themselves. Now they pay $300 a month for the privilege of being told how tall their grass can grow.
The Wright Stuff
Posted October 16, 2026
By Sean Ring
In 1903, the Wright Brothers showed mankind how to fly. In 2026, Elon Musk built a car that does barrel rolls. Meanwhile, the US Senate is still working on a nonexistent condiment problem.
Crude and Unusual Profits
Posted October 15, 2026
By Dan Amoss
You don't need to predict the next missile strike to make money from the world's oil troubles. You just need to know who gets the call after the smoke clears.
The Half-Life of a Bargain
Posted October 14, 2026
By Matt Badiali
The world's nuclear utilities have been buying uranium at yesterday's prices. But their bargain contracts are expiring, and the next round could send uranium miners' profits soaring.
Pump and Circumstance
Posted October 13, 2026
By Sean Ring
DC spent 4 years telling Ukraine it had America's unwavering support. Apparently, the support came with a price tag in gallons.
The Crusade That Never Paid
Posted October 12, 2026
By Sean Ring
Christopher Columbus had a business plan. Find Asia, collect the gold, hire 55,000 soldiers, and conquer Jerusalem. His investors loved the pitch. Then they kept the money.
No Farewell to Arms
Posted October 09, 2026
By Sean Ring
Five hundred years ago, a barrel maker received 296 ducats from the Republic of Venice. The Republic is now a tourist attraction. His business is still collecting payments.
Just Blew It.
Posted October 08, 2026
By Sean Ring
A machine in a Hoka store on 5th Avenue learned more about my feet in 30 seconds than Nike had known in 35 years. Therein lies the story of how America’s most famous sneaker company managed to destroy 80% of its market cap.
