The USA Financial Trending Report is a candid and educational discussion regarding the state of the markets, economy, and other factors that may impact your investment accounts. It is hosted by the investment professionals at USA Financial Portformulas and includes important updates regarding their patented RAM Score indicator, as well as other data found in their monthly Trend Tracker publication.
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In this August episode of the Trending Report, host Tyler Krzciok examines one of the biggest seasonal economic drivers of the year: back-to-school and college spending. With consumers projected to spend nearly $147 billion on school supplies, electronics, dorm furnishings, apparel, and more, August serves as an important indicator of consumer confidence and economic health. Tyler Krzciok explores…
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, this July episode of The Trending Report takes a fascinating journey through the nation's cultural and financial evolution. From the penny press and canal stock speculation of the 1800s to the rise of television, social media, and artificial intelligence, Tyler Krzciok explores how technological innovation has consistently transformed both pop culture…
In this June episode of The Trending Report, Tyler Krzciok breaks down two major forces shaping markets right now: a global oil supply disruption and the growing reality of a K-shaped economy. With critical energy routes tightening and costs rippling through global supply chains, investors are already seeing the effects at the pump—and at the checkout line. At the same time, markets and consumers…
Markets are hitting record highs—but are they as strong as they look? In this June episode of The Trending Report , we break down the forces driving the latest rally, including strong earnings and AI enthusiasm, while also highlighting the risks beneath the surface like elevated valuations and sector shifts. We also dive into why inflation is back in the conversation in 2026, what's fueling it,…
Q1 2026 delivered no shortage of surprises, from record highs and geopolitical conflict to one of the largest oil price spikes in modern history. In this episode of The Trending Report , we move beyond the headlines to examine what the underlying data is actually telling us. We break down why U.S. stocks struggled while international and emerging markets held up, how commodities and energy surged…
In the March edition of the Trending Report, host Tyler Krzciok breaks down the evolving landscape as we wrap up the first quarter of 2026. After a speculative run early in the year, momentum is cooling and quality‑driven investments are stepping forward. Tyler explains why March is the ideal moment for portfolio "spring cleaning," how disciplined rebalancing keeps risk in check, and why sticking…
In this episode of the Trending Report, host Tyler Krzciok explores why February is the month when even the most disciplined investment intentions start to slip. After a confident and structured January, many investors begin questioning their strategy as headlines intensify, markets wiggle, and hot themes take over the conversation. Tyler breaks down why old habits reappear, how emotions like…
Welcome to the Trending Report, your monthly market commentary series designed to help advisors and investors focus on trend lines—not just headlines. In this episode, host Tyler Krzciok recaps the resilience of 2025 despite rising rates, trade tariffs, and a historic government shutdown. Discover which sectors drove S&P 500 growth, why commodities like gold and silver soared, and what themes…
As 2025 comes to a close, the S&P 500 is up nearly 18% for the year—but what does that mean for your portfolio? In this December Trending Report, Kevin Roskam breaks down the year's market performance, the role of trending strategies, and why diversification by time and philosophy matters more than ever. Learn how unemotional, disciplined investing helps you navigate volatility and stay focused on…
In this November's Trending Report , Kevin Roskam of USA Financial dives into the emotional side of investing and why keeping short-term fears in check is crucial for long-term success. He shares a real-life client story that highlights how media-driven anxiety can derail financial plans and reminds us that market corrections aren't just possible—they're normal. Kevin explains how trends show the…
