The Index Investing Show with host Ron DeLegge, teaches you the birds and bees of successful investing. Listen, learn, and profit. Follow us on Twitter @ IndexShow
In this final radio broadcast (aired on 12/26/21) Ron DeLegge reflects on the 16-year history of the Index Investing Show. The program is being re-booted as a YouTube show. Ron discusses the show's proven investment philosophy, it's distinguished guest list and gratitude to our fans and program sponsors for their years of support. You can watch the Index Investing Show in 2022, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/etfguide
In this episode (aired on 12/19/21) Ron DeLegge chats with Dave Mazza at Direxion Investments about mRNA technology, inflation and FAANG stocks. Ron also answers questions about investing in hydrogen, an emerging energy source. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: COM, HJEN, MSGR, ERX plus many others. Are you near or already in retirement? Download your investor toolkit today: https://www.etfguide.com/books/
In this episode (aired on 12/12/21) Ron DeLegge shares habits from the investing greats that we should apply, plus year-end financial reminders. Ron also answers questions about IBonds. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: MSGR, NAIL, ERX, DRN, SCHB, USCI, REET plus many others. Are you near or already in retirement? Download your investor toolkit today: https://www.etfguide.com/books/
In this episode (aired on 12/28/21) Ron DeLegge talks about strategies for reducing your taxes and ridding yourself from money losing investments. Plus, Ron shares a few ETF strategies that do well in choppy or unfriendly markets. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: ARKK, MOON, SPDN, FLYT, SCHB, USCI, REET plus many others. Are you near or already in retirement? Download your investor toolkit today: https://www.etfguide.com/books/
In this episode (aired on 11/28/21) Ron DeLegge reminds you about the importance of investing with an adequate margin of safety. The strategy was first introduced by investing great Ben Graham. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: SPDN, FLYT, SCHB, USCI, REET plus many others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 11/21/21) Ron DeLegge explains why the bull market in commodities has legs way beyond inflation. Ron provides ETF tickers to play this theme. Also up: Habits of the Investing Greats and lessons for all. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: CPER, HJEN, FAS, DRN, ERX plus others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 11/14/21) Ron DeLegge talks about the SEC's latest rejection of a spot priced bitcoin ETF. Also up: Ron answers questions about target date retirement funds. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: FAS, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 11/07/21) Ron DeLegge breaks down the $1.2 trillion spending bill on U.S. infrastructure and which ETFs will benefit most. Also up: Ron examines it from another angle: the dire ramifications of government overspending on U.S. income tax rates and how to shield yourself from the coming storm. ETFs mentioned in this episode include: KLNE, HJEN, WWOW, RUSL, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 10/31/21) Ron DeLegge gives a rundown of Roth 401k plans and the important role they play in tax-free retirement planning. Also up: Men vs. Women...who's better at investing? Finally, Ron gives you ETF performance updates on BITO, SPY, RUSL, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 10/24/21) Ron DeLegge gives you the 411 on the very first U.S. listed Bitcoin ETF and how it compares to other digital currency linked ETPs. Plus, Ron does audience trivia with the winner getting a signed copy of his book HABITS OF THE INVESTING GREATS. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETFs in the news like GBTC, SPY, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 10/17/21) Ron DeLegge shows you how to cut your 2021 tax bill with a strategy called tax-loss harvesting. Plus, Ron explains why overall tax positioning of your assets takes priority over tax-loss harvesting. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETFs in the news like SCHB, BND, DRN, ERX, CHAD, YANG, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 10/10/21) Ron DeLegge tells you about 5 common retirement distribution pitfalls to avoid. Plus, Ron does audience trivia with the winner getting a signed copy of his book HABITS OF THE INVESTING GREATS. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETFs in the news like SPY, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 10/03/21) Ron DeLegge explains the SEPT-OBER Effect (September & October combined) and how financial markets have tended to behave during this historically choppy period. You'll also get strategies for navigating it. Plus, Ron answers listener questions on tax-free accounts like Roth IRA and HSA. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETFs in the news like SPY, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 9/26/21) Ron DeLegge interviews Ed Egilinsky, Managing Director at Direxion Investments about new ETFs that find stocks Wall Street has overlooked. Plus, ways to play the fast growing clean energy sector and one ETF for defensive-minded investors. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETFs in the news like MDY, IJR, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 9/19/21) Ron DeLegge shares "HABITS OF THE INVESTING GREATS" from Benjamin Graham: The Art of Playing Defense. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETF marketplace including analysis on funds like FLYT, DRN, ERX, SCHB, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 9/12/21) Ron DeLegge shares battle proven strategies for every type of investor and matching ETF trades. Also up: Ron gives you a performance recap of ETF marketplace including analysis on funds like FLYT, DRN, ERX, NUGT, GLD and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 9/7/21) Ron DeLegge explains the key elements of a properly written investment policy statement (IPS). All investors - new and old - should have one. Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of performance trends in the ETF marketplace including analysis on funds like QYLD, DRN, ERX, SPXL and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
MEME stocks began as a joke, but the stunning performance is no laughing matter. In this episode (aired on 8/31/21) Ron DeLegge talks about a new ETF that invests in low priced stocks, including MEME stocks. Stop trying to guess which MEME's will pop next! Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets along with a sector ETF rundown. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 8/22/21) Ron DeLegge talks about how and why all investors should invest with an adequate margin of safety. Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets, including a focus on the crash in Chinese tech, social media and internet stocks. ETFs mentioned in this episode include YING, YANG, SCHB, BND, USCI, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 8/15/21) Ron DeLegge talks about investors piling into municipal bonds despite their limited tax-benefits vs. other tax-free choices . Also up: Stock market trivia PLUS, Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets. ETFs mentioned in this episode include DRN, ERX, FAS, SCHB, BND, USCI, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 8/08/21) Ron DeLegge talks about China's crashing tech stocks and perspective from investing great, Ray Dalio. Also up: Stock market trivia PLUS, Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets. ETFs mentioned in this episode include YANG, YINN, CHAU, ERX, FAS, SCHB, BND, USCI, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 8/01/21) Ron DeLegge talks with Brian Riedel at the Manhattan Institute about runaway U.S. government spending, multi-trillion shortfalls and how it will impact future income tax rates. Getting your money into the tax-free zone is URGENT! Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets. ETFs mentioned in this episode include YANG, ERX, FAS, SCHB, BND, USCI, GLTR, GBTC, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 7/25/21) Ron DeLegge shares strategies for SUPERSIZING your investment results through SMART tax positioning. Plus a big announcement! Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TNA, TZA, VEA, VWO, SCHB, BND, USCI, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 7/18/21) Ron DeLegge shares strategies for generating more yield and dividend income. Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TNA, TZA, VEA, VWO, SCHB, BND, USCI, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
The Index Investing Show celebrates 16-years of existence! In this episode (aired on 7/11/21) Ron DeLegge explains why the Roth IRA is superior vs. tax-deferred accounts like traditional IRAs and 401(k). Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, BND, USCI, RWVG, RWGV, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
The Index Investing Show celebrates 16-years of existence! In this episode (aired on 7/05/21) Ron DeLegge gives you the 411 on the latest ETF trends plus he explains how to incorporate a margin of safety within your investment portfolio. Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, BND, USCI, SPXL, MIDU, TNA, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
The Index Investing Show celebrates 16-years of existence! In this episode (aired on 6/27/21), Ron DeLegge does market trivia, he shares another tip on how to get MORE tax-free income in retirement + gives you HABITS of the investing greats. Also up: Ron gives you a rundown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, BND, USCI, MOON, MIDU, TNA, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 6/20/21), Ron DeLegge shares tips on correct tax positioning and why it goes hand-and-hand with correct investment positioning. If you want a profitable outcome, you need both! Also up: A rundown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, BND, MOON, MIDU, TNA, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 6/13/21), Ron DeLegge explains how to get your Social Security income completely free from income taxes in retirement. Doing so can help you avoid spending down or running out of money after you retire! Also up: A rundown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, MIDU, TNA, REET and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 6/06/21), Ron DeLegge talks about the bullish run in energy and financial stocks thus far in '21. Does it continue? Also up: Can cryptocurrencies regain their mojo? And a breakdown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include GBTC, SCHB, MIDU, TNA, FAS, ERX, BND, GLTR, TMV and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 5/30/21), Ron DeLegge tells you about the Dow Industrials hitting 125-years old and how indexing has changed since then and why it's hear to stay. Also up: A breakdown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, RWVG, RWGV, FAS, ERX, XLB, MOON, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 5/23/21), Ron DeLegge examines the CRASHING PRICES of cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ethereum and others. Is the party over? Also up: A breakdown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, RWVG, RWGV, FAS, ERX, XLB, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 5/16/21), Ron DeLegge talks about the trend of higher inflation and he reveals ETF tickers that have been rising right along side it. Inflation hasn't been bad news for these ETFs! Also up: A breakdown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, RWVG, RWGV, ERX, XLB, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 5/9/21), Ron DeLegge talks about the death of an investing great who you probably haven't heard of or don't know. Ron reveals their identity and 2 habits you can learn from this investing great. Also up: A breakdown of trends in global financial markets plus ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, MDY, MOON, ERX, TNA, MIDU, TMV, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 5/2/21), Ron DeLegge examines smaller stocks which have been BEATING S&P 500 large caps. Also up: Bears haven't had many places to make money in 2021, but here's one bear ETF that's +56% year-to-date. ETFs mentioned in this episode include IJR, ETHE, SPY, MDY, TNA, MIDU, TMV, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
A big jump in capital gain taxes is coming. In this episode (aired on 4/25/21), Ron DeLegge breaks it down and how to protect yourself against much larger tax increases that will impact a much broader base of U.S. investors. Also up: A quick wrap of major stock market trends, cryptos and industry sector performance. ETFs mentioned in this episode include SCHB, TMV, TNA, FAS and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
Missed the Coinbase IPO? In this episode (aired on 4/18/21), Ron DeLegge tells about 3 ETFs that already own it and others that are lining up. Also up: A breakdown of major stock market trends, cryptos and industry sector performance. ETFs mentioned in this episode include GBTC, TMV, MOON, BLOK and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
Should you buy the Coinbase IPO? In this episode (aired on 4/11/21), Ron DeLegge tells you what he's planning to do. Also up: A breakdown of major stock market trends, cryptos and industry sector performance. ETFs mentioned in this episode include GBTC, TMV, ERX, FAS, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
The Dow and S&P 500 closed Q1 at all-time highs. What's next? In this episode (aired on 4/4/21), Ron DeLegge explains why public psychology (also known as "market sentiment") is the #1 factor shaping stock prices. Pay attention to it! Also up: A breakdown of industry sector performance. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TMV, ERX, FAS, REET, USCI and others. Are you near or already in retirement? Get Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
The Dow and S&P 500 pass all-time highs, but Nasdaq is lagging. What's next? In this episode (aired on 3/28/21), Ron DeLegge examines the health of the stock market's mood and trend. Also up: A breakdown of industry sector performance. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TMV, ERX, FAS, REET, USCI and others. Download Ron's FREE e-Book: 60 Smart Ways to Retire Better https://60-smart-ways.etfguide.com/
In this episode (aired on 3/21/21), Ron DeLegge tells you how to play the shift from growth stocks to value and relative weight ETFs to capitalize. Also up: A breakdown of the stock market's trend with ETF performance updates. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TMV, ERX, RWVG, USCI, and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
The U.S. COVID Relief Bill adds another $1.9 trillion in debt which is already contributing to higher inflation and will lead to skyrocketing tax rates. Host, Ron DeLegge tells you how to protect your money and investments from the coming storm. (aired on 3/14/20)Also up: A breakdown of the stock market's mood with sector ETF performance updates. ETFs mentioned in this episode include MOON, ERX, TNA, USCI, XLU, XLE, and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
Growth stocks, momentum funds and SPACs are getting creamed. In this episode (aired on 3/07/20), host Ron DeLegge shows you how to navigate choppy markets by having an adequate margin of safety. Also discussed: Inverse ETFs which are designed to go up when markets fall. ETFs mentioned in this episode include USCI, XLU, XLE, EDC, GUSH, ERX and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 2/28/20), host Ron DeLegge shares the "Winner's Philosophy" when it comes to profitable investing. Also up: Ron shares one habit and one investing great linked to that habit to help you get ahead. ETFs mentioned in this episode include USCI, EDC, GUSH, ERX and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 2/21/20), host Ron DeLegge chats about bitcoin and the trend of leveraged indexing with Dave Kreinces, Founder at ETF Portfolio Management and Author of Investable Benchmarks: A Guide to ETFs, Technology and Leverage. Also on the show: ETFs mentioned in this episode include SOXL, GBTC, EDC, TMV, TAN, SCHB and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 2/14/20), host Ron DeLegge teaches you the difference between asset positioning vs. investment positioning and why you need both. Also on the show: Ron tells you about how to apply the habit of discipline as you in invest and one of the all-time investing greats who did this best. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TMV, EDC, TNA, YINN, MOON, SCHB and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 2/7/20), host Ron DeLegge explains how the indexes followed by ETFs are constructed and managed. There's almost 3 million indexes globally and not all indexes are created alike! Also discussed are the rise of crypto-currency linked ETPs. Plus an update on ETF performance and global markets. Funds mentioned in this episode include TMV, EDC, BITW, SCHB and others. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 1/28/20), host Ron DeLegge chats with Dave Mazza @ Direxion Investments about major investment trends - including the outperformance of emerging market stocks thus far in 2021. Also discussed are key trends like genomics, working from home, streaming media, etc. and ETFs that capitalize on them. Funds mentioned in this episode include EDC, MOON, CHAU, CWEB, WFH and others. Finally, Ron shares habits of the investing greats with tips on the difference between organization and being orderly and why both are crucial to your success. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 1/24/20), host Ron DeLegge talks about 2021's biggest investment themes like streaming media, cryptocurrencies, genomics, gaming and ETFs that offer exposure to these fast growing trends. ETFs mentioned in this episode include CCON, USCI, NERD, REET, DRIV, EDC, TMV, MOON, TNA and others. Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 1/17/20), host Ron DeLegge talks about your 2021 to-do-list for a profitable investing framework. ETFs mentioned in this episode include EDC, TMV, MOON, TNA and others. Finally, Ron shares habits of the investing greats with tips from trailblazer Muriel Siebert. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0
In this episode (aired on 1/10/20), host Ron DeLegge talks about why investing with an adequate margin of safety is crucial for profitable results and how to do it. ETFs mentioned in this episode include TMV, TNA, EDC, CWEB and others. Finally, Ron shares habits of the investing greats with tips from famed speculator Bernard Baruch. Follow the show on Twitter @ IndexShow and order Ron's latest book "Habits of the Investing Greats" https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07T2PJDN3/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0