Podcast appearances and mentions of david kretzmann

Hold for the long term or sell some losers to back the winners? Index funds or a basket of stocks? Concentrate the portfolio or diversify? On this month's mailbag, Bill Mann and David Kretzmann help us find the sweet spots of Foolish investing.

With midwinter behind us, it's time to start thinking of new beginnings: new investors, new questions, a new Foolish index... That's right, it's a new mailbag, with special guests David Kretzmann and Megan Brinsfield! Thanks to Airbnb for supporting our show. Go to airbnb.com/fool and start hosting you’ll receive a $100 Amazon Gift Card if you generate $500 in booking value by May 30. Terms and conditions apply.

Texas Roadhouse posts solid comps growth in the 4th quarter. David Kretzmann analyzes why the management team is just one reason he likes this restaurant. Plus, we discuss Tesla’s latest executive departure and dip into the Fool Mailbag.   To check out the new offering from Motley Fool Singapore that David mentioned just go to www.fool.sg/malaysia.

Snap shares pop 27%, so why aren’t we more encouraged? David Kretzmann analyzes the social media company’s struggles and shares why time is running out for Snap to succeed. Disney’s 1st-quarter results come in higher than expected, but all eyes are on the company’s streaming services. Plus, David shares investing takeaways from his trip Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan.

Welcome back to the Green Rush!  This week we have Part Two of our special broadcast from the floor of the Marijuana Business Conference in Las Vegas. At the mid-November conference, Lewis and Anne took to Podcaster’s Row to chat with a number of guests to discuss the growth of the conference, the excitement of […]

General Motors lays off 15% of its employees and scales back production. David Kretzmann analyzes why GM had to make these tough decisions. Black Friday sets a new record for online sales. We discuss why the holiday quarter is so crucial to some retailers. Plus, David shares highlights from attending MJBizCon in Las Vegas.   Go to www.Harrys.com/Fool to redeem your offer and let them know we sent you to help support the show!

Canada’s legalization of marijuana use is the first major domino to fall as the world accepts a legitimate cannabis industry. History, opportunity, and challenges with David Kretzmann, analyst, and advisor to The Motley Fool’s “Marijuana Masters” and “Marijuana Mavericks”. WEALTHTRACK #1523 published on November 23, 2018. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wealthtrack/support

Disney works its magic and unveils the name of its new streaming service. Twilio surges. And Activision Blizzard, Yelp, and Zillow tumble. Analysts Jeff Fischer, David Kretzmann, and Jason Moser discuss these stories and dig into the latest news from Take-Two Interactive, Skyworks Solutions, and Match Group. Plus, Grand Canyon Education CEO Brian Mueller talks about the business of higher education. Thanks to Molekule for supporting our channel. Get $75 off your first order at http://www.molekule.com code fool75.

Get it? Weed jokes! With the help of Motley Fool Canada Analyst, David Kretzmann, we’re going to dig deep into the investing thesis of the burgeoning cannabis industry. Sponsored link: www.molekule.com code fool75.

Netflix adds seven million subscribers for the quarter and crushes Wall Street expectations. Analysts Andy Cross, Jason Moser, and Jeff Fischer talk about Netflix’s latest numbers and delve into earnings from American Express, Atlassian, Domino’s, Procter & Gamble, PayPal, and Intuitive Surgical. Plus, Motley Fool analyst David Kretzmann talks about the business of cannabis. Thanks Netsuite. Get the FREE guide, “Crushing the Five Barriers to Growth”, at NetSuite.Com/FOOL.

While stocks rise in the long run, this week reminded investors that stocks go down faster than they go up.  Ron Gross, David Kretzmann, and Jason Moser analyze what happened, how emotions can get the better of us, and what investors can do to prepare for the next drop. We also share why we’d be ok if Twilio, Match Group, Visa, Mastercard, and Idexx Laboratories fell some more next week. Square needs a new CFO, Sears a miracle, and we dip into the Fool Mailbag to discuss both cannabis and Coca-Cola. Plus, cybersecurity expert Bruce Schneier talks about the growing challenge of hacking and his new book Click Here to Kill Everybody: Security and Survival in a Hyper-connected World. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool.  Go to https://www.linkedin.com/fool and get $50 off your first job post.

Shares of WageWorks, the employee benefits administrator, fell 15% after announcing its setting up a special committee to examine an earlier investigation into financial irregularities. (Oh yeah, the chairman of the board also resigned suddenly without comment.) David Kretzmann analyzes the damage and shares why more shoes may be dropping.  Plus, David shares his recent trips to cannabis conferences in Toronto, as well as meeting with executives at MedMen Enterprises. And did we mention we’re hiring??  We are! Check all our job postings at Careers.Fool.com.

According to a new Pew survey, 26% of Facebook users in the U.S. have deleted the app from their phones over the past year and 54% have adjusted their privacy settings. Jason Moser and David Kretzmann explain what it means for investors, talk cannabis stocks, and weigh in on Snap’s new low.   Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool.  Go to https://www.linkedin.com/fool and get $50 off your first job post.  

Tesla’s dramatic week has Wall Street debating the company’s future. Superheroes rescue Disney’s 2nd-quarter report. Trade Desk’s stock soars on record revenue. And Match Group shareholders feel the love. Andy Cross, Jason Moser and David Kretzmann analyze those stories as well as the latest from Etsy, Zillow, Booking Holdings, Papa John’s and more. Plus, Washington Post writer Christian Davenport shares highlights from his new book The Space Barons: Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, and the Quest to Colonize the Cosmos. Thanks Handy. To get your first 3-hour cleaning for $39 when you sign up for a plan, visit Handy.com/fool and use promo code “fool”.

Elon Musk tweets about taking Tesla private. What happens now? David Kretzmann and Aaron Bush analyze potential outcomes for Tesla and its shareholders. Plus, we discuss the latest results from Match Group, Camping World and Papa John’s. Thanks Handy. To get your first 3-hour cleaning for $39 when you sign up for a plan, visit Handy.com/fool and use promo code “fool”.

Microsoft shares hit an all-time high thanks to strength in the company’s cloud business. Netflix falls on concerns over subscriber growth. American Express doesn’t get rewarded. And Skechers gets kicked around. Analysts Matt Argersinger, David Kretzmann, and Jason Moser discuss those stories and weigh in on the latest from eBay, Domino’s, and Papa John’s. Plus, Motley Fool co-founder David Gardner talks with best-selling author Dan Pink about the science of perfect timing.   Thanks to Harry’s for supporting Motley Fool. Get your Trial Set – go to Harrys.com/fool .

Today we go through 20 fantastic lessons learned over 20 years of investing Foolishly. And that's just one of our mailbag items. We also bring in Foolish experts Dylan Lewis, Mark Brooks, and David Kretzmann to answer your questions. And finally... about that breaking glass at the show open -- will it stay or will it go?

Disney increases its offer for 21st Century Fox. Kroger delivers. CarMax and Winnebago rev up. GE gets the boot. Starbucks cools off. And Chipotle expands its menu. Ron Gross, Jason Moser and David Kretzmann analyze those stories and share a few stocks on their radar. Plus, Ritholtz Wealth Management Director of Research Michael Batnick talks about his new book, Big Mistakes: The Best Investors and Their Worst Investments.

David Kretzmann just got back from a cannabis business conference in Toronto. As Canada gets ready to legalize cannabis use across the country, we discuss the ripple effects for businesses and the opportunities for investors.  And just what do exhibitors on the trade show floor give away to attract attention at their booths?  To stay up to date with the latest coverage of this industry just visit www.fool.ca/marijuanamoment. Thanks to Casper for supporting The Motley Fool. Save $50 on a mattress at http://www.casper.com/fool (use the promo code “Fool”)

Shares of Starbucks slip on news that Chairman Howard Schultz is stepping down. What does the move mean for shareholders? Analysts Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann tackle that question, weigh in on Twitter’s big news, and talk about some underappreciated stocks.

Microsoft buys Github for $7.5 billion in stock. David Kretzmann analyzes the deal as we wonder why Microsoft didn’t pay in cash. We dip into the Fool Mailbag to consider the relative merits of Garmin, both as a business and a stock.  Plus, we shares some highlights from FoolFest 2018. Thanks to LinkedIn for supporting The Motley Fool.  Go to https://www.linkedin.com/fool and get a $50 credit toward your first job post.

Lowe’s gets some love. Footlocker jumps higher. Tiffany sparkles. And what the heck is GDPR??? Aaron Bush, David Kretzmann, and Jason Moser talk earnings news, analyze what a new set of privacy rules means for investors, and offer book recommendations for your summer reading list. Plus, corporate governance expert and film critic Nell Minow talks Facebook, Disney, and summer movies. Thanks to Harry’s for supporting The Motley Fool. Get your Trial Set – go to Harrys.com/Fool

Walmart’s 1st-quarter results had a great headline, but struggles underneath. David Kretzmann analyzes the retail giant’s business and offers advice on how to spend its own money.  We discuss the latest results from video game maker Take-Two Interactive and burger chain Jack In The Box.  Plus, exciting updates on the DC listener meetup and our podcast swag shop! Go to HelloFresh.com/MF30  and use the code MF30 to get $30 off your first week of deliveries.

Tesla shares fall after 1st-quarter results and Elon Musk’s questionable performance on the conference call with analysts.  Spotify’s 1st-ever quarterly report wasn’t as bad as some feared, while Fitbit drops on less-than-inspiring guidance.  David Kretzmann analyzes all of those stories as we gear up for Berkshire-Hathaway’s annual meeting this weekend.  Thanks to Blooom for supporting MarketFoolery.  Get a month free with blooom401k.com/fool and use the promo code “fool”.

Amazon hits a new high, and raises the price on Prime. Alphabet racks up big profits amid higher spending. Facebook posts record revenue, while Microsoft’s cloud goes higher. Which one of these tech behemoths will get to a $1 trillion market cap first?  Jason Moser, David Kretzmann, and Jeff Fischer analyze those stories, as well as the latest results from Visa, PayPal, Baidu, Twitter, Chipotle, Intel and more.  Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag and share a few stocks on our radar.

Amazon gives Wall Street 100 million reasons to be bullish. Netflix produces another great quarter. Wells Fargo gets a billion-dollar fine.  And Mattel’s CEO jumps ship.  Ron Gross, Jason Moser and David Kretzmann analyze those stories and share 3 stocks on their radar. Plus, best-selling author Jim Miller offers his thoughts on the business of ESPN, Disney, and the future of sports media.  Thanks to Blooom for supporting MarketFoolery.  Get a month free with blooom401k.com/fool and use the promo code “fool”.

On Tuesday, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified before Congress. Shares of Facebook recorded their best day in two years. On Wednesday, Zuckerberg continued his testimony. Motley Fool analysts Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann weigh in on what it means for investors and discuss the implications for other big tech stocks. Thanks to Slack for supporting Motley Fool.  Slack: Where work happens. Go to slack.com to learn more.

Investors react to a potential trade war. President Trump continues his war against Amazon. And Dave & Buster’s fail to amuse Wall Street. Motley Fool analysts David Kretzmann and Jason Moser discuss those stories and weigh in on Warren Buffett’s next big buy. 

Facebook’s CEO finally emerges to discuss the Cambridge Analytica scandal. Nike finally has a blowout quarter. Dropbox soars on its first day of trading. Jason Moser, Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann discuss those stories, as well as the financial metric Wall Street is trying to keep secret.  Plus, award-winning columnist Morgan Housel reflects on how slowly we accept life-altering inventions and why we love a good story.  Thanks to Harry’s for supporting The Motley Fool. Get your Free Trial Set – go to www.Harrys.com/Fool.  And thanks to Casper for supporting The Motley Fool. Save $50 on a mattress at http://www.casper.com/fool (use the promo code “Fool”).

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg apologizes for the massive data breach. And shares of Guess jump after the fashion retailer reports strong earnings. Ron Gross and David Kretzmann weigh in on those stories and share some questionable fashionable decisions. Thanks to Harry’s for supporting Motley Fool. Get your Free Trial Set – go to Harrys.com/fool

Shares of Roku tumble on earnings. Is the honeymoon over for the streaming device maker? David Kretzmann and Jason Moser tackle that question and weigh in on earnings news from Wayfair, Stamps.com, and Pandora.

Chipotle names Brian Niccol as its new CEO. Is the Taco Bell CEO the missing ingredient for Chipotle? Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann tackle that question and weigh in on earnings from Baidu and Fossil.

Amazon, Berkshire Hathaway, and JPMorgan Chase announce a partnership aimed at cutting health care costs and improving services for employees. What will the deal mean for investors? Jason Moser and David Kretzmann tackle that question, dig into McDonald’s earnings, and kick the tires on Waymo’s new ride. Thanks to LegalZoom for supporting The Motley Fool. Get special savings by going to LegalZoom.com and use Fool at checkout.

In the second and final installment of his interview with Motley Fool investment analyst David Kretzmann, Daniel asks David about researching companies, investing in yourself, and David's takes on a stock market crash, cryptocurrency, podcasts, and mechanical pencils. Follow David Kretzmann on Twitter @David_Kretzmann and check out the Motley Fool at fool.com. Outline: 0:00 - Intro 1:43 - Investing in Stocks or Companies? 4:09 - Researching Companies 9:07 - The Over/Under: Stock Market Crash 2018 10:21 - The Over/Under: Cryptocurrencies and Bitcoin 11:08 - The Over/Under: Mechanical Pencils 11:38 - The Over/Under: Podcasts in General 12:47 - Further Investing Resources 14:52 - What David Would Tell His Twelve-Year-Old Self 16:24 - Thanks to David for Coming on Early Investing 17:05 - Conclusion and Outro

Comcast reports strong earnings and hikes its dividend. And Baidu hints at a new deal with Netflix. David Kretzmann and Matt Argersinger talk about those stories and weigh in on the coming battle between Disney and Netflix.

In the inaugural episode of Early Investing, Daniel conducts part 1 of his interview with David Kretzmann, an investment analyst for the Motley Fool. David, who just like Daniel has invested in stocks since he was 12 years old, talks about how he started investing, his first stocks, some mistakes he has made along the way, and why his nickname is "Pencils". Follow David Kretzmann on Twitter @David_Kretzmann and check out the Motley Fool at fool.com. Outline: 0:00 - Intro 0:57 - How David Got the Nickname "Pencils" 2:15 - David's Bio 3:09 - How David Started Investing 5:56 - David's First Stock 7:15 - Choosing Stocks 8:23 - Investing Changes Over Time 10:32 - Saving Money 13:55 - Learning From Mistakes 16:46 - Outro

David Kretzmann hops on the show to chat about what he saw at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Specifically, we wade through two trends that have fallen out of favor, and some fun stuff he noticed in Las Vegas.

David Kretzmann returns from Las Vegas to share insights from CES. We discuss the latest in autonomous driving, drones, and more.  Plus, David shares the biggest change from last year’s CES, what happened during the blackout, and why we might be close to having a ping-pong playing robot at Fool Global HQ.

What industries should investors be watching this year? Which stocks will provide upside, and which CEOs really need a good year? Jeff Fischer, Ron Gross, Abi Malin, Jason Moser and David Kretzmann preview the year ahead and make some reckless predictions. Thanks to Audible for supporting Motley Fool Money.  Get a free audiobook with a free 30-day trial at audible.com/fool or text FOOL to 500-500.  

CES is the largest consumer technology trade show in the world.  Before analyst David Kretzmann heads to Las Vegas (with 150,000 of his closest friends), he offers a preview of CES and what it means for investors. Thanks to Audible for supporting MarketFoolery.  Get a free audiobook with a free 30-day trial at audible.com/fool or text FOOL to 500-500.

Pepsi orders 100 trucks from Tesla. Stitch Fix has been public for less than a month but is already off to an impressive start.  Google and Facebook battle for traffic. David Kretzmann analyzes those stories and more, as the MarketFoolery holiday music drive gets a boost from Six13. To get a limited-edition holiday shave set while supplies last, go to Harrys.com/Fool

Alphabet and Amazon fight it out. Dave & Buster’s thinks small. And a bankruptcy judge approves a big bonus plan for Toys R Us. Analysts Jim Mueller and David Kretzmann talk about those stories and weigh in on a big decision from the EU courts. And finally, producer Dan Boyd continues his campaign against stale Holiday music with a little help from Whiskey Business.   Thanks to Casper for supporting The Motley Fool. Save $50 on a mattress at http://www.casper.com/fool (promo code “Fool”).

Costco hits an all-time high. Chipotle makes a change at the top. Buffalo Wild Wings goes private as Applebee’s offers a surprising promotion. Ron Gross, Matt Argersinger, and David Kretzmann analyze the retail landscape and much more. Plus, toy industry expert Chris Byrne talks about this year’s hot toys. Thanks to Slack for supporting The Motley Fool. Slack: Where work happens. Find out why at slack.com.

Tencent reports big earnings. Target shareholders see red. And Square gives Bitcoin a stamp of approval. Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann dig into those stories and talk about the future of cryptocurrency. Thanks to Harry’s for supporting The Motley Fool. Get your Free Trial Set -- go to Harrys.com/fool.

Under Armour sinks to its lowest point as a public company after a bad 3rd quarter and worse guidance. Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann analyze the damage and share why it might get even worse. Plus, we dig into the latest results from Shopify, IPG Photonics and Texas Roadhouse, as we plan a 300-mile road trip to the nearest Bubba’s 33.

Twitter and Buffalo Wild Wings have one thing in common: a rising stock price in the wake of Wall Street’s low expectations. David Kretzmann analyzes their latest results, along with the perplexing case of iRobot.  Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag and wrap up Halloween Candy Week. Thanks to Freshbooks for supporting The Motley Fool.  Get a 30-day free trial by going to FreshBooks.com /FOOL and enter “MOTLEY FOOL” in the “How Did You Hear About Us?” section.

IBM’s streak of declining revenue hits 22 quarters, but shares still pop 9%. David Kretzmann and Jim Mueller discuss Big Blue, housing starts, and what investors should expect this earnings season when it comes to “hurricane-related excuses.”  Plus, we dip into the Fool Mailbag.

We’re back from South Carolina!  David Kretzmann shares highlights from our investing conference and analyzes Citron Research’s shorting of Shopify. Thanks to Bombfell for supporting The Motley Fool.  Get $25 off your first purchase at http://bombfell.com/fool

Roku jumps in its public market debut. Andy Cross and David Kretzmann take stock in the streaming device maker and talk millennial trends and trendy stock ideas.

Nintendo shares hit a 9-year high on news of a big partnership. Bed, Bath, and Beyond takes a bath after reporting disappointing earnings. And Amazon gets into the wearables game. Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann discuss those stories and talk about what it all means for investors.

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon calls Bitcoin a fraud. Apple introduces its new iPhone. And Chipotle introduces queso. Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann discuss those stories and talk about what it all means for investors.

Texas Roadhouse serves up big earnings. Shares of Under Armour slip. And shares of Shopify surge. Ron Gross and David Kretzmann dig into those stories.

Shares of Facebook surge on better-than-expected earnings. David Kretzmann and Matt Argersinger weigh in on the surprising numbers and delve into earnings from Buffalo Wild Wings, PayPal, and Tractor Supply Company.

McDonald’s hits a new all-time high after global sales stun Wall Street.  David Kretzmann analyzes the rise of the Golden Arches under CEO Steve Easterbrook.  Plus, we dig into Alphabet’s EU fine and how cost-per-click affected Q2 results, as well as the Domino’s Pizza’s astonishing streak of international sales growth.

Uber founder Travis Kalanick resigns as CEO. CarMax revs up on earnings. And Snapchat gets more bad news. Motley Fool analysts David Kretzmann and Jason Moser discuss these stories and weigh in on the future of Etsy. Thanks to Thumbtack for supporting The Motley Fool.

It’s “Free Taco Day” at Taco Bell!!  Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann attempt to calm investors nervous over the Nasdaq’s mild (and brief) drop.  Then we dig into Nike vs. Under Armour after the NBA Finals, and the potential for MGM Resorts’ new eSports arena.

Apple uses the Worldwide Developer Conference to unveil “HomePod”, a new home assistant. David Kretzmann analyzes the device and shares why he believes Bose and Sonos have more to fear than Amazon and Google. Plus we dig into the latest quarter from Casey’s General Stores and the rise of eSports.

Is oil the past? Is sparkling water the future? Are autonomous vehicles about to accelerate? Motley Fool analysts Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann discuss one investing idea they're bullish on, one they're bearish on, and one they're warming up to. Thanks to Harry’s for supporting The Motley Fool. Get your Free Trial Set – go to Harrys.com/fool

Target’s 1st-quarter profits get them through a “very choppy” retail environment.  Red Robin Gourmet Burgers’ stock pops 17% on a strong 1st-quarter report. David Kretzmann analyzes those companies, plus Jack In The Box’s decision to spin off Qdoba.  Plus, we discuss why delivery is so important for the future success of restaurant companies and spend a minute on last night’s NBA draft lottery.

Apple slips on revenue concerns. Twilio tumbles on an Uber slowdown. And Gilead Sciences stumbles. Analysts Jeff Fischer and David Kretzmann tackle these stories and weigh in on a trillion-dollar question. Thanks to Slack for supporting The Motley Fool.  Learn more at slack.com.

iRobot hits a new high on strong earnings. Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann analyze how helpful robots are rewarding investors.  Plus, we dig into Chipotle’s turnaround and Twitter’s mixed-bag-of-a-quarter. Thanks to Warby Parker for supporting Motley Fool. Order your FREE Home Try-On's at http://www.warbyparker.com/fool

Netflix posts strong earnings in Q1, but questions persist over subscriber growth.  Jim Mueller and David Kretzmann analyze Netflix’s spending habits and the surprising lure of Adam Sandler movies.  Plus we debate United Continental’s future and dip into the Fool Mailbag to figure out what companies actually get for slapping their name and logo on a sports arena. Thanks to Warby Parker for supporting The Motley Fool. Order your FREE Home Try-On's at http://www.warbyparker.com/fool

Motley Fool analysts Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann discuss one stock they're bullish on, one stock they're bearish on, and one stock they're warming up to. Thanks to Audible for supporting our podcast. Get a free audiobook with a free 30 day trial at audible.com/fool .  

Snap goes public and immediately becomes three times the size of Twitter. Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann analyze the enthusiasm around Snap’s IPO, as well as the latest earnings from Shake Shack and Monster Beverage.

Lowe’s rises on earnings. Best Buy falls. Analysts Matt Argersinger and David Kretzmann discuss Amazon-proof retailers and weigh in on the Trump rally, Etsy, and YouTube TV.

Shares of Papa John’s and Texas Roadhouse slip on earnings. And Red Robin flies higher. Analysts Jason Moser and David Kretzmann dig into the latest restaurant earnings, delve into some surprising news from Dish, and discuss the battle for the living room. To check out our brand new service, Motley Fool Total Income, just go to TotalIncomeRadio.Fool.com.

Automakers rev up sales. Retailers report some not-so-happy holiday numbers. Apple reports some big numbers for its apps. And Sears unloads its toolbox. Plus, Motley Fool analyst David Kretzmann reports from Las Vegas about some of the hot tech trends at CES 2017.

The Consumer Electronics Show is the largest consumer technology trade show in the world.  Before analyst David Kretzmann (and a team of Fools) heads to Las Vegas, he offers a preview of CES and what it means for investors.

We analyze Apple’s big event, including the new iPhone 7 features and the new version of the Apple Watch.  David Kretzmann and Aaron Bush analyze Liberty Media’s purchase of Formula One Racing and Tesla Motor’s ongoing battle with state governments.  Plus, happy 50th anniversary Star Trek!

Eye-popping same-store sales drive another great quarter for Home Depot. David Kretzmann shares why he believes the stock still has room to run. Plus we dip into the Fool Mailbag and offer some unsolicited advice to AMC Entertainment.

David Kretzmann returns from Sin City to share the highlights from the 2016 Consumer Electronics Show and why no one should hold their breath waiting for self-driving cars. For a preview of our Supernova service, go to www.SupernovaRadio.fool.com.

The Consumer Electronics Show is the largest consumer technology trade show in the world.  Next week David Kretzmann (and a team of Fools) heads to Las Vegas for CES. Today he offers a preview of CES and what it means for investors.

“I know how important it is to invest, I just don’t know how to get started.”  At The Motley Fool we hear this comment all the time.  So in part 1 of our special Aaron Bush and David Kretzmann discuss why it’s so important to invest, how to get started, and how millennials can get started on the road to financial independence.

Fresh off their visit to South By Southwest, Motley Fool analysts David Kretzmann and Aaron Bush discuss their impressions, including the continued rise of mobile, the evolution of e-commerce, and why Big Data and the ride-sharing economy are trends worth watching.  Plus, we share listener comments from Twitter and offer travel tips for anyone visiting Austin, Texas.