Podcasts about index funds

In this episode, Scott Becker discusses the pros and cons of various investment strategies.

The fifth installment of our Ask Me Anything sessions begins with the inevitable volatility of the stock market as we urge investors to remain calm amidst recent US stock declines. Similarly, we unpack the historical resilience of stock markets and offer advice for dealing with market crashes before discussing why bonds are not the best strategy for boosting returns. We examine the proposed Alberta Pension Plan, the Rational Reminder Podcast guests whose impact still ripples across PWL, how to be a PWL-style advisor, and we revisit the DFA versus Vanguard debate. We also explain why spending rules aren't for us at PWL, the relationship between the amount to withdraw and the stock/bond allocation, and alternatives for short-term horizon investing, saving, and equities. To end, we hear feedback from Atti Ilmanen as well as reviews from listeners, but before all that, Mark McGrath shares bittersweet news! Stay tuned for an episode full of reflection, strategy, and insight.   Key Points From This Episode:   (0:01:13) The inevitability of market volatility and the historical resilience of stock markets. (0:13:04) How to approach a volatile market and advice for dealing with a market crash.  (0:18:06) Why bonds are not a return-enhancing strategy. (0:21:04) A brief examination of the proposed Alberta Pension Plan. (0:25:02) Impactful guests who have influenced how we work at PWL Capital. (0:33:25) How to be a PWL-style advisor. (0:35:37) Weighing Dimensional funds (DFA) against Vanguard and others.  (0:41:57) Why spending rules aren't really our thing.  (0:44:56) The relationship between the amount to withdraw and the stock/bond allocation. (0:49:50) Exploring alternatives for short-term horizon investing, saving, and equities. (0:57:00) An important announcement from Mark! (1:02:51) The Aftershow: feedback from Antti Ilmanen, listener reviews, and final thoughts.    Links From Today's Episode: Meet with PWL Capital — https://calendly.com/d/3vm-t2j-h3p Rational Reminder on iTunes — https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rational-reminder-podcast/id1426530582. Rational Reminder Website — https://rationalreminder.ca/  Rational Reminder on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/rationalreminder/ Rational Reminder on X — https://x.com/RationalRemindRational Reminder on TikTok — www.tiktok.com/@rationalreminder Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Rational Reminder Email — info@rationalreminder.caBenjamin Felix — https://pwlcapital.com/our-team/ Benjamin on X — https://x.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ Dan Bortolotti on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-bortolotti-8a482310/ Mark McGrath on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcgrathcfp/ Mark McGrath on X — https://x.com/MarkMcGrathCFP Episode 248: Prof. William Goetzmann: Learning from Financial Market History — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/248   Episode 100: Prof. Kenneth French: Expect the Unexpected — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/100  Episode 352: Jessica Moorhouse: Everything But Money — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/352   Episode 316: Andrew Chen: "Is everything I was taught about cross-sectional asset pricing wrong?!" — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/316  Episode 224: Prof. Scott Cederburg: Long-Horizon Losses in Stocks, Bonds, and Bills — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/224  Episode 284: Prof. Scott Cederburg: Challenging the Status Quo on Lifecycle Asset Allocation — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/284  Episode 350: Scott Cederburg: A Critical Assessment of Lifecycle Investment Advice — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/350  Episode 89: Wade Pfau: Safety-First: A Sensible Approach to Retirement Income Planning — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/89  Episode 289: Retiring Retirement Income Myths with the Retirement Income Dream Team — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/289  Episode 122: Prof. Moshe Milevsky: Solving the Retirement Equation — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/122  Episode 59: Alexandra Macqueen: Financial Economics and Annuities: Rational Planning for Retirement — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/59  Episode 283: When Volatility is Risk, and Introducing The Money Scope Podcast — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/283  Episode 351: DFA vs. Vanguard — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/351  Episode 254: David Blanchett: Regret Optimized Portfolios, and Optimal Retirement Income — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/254  Episode 152: Evaluating Systematic Equity Strategies — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/152  Episode 347: The Case for Index Funds — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/347  Episode 281: Lifecycle Asset Allocation, and Retiring Successfully with Justin King — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/281  Episode 315: An Update from Avantis with Eduardo Repetto — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/315  Alberta Pension Plan — https://www.albertapensionplan.ca/  Financial Planning Association of Canada — https://www.fpassociation.ca/  Hook — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102057/  Antti Ilmanen | AQR — https://www.aqr.com/About-Us/OurFirm/Antti-Ilmanen    Books From Today's Episode:    The Great Depression: A Diary — https://www.amazon.com/dp/1586489011  Narrative Economics: How Stories Go Viral and Drive — https://www.amazon.com/dp/0691182299    Papers From Today's Episode:    ‘Negative Bubbles: What Happens after a Crash' — https://ssrn.com/abstract=3038658  ‘Beyond the Status Quo: A Critical Assessment of Lifecycle Investment Advice' — https://ssrn.com/abstract=4590406   ‘Financially Sound Households Use Financial Planners, Not Transactional Advisers' — https://www.financialplanningassociation.org/sites/default/files/2023-01/APR19%20Blanchett.pdf  ‘Finding and Funding a Good Life' — https://pwlcapital.com/finding-and-funding-a-good-life/ 

Should you even try to hedge a single position inside an index fund? What happens when you spot a single stock within your broad market index that looks seriously overvalued? We'll weigh the costs, complexities, and potential benefits against simpler, more effective risk management approaches for index fund investors.Send us a textSend your questions for upcoming show to checkyourbalances@outlook.com @checkyourbalances on Instagram

In this episode we answer emails from Jeremy, Brad, and James.  We discuss a more aggressive risk-parity portfolio similar to the Weird Portfolio, the problems with data analysis and recency bias and considerations in accounting for Social Security or pensions in retirement portfolio planning.And THEN we our go through our weekly portfolio reviews of the eight sample portfolios you can find at Portfolios | Risk Parity Radio.Additional links:Jeremy's Portfolio on Portfolio Visualizer:  https://www.portfoliovisualizer.com/backtest-asset-class-allocation?s=y&sl=LDhLHuhVF5zOKfTZckLT7Weird Portfolio:  Weird Portfolio – Portfolio ChartsTestfolio Portfolio Comparison (90/10 vs. 50/50):  https://testfol.io/?s=2TDnqWEw5FEBogle Interview (re Social Security):  Jack Bogle on Index Funds, Vanguard, and Investing AdviceKitces Interview (re Social Security):  Social Security: Part of Your Asset Allocation?Breathless AI-Bot Summary:  "A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds," begins this episode, capturing the essence of breaking away from conventional investment thinking. Stepping into Frank's metaphorical "dive bar of personal finance," listeners are treated to an exploration of portfolio diversification during turbulent market conditions.Frank tackles three thought-provoking listener questions that challenge common investing assumptions. First, he analyzes a balanced portfolio proposal with equal allocations to large-cap growth, small-cap value, REITs, long-term treasuries, and gold, explaining why this more aggressive risk parity approach shows promising safe withdrawal rates. The conversation shifts to the dangers of recency bias when a listener questions the underperformance of a 50-50 small-cap value/large-cap growth portfolio over just five years. Frank emphasizes that even a decade of data can be "just noise" when evaluating investment strategies, reminding us to focus on performance during challenging market periods rather than recent returns.Perhaps most compelling is Frank's fresh perspective on integrating Social Security into financial planning. Challenging the notion that Social Security should be viewed as fixed-income allocation, he suggests treating it more like an annuity that reduces expenses rather than an asset within your portfolio. This shifts the conversation from wealth preservation to life maximization, encouraging retirees to consider increasing discretionary spending rather than hoarding assets.The weekly portfolio review reveals a fascinating market story: while the S&P 500 has fallen 8.64% year-to-date and small-cap value has plummeted 19.69%, gold has surged 23.12%. This perfect illustration of risk parity principles shows how properly diversified portfolios maintain remarkable stability despite individual asset volatility. The unlevered sample portfolios remain down less than 1% year-to-date, demonstrating the power of hearing that "different drummer" when constructing your investment approach.Have questions about building your own diversified portfolio? Email frank@riskparityradio.com or visit the website to connect directly. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen to podcasts!Support the show

In this episode of Boldin Your Money, host Steve Chen and guest Mike Himmelfarb unpack the newly announced "Liberation Day" tariffs and their sweeping impact on global markets, economic strategy, and personal finance. Recorded just days after a sharp market correction, the discussion blends macroeconomic insight with practical, real-world investing perspectives. Mike shares his background in finance and tech, and how his conservative, index-focused investment approach helps him navigate market volatility. The conversation explores the rationale behind the tariffs—including revenue generation, trade imbalances, and national security—as well as the risks of stagflation, geopolitical tension with China, and broader economic uncertainty. Together, they emphasize the importance of long-term planning, emotional discipline, diversification, and critical thinking in times of change. With insights on everything from debt refinancing to the role of automation and immigration in America's future, the episode offers a thoughtful, grounded take on a complex moment in economic history.

There's no arguing that real estate and stocks are the two most proven ways to build wealth, but which one comes out on top in a race to FIRE? Stay tuned as we put these investment vehicles to the test and show you the fastest path to early retirement! Welcome back to the BiggerPockets Money podcast! Today, Mindy and guest co-host Amberly Grant are pitting real estate investing and stock investing against each other to determine which of these popular investments is most FIRE-friendly. The best part? They don't exactly agree! First, Amberly will defend the position of real estate investing. From house hacking and live-in flips to out-of-state investing, there are several strategies you can use to create monthly cash flow, build wealth through appreciation, and save a fortune on taxes! Meanwhile, Mindy will defend her time-tested stock investing strategy. Along the way, she'll share the many advantages of passive investing, compare 60/40 and 90/10 stock-to-bond investment portfolios, and show you the ideal portfolio mix for those who plan to retire on the 4% rule. YOU decide which of our financially independent hosts has the strongest case! In This Episode We Cover Real estate versus stocks (and which will help you FIRE faster) How YOU can “live for free” with the house hacking strategy Saving hundreds of thousands in taxes with the live-in flip strategy How to turn your rental properties passive by investing out of state The perfect stock portfolio allocation for retiring on the 4% rule And So Much More! Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/money-626 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to invest but don't know where to start? Here's the breakdown. In this episode, Jaspreet dives into the difference between mutual funds, index funds, and ETFs, and why picking the wrong one could cost you tens of thousands in hidden fees: What mutual funds really do (and why most people overpay for them) Why Warren Buffett bet $1M against high-fee hedge funds and won How index funds let you mirror the market without the management drama Why ETFs are like stocks…but with way more chill How to avoid paying $166,000+ in unnecessary fees over 30 years Which fund option gives you the most flexibility If you're looking to grow your money without becoming a full-time stock researcher, this is your no-BS guide. Want more financial news? Join Market Briefs, my free daily financial newsletter: https://www.briefs.co/market Below are my recommended tools! Please note: Yes, these are our sponsors & advertisers. However, these are companies that I trust and use (or have used). The compensation doesn't affect my recommendations or advice. That being said, you should always do your own research & never blindly listen to a random guy on YouTube (or a podcast). ---------- ➤ Invest In Stocks Passively 1) M1 Finance - Buy stocks & ETFs automatically: https://theminoritymindset.com/m1 ---------- ➤ Life Insurance 2) Policygenius - Get a free life insurance quote: https://theminoritymindset.com/policygenius ---------- ➤ Real Estate Investing Online 3) Fundrise - Invest in real estate with as little as $10! https://theminoritymindset.com/fundrise ----------

To mark the beginning of Financial Literacy Month, the team breaks down various investing terms, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and index funds. What are the differences among these investment types, and what is the first step you should take?

If you've got a 401(k) or invest using Nicole's Index Funds and Chill approach, chances are you're a shareholder in major companies like Berkshire Hathaway or Tesla—and that means you have power. You can vote on who runs these companies, how they operate, and where your money goes. But most of us don't use that power, and while we sit it out, others are stepping in—often to push agendas, not better business. Today, Nicole is joined by Nell Minow—an expert in corporate governance—to break down what shareholder activism should be, what it's becoming, and why your retirement account might be more influential than you think. Oh, and she's also got some thoughts on Tesla and Elon Musk… you won't want to miss it. Here are resources from Nell on proxy voting: https://www.iconikapp.com/as-you-sow https://theshareholdercommons.com/potb/

There are many investment vehicles out there and some perform better than others. But there’s a lot of evidence to suggest that buying and holding index funds will pay off in the long run. On today's Faith & Finance Live, Rob West will welcome Benji Bailey of Praxis Mutual Funds to share some impressive information about index funds. Then Rob will answer your questions on different financial topics. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast,  we're going to talk about  how I analyze index funds to choose my investments. How Andrew Can Help You:  Listen to The Business Show here. Don't let another year pass by without making significant strides toward your dreams. "Master Your Money Goals" is your pathway to a future where your aspirations are not just wishes but realities. Enroll now and make this year count! Join The Master Money Newsletter where you will become smarter with your money in 5 minutes or less per week Here! Learn to invest by joining  Index Fund Pro! This is Andrew's course teaching you how to invest!  Watch The Master Money Youtube Channel! , Ask Andrew a question on Instagram or TikTok.  Learn how to get out of Debt by joining our Free Course  Leave Feedback or Episode Requests here.  Car buying Calculator here Thanks to Our Amazing Sponsors for supporting The Personal Finance Podcast. Shopify: Shopify makes it so easy to sell. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at  shopify.com/pfp Chime: Start your credit journey with Chime. Sign-up takes only two minutes and doesn't affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/ Thanks to Fundrise for Sponsoring the show! Invest in real estate going to fundrise.com/pfp Thanks to Policy Genius for Sponsoring the show! Go to policygenius.com to get your free life insurance quote. Go to joindeleteme.com/pfp20 for 20% off! Indeed: Start hiring NOW with a SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/personalfinance Turn your business dream into reality! Apply now at www.oneday.org/pfp  Go to Acorns.com/pfp and start automating your investments and get a $5 bonus today! Delete Me: Use Promo Code PFP for 20% off!  Relevant Episode:  How to Build a Forever Portfolio With Rob Berger Should You Rebalance Your Portfolio (The Answer May Surprise You!) The Complete Breakdown of The 2-Fund Portfolio (The Warren Buffett Portfolio) Connect With Andrew on Social Media:  Instagram  TikTok Twitter  Master Money Website  Master Money Youtube Channel   Free Guides:   The Stairway to Wealth: The Order of Operations for your Money  How to Negotiate Your Salary  The 75 Day Money Challenge  Get out Of Debt Fast  Take the Money Personality Quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Did you hear about the guy who owned last year's top-performing funds? Yeah, it's too bad he bought them this year, though.There's a lot of evidence to suggest that buying and holding index funds will pay off in the long run. Benji Bailey joins us today to make the case with some impressive numbers.Benji Bailey is Vice President of Investments and Senior Fixed Income Manager at Praxis Mutual Funds, an underwriter of Faith & Finance.The Importance of Indexes in InvestingTo understand index funds, we can view them like guideposts in a national park. Just as signs direct visitors to scenic views and help them stay on the right path, indexes serve as essential benchmarks for investors. These benchmarks, such as the S&P 500 for large-cap stocks or the Bloomberg Aggregate for bonds, allow investors to measure their progress toward financial goals.Without these guideposts, investors risk straying off course, possibly realizing too late that their portfolio has been heading in the wrong direction. Publicly available indexes provide a crucial check-in, ensuring investments align with long-term objectives.Many investors believe they can outperform the market by actively trading stocks. However, research suggests otherwise. A study published in The Journal of Finance found that individuals who frequently traded stocks underperformed compared to those who traded less.Over a six-year period:The market returned approximately 18% annually.Less active traders saw returns of around 16.4%.The most active traders only achieved 11.4%, underperforming by over 6%.This trend highlights the dangers of excessive trading. Warren Buffett summarized it well: “The stock market is designed to transfer money from the active to the patient.” The Bible echoes this wisdom in Proverbs 13:11: “Wealth gained hastily will dwindle, but whoever gathers little by little will increase it.”Active vs. Passive Mutual FundsA key distinction in investing is the difference between active and passive mutual funds:Active funds: Managed by professionals who handpick a smaller set of stocks, hoping to outperform the market.Passive funds: Designed to mirror an index, holding a broad range of stocks for stable, long-term growth.According to Morningstar, over the past 15 years, only 9% of actively managed large-cap funds outperformed their passive counterparts—meaning 91% of active funds underperformed. This data suggests that passive investing can be a more reliable strategy for many investors.Aligning Investments with Faith ValuesMany faith-driven investors worry that traditional index funds may include companies whose values don't align with their beliefs. Praxis Mutual Funds addresses this concern by screening out companies involved in industries such as:AlcoholTobaccoGamblingAbortion-related businessesHowever, the more companies an investor removes from an index, the greater the potential for volatility in returns. For example, removing just one company from the S&P 500 would have little impact, but excluding half of the index's stocks would significantly increase volatility.Praxis Mutual Funds utilizes an optimized equity index strategy to balance faith-based values with financial performance. Instead of replicating an index, Praxis screens out objectionable companies and uses a software-driven approach to reallocate funds into a diversified mix that closely tracks the market's performance.This method allows faith-based investors to remain aligned with their values without sacrificing reasonable returns.The Role of Patience in InvestingMarket volatility can make investing an emotional challenge. Many investors instinctively buy when the market is high and sell when it's low—precisely the opposite of what leads to long-term success.Historical data shows that the S&P 500 has had an average annual return of around 10% over the past 97 years, but actual yearly returns rarely fall near that average. Investors who stay the course and focus on long-term gains are more likely to benefit from market growth.The Bible encourages this patient approach in Ecclesiastes 11:2: “Invest in seven ventures, yes, in eight; you do not know what disaster may come upon the land.” Diversification and patience are essential principles for wise investing.Making a Positive Impact Through InvestingBeyond screening out specific companies, Praxis Mutual Funds takes an active role in making a positive impact through:Proxy voting: Ensuring shareholder influence aligns with faith values.Shareholder engagement: Advocating for ethical corporate practices.Community development investing: Allocating 1% of funds to microfinance and social impact projects.Faith-based investing is about more than avoiding harmful industries; it's also about using investment dollars to create meaningful, Christ-centered change in the world. Whether through index funds or faith-based investment strategies, the goal is to align financial decisions with biblical principles.As Proverbs 21:5 reminds us: “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.” A well-planned investment strategy, guided by faith and patience, can lead to lasting financial fruitfulness.For those interested in learning more about faith-based investing, Praxis Mutual Funds provides a wealth of information at PraxisInvests.com.On Today's Program, Rob Answers Listener Questions:As the executor of my deceased relative's estate, do I need to report my role to FinCEN, similar to reporting the controlling party of a company?I'm 85, and I draw Social Security. I used to do side jobs, and when I filed my taxes because of the side jobs, my CPA told me I don't need to file taxes anymore since I'm on Social Security. Now I'm hearing they're talking about cutting taxes on Social Security, so I'm confused. Do I still need to file taxes if Social Security is my only income?Resources Mentioned:Faithful Steward: FaithFi's New Quarterly MagazinePraxis Mutual FundsNeither Poverty nor Riches: A Biblical Theology of Possessions (Volume 7) (New Studies in Biblical Theology) by Dr. Craig BlombergWisdom Over Wealth: 12 Lessons from Ecclesiastes on Money (Pre-Order)Look At The Sparrows: A 21-Day Devotional on Financial Fear and AnxietyRich Toward God: A Study on the Parable of the Rich FoolFind a Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA) or Certified Christian Financial Counselor (CertCFC)FaithFi App Remember, you can call in to ask your questions most days at (800) 525-7000. Faith & Finance is also available on the Moody Radio Network and American Family Radio. Visit our website at FaithFi.com where you can join the FaithFi Community and give as we expand our outreach.

There are many investment vehicles out there and some perform better than others. But there’s a lot of evidence to suggest that buying and holding index funds will pay off in the long run. On today's Faith & Finance Live, Rob West will welcome Benji Bailey of Praxis Mutual Funds to share some impressive information about index funds. Then Rob will answer your questions on different financial topics. Faith & Finance Live is a listener supported program on Moody Radio. To join our team of supporters, click here.To support the ministry of FaithFi, click here.To learn more about Rob West, click here.To learn more about Faith & Finance Live, click here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Capitalizing on Digital Transformations in Emerging Markets with Kevin CarterWelcome to another of the Asia Business Podcast. In this episode, we are privileged to sit down with Kevin Carter, the founder and chief investment officer at EMQQ Global. As an expert in emerging and frontier markets, Kevin brings a wealth of knowledge on the rapid evolution of these economies, particularly focusing on the technology sector.Introduction to Kevin Carter and EMQQ GlobalKevin Carter leads EMQQ Global, an investment management firm specializing in emerging markets technology. His career trajectory, starting from an interview at a leading investment bank in the 90s to creating some of the earliest China-focused ETFs, provides a fascinating backdrop to our discussion.The Journey to Emerging MarketsKevin shares his intriguing journey, from reading a seminal book "A Random Walk Down Wall Street" to his collaborations with financial visionary Burton Malkiel. His experiences underscore the pivotal moments that shaped his focus on emerging markets and the transformative power of technology within them.Broadening Focus Beyond ChinaWhile Kevin's initial ventures primarily focused on China, he expanded his reach, driven by the realization that investors often consider emerging markets as a singular allocation. This strategic decision has allowed EMQQ to capture the broader growth potential inherent in multiple emerging economies.Analyzing the Trends: The Triple Mega Trend in Emerging MarketsKevin explains the three mega trends driving growth in emerging markets:Consumer Growth:As emerging markets like China and India continue their economic ascent, consumer demand for products and services is surging.Technological Advancements:The widespread adoption of smartphones and the internet is catalyzing growth, propelling these markets into unprecedented digital integration.Internet Expansion:With most of the world still transitioning to digital, internet companies in these regions are poised for explosive growth.Addressing Regulatory and Perception ChallengesNavigating the regulatory landscape in markets like China is complex. Kevin discusses the challenges and misconceptions around government interventions in major markets, emphasizing the nuanced dynamics that investors must consider.India on the Horizon: A New Chapter in Emerging MarketsLooking ahead, Kevin is optimistic about India's growth trajectory. With a burgeoning middle class and rapid digital adoption, India, according to Kevin, represents the next big opportunity in emerging markets.Conclusion: A Visionary's Insight into the FutureThrough a blend of insightful analysis and personal experiences, Kevin Carter offers a comprehensive view of the vast opportunities and challenges within emerging markets. His discussion provides invaluable insights for investors and businesses looking to navigate these dynamic spaces.For a deeper dive into these discussions, listen to the full episode of the Asia Business Podcast, where Kevin Carter shares his expertise on emerging markets and the factors driving their transformation. Timestamps00:00 Introduction to the Asia Business Podcast00:35 Kevin Carter's Early Career and Influences03:58 The Birth of EMQQ and Early Ventures07:34 Expanding Beyond China: A Strategic Move12:24 Challenges and Realizations in Emerging Markets20:46 The Internet and E-commerce Revolution25:07 Global Mobile Phone-Based Orders25:48 Regulatory Risks in Emerging Markets27:03 China's Regulatory Landscape30:10 Alibaba and Tencent: Market Dynamics38:18 Impact of Global Trade Policies42:45 Investment Strategies in Emerging Markets46:39 Future Trends in Emerging Markets48:55 Conclusion and Final Thoughts  ProducerJacob ThomasFollow UsLinkedInApple Podcasts

In this discussion on Paisa Vaisa, our host Anupam Gupta in conversation with Vetri Subramaniam, CIO, UTI Mutual Fund breaks down the UTI Nifty Index Fund—its expenses, investor trends, and the evolving role of passive investing in India. They explore how distributors reacted at launch, the fund’s long-term investors, and why Nifty remains a key benchmark. Plus, they dive into the active vs. passive debate and what the future holds for index investing in India. Topics Covered: ✅Cost and accessibility (focusing on low expenses and simplicity)✅Investor behavior (who holds units, how distributors reacted)✅The active vs. passive debate✅The future of passive investing in India✅Why Nifty?

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world.Today's Stocks & Topics: Trend Following, Return of Equity and Ret. Of Assets, Quant Investing, Treasuries, Index Funds, Money Market Funds, 401k Withdrawal, Dividend Reinvestment, Short Selling vs. Put Options, Covered Calls, International and Emerging Market, DRIP Stocks, ETFs Analysis, Investment Loss, Roth I-R-A Contributions, Small Caps, Transfer Positions.Our Sponsors:* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com* Check out ShipStation: https://shipstation.com/INVEST* Check out Trust & Will: https://trustandwill.com/INVESTAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Are index funds the best investment strategy for most investors? In this episode of Rational Reminder, Benjamin Felix, Dan Bortolotti, and Mark McGrath explore why low-cost index funds should be the primary investment strategy for most people. They explain how index funds evolved from a niche concept to a widely accepted strategy and outline their six key benefits. Learn about the fees associated with index funds, why index funds outperform most actively managed funds, and how to avoid the risks of picking individual stocks. They also explore academic research on long-term mutual fund performance, the persistence (or lack thereof) in active management, and the dangers of alternative indexing schemes. Discover how behaviour impacts investment decisions and why a globally diversified portfolio is crucial. Finally, in the aftershow, Ben shares an update regarding his health and listener feedback from the Rational Reminder community. Join the conversation and uncover why index funds are the best investment strategy and how to leverage them effectively to maximize your portfolio for long-term gains. Tune in now!   Key Points From This Episode:   (0:01:58) Outline of today's topic and why index funds should be everyone's main investment strategy. (0:05:10) Index fund fundamentals, market cap weighting, and why not all ETFs are index funds.  (0:10:03) Learn about the transition of index funds into mainstream finance and their low-fee advantages. (0:13:30) Linking fees to index performance and why lower fees gives them an advantage over managed funds. (0:19:50) The general awareness about index funds and what impact the lack of diversification has on actively managed funds. (0:26:35) Explore critical research comparing the returns on investment between index funds and actively managed funds. (0:33:32) Unpack why the size of the active management industry matters and common misconceptions surrounding the long-term returns of mutual funds. (0:42:26) Discover why some fund managers do well and how sector-specific performance influences stock returns. (0:48:28) Unpack why average returns are better than beating the market and what makes index funds tax efficient.  (0:51:08) Find out what makes index funds easy to use and how this results in higher returns in the long term.  (0:55:25) How index funds are consistent with foundational finance theory and why thematic ETFs and sector-specific index funds should be avoided. (1:05:40) The aftershow: Ben shares a personal health update, Rational Reminder news, and a request for listener AMA questions.   Links From Today's Episode: Meet with PWL Capital: https://calendly.com/d/3vm-t2j-h3p Rational Reminder on iTunes — https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-rational-reminder-podcast/id1426530582. Rational Reminder Website — https://rationalreminder.ca/  Rational Reminder on Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/rationalreminder/ Rational Reminder on X — https://x.com/RationalRemindRational Reminder on TikTok — www.tiktok.com/@rationalreminder Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Rational Reminder Email — info@rationalreminder.caBenjamin Felix — https://pwlcapital.com/our-team/ Benjamin on X — https://x.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ Mark McGrath on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/markmcgrathcfp/ Mark McGrath on X — https://x.com/MarkMcGrathCFP Dan Bortolotti — https://pwlcapital.com/our-team/ Dan Bortolotti on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-bortolotti-8a482310/ Canadian Couch Potato Blog — https://canadiancouchpotato.com/ Canadian Couch Potato Podcast — https://canadiancouchpotato.com/podcast/ Episode 54: Dr. David Blitzer — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/54 Episode 124: Prof. Lubos Pastor — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/124 Episode 133: Adriana Robertson — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/133 Episode 220: Jonathan Berk and Jules van Binsbergen — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/220 Episode 244: Charles D. Ellis — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/244 Episode 268: Itzhak Ben-David — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/268 Episode 302: Michael Green — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/302 Episode 346: Hendrik Bessembinder — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/346 Coffeezilla — https://www.youtube.com/@Coffeezilla Coffeezilla: Investing for Idiots — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hoGm61I52YQ YCharts — https://ycharts.com/   Papers From Today's Episode:    'The Arithmetic of Active Management' — https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.2469/faj.v47.n1.7 'Sharpening Sharpe's Arithmetic' — https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.2469/faj.v74.n1.4 'Mutual Fund Flows and Performance in Rational Markets' — https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/abs/10.1086/424739 'Why Indexing Works' — https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/asmb.2271 'Long-Term Shareholder Returns: Evidence from 64,000 Global Stocks' — https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/0015198X.2023.2188870 'The Performance of Mutual Funds in the Period 1945-1964' — https://www.jstor.org/stable/2325404 'On Persistence in Mutual Fund Performance' — https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1540-6261.1997.tb03808.x 'Capital Asset Prices: A Theory of Market Equilibrium Under Conditions of Risk' — https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1111/j.1540-6261.1964.tb02865.x 'Passive in name only: Delegated management and index investing' — https://heinonline.org/HOL/LandingPage?handle=hein.journals/yjor36&div=20&id=&page=

In this episode, we delve into the considerations when trading options with stocks and ETFs compared to trading index options. Learn the differences between cash-settled and share-settled options, understand potential assignment risks, and explore the impacts of early exercise. We'll also discuss the nuances between weekly and monthly expiration cycles and the influence of dividends on your options trading strategy. Join Us! - https://www.lockeinyoursuccess.com/memberships/ 00:00 –Index vs. Options Trading 01:12 – Cash vs. Share Settled Options 03:43 – Assignment 05:10 – Managing Risk 07:28 – Long Stock If You Are In The Money 09:06 – Short Call 10:08 – Assets With Dividends 10:55 – Stocks 12:28 - Trade with us! John Locke has been working with options for almost 20 years and has built himself up as a leader in the stock options trading industry. Having trained now hundreds of traders, his natural ability to teach complex topics with clarity and passion has made him invaluable to the trading community. *The result shown is from real-time, hypothetical trades such as those shown in the Options Trading for Income weekly webinar or Trading With The PROS biweekly webinars. Simulated trades are believed to be represented as accurately as possible, however, live results may have been different. The result is shared as an example for educational purposes ONLY.

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In this episode, Scott Becker dives into the importance of asset allocation, the risks of picking individual stocks, and why broad-based index funds like the S&P 500 may be the smarter choice for most investors.

In this episode, Scott Becker dives into the importance of asset allocation, the risks of picking individual stocks, and why broad-based index funds like the S&P 500 may be the smarter choice for most investors.

Warren Buffett recently sol 100% of the two S&P 500 index funds Berkshire Hathaway owned, including Vanguard's VOO. In this video, we'll look at whether we should too.News Article: https://www.investors.com/etfs-and-fu...Berkshire's Stock Holdings: https://www.dataroma.com/m/holdings.p...Berkshire's Net Stock Sales: https://x.com/dividend_data/status/18...Join the Newsletter. It's Free:https://robberger.com/newsletter/?utm...

In this episode, Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders start out by discussing the latest developments in economic policy and tariffs. They also cover the latest inflation readings and their implications on the dollar and the Treasury market. Then, Liz Ann sits down with Phil Mackintosh, chief economist and senior vice president at Nasdaq. They discuss the unique economic cycle in the U.S., post-pandemic, focusing on the interplay between micro- and macroeconomics. Mackintosh explains his thoughts on the role of tariffs, the Federal Reserve's current policy, immigration's impact on the labor force, and the outlook for profit margins and earnings. Phil and Liz Ann also examine the influence of AI on productivity, the performance of the Magnificent Seven stocks, and the challenges faced by small-cap companies. Finally, Mackintosh shares insights on valuation in a growth-oriented economy and outlines the risks and opportunities that lie ahead.You can read Phil Mackintosh's weekly newsletter, Market Makers, on Nasdaq.com.On Investing is an original podcast from Charles Schwab. For more on the show, visit schwab.com/OnInvesting. If you enjoy the show, please leave a rating or review on Apple Podcasts.Important DisclosuresThe information provided here is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered an individualized recommendation or personalized investment advice. The investment strategies mentioned here may not be suitable for everyone. Each investor needs to review an investment strategy for his or her own particular situation before making any investment decision. All expressions of opinion are subject to change without notice in reaction to shifting market conditions. Data contained herein from third-party providers is obtained from what are considered reliable sources. However, its accuracy, completeness, or reliability cannot be guaranteed. Examples provided are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be reflective of results you can expect to achieve. The comments, views, and opinions expressed in the presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the views of Charles Schwab.Investing involves risk, including loss of principal. Performance may be affected by risks associated with non-diversification, including investments in specific countries or sectors. Additional risks may also include, but are not limited to, investments in foreign securities, especially emerging markets, real estate investment trusts (REITs), fixed income, municipal securities including state specific municipal securities, small capitalization securities and commodities. Each individual investor should consider these risks carefully before investing in a particular security or strategy.Currency trading is speculative, volatile and not suitable for all investors.Past performance is no guarantee of future results and the opinions presented cannot be viewed as an indicator of future performance.Indexes are unmanaged, do not incur management fees, costs and expenses, and cannot be invested in directly. For more information on indexes, please see schwab.com/indexdefinitions.All names and market data shown above are for illustrative purposes only and are not a recommendation, offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security.Diversification and asset allocation strategies do not ensure a profit and cannot protect against losses in a declining market.The PHLX Semiconductor Sector Index (SOX) is a modified market capitalization-weighted index composed of companies primarily involved in the design, distribution, manufacture, and sale of semiconductors.Forecasts contained herein are for illustrative purposes only, may be based upon proprietary research and are developed through analysis of historical public data.The Sahm rule is triggered when the three-month average U.S. unemployment rate rises by 0.50% or more from its 12-month low, which indicates a recession is underway.The policy analysis provided by the Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., does not constitute and should not be interpreted as an endorsement of any political party.(0225-X7NN)

In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast, we're going to discuss about I have $1 million, should I sell stocks or go all in on index funds?  How Andrew Can Help You:  Don't let another year pass by without making significant strides toward your dreams. "Master Your Money Goals" is your pathway to a future where your aspirations are not just wishes but realities. Enroll now and make this year count! Join The Master Money Newsletter where you will become smarter with your money in 5 minutes or less per week Here! Learn to invest by joining  Index Fund Pro! This is Andrew's course teaching you how to invest!  Watch The Master Money Youtube Channel! , Ask Andrew a question on Instagram or TikTok.  Learn how to get out of Debt by joining our Free Course  Leave Feedback or Episode Requests here.  Car buying Calculator here Thanks to Our Amazing Sponsors for supporting The Personal Finance Podcast. Shopify: Shopify makes it so easy to sell. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at  shopify.com/pfp Chime: Start your credit journey with Chime. Sign-up takes only two minutes and doesn't affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/ Thanks to Fundrise for Sponsoring the show! Invest in real estate going to fundrise.com/pfp Thanks to Policy Genius for Sponsoring the show! Go to policygenius.com to get your free life insurance quote. Go to joindeleteme.com/pfp20 for 20% off! Indeed: Start hiring NOW with a SEVENTY-FIVE DOLLAR SPONSORED JOB CREDIT to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/personalfinance Go to Acorns.com/pfp and start automating your investments and get a $5 bonus today!  Links Mentioned in This Episode:  Fund Overlap tool 12 Amazon Scams You Need to Watch Out For! 7 Financial Scams to Watch Out for in 2024 The 1-3-6 Method For Building & Managing Your Emergency Fund Connect With Andrew on Social Media:  Instagram  TikTok Twitter  Master Money Website  Master Money Youtube Channel   Free Guides:   The Stairway to Wealth: The Order of Operations for your Money  How to Negotiate Your Salary  The 75 Day Money Challenge  Get out Of Debt Fast  Take the Money Personality Quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Understanding the difference between index funds, ETFs, actively managed funds or even thematic funds can be confusing. But once it clicks, a whole lot of the investing world becomes so much clearer! So we are taking you through a set by step guide to deciphering Index funds and ETFs that will give you confidence on your investing journey. In this episode we walk through: What are Indexes? What are ETFs?How to invest in index funds with ETFs3 simple steps to identifying what a product is investing in and howLinks Referenced: ETFs mentioned: VAS, A200 & IVVListen to our episodes on two ‘all in one' ETFs- VDHG and DHHF.The Morningstar Australian ETF listHave a question? Leave us a voicemail and we'll answer it on the podcast!Sign up to our daily news email.—------Want more Equity Mates?Listen to our original podcast: Equity Mates Investing (Apple | Spotify)Watch Equity Mates on YouTubePick up our books: Get Started Investing and Don't Stress, Just InvestFollow us on social media: Instagram, TikTok, & LinkedIn—------In the spirit of reconciliation, Equity Mates Media and the hosts of Get Started Investing acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people today. —------Get Started Investing is a product of Equity Mates Media. This podcast is intended for education and entertainment purposes. Any advice is general advice only, and has not taken into account your personal financial circumstances, needs or objectives. Before acting on general advice, you should consider if it is relevant to your needs and read the relevant Product Disclosure Statement. And if you are unsure, please speak to a financial professional. Equity Mates Media operates under Australian Financial Services Licence 540697. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is a 100% index fund portfolio no longer the FIRE formula? The market has changed, and maybe your portfolio allocation needs to change with it. With index funds at all-time-high prices and price-to-earnings ratios at an eye-watering 29, you might be feeling a bit worried about whether your FIRE will last or you'll even make it to FIRE in the first place. You're not crazy; Scott is feeling the same way, too. Recently, Scott decided to make a move much of the FIRE community would protest—he sold 40% of his index fund portfolio to reallocate to real estate. Why did he do it now, even as a strong index fund believer? On the other hand, why is Mindy sticking with her stock and index fund portfolio, ready to ride out whatever potential market downturn could be coming our way? Scott explains, in detail, why real estate is a better choice for him at the moment, the reason prudent FIRE chasers should question the conventional wisdom of a 100% index fund portfolio, and why his new rental property could act as a hedge against a significant market downturn. If Scott is selling his index funds, should you?  In This Episode We Cover The historical price-to-earnings ratios making index funds a riskier bet  How holding 100% index funds could throw your FIRE off by a decade The optimal portfolio for retiring early on the four percent rule  Is real estate a safer bet than stocks in 2025? Real estate cash flow vs. selling stocks for income and why one is much easier to actualize  And So Much More! Links from the Show Mindy on BiggerPockets Scott on BiggerPockets Listen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One Place Join BiggerPockets for FREE Email Mindy: Mindy@biggerpockets.com Email Scott: Scott@biggerpockets.com BiggerPockets Money Facebook Group Follow BiggerPockets Money on Instagram “Like” BiggerPockets Money on Facebook BiggerPockets Money YouTube Channel Personal Finance Club Get Early Access to Real Estate's Biggest Event of the Year, BPCON2025 Get to FIRE Faster with “Set for Life” Find an Investor-Friendly Agent in Your Area BiggerPockets Money 599 - The Macro Analysis is Clear: Why We Are Reallocating (Away From Stocks) to Real Estate in 2025   Check out more resources from this show on BiggerPockets.com and https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/money-607 Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Email advertise@biggerpockets.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are you taking on too much risk by investing in individual stocks, or could a broader sector-based index ETF help protect your portfolio from major swings in the market?In today's episode, we tackle a common dilemma for investors—should you bet on single stocks or spread your risk across a sector index ETF by digging into a case study. With the markets constantly fluctuating, it's easy to get drawn into individual stocks that seem to have huge upside potential, but this comes with the risk of major losses when those stocks take a dive. We break down how the recent market turmoil, including a significant drop in Nvidia (NVDA), highlights the risks of going all-in on a single stock, especially when the stock is highly speculative or overvalued. Meanwhile, index ETFs like the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) offer diversification that helps shield investors from these large, company-specific downturns.For anyone looking to grow their wealth without risking it all on one company, this episode will help you understand the balance between higher returns and risk exposure. We dive into actual market data, using Nvidia's recent struggles and the relative stability of the QQQs, to demonstrate how a diversified index ETF strategy can help protect your investments while still providing strong growth potential. If you're questioning whether to double down on your single stock picks or diversify, this episode is the perfect resource to help you decide.Discover what happens when a high-growth tech stock like Nvidia faces major challenges and how that impacts your portfolio depending on your position sizing; Learn how investing in a sector index ETF can reduce risk, even if individual stocks within the index ETF experience volatility; and,Understand how choosing the right mix of investments can help you manage potential losses while still positioning yourself for long-term growth.Hit play now to find out how to protect your portfolio from the risks of single-stock investing and discover the power of diversification.Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass hereBook a Discovery Call with Kyle to review your corporate (or personal) wealth strategy to help you overcome your current struggle and take the next step in your Canadian Wealth Building Journey! https://canadianwealthsecrets.com/discovery Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Interested in opening an Interactive Brokers Trading Account and getting a welcome bonus? Use our referral link here so you get a welcome bonus. Consider reaching out to Kyle if you've been……taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;…letReady to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response! Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world.Today's Stocks & Topics: Trend Following, Return of Equity and Ret. Of Assets, Quant Investing, Treasuries, Index Funds, Money Market Funds, 401k Withdrawal, Dividend Reinvestment, Short Selling vs. Put Options, Covered Calls, International and Emerging Market, DRIP Stocks, ETFs Analysis, Investment Loss, Roth I-R-A Contributions, Small Caps, Transfer Positions.Our Sponsors:* Check out Fabric: https://fabric.com/INVESTTALK* Check out Indochino: https://indochino.com/INVEST* Check out Kinsta: https://kinsta.com* Check out ShipStation: https://shipstation.com/INVEST* Check out Trust & Will: https://trustandwill.com/INVESTAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

In this episode Scott Becker discusses the volatility of individual stocks like Astera Labs, Palantir, and Microsoft, highlighting recent market fluctuations and reinforcing the case for index funds as a core investment strategy.

Are you tired of stressing over which individual stocks you should be adding to your Canadian investment portfolio? Wondering if there's a smarter, simpler way to invest without losing sleep over market swings?In this episode, we explore why Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have quickly revolutionized how Canadian investors—from beginners to seasoned pros—build wealth. Whether you're looking for a hands-off Canadian investment strategy or want to actively trade like a pro, ETFs offer unparalleled flexibility, diversification, and cost-effectiveness. You'll discover how these powerful investment tools can protect you from the pitfalls of single-stock investing and why they're a key component of a Canadian millionaire's long-term success.What you'll learn:Learn why ETFs are often a smarter, safer alternative to individual stocks.Discover how ETFs cater to both passive "set it and forget it" investors and those who love hands-on strategies.Get a clear, actionable roadmap for starting your self-directed, ETF investment journey today.Press play now and learn how to make ETFs a cornerstone of your wealth-building strategy—because smarter investing starts with informed decisions.Ready to take a deep dive and learn how to generate personal tax free cash flow from your corporation? Enroll in our FREE masterclass hereBook a Discovery Call with Kyle to review your corporate (or personal) wealth strategy to help you overcome your current struggle and take the next step in your Canadian Wealth Building Journey! https://canadianwealthsecrets.com/discovery Canadian Wealth Secrets Show Notes Page:Interested in opening an Interactive Brokers Trading Account and getting a welcome bonus? Use our referral link here so you get a welcome bonus. Consider reaching out to Kyle if you've been……taking a salary with a goal of stuffing RRSPs;…investing inside your corporation without a passive income tax minimization strategy;…letting a large sum of liquid assets sit in low interest earning savings accounts;…investing corporate dollars into GICs, dividend stocks/funds, or other investments attracting corporate passive income taxes at greater than 50%; or,…wondering whether your current corporate wealth management strategy is optimal for your specific situation.Achieving financial independence retire early (FIRE) requires smart planning, especially when it comes to growing your net worth and generating passive income with a focus on the sequence of returns of your Canadian investment portfolio. In this episode, we focus on why Canadian investors are better diversified and protected using index Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) instead of trying to pick the next best stock on the TSX, S&P500 or NASDAQ. For Ready to connect? Text us your comment including your phone number for a response! Canadian Wealth Secrets is an informative podcast that digs into the intricacies of building a robust portfolio, maximizing dividend returns, the nuances of real estate investment, and the complexities of business finance, while offering expert advice on wealth management, navigating capital gains tax, and understanding the role of financial institutions in personal finance.

In this episode Scott Becker discusses the volatility of individual stocks like Astera Labs, Palantir, and Microsoft, highlighting recent market fluctuations and reinforcing the case for index funds as a core investment strategy.

Think your S&P 500 index fund holds 500 diverse companies? Think again! Brian Davis and Deni Supplee expose the shocking truth about index fund diversification and why your portfolio might not be as diverse as you believe. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction 0:42 - The S&P 500 Diversification Myth 1:15 - Top-Heavy Index Funds Explained 2:30 - Solutions for True Diversification 3:45 - Real Estate Investment Options 4:30 - Co-Investing Opportunities KEY FACTS: • S&P 500 has diversification equivalent of just 59 companies • Top 10 companies = 37.6% of index weight • Bottom 450 companies = 38.3% of index weight • Apple alone = 7.5% of index weight DIVERSIFICATION SOLUTIONS: • Equal-weighted index funds • Small-cap and mid-cap funds • Geographic diversification • Private equity real estate investments SPECIAL OFFER: Join our Co-Investing Club - Invest in private equity real estate with just $5,000 minimum! Email: support@sparkrenal.com ABOUT THE HOSTS: Brian Davis and Deni Supplee, founders of Spark Rental and the Co-Investing Club, are challenging conventional investment wisdom to help you build true portfolio diversity. SUBSCRIBE for more myth-busting financial insights twice weekly! #InvestingMyths #IndexFunds #PortfolioDiversification #WealthBuilding #RealEstateInvesting

Mark T. Hebner is the founder and CEO of Index Fund Advisors, Inc., (IFA), author of the highly regarded book Index Funds: The 12-Step Recovery Program for Active Investors, focused on investor education. Mark's current book and previous editions received praise from financial industry experts and academic luminaries, including John Bogle, David Booth, Burton Malkiel, and Nobel Laureates Harry Markowitz and Paul Samuelson. The book has been nominated as one of the three all-time greatest investment books, along with the writings of John Bogle and Warren Buffett. This book details the possible perils associated with stock picking, mutual fund manager picking, market timing, and other wealth-depleting behaviors. Hebner's 12-Step Program teaches the differences between active and passive investing, explains the emotional triggers that impact investment decisions, and offers an enlightening education on evidence-based investing that may forever change the way an investor perceives the stock market. Hebner is a respected speaker, frequent news contributor and authority on investing. His life's mission is to “change the way the world invests by replacing speculation with education.” Hebner is especially knowledgeable about index funds, portfolio construction and the research indexes designed by Nobel Laureate Eugene Fama and Kenneth French. These indexes provide the building blocks for the prudent evidence-based investment strategies that Hebner implements for his IFA clients. Mark is a Wealth Advisor (Series 65) and has an MBA from the University of California, Irvine and a Bachelor's in Nuclear Pharmacy from the University of New Mexico. He was a member of the Young Presidents' Organization for over 20 years and is currently a member of the World Presidents' Organization and the Chief Executives Organization. Prior to founding Index Fund Advisors in 1999, Mark was President, CEO and co-Founder of Syncor International (previously a public company - SCOR) from 1975 to 1985. In Jan. 2003, Cardinal Health acquired Syncor for approximately $850 million. As a division of Cardinal Health, it is the world's leading provider of nuclear pharmacy services. -- Critical Mass Business Talk Show is Orange County, CA's longest-running business talk show, focused on offering value and insight to middle-market business leaders in the OC and beyond. Hosted by Ric Franzi, business partner at REF Orange County.

Lindsay Stamp didn't just build a career—she built a roadmap to financial independence. In our conversation, Lindsay shares her journey from nine-to-five insurance claims to becoming a savvy investor, leveraging real estate, index funds, and Bitcoin to secure her future. She breaks down how anyone can calculate their financial freedom number, find hidden money in their budget, and start investing—even with just $5 a week. Lindsay also talks about how she used a “5-to-9” side hustle to fast-track her Bitcoin investments and how her mindset shift changed the trajectory of her life. If you're ready to take control of your financial future and explore new opportunities, this episode is packed with actionable advice and inspiration.Learn more about our guest at:https://x.com/lindsaystamp3Check out the new course on Self Funding Your Own Conference Attendance:https://healthcareeducationtransformationpodcast.com/conferenceIf you are taking the NPTE or are teaching those about to take the NPTE, visit the NPTE Final Frontier at www.NPTEFF.com and use code "HET" for 10% off all purchases at the website...and BREAKING NEWS!!!! They now have an OCS (and soon to be GCS) review option as well... You're welcome! You can also reach out to them on Instagram @npteff If you're a PT and you have student loan debt, you gotta talk to these guys. What makes them unique is that they view financial planning as like running hurdles on a track. And for PTs, the first hurdle many of us run into is student loan debt. Varela Financial will help you get over that hurdle. They not only take the time to explain to you which plans you individually qualify for and how those plans work, but they ALSO take the time to show you what YOUR individual case looks like mapped out within each option. So if you're looking for help on your student loan debt, or any area of your personal finances, we highly recommend working with them. You can check out Varela Financial out at varelafinancial.com. Feel free to reach out to us at:  http://healthcareeducationtransformationpodcast.com/ https://www.facebook.com/HETPodcast https://twitter.com/HETpodcast Instagram: @hetpodcast @pteducator For more information on how we can optimize and standardize healthcare education and delivery, subscribe to the Healthcare Education Transformation Podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen to podcasts.

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In this episode, Scott Becker breaks down his portfolio’s performance, comparing individual stock picks to the S&P 500 index.

In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world.Today's Stocks & Topics: Trend Following, Return of Equity and Ret. Of Assets, Quant Investing, Treasuries, Index Funds, Money Market Funds, 401k Withdrawal, Dividend Reinvestment, Short Selling vs. Put Options, Covered Calls, International and Emerging Market, DRIP Stocks, ETFs Analysis, Investment Loss, Roth I-R-A Contributions, Small Caps, Transfer Positions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

With nearly half of Americans carrying credit card balances month-to-month, here's some tips on how to pay down debt.Have a money question? Email us hereSubscribe to Jill on Money LIVEYouTube: @jillonmoneyInstagram: @jillonmoneyTwitter: @jillonmoneySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sign-Up for the FREE Investing for Beginners Workshop Here: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/10/7pn7war In this episode of the Personal Finance Podcast, we're going to talk about reasons why index funds, and ETF investing could 10X millionaires in the coming decades.  How Andrew Can Help You:  Don't let another year pass by without making significant strides toward your dreams. "Master Your Money Goals" is your pathway to a future where your aspirations are not just wishes but realities. Enroll now and make this year count! Join The Master Money Newsletter where you will become smarter with your money in 5 minutes or less per week Here! Learn to invest by joining  Index Fund Pro! This is Andrew's course teaching you how to invest!  Watch The Master Money Youtube Channel! , Ask Andrew a question on Instagram or TikTok.  Learn how to get out of Debt by joining our Free Course  Leave Feedback or Episode Requests here.  Thanks to Our Amazing Sponsors for supporting The Personal Finance Podcast. Shopify: Shopify makes it so easy to sell. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at  shopify.com/pfp Chime: Start your credit journey with Chime. Sign-up takes only two minutes and doesn't affect your credit score. Get started at chime.com/ Thanks to Fundrise for Sponsoring the show! Invest in real estate going to fundrise.com/pfp Thanks to Policy Genius for Sponsoring the show! Go to policygenius.com to get your free life insurance quote. Go to joindeleteme.com/pfp20 for 20% off! Go to Acorns.com/pfp and start automating your investments and get a $5 bonus today!  Links Mentioned in This Episode:  Recent Podcast Episodes: 25 Things to Do With Your Money In 2025 Part 1 25 Things to Do With Your Money In 2025 Part 2 How to Find Your Purpose And Build A Life You Love With Jordan Grumet Connect With Andrew on Social Media:  Instagram  TikTok Twitter  Master Money Website  Master Money Youtube Channel   Free Guides:   The Stairway to Wealth: The Order of Operations for your Money  How to Negotiate Your Salary  The 75 Day Money Challenge  Get out Of Debt Fast  Take the Money Personality Quiz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to NerdWallet's Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. In this episode: Learn how to balance risk and reward in your investments, rebalance your portfolio, and avoid common investing pitfalls. How can you manage risk and reward when investing? What are the best strategies for rebalancing your portfolio for 2025? Host Sean Pyles and Investing Nerd Sam Taube discuss how to set yourself up for long-term financial success by evaluating your investment strategy and taking actionable steps to achieve your goals. They begin with a discussion of investment basics, including tips and tricks on building a balanced portfolio, understanding stock market trends, and preparing for potential risks and rewards. Then, Sean and Sam discuss strategies for rebalancing your portfolio to align with your financial goals and risk tolerance. They cover how to identify when it's time to rebalance, the benefits of diversifying investments, and common investment pitfalls to avoid. The episode also dives into avoiding scams and red flags in the investing world, so you can make the smartest decisions to set yourself up for long-term growth. NerdWallet's roundup of the best IRA accounts: https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/investing/ira-accounts Best brokers for beginner investors: https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/investing/online-brokers-for-beginners  Best brokers for options trading: https://www.nerdwallet.com/best/investing/options-trading-brokers  In their conversation, the Nerds discuss: how to invest, risk and reward in investing, rebalancing portfolio strategies, building a balanced portfolio, stock market trends, long-term financial success, avoiding investment scams, index fund investing, S&P 500 index fund, how to diversify investments, financial goals for investing, portfolio risk tolerance, investment basics, retirement account strategies, financial planning for 2025, clean energy stocks, tech stocks, financial services sector, meme stock trends, solar energy investments, tech regulation, banking regulations, index fund advantages, tax credit changes, and smart investing strategies. To send the Nerds your money questions, call or text the Nerd hotline at 901-730-6373 or email podcast@nerdwallet.com. Like what you hear? Please leave us a review and tell a friend.

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2024 has been a year of shocks and surprises, before starting the new year, here is the expert knowledge you need to not just survive but financially thrive in 2025 Here are some of the essential pieces of financial knowledge for 2025:  The power of compound interest  How to break the cycle of living paycheck to paycheck Whether you should invest in cryptocurrency  How to perfect your investment strategy  The top 10 money rules  Why most people don't reach financial freedom The confidence rule for finance  00:00 Intro 01:34 Investing 101 04:52 Should I Use Investing Apps? 06:33 How to Invest With $100 09:20 Common Mistakes With Investment Accounts 11:07 What's the Proof This Is Actually a Good Way to Build Wealth? 12:27 Compound Interest: Watch Your Money Grow 18:17 The Biggest Debt We Pay 20:25 Find Where Your Skills Are Most Valued 22:43 The Most Valuable Bit of Information You Wish You'd Known Sooner 25:53 Finding Your Unfair Bet That Will Make You Lots of Money 27:57 Applying Your Skills to Get the Most Money 30:27 Example of Ways to Apply Your Skills 34:03 The Importance of Doing Deals 35:21 Where Do We Go to Learn How to Make Deals? 36:10 Playing the Tax Game 37:28 What Are the Tax Games the Rich Are Playing? 40:00 How to Bring Your Tax Down From 40% to 8% 41:20 Leveraging Investments and Tax 42:48 The Importance of Understanding Tax 45:03 Morgan Housel's Capital Allocation Strategy 46:32 How to Get Into the Top 5% of Investors Easily 47:51 Dollar Cost Averaging 48:29 What's an Index Fund? 49:40 How to Build Wealth Like Warren Buffett 50:59 The Importance of Patience 52:55 Play Games Not Many People Can Play 54:32 Don't Do This to Make Money 56:02 The Blockchain 57:37 Investing in the Blockchain 01:00:06 Everyone Is Equal When It Comes to the Blockchain 01:01:46 Crypto Use Cases 01:03:05 If I Own Crypto, How Do the Other Use Cases Benefit Me? 01:04:18 How Do I Invest in Crypto? 01:07:10 The Bank or Government Doesn't Control Any of Your Crypto 01:07:59 How to Get Out of the Living Paycheck-to-Paycheck Cycle 01:09:38 If You See This, You're in the Financial Danger Zone 01:10:53 Pick Your Hard 01:13:41 Seasons of Life 01:16:19 Wanting to Look Rich Will Make You Go Broke 01:17:53 Stop Making Emotional Decisions and Start Making Logical Ones Ramit Sethi: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/aSZvN6VtsPb  Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/EedVkJXtsPb  Alex Hormozi: Instagram: http://bit.ly/40WnLMu Website: http://bit.ly/3UasFTS Codie Sanchez: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/u3G7Nk0tsPb  Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/VsOtmy2tsPb  Morgan Housel: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/Xapn1IStsPb  Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/e0uZ1qUtsPb  Scott Galloway: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/1ezLPGEtsPb  Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/lRQaCHGtsPb Raoul Pal: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/rwzfyoOtsPb  Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/gqdDHBQtsPb  Jaspreet Singh: Instagram - https://g2ul0.app.link/oGfm8vJtsPb  Twitter - https://g2ul0.app.link/FUu6rdLtsPb  Watch the episodes on Youtube - https://g2ul0.app.link/DOACEpisodes  You can purchase the The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards: Second Edition, here: https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb  Follow me: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices