Podcasts about investment research

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Join the Investment Research team in celebrating March's NCAA Basketball Tournament with our annual Market Madness show. Our experts put their Sweet 16 of public and private investment strategies to the test and crown a champion in this bracket-style debate.Senior Vice President of Investment Research Andrew Korz and Research Associate Alan Flannigan provide expert analysis of their sixteen-team field of strategies across public and private equity, real estate and credit. U.S. exceptionalism: At a crossroads Anatomy of a CRE correction: The road to revival in 2025 Private markets outlook: Refilling the glassHave a question for our experts? Text us for a chance to have your questions answered on the next episode.To watch the video version, go to https://www.youtube.com/@FSInvestments For more research insights go to FSInvestments.com https://bit.ly/m/fsinvestments

In this episode of Prodity: Product by Design, Kyle interviews Andrew Einhorn, CEO and co-founder of LevelFields, an AI-driven fintech application that automates investment research. Andrew shares his unique background in epidemiology and data science, detailing how it led him to create LevelFields, which focuses on event-driven trading strategies. The conversation explores the importance of user feedback, the role of AI in investment analysis, and how LevelFields differentiates itself from traditional investment platforms. Andrew emphasizes the need for continuous innovation and the lessons learned from his previous ventures.TakeawaysUser feedback is crucial for product development and improvement.AI helps in analyzing vast amounts of data quickly and efficiently.Understanding user behavior is key to designing effective software.Continuous innovation is essential for staying relevant in the fintech space.Andrew EinhornAndrew Einhorn is the Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of LevelFields, an AI-driven fintech application that automates arduous investment research so investors can find opportunities faster and easier. His mission is to create AI tools that make advanced financial strategies effortless and accessible for all. With over 10 years of experience in building and leading technology and tech-enabled service firms, Andrew has a proven track record of delivering innovative solutions that solve real-world problems and generate value for customers and stakeholders.Links from the Show:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/einhorn/Website: https://www.levelfields.ai/More by Kyle:Follow Prodity on Twitter and TikTokFollow Kyle on Twitter and TikTokSign up for the Prodity Newsletter for more updates.Kyle's writing on MediumProdity on MediumLike our podcast, consider Buying Us a Coffee or supporting us on Patreon

Can U.S. economic exceptionalism survive the transformations of our time? We analyze the underpinnings of American economic exceptionalism, weigh its resilience and provide a playbook for investing in a new era Join Executive Director of Investment Research Andrew Korz and Research Associate Alan Flannigan as they delve into their new report, U.S. exceptionalism: At a crossroads.Have a question for our experts? Text us for a chance to have your questions answered on the next episode.To watch the video version, go to https://www.youtube.com/@FSInvestments For more research insights go to FSInvestments.com https://bit.ly/m/fsinvestments

In this episode of Critical Thinking, Jo Holden, Global Head of Investment Research and Advisory at Mercer, is joined by Leslie Maasdorp, CEO at British International Investment (BII) and Matt Robinson, Head of Private Capital Mobilisation at BII, to explore the world of development finance institutions (DFIs), capital mobilisation, and how DFIs can open up new investment opportunities for institutional investors in emerging markets and developing markets (EMDEs).Investment flows into EMDEs remain far below the levels needed to support development and combat climate change. The Independent High-Level Expert Group (IHLEG) on Climate Finance estimates that these countries, excluding China, will require $1 trillion annually by 2030, rising to $1.3 trillion by 2035. While these regions offer diversification benefits and strong impact potential, global investors often perceive them as too high risk, with current flows only just surpassing $100 billion annually. Bridging this gap will require a strategic blend of public and private investment.Key takeaways include:What is meant by mobilisation and why it matters: Mobilisation refers to attracting and effectively deploying private capital alongside DFIs to increase investment in markets that typically do not meet institutional investors' risk/return profiles. Mobilisation is essential in scaling climate action within EMDEs, where climate change effects are most severe. This need for partnership was underscored by the UK Prime Minister's announcement of a £100 million Mobilisation Facility, managed by BII, to facilitate private investment in EMDEs. With EDME's expected to play a crucial role in global economic growth, investing in these markets creates investment opportunities for growth, diversification and impact.How this facility addresses some of the challenges investors face when considering investment in these markets: As BII's first concessional mandate that offers derisking opportunity for third-party investors, the facility plays a critical role in bridging the 'relative value gap' between institutional investors' risk appetite and the risk profile of BII's portfolio. By offering significant risk mitigation, it encourages greater investor participation-essential for achieving climate impact at scale. A key feature of the facility is its high-risk tolerance- with BII's capital able to absorb potential capital erosion, reducing downside risks for institutional investors.The type of risks that this facility will help mitigate and the investments this will open up to institutional investors: BII will accept below-market returns to boost private investor returns or provide credit enhancements through guarantees or insurance, helping to de-risk investments without distorting the underlying market. This will enable institutional investors to test, seed, and scale climate-focused technologies, businesses, and investment strategies with transformational impact across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean.This content is for institutional investors and for information purposes only. It does not contain investment, financial, legal, tax or any other advice and should not be relied upon for this purpose. The materials are not tailored to your particular personal and/or financial situation. If you require advice based on your specific circumstances, you should contact a professional adviser. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers as of the date of the recording, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer's opinions. Read our full important notices - click here

In this episode of About That Wallet, host Anthony Weaver chats with Andrew Einhorn, the brain behind Level Fields AI. They dive into how AI is shaking up personal finance and giving everyday investors a fighting chance against the big dogs. Andrew spills the beans on event-driven investing and how being in the know can lead to some sweet gains, even if you're not a market whiz.Get ready to hear about Big Bear AI, a company riding the wave of a short squeeze thanks to some juicy government contracts. Andrew's platform helps you keep tabs on the news that moves stock prices, so you can make smarter investment choices. He also tackles the info overload independent investors face and how Level Fields AI's cool features can help spot short-term gains while keeping risks in check.As they wrap things up, Andrew shares his mission to democratize investment strategies that were once just for hedge funds. This episode is a treasure trove for anyone wanting to boost their financial know-how and tackle the wild world of investing!

Jason Kuan, CFA, Director, Investment Research and Advisory, Chief Investment Office, CIMB Singapore discusses how different Trump 2.0 will impact Asean's economic growth compared to his first term. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest today is Jack Kokko. Jack is the CEO and Founder of AlphaSense, an AI-powered search engine for market intelligence. He shares how AlphaSense began by aggregating fragmented financial data sources and evolved with the advent of large language models to change the research experience completely. He speaks to their recent acquisition of Tegus earlier this year, reshaping the business and further supporting their expansion to serve all types of companies instead of exclusively investment firms. Jack has been navigating the AI revolution from its earliest days and you can feel his excitement when he talks about the future. We discuss building an agile platform, the importance of managing cultural integration, balancing AI capabilities with user trust, and the frontier for this technology. Please enjoy my conversation with Jack Kokko. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here. ----- This episode is brought to you by AlphaSense. AlphaSense has completely transformed the research process with cutting-edge AI technology and a vast collection of top-tier, reliable business content. Imagine completing your research five to ten times faster with search that delivers the most relevant results, helping you make high-conviction decisions with confidence. AlphaSense provides access to over 300 million premium documents, including company filings, earnings reports, press releases, and more from public and private companies. Invest Like the Best listeners can get a free trial now at Alpha-Sense.com/Invest and experience firsthand how AlphaSense and Tegus help you make smarter decisions faster. –  This episode is brought to you by Ridgeline. Ridgeline has built a complete, real-time, modern operating system for investment managers. It handles trading, portfolio management, compliance, customer reporting, and much more through an all-in-one real-time cloud platform. I think this platform will become the standard for investment managers, and if you run an investing firm, I highly recommend you find time to speak with them. Head to ridgelineapps.com to learn more about the platform. ----- Invest Like the Best is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Invest Like the Best, visit joincolossus.com/episodes.  Follow us on Twitter: @patrick_oshag | @JoinColossus Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes: (00:00:00) Welcome to Invest Like the Best (00:08:32) The Evolution of AlphaSense and AI Integration (00:10:24) Impact of Large Language Models (00:19:24) User Behavior and Trust in AI (00:26:24) Future of AI in Investment Research (00:28:41) The Value of Proprietary Data (00:31:24) M&A Insights and Lessons Learned (00:32:59) The Tegus Opportunity and Investor Insights (00:34:41) Building Trust and Cultural Compatibility in M&A (00:37:33) Selling to Investors vs. Corporations (00:40:46) Personal Motivation and Entrepreneurial Journey (00:47:24) Breaking into the Corporate Market (00:49:28) Future of AI and Foundational Models (00:52:04) The Kindest Thing Anyone Has Ever Done For Jack

In this episode of Critical Thinking, Jo Holden, Global Head of Investment Research at Mercer, is joined by Nick White, Global Strategic Research Director, and Matthew Scott, Strategic Research Principal, to explore Mercer's "Themes and Opportunities 2025" paper, specifically focusing on this year's theme, "Swing State." This concept reflects an economy in transition, driven by shifts in monetary policy, supply chain dynamics, and technological innovation. These forces require investors to adjust their strategies, embracing diversification and preparing for a broader range of scenarios. Key takeaways include: Private Markets De-Siloing: The report highlights changes in private market dynamics, with slower distributions and longer holding periods. There is a growing case for emerging markets (EM) over US investments, signaling the need for broader diversification.The security of everything: The interconnection between security and sustainability, rising dissatisfaction in institutions, with increasing political instability requiring careful risk management.Circular Economy: The importance of the circular economy, noting its potential to create new investment opportunities as businesses increasingly adopt sustainable practices to minimize waste and maximize resource efficiency.Citations: Investment consultant of the year & Thought leadership paper on sustainable investing, Global: Mercer :: Environmental Finance Completing the Picture - How the circular economy tackles climate change.pdf Opinions expressed are those of the speakers based on market conditions as of the date of recording, are subject to change without notice and do not necessarily reflect Mercer's opinions. This does not constitute an offer or a solicitation of an offer to buy or sell securities, commodities and/or any other financial instruments or products or constitute a solicitation on behalf of any of the investment managers, their affiliates. For the avoidance of doubt, this is not formal investment advice to allow any party to transact. Additional advice will be required in advance of entering into any contract. Read our full important notices - click here

Show Notes:Tweet from Jason Goepfert on 12.18.24 - https://x.com/jasongoepfert/status/1869490448374649331?Article written on Schaeffer's Investment Research titled “What the Latest Dow Shakeup Could Mean” by Rocky White back on 11/5 - https://www.schaeffersresearch.com/content/analysis/2024/11/05/what-the-latest-dow-shakeup-could-mean?Article written by Jason Zweig in the WSJ on 9/20/24 titled “Solving the Mystery of an Investment That's Too Good to Be True” - https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/yield-term-deposits-paul-regan-8042122d Blog post from Ben Carlson titled “The 4 Types of Investment Mistakes“ - https://awealthofcommonsense.com/2024/12/the-4-types-of-investment-mistakes/ Review of S&P Earnings Growth over 10 YearsSource: FactSet Research from 12/13/24, https://x.com/FactSet/status/1867645942377120055Research from Mohamed A. El-Erian on 12/18/24, • https://x.com/elerianm/status/1869504011931472152• https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-12-16/the-fed-faces-an-important-choice-after-this-rate-cut?

Judd Arnold is back for another great episode. We cover so many topics in almost two hours. Stock pickers will love this episode. We discuss: Data Centers (IREN) AI (NBIS) Offshore Energy (VAL/TDW) Bitcoin (CORZ) Special Situations (BNED) I love talking stocks and there are few people I'd rather talk to than Judd. NOTHING YOU HEAR IS INVESTMENT ADVICE. DO YOUR OWN RESEARCH. THIS IS EDUCATION. Finally, a big thanks to our sponsors for making this episode happen. Mitimco This episode is brought to you by MIT Investment Management Company, also known as MITIMCo, the investment office of MIT. Each year, MITIMCo invests in a handful of new emerging managers who it believes can earn exceptional long-term returns in support of MIT's mission. To help the emerging manager community more broadly, they created ⁠⁠⁠⁠emergingmanagers.org⁠⁠⁠⁠, a website for emerging manager stockpickers. I highly recommend the site for those looking to start a stock-picking fund or just learning about how others have done it. You'll find essays and interviews by successful emerging managers, service providers used by MIT's own managers, essays MITIMCo has written for emerging managers, and more! TIKR TIKR is THE BEST resource for all stock market data, I use TIKR every day in my process, and I know you will too. Make sure to check them out at ⁠⁠⁠⁠TIKR.com/hive⁠⁠⁠⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/valuehive/support

In this episode of the Know Your Why Podcast, Dr. Jason Balara sits down with Andrew Einhorn, CEO and co-founder of LevelFields, an AI-driven fintech platform revolutionizing investment research for self-directed investors. Drawing from his background in epidemiology and data analysis, Andrew shares how LevelFields processes vast amounts of data to provide actionable insights, alerts on market events, and diverse trading strategies, helping investors navigate today's volatile markets. He discusses the role of AI in streamlining investment decisions, the importance of understanding market dynamics, and LevelFields' mission to empower individual investors through accessible tools, financial education, and resources designed to level the playing field against institutional players. Key Highlights - Andrew Einhorn applies his expertise in epidemiology and data analysis to revolutionize investment research with LevelFields. - LevelFields automates data processing to deliver real-time, actionable insights for self-directed investors. - The platform is designed to improve financial literacy and equip users with diverse strategies to navigate market volatility. - AI significantly accelerates the investment research process, enabling users to identify opportunities and react to market events effectively. - LevelFields offers tools, a free newsletter, and subscription options to provide investors with customized resources. - Andrew's vision for LevelFields centers on empowering individuals to succeed in the stock market by bridging the gap between institutional and retail investors. Andrew Einhorn's insights into the intersection of AI and fintech underscore the transformative potential of technology in democratizing investment research. This episode of the Know Your Why Podcast offers valuable lessons for anyone looking to improve their financial literacy and take control of their investment journey. LevelFields exemplifies how innovative platforms can empower investors, making the tools and strategies once reserved for institutions accessible to all. Get in touch with Andrew: Platform Discount: Use discount code PODCAST23  Email: support@levelfields.ai Website: https://www.levelfields.ai/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/einhorn/ If you want to know more about Dr. Jason Balara and the Know your Why Podcast: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/jasonbalara⁠⁠   Audio Track: Back To The Wood by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license.⁠⁠ https://creativecommons.org/licenses/⁠⁠ Artist:⁠⁠ http://audionautix.com/

Welcome to another episode of Category Visionaries — the show that explores GTM stories from tech's most innovative B2B founders. In today's episode, we're speaking with Mike Conover, CEO and Co-Founder of Brightwave, an AI-powered investment research platform that has raised $6 Million in funding. Here are the most interesting points from our conversation: Brightwave's Core Mission: Mike explained how Brightwave leverages AI to expand human cognitive potential. The platform enhances investment research by helping asset managers identify mispriced assets through AI that can analyze far more data than a human can. AI's Role in Investment Research: Brightwave's AI focuses on organizing relevant content like SEC filings, news, and transcripts, helping analysts to synthesize large volumes of information and make informed decisions faster. The Evolution of AI: Mike's journey, from building Databricks' first language model, to co-founding Brightwave, highlights how AI's rapid progress has revolutionized industries, especially with large language models unlocking new capabilities in research and reasoning. AI in Financial Services: Mike noted that financial firms are rapidly adopting AI, with active asset managers embracing its potential despite limitations. The urgency of staying competitive is pushing firms to adopt AI early, despite its imperfections. Standing Out in a Crowded AI Market: To differentiate Brightwave, Mike emphasized the importance of product quality over AI hype. By building a tool that works and focusing on high-value synthesis and reasoning, Brightwave sets itself apart from competitors. The Future of AI Research Assistants: Brightwave's long-term vision is to build a system that understands and reasons about the structure of the global economy, transforming the speed and accuracy of financial analysis for asset managers.   //   Sponsors: Front Lines — We help B2B tech companies launch, manage, and grow podcasts that drive demand, awareness, and thought leadership. www.FrontLines.io The Global Talent Co. — We help tech startups find, vet, hire, pay, and retain amazing marketing talent that costs 50-70% less than the US & Europe.  www.GlobalTalent.co  

Introducing Climate Now:  Today, we are excited to bring you an episode from the Climate Now podcast. Climate Now, hosted by James Lawler, and accessible wherever you listen to podcasts as well as on their website - climatenow.com - is a podcast and newsletter that explores and explains the ideas, technologies, and policies we need to address the global climate crisis. The episode we're sharing, "When insurers can no longer afford the risk," features former Director of Investment Research at Wellington Management, and current Founder of Probable Futures, Spencer Glendon. In this episode, you'll learn how home insurance policies are priced today, why that method is proving insufficient in a rapidly changing climate, and what this means for the future of the home insurance industry and homeowners. More available at climatenow.com___Energy vs Climate: How climate is changing our energy systemswww.energyvsclimate.com Twitter/X | Bluesky | YouTube | LinkedIn | Facebook | Instagram

The Investing Power Hour is live-streamed every Wednesday on the Chit Chat Stocks YouTube channel at 1:30 PM EST. This week we discussed: (03:25) Earnings Reports and IT Outage (11:01) The Balanced Housing Market and the Appeal of Homebuilders (25:51) Small Cap Stock Pick: Haypp Group (31:47) Utilizing Yellow Brick for Investment Research (33:23) Haypp Group's Success and SEO Landscape (35:35) Analyzing Haypp Group and Philip Morris Financials (36:06) Identifying 'Fat Pitches' in Investing (52:06) Evaluating Amazon's Devices Business (59:26) Assessing Visa's Earnings and Growth Potential ***************************************************** Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ChitChatStocks Follow us on Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/chitchatstocks Follow us on Substack: ⁠https://chitchatstocks.substack.com/ ********************************************************************* Options are not suitable for all investors and carry significant risk. Option investors can rapidly lose the value of their investment in a short period of time and incur permanent loss by expiration date. Certain complex options strategies carry additional risk. There are additional costs associated with option strategies that call for multiple purchases and sales of options, such as spreads, straddles, among others, as compared with a single option trade. Prior to buying or selling an option, investors must read and understand the “Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options”, also known as the options disclosure document (ODD) which can be found at: www.theocc.com/company-information/documents-and-archives/options-disclosure-document Supporting documentation for any claims will be furnished upon request. If you are enrolled in our Options Order Flow Rebate Program, The exact rebate will depend on the specifics of each transaction and will be previewed for you prior to submitting each trade. This rebate will be deducted from your cost to place the trade and will be reflected on your trade confirmation. Order flow rebates are not available for non-options transactions. To learn more, see our Fee Schedule, Order Flow Rebate FAQ, and Order Flow Rebate Program Terms & Conditions. Options can be risky and are not suitable for all investors. See the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options to learn more. All investing involves the risk of loss, including loss of principal. Brokerage services for US-listed, registered securities, options and bonds in a self-directed account are offered by Open to the Public Investing, Inc., member FINRA & SIPC. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. ********************************************************************* FinChat.io is The Complete Stock Research Platform for fundamental investors. With its beautiful design and institutional-quality data, FinChat is incredibly powerful and easy to use. Use our LINK and get 15% off any premium plan: ⁠https://finchat.io/chitchat/?lmref=J3bklw ********************************************************************* Sign up for YellowBrick Investing to track the best investing pitches across the internet: joinyellowbrick.com/chitchat ********************************************************************* Disclosure: Chit Chat Stocks hosts and guests are not financial advisors, and nothing they say on this show is formal advice or a recommendation.

In the world of wealth management, working with clients is a deeply personal endeavor that requires more than just financial expertise. By looking inward first, and prioritizing a strong team culture and personal and professional development, companies can cultivate a strong trust and connection with clients. Today's guest has made this approach the foundation to his business.Today we're sitting down with Rob Skinner, who is a founding partner and the co-CEO of IEQ Capital. He has served as a financial advisor to wealthy families and institutional investors for over two decades. Rob began his career at Fidelity Investments in 1995 before joining Merrill Lynch as first vice president of investments.In 2008, he co-founded Luminous Capital, an independent registered investment advisory firm where he served as Chief Investment Officer, Co-Head of Investment Research, and Co-manager of Portfolio Construction. Luminous Capital was acquired by First Republic Bank in 2012. Active in the community, Rob serves on the Board of Directors for the First Tee of Monterey County, the Board of Directors of the Pebble Beach Company Foundation. He's a Trustee of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation associated with PGA of America, as well as the Naval Postgraduate School Foundation. Rob and his wife actively support numerous foundations and charities in and around the Monterey peninsula. Rob holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Connecticut, which, if you haven't heard has won national championship titles, back to back in men's basketball. Go Huskies!Highlights:Rob's early influences and beginnings in wealth management (4:15)Founding Luminous Capital (5:52)Background on IEQ Capital, and company mission (6:37)What differentiates IEQ from competitors (7:13)IEQ's ideal client profile (8:34)How the IEQ team works with clients on wealth management (9:30)Rob walks us through IEQ's client screening process (10:18)The value of culture at IEQ (11:10)The use of technology at IEQ (12:00)How being a founder has informed Rob's work with his clients (13:30)How Rob approaches liquidity planning with clients (14:41)Rob breaks down IEQ's partnership with Stone Point Capital (15:33)The benefits for smaller firms (18:37)What Rob has learned from entrepreneurs during his time in wealth management (19:19)The importance of fostering a fun and enjoyable environment and culture (20:43)Links:Rob Skinner on LinkedInIEQ Capital on LinkedInIEQ Capital WebsiteICR LinkedInICR TwitterICR WebsiteFeedback:If you have questions about the show, or have a topic in mind you'd like discussed in future episodes, email our producer, marion@lowerstreet.co.

Ever wish you could predict market movements? Today on The Richer Geek Podcast, we explore how AI can spot hidden signals in the market. Andrew Einhorn, Chief Executive Officer and co-founder of LevelFields, joins us to reveal how AI can identify events that impact stock prices. Learn how to leverage AI for smarter investing! In this episode, we're discussing... Introduction to LevelFields: Learn about Andrew Einhorn's journey from an epidemiologist to the CEO and co-founder of LevelFields, an AI-driven FinTech application designed to streamline investment research. AI in Investment Research: Discover how LevelFields leverages AI to automate and simplify the process of investment research, enabling investors to identify opportunities quickly and efficiently. Event-Driven Analysis: Understand how LevelFields focuses on event-driven analysis, monitoring US stocks 24/7 to find events that significantly impact share prices, while ignoring irrelevant noise and opinions. Case Studies: Hear examples of how identifying events such as dividends, buybacks, and market trends can lead to significant investment opportunities, illustrated by real-world scenarios like the rise of coal companies during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Market Manipulation and Bias: Learn how LevelFields cuts through market manipulation and biased information, providing users with clear, data-driven insights that help them make informed decisions. Future of AI in Investing: Explore the potential future applications of AI in the investment world and how it can make sophisticated financial strategies accessible to everyone, regardless of their level of expertise.   Resources from Andrew LinkedIn | LevelFields AI Resources from Mike and Nichole Gateway Private Equity Group |  REI Words |  Nic's guide

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Fei-Fei Li, former Chief Investment Officer at Research Affiliates and current CIO at Kavout Algo Financial, shares insights from her extensive background in finance. She discusses her tenure at Research Affiliates, where she led research and strategy design for the firm's systematic active strategies and smart beta indices. The conversation then pivots to her current role at Kavout Algo Financial, where she is spearheading the development of an AI tool aimed at revolutionizing the investment research process. Feifei provides a fascinating look at the intersection of AI and fintech, and what it means for the future of investment research. Feifei also shared insights from her recent Financial Analyst Journal article with Robert Arnott and Juhani Linnainmaa, “Smart Rebalancing,” which explores strategies to reduce trading costs while maintaining portfolio efficacy.

Summary David is Managing Director, Portfolio Manager, and Head of Retirement Research for PGIM DC Solutions. In this role, he develops solutions to help improve retirement outcomes for investors with a specific focus on defined contribution plans. Prior to joining PGIM he was the Head of Retirement Research for Morningstar Investment Management LLC and before that the Director of Consulting and Investment Research for the Retirement Plan Consulting Group at Unified Trust Company.  In this episode David and I discuss retirement planning and income generation. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the cost of retirement and the need to start planning early. Retirement is a complex and individualized process, and the traditional concept of retirement is evolving, David suggests using the term 'financial independence' instead.   He also challenges the 4% rule for retirement withdrawals, suggesting that a personalized approach is necessary because flexibility in retirement income planning is crucial, as it allows for adjustments in spending based on changing circumstances. He also talks about why holding cash can provide both economic and behavioural benefits in retirement portfolios.   Other highlights of our conversation are where we discuss the need for advisors and coaches in retirement planning, the importance of understanding and addressing regret risk, the value of spending money on experiences and giving during retirement, the impact of longevity risk on retirement confidence, the benefits of guaranteed lifetime income in retirement planning and Davids famous Retirement smile concept.   Takeaways Understanding the cost of retirement and starting planning early are crucial for financial security in retirement. The traditional concept of retirement is changing, and 'financial independence' may be a more appropriate term. The 4% rule for retirement withdrawals may lead to underspending and regret, and a personalized approach is necessary. Flexibility in retirement income planning allows for adjustments in spending based on changing circumstances. Holding cash in retirement portfolios can provide both economic and behavioral benefits. Advisors and coaches play a crucial role in retirement planning by providing accountability and helping individuals understand their blind spots. Regret risk, or the regret of not doing more during retirement, is an often overlooked risk that can impact the fulfillment of the second half of life. The fear of spending money in retirement and the transition from a savings mindset to a spending mindset can hinder individuals from enjoying their retirement and lead to inefficient spending. Longevity risk, or the risk of outliving one's savings, is a significant concern in retirement planning, and there is a need for greater longevity literacy. Guaranteed lifetime income can help address longevity risk and provide individuals with the confidence to spend money on experiences and give during retirement. The retirement smile, where real-time spending falls during the early years of retirement and may increase slightly in later life, challenges the assumption that spending increases with inflation every year. Sound Bites "Retirement is the most expensive purchase most people will ever make." "Retirement is radically changing for everyone, what it means to retire, what it means to keep working, how long you're gonna live, what your activity level is gonna be." "The 4% rule will lead people into a retirement of underspending and regret." "We are not the person that's receiving the advice or coaching, right?" "If we create one of those [retirement plans] that's got a hundred percent success rate, i.e. we're telling you that you're never going to run out of money. That to me is a hundred percent failure on living a fulfilled second half of life." "It's just really, really hard to spend down this pool of assets when you don't know how long you're gonna live, you know what the markets are gonna do and you don't wanna go back to work." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background of David Blanchett 03:02 Understanding the Cost of Retirement 08:12 The Changing Nature of Retirement 12:33 Challenging the 4% Rule for Retirement Withdrawals 19:49 The Benefits of Holding Cash in Retirement Portfolios 26:56 The Role of Advisors and Coaches 28:19 The Overlooked Risk of Regret 30:06 Overcoming the Fear of Spending 35:28 Understanding and Addressing Longevity Risk 39:39 The Benefits of Guaranteed Lifetime Income 47:01 The Retirement Smile: Challenging Assumptions

The Weekly Tradecast looks at the World Investment Report 2024 and the latest trends with UN Trade and Development's (UNCTAD) Richard Bolwijn.  Global flows of foreign direct investment (FDI) declined by 2% to $1.3 trillion dollars last year.  The headline number included big swings in a small number of conduit economies – which often act as intermediaries for FDI destined for other countries. Without those drivers, FDI globally would have been even lower.  This year should be better but risks and uncertainties persist – especially for developing countries that need investment to grow now and adapt in the future.  Tune in to Richard Bolwijn, Head of Investment Research, to hear how investment policies and decisions are being shaped by technology, sustainability and geopolitical tensions.

How could asset managers use AI to boost investment research? Host Jennifer Martin and guests discuss AI's implications for the investment management industry.

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Designing a robust portfolio requires considerable expertise, data, and experience. And while there are plenty of published articles that can guide how you build your portfolio, they are not investment solutions by themselves. Wei Dai is the Head of Investment Research and Vice President at Dimensional Fund Advisors, and she joins us today for a comprehensive and informative conversation on portfolio design for higher returns. Her background includes a Doctor of Philosophy degree in Statistics, Operations research, and Financial Engineering from Princeton. She has also earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics and applied mathematics from Zhejiang University. Her work has been published in multiple journals, including The Financial Analysts Journal. She has also collaborated on articles with esteemed figures such as Professor Robert C. Merton and Robert Novy-Marx. In our conversation with Wei, we explore the contents of these articles, key findings from research conducted by Dimensional Fund Advisors, and how they are implementing this knowledge in their portfolios. We discuss the fundamental aspects of portfolio design, like expected return, risk, and costs, with Wei providing a detailed breakdown of each subject. There's a lot to be learned from today's conversation, and while things get pretty technical, you are in very capable hands! Tune in for a fascinating dive into the latest research on portfolio design and much more.   Key Points From This Episode:   (0:03:37) The main risk premiums that Dimensional Fund Advisors target in their portfolios. (0:05:42) How long-term drivers of returns vary across different regions: an overview of the tests and outcomes they've seen at Dimensional Fund Advisors. (0:07:15) Unpacking whether the value premium differs from the profitability premium across regions; why it makes sense to be globally diversified. (0:08:57) Typical approaches to a multi-premium strategy in a portfolio: a rundown of the three approaches they take at Dimensional and the trade-offs between each. (0:13:44) How they evaluate portfolios at Dimenstional: the benefits of taking a holistic, integrated approach, and instances where that doesn't make sense. (0:17:24) Weighting schemes: Dimensional's approach to assigning individual security weights to achieve the desired level of exposure and how investments factor into weights. (0:26:46) Advice on how investors should decide whether to currency hedge their foreign asset exposures, and insights on how to approach currency hedging. (0:30:42) Premium timing: Why timing exposure to premiums is so tempting; parameters that must be defined to implement timing strategies; and which strategies worked in their research. (0:39:21) Valuation ratios: why it theoretically makes sense that they would be related to differences in expected returns and why they aren't useful in timing premiums. (0:42:11) An overview of the main implications for pursuing premiums that arise from Dimensional's research. (0:44:10) Diversification and how to improve your odds of capturing return premiums. (0:46:38) The tradeoff between concentration and expected returns, and defining the optimal balance. (0:49:06) What investors should look for when choosing a systematic investment manager, why not all systematic strategies are created equal, and Dimemsional's approach. (0:52:52) The downsides of performance fees, specifically for systematic managers and what it was like writing a paper with Robert Merton. (0:57:41) How short-term reversals differ from momentum, ways that reversals are related to liquidity, and how reversals vary across different stocks. (01:03:12) The ways that Dimensional is implementing this knowledge in their portfolios; how their ideas go from research to publication to implementation. (01:08:18) What sets Dimensional apart, and the value that they add, despite their research being available online.   Links From Today's Episode: 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://twitter.com/RationalRemind Rational Reminder on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/channel/ Rational Reminder Email — info@rationalreminder.caBenjamin Felix — https://www.pwlcapital.com/author/benjamin-felix/  Benjamin on X — https://twitter.com/benjaminwfelix Benjamin on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/benjaminwfelix/ Cameron Passmore — https://www.pwlcapital.com/profile/cameron-passmore/ Cameron on X — https://twitter.com/CameronPassmore Cameron on LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/cameronpassmore/ Wei Dai on Linkedin — https://www.linkedin.com/in/wei-dai-64a3071a/ Wei Dai's Academic Papers — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/cf_dev/AbsByAuth.cfm?per_id=2888456 Dimensional Fund Advisors — https://www.dimensional.com/ Episode 234: Prof. Robert C. Merton — https://rationalreminder.ca/podcast/234   Papers From Today's Episode:  Assessing the Relative Magnitude of Premiums — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3981766 Pursuing Multiple Premiums: Combination vs. Integration — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3793594 Weighting for the Right One: Weighting Scheme Design for Systematic Equity Portfolios — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4016481 To Hedge or Not to Hedge: A Framework for Currency Hedging Decisions in Global Equity & Fixed Income Portfolios — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3703333 Another Look at Timing the Equity Premiums — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4586684 Premium Timing with Valuation Ratios How Diversification Impacts Investment Outcomes: A Case Study on Global Large Caps How Diversification Impacts the Reliability of Outcomes — https://carlsoncap.com/wp-content/uploads/DFA_-How-Diversification-Impacts-the-Reliability-of-Outcomes.pdf  On the Valuation of Performance Fees and Their Impact on Asset Managers' Incentives — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3686987 Reversals and the returns to liquidity provision — https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4339591

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In celebration of March Madness, Chief U.S. Economist Lara Rhame and the Investment Research team go head-to-head in “Market Madness.” In this bracket-style debate, our experts consider which topics will be most influential to markets for the rest of the year and what it means for investors.

Greetings, and welcome back to the podcast. This episode, we are joined by  Mr. Steve Loukas -  CEO of Obsidian Energy - a TSX listed energy company with a market cap of approximately $750 million, and partner at FrontFour Capital Group - a value-based investment management firm. Stephen Loukas was appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer of Obsidian Energy Ltd. effective December 5, 2019 and elected to the Board of Directors following the 2018 Annual and Special Meeting. Mr. Loukas has vast experience in corporate transactions, capital markets and leadership. He is a partner, managing member, and portfolio manager at FrontFour Capital Group LLC, a value-based investment management firm. Mr. Loukas held roles including Director at Credit Suisse Securities where he was a Portfolio Manager and Head of Investment Research of the Multi-Product Event Proprietary Trading Group, and at Pirate Capital where he was a senior investment analyst. Mr. Loukas has also worked within the Corporate Finance & Distribution Group of Scotia Capital where he focused on the structuring and syndication of leveraged loans and high yield debt. Mr. Loukas started his career at restructuring firm Zolfo Cooper where he assisted corporate clients in the development and implementation of operational and financial restructuring plans. Mr. Loukas  is a trustee of Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust, and received a B.A. in Finance and Accounting from New York University.Among other things, we discussed hedge fund strategies, restructuring Obsidian & the opportunities going forward. Enjoy.This podcast episode is sponsored by Connate Water Solutions.Do you need cost effective water sourcing options to supply your next drilling or completions program?Connate Water Solutions is a specialized hydrogeology company focused on water well drilling, testing and water management services in Western Canada and Texas. Contact info@connatewater.com or www.connatewater.com for more details.This episode is brought to you by Galatea Technologies. Galatea is a software company based in Calgary that is focused on helping producers better manage their fluid logistics. Galatea enables field operators and truck drivers with the ability to make the optimal decision on every waste, water or clean oil load resulting in 20% savings on trucking & disposal costs. The Galatea platform makes it easy to create digital truck tickets, manifests and shipping documents that automatically flow through into field data capture and finance. Galatea's platform is used by over 50% of Canadian producers, 600 trucking companies and hundreds of disposal locations. Visit Galateatech.com to learn about how to optimize that last line on your lease op.This podcast is sponsored by  Energy United.Energy United is an organization with a mission to promote practical energy policy across Canada. At Energy United, we're building a community of Canadians passionate about Canada's natural gas and oil industry who are willing to take action. Energy United is driving change on issues that matter - all the way from the carbon tax to the emissions cap. Join Energy United to make a difference at  www.energyunited.ca Support the show

Defined contribution plans have been instrumental in helping people save for retirement. However, these plans often fail to protect individuals against longevity risk. Incorporating lifetime income solutions like annuities can help people prevent outliving their savings during retirement. In this episode, Jack talks with David Blanchett, Managing Director, Portfolio Manager, and Head of Retirement Research at PGIM DC Solutions. In this role, David develops solutions to help improve retirement outcomes for investors with a specific focus on defined contribution plans. He is also responsible for the portfolio management of the PGIM Target Date Funds. Before joining PGIM, David was the Head of Retirement Research for Morningstar Investment Management LLC and the Director of Consulting and Investment Research for the Retirement Plan Consulting Group at Unified Trust Company. David joins Jack to discuss various aspects of retirement planning and how the industry can operate better to improve retirement outcomes for clients, participants, and advisors. David shares his insights on three key areas: improving defined contribution plans, enhancing financial plans, and making retirement easier through lifetime income solutions. He emphasizes the importance of access to retirement savings plans, the need for comprehensive financial planning, and the role of annuities in providing longevity protection. Key Takeaways [01:55] - David's thoughts on improving defined contribution plans for retirees. [03:03] - David's role at PGIM DC Solutions. [04:04] - How to improve contribution plans and in-plan retirement solutions. [08:29] - The need for a financial plan and the different avenues for receiving advice. [10:39] - The confluence of digital and human advice. [13:17] - The shift from investment-focused planning to holistic planning. [15:56] - Understanding annuities and their potential benefits for clients. [20:50] - Overcoming operational roadblocks to utilizing annuities. [22:11] - David's key takeaways. Quotes [09:48] - "If you can't get advice and you do it yourself, you'll make mistakes. These can be very expensive mistakes. So, giving individuals access to advice the way they want will have a huge long-term success." ~ David Blanchett [11:34] - "The fundamental value of an advisor is not the investments. It's more of the behavioral financial planning coach." ~ David Blanchett [19:16] - "There are very good annuities out there your clients could use. You have to learn how they work and how to identify them. Doing that can create better client outcomes than just focusing on the portfolio alone." ~ David Blanchett Links  David Blanchett on LinkedIn David Blanchett on Twitter PGIM DC Solutions Connect with our hosts LifeYield Jack Sharry on LinkedIn Jack Sharry on Twitter Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify LinkedIn Twitter Facebook

The U.S. national debt exceeded $34 trillion dollars, while the federal deficit was $1.7 trillion for fiscal year 2023. How sustainable are these fiscal imbalances, and what does this mean for investors? In a new episode of the Conversations with Commerce Trust podcast, Chief Investment Officer David Hagee, examines the U.S. debt load, the deficit and how it all translates to the broader financial markets with Brent Schowe, our Director of Investment Research at Commerce Trust. 

Check out this week's Show Note before episode 238 goes live!Blog post from Rocky White from Schaeffer's Investment Research -https://www.schaeffersresearch.com/content/analysis/2024/01/31/january-barometer-bulls-should-buckle-up-for-2024?Article by Christine Benz, “What's Changing for Retirement in 2024? - https://www.morningstar.com/retirement/whats-changing-retirement-2024

At the recent resource conferences in Vancouver I had the chance to sit down with Byron O'Conner, VP Mining at Pinchin Ltd. Pinchin is "one of North America's premier environmental, engineering, building science, and health & safety consulting firms". On the resource front the Company consults with a wide range of resource companies on environmental and permitting work throughout North America.   When chatting with Byron at the conference we were discussing the many environmental and permitting issues companies can face. I thought it would be very informative to have Byron share some of the nuances that investors should be aware of when doing due diligence on a potential investments. Far too often environmental and permitting issues are found out too late by investors.   If you have any follow up questions for Byron or if there are certain topics you would like us to focus on when we chat again please email me at Fleck@kereport.com.   Click here to visit the Pinchin website to learn more about the Company's resource division.

The UK's decision to scrap compulsory research unbundling, following the final recommendations of the Investment Research Review, marked one of the most striking developments for financial services firms in 2023. Permitting rebundling across the board with no market capitalisation threshold comes as part of a wider approach to reinvigorate UK capital markets. With the FCA expected to finalise its rule changes by midyear, firms accustomed to the MiFID II rules will need to adapt to the added flexibility regarding how they pay for investment research. In this episode of Connected with Latham, the latest in a 10-part series complementing Latham's “10 Key Focus Areas for UK-Regulated Financial Services Firms in 2024” report, partner Rob Moulton talks with Giulia Pecce, Head of MiFID Policy, Research and Wholesale Investor Protection for the Association of Financial Markets in Europe (AFME), about the 2024 outlook for investment research. They discuss whether rule changes will likely be readily workable operationally, how quickly market practice might change, and the impact of EU reforms and US regulation on the UK's ultimate approach to unbundling.   This podcast is provided as a service of Latham & Watkins LLP. Listening to this podcast does not create an attorney client relationship between you and Latham & Watkins LLP, and you should not send confidential information to Latham & Watkins LLP. While we make every effort to assure that the content of this podcast is accurate, comprehensive, and current, we do not warrant or guarantee any of those things and you may not rely on this podcast as a substitute for legal research and/or consulting a qualified attorney. Listening to this podcast is not a substitute for engaging a lawyer to advise on your individual needs. Should you require legal advice on the issues covered in this podcast, please consult a qualified attorney. Under New York's Code of Professional Responsibility, portions of this communication contain attorney advertising. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Results depend upon a variety of factors unique to each representation. Please direct all inquiries regarding the conduct of Latham and Watkins attorneys under New York's Disciplinary Rules to Latham & Watkins LLP, 1271 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020, Phone: 1.212.906.1200

Join KRLD's David Johnson for part two of his interview with Jeffrey Hirsch, the editor-in-chief for the Stock Trader's Almanac. Listen to part one here.

Jeffrey Hirsch, Editor in Chief for The Stock Trader's Almanac, joins KRLD's David Johnson on this episode of CEO Spotlight.

Can AI give you financial advice you can trust?  Guest: Murray Leith - Executive Vice President & Director, Investment Research at Odlum Brown Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing financial advisory. How will AI impact investors' portfolios?This week on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Odaro Aisueni, Wealth Planner, speak with Peter Lazaroff, Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp, LLC, about the impact of AI on financial planning, and the importance of diversification in investment portfolios. Peter highlights the potential of AI in automating tasks and providing information but emphasizes its limitations in understanding underlying issues. He also shares his views on the evolution of the financial planning industry and the increasing demand for professionals who can interact effectively with AI platforms. The conversation also covers the potential wealth inequalities that may arise in the future and the importance of personal branding for financial advisors.Peter discusses: His first money memory and his parents' approach to teaching him about moneyHis first big purchase and his son's interest in his old baseball card collectionHow AI can impact investors' portfolios and the role of advisorsThe evolution of the financial planning industry and the importance of soft skills for advisorsWhy soft skills are important for financial advisors in the evolution of the industryPotential benefits of AI in automating tasks and the need for high-quality informationThe importance of diversification in investment portfoliosStrategies for handling concentrated stock holdings for tech employeesAnd moreResources:The Long-Term InvestorMaking Money SimpleConnect with Ana Trujillo Limón: Carson Group LLCLinkedIn: Ana Trujillo LimónConnect with Peter Lazaroff:Plancorp, LLCPeter LazaroffLinkedIn: Peter LazaroffTwitter: @PeterLazaroffYouTube: @plazaroffAbout our Guest: Peter Lazaroff, CFA, CFP®, joined Plancorp in 2015 as Director of Investment Research. He became a shareholder of the firm in 2017 and Chief Investment Officer in 2020. As chair of the Investment Committee, Peter is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and communication of investment strategy. Throughout his career, Peter has built a reputation as an educator, and our clients appreciate his ability to simplify complex issues. While he spends most of his time developing and communicating our investment strategy, Peter also hosts a top-ranked podcast called The Long-Term Investor and is the author of Making Money Simple.Send us your questions, we'd love to hear from you! Email us at framework@carsongroup.com.Disclosure:This episode of Framework was pre-recorded. At the time of recording, Jamie Hopkins was affiliated with CWM, LLC. Jamie Hopkins is not currently registered with or affiliated with CWM, LLC.

Our podcast is all about storytelling. Afterall, who wants to hear another opinion about inflation and interest rates? How many people do you know who grew up working on a cattle ranch, got a degree in music and ended up in the asset management industry? Today, Franklin Parker may not be a famous singer/songwriter in Hollywood, but he has written an interesting book about goals-based investing, which came out last year. On this episode, Franklin shares his professional and personal journey, the why behind his belief in goals-based investing, and his advice to current and future wealth managers. Franklin is the founder and chief investment officer of Directional Advisors in Dallas. He is a CFA charterholder, international speaker, and author of numerous peer-reviewed papers and articles. In 2017, Parker was awarded the NAAIM Founder's Award for Investment Research for his work on merging active investment management and goals-based investing. Before starting Directional Advisors, Franklin was CIO at Bright Wealth Management, Managing Director at CH Wealth Management, and Financial Advisor at Edward Jones and LPL. His degree in music was achieved at the University of North Texas.  

Even with unanswered questions about a potential slowdown, the Q4 economy is largely firing on all cylinders. Commercial real estate continues to navigate a unique correction, while rising stock/bond correlation helps corporate credit shine. Can the growth continue? Join Lara Rhame, Chief US Economist, Robert Hoffman, Managing Director, Credit Wealth Solutions, and Andrew Korz, Director, Investment Research as they dive into their outlooks for commercial real estate, corporate credit and macroeconomic trends. 

There are a lot of investment and personal finance websites, newsletters, and supposed "experts" out there. Some are great, while others are, well, not so great.  In this week's show, Jason and Jeff are joined by Alex Morris, a former equities analyst who left Wall Street to start his own stock research newsletter, TSOH Investment Research Service. In their conversation, Alex shares his thoughts on the space, his investing process, advantages that we have as individual investors, and some of his favorite stocks right now. He also talks about some of his biggest investing mistakes, what he's learned, and his evolution as an investor.  Companies mentioned: AAPL, COCO, COST, DG, FQVTF, MSFT, ROKU Find Alex on Twitter: https://twitter.com/TSOH_Investing  TSOH Investment Research Service:  https://thescienceofhitting.com/  We would love feedback on the show. Share with us at:  Email: thesmatteringshow@gmail.com Twitter: @smatteringshow  Check out our YouTube channel for more content:  https://www.youtube.com/@TheSmatteringShow Find the 2023 Smattering Portfolio here:  https://tinyurl.com/Smatterfolio2023 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-smattering/support

Head of Investment Research Mary Pryshlak joins host Thomas Mucha to discuss the evolution of research in the asset management industry amid shifting market, technological, and geopolitical environments.  Key topics:1:40 – Career as a global industry analyst3:00 – Differentiated investment research5:15 – How research is evolving6:50 – Industry-specific investment processes8:30 – Investment outlook11:00 – How deglobalization impacts research14:30 – Collaboration examples: AI and the banking crisis17:10 – Filtering out the noise18:45 – Personal observations

Spencer founded Probable Futures to help us all become climate change literate. Before that he was Director of Investment Research at Wellington Management. He holds a PhD from Harvard. The Canadian Money RoadmapDiscover strategies to save, invest, and grow your money effectively.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

With global markets impacted by various factors, exploring diverse perspectives and ideas is essential for investors.In this episode, Ryan Detrick & Sonu Varghese speak with Carson's Group Investment Research Team, Barry Gilbert, VP, Asset Allocation Strategist, and Grant Engelbart, VP, Investment Strategist.They discuss various topics related to investing, including the impact of US-China relations and the importance of considering other factors in portfolio construction. They also talk about the team dynamics at Carson Partners and the importance of being open to new ideas and perspectives in investing. Additionally, they emphasize the integration of investment and wealth management in financial planning and the advantages of working at Carson Partners.They discuss:The impact of China's restrictions on Apple's revenue and the broader implications for US-China relationsThe growth potential of active ETFs and their impact on the marketThe need to be open to new ideas and perspectives in order to understand and navigate the complexities of the marketThe need to consider how different investment components fit together to achieve diversificationThe essential connection between investment and wealth management The impact and accessibility of Carson Partners for advisorsTheir investment philosophy and how it has evolved over their careerThe recent disconnect between the US dollar and commodity prices, and the US's energy independenceAnd more!Connect with Barry Gilbert: LinkedIn: Barry GilbertConnect with Grant Engelbart: LinkedIn: Grant EngelbartConnect with Ryan Detrick: LinkedIn: Ryan DetrickConnect with Sonu Varghese: LinkedIn: Sonu Varghese

Sean Capazori,  Aspen Group Chief Financial Officer  discusses the decision to  acquire a portfolio of branded products in Latin America for R5.01 billion.   Miyelani Maluleke, Economist with Absa takes Bruce Whitfield through the latest Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI).  Business activity in South Africa took a massive hit as delivery trucks come under fire.   Joseph Cavatoni, Chief Market Strategist for World Gold Council on the latest gold demand trends. Gold supported in Q2 despite softer central bank demand   Chantal Marx ,  Head of Investment Research at FNB Wealth and Investments on Investment School - How to sift fads and themes with confidence  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of FireSide, the Investment Research team offers their Q3 outlooks for macro, credit markets and commercial real estate. The first half of the year saw a contradictory confluence of pessimism and impressive performance. That has left investors rethinking the popular market ideas they've held for the past 15 years.   Join Head of Research Robert Hoffman, Chief U.S. Economist Lara Rhame and Director, Investment Research Andrew Korz as they shed light on CRE corrections, Fed rate hikes and the key indicators they're watching for a potential slowdown. 

Bloomberg Radio host Barry Ritholtz speaks with Jawad S. Mian, who is the founder and managing editor at Stray Reflections, an independent global macro research and trading advisory firm with a focus on major investment themes. His clients include some of the world's largest hedge funds, family offices and institutional investors. Mian studied finance and economics at the University of Western Ontario, and is a CFA and CMT charterholder.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ken Greene invites guest Peter Lazaroff, a Chartered Financial Analyst and Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp. They discuss Lazaroff's passion for investing, which started when he was given a share of Nike stock as a kid, and how he obtained his CFA and CFP certifications. Peter explains the evolving role of the modern Chief Investment Officer, highlighting the importance of addressing the emotional side of investing and educating clients about the market. Lastly, they discuss the ESG investment approach and the importance of hearing various perspectives on investments. Who's the guest? Peter joined Plancorp in 2015 as Director of Investment Research. He became a shareholder of the firm in 2017 and Chief Investment Officer in 2020. Throughout his career, Peter has built a reputation as an educator, and our clients appreciate his ability to simplify complex issues. While Peter spends most of his time developing and communicating Plancorp's investment strategy, he also writes regularly for The Wall Street Journal and Forbes. In 2019, Wiley & Son's published his first book titled Making Money Simple. He also is the host of The Long Term Investor podcast. Peter and his wife, Ann, have two sons. When he has free time, he enjoys reading, traveling, swimming, and watching baseball.   Links and Resources from this Episode DISCLAIMER For resources and additional information of this episode go to http://engineeroffinance.com Connect with Ken Greene http://engineeroffinance.com Office 775-624-8839 https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-greene https://business.facebook.com/GreeneFinance Connect with Peter Lazaroff https://www.plancorp.com/team/peter-lazaroff https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterlazaroff https://peterlazaroff.com/   Book a meeting with Ken If you liked what you've heard and would like a one-on-one meeting with the Engineer Of Finance click here Episode Highlights Peter discusses how he developed an interest in investing as a teenager and how it influenced his career choices.   How Peter started learning about investing by buying books and reading the Wall Street Journal. His decision to first go for his CFA and then CFP designations based on his role as an investment analyst How the best way to approach the CFA exam is to avoid communicating with others during breaks between tests as it may cause confusion The idea of advising clients to pay off high-interest debt like credit cards which can yield a guaranteed return equivalent to the interest rate Objectivity and taking an emotionless approach to investment decisions The role of emotion in investing How fear can often outweigh financial logic, particularly for people nearing retirement The challenges of getting clients to accept simplified investment options, like a one-fund portfolio Experience with ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) investing How to start simplifying investments Review, Subscribe and Share If you like what you hear please leave a review by clicking here Make sure you're subscribed to the podcast so you get the latest episodes. Subscribe with Apple Podcasts Follow on Spotify Subscribe with Stitcher Subscribe with RSS

In this episode of FireSide, the Investment Research team explores the unprecedented concentration in the U.S. equity market. This top-heavy market meant impressive returns for investors over the first half of the year, but it could become one of the key risks for portfolios in the coming period.Join Lara Rhame, Chief U.S. Economist, and Andrew Korz, Director, Investment Research, as they unpack the macro drivers contributing to equity market concentration and share their opinions on how to navigate where the market might go next.  

In our recent discussions with some of the world's super allocators, we have heard about their investment objectives and varying approaches to asset allocation. In tandem with the growth in complexity, responsibility and sheer size of global investable assets, we've witnessed the growth of the role of the pension consultant firms, Mercer, WTW, Aon, assisting investing organisations around the world. In this episode, Joanne Holden, their Global Head of Investment Research & Consulting, explains why a fascination with maths led her to actuarial work and then to investment consulting, and working for over two decades at Mercer. She explains why investing institutions need consultants, how they use them, and how they approach the world of asset allocation and manager selection. She also discusses, the issues around sustainability, manager analysis, and more broadly glass ceilings, resilience, and advice for young people thinking about finance.  Sign up to our newsletter for more in-depth insights | Follow us on LinkedIn The Money Maze Podcast is kindly sponsored by Schroders, Bremont Watches, LiveTrade and Mintus.  

In this episode of FireSide, the Investment Research team takes stock of Q1's performance and offers their outlooks for Q2. After an eventful Q1 marked by bank failures, more tech layoffs, and other concerning headlines, the Investment Research Team explores some bright spots and adds nuance to their market evaluations. Join Rob Hoffman, Managing Director; Lara Rhame, Chief U.S. Economist; and Andrew Korz, Director, as they cover updates in the credit, macro and commercial real estate sectors. 

In this episode we're joined by Lillian Cheung. We're discussing Chinese equities such as Alibaba (BABA) and its effect on the broader market. Cheung is the author of Livy Investment Research. Livy Investment Research is a boutique investment research shop providing professional coverage on disruptive thematic equities. Their analysis provides a deep dive on growth drivers present in the secular market to identify outperforming investments. Plus, Kim Khan brings this week's Catalyst Watch, the new Twitter poll for the week, and a preview of Lowe's (LOW) Analyst and Investor Conference.