Category Archive: 9a) Buy and Hold

Century Bonds: A Long Term Bet On Google

Google's parent, Alphabet, just issued $32 billion in global debt, including £1 billion of rare century bonds. Alphabet's century bonds are called such because they do not mature for 100 years (2126). While the century bond is a small piece of its recent debt offering and even less of its outstanding debt ($78 billion), the … Continue...

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2-12-26 The Contrarian View on The Value Rally

In this short video, Lance Roberts & Michael LebowitzI explain how value stocks were deeply hated just months ago. Since then, capital has rotated aggressively into defensive “value” names, pushing many to extreme overbought levels. Ironically, several of these stocks, including $WMT $PG and $PEP, now trade at elevated multiples, making them expensive by traditional metrics. Be careful chasing the crowd. Focus on where money is likely to move...

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The ECB Unexpectedly Raises Rates But Pauses

"Based on its current assessment, the Governing Council considers that the key ECB interest rates have reached levels that, maintained for a sufficiently long duration, will make a substantial contribution to the timely return of inflation to target." And with that statement, the European Central Bank (ECB) appears to have halted its rate hiking cycle. …

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The Pros and Cons of Investing in Gold and Other Precious Metals

Understanding Gold and Precious Metal Investments Exploring the Appeal of Precious Metals Investing in gold and other precious metals has long been regarded to preserve wealth and hedge against economic uncertainties. Discover the potential benefits and drawbacks of including these commodities in your investment strategy. The Role of Precious Metals in Diversification Adding precious metals …

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Understanding Different Types of Investment Vehicles: Stocks, Bonds, and Mutual Funds

Exploring Investment Vehicles: An Overview Navigating the Investment Landscape Investing wisely requires a thorough understanding of various investment vehicles. Delve into the essentials of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to make informed choices that align with your financial goals. The Role of Investment Vehicles Investment vehicles serve as the channels through which individuals can invest …

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The Pros and Cons of High-Yield Bonds

Understanding High-Yield Bonds: An Overview Defining High-Yield Bonds High-yield bonds, also known as junk bonds, are debt securities issued by companies with lower credit ratings. These bonds offer higher interest rates compared to investment-grade bonds, but they come with their own set of benefits and risks. The Role of High-Yield Bonds High-yield bonds can play …

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How to Avoid Common Bond Investing Mistakes

Navigating the World of Bond Investing: A Comprehensive Guide The Importance of Informed Bond Investing Bond investing can be lucrative, but avoiding mistakes is crucial for maximizing returns and minimizing risks. Learn about the common pitfalls and how to steer clear of them. The Role of Bonds in Investment Portfolios Bonds offer stability and income, …

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How to Buy Commodity ETFs: A Guide for Investors

Understanding Commodity ETFs: What You Need to Know Exploring the World of Commodity ETFs Commodity Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) offer investors exposure to a diverse range of commodities, such as precious metals, energy resources, agricultural products, and more. Learn how to navigate this investment option and incorporate it into your portfolio. Benefits of Investing in Commodity …

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The Different Types of Commodity Investments and Their Characteristics

An Introduction to Commodity Investments Understanding Commodity Investments Commodity investments involve putting money into raw materials or primary agricultural products that are typically traded on commodity markets. These investments offer exposure to the fluctuations in commodity prices, making them a unique and potentially rewarding addition to investment portfolios. Why Invest in Commodities? Commodities serve as …

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Register for Our Next Candid Coffee

Our next Candid Coffee is set for Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 8am with Richard Rosso & Danny Ratliff. It's an open-forum, kitchen table kind of conversation about what's on your mind, financially. We'll launch the conversation with a discussion about annuities, but really, anything is game. Register today at this link: ttps://streamyard.com/watch/Wq3Yvn9ny5GV #CandidCoffee #Registration #Annuities

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Multimillionär: Investment-Update (Februar, 2026)

Kevin Warsh ist neuer Fed-Chef und die Märkte reagieren sofort. Was bedeutet das für dich als Investor? 👉 Immobilien sind noch zum Schnappen: gute Zeiten zum Kaufen. 👉 Krypto vorsichtig beobachten: Volatilität hoch, aber Rücksetzer sind Kaufchancen. 👉 Gold bleibt ein stabiler Absicherungswert. 👉 Tech-Aktien unter Druck: hier genau hinschauen. 👉 Traditionelle Aktien sind teilweise wieder auf attraktiven Bewertungen. Die Geldpolitik entscheidet...

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2.000€ Sparplan: Wann das trotzdem nicht reicht | Saidis Senf

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Schau genau hin, wenn du investierst 🧐

Schau genau hin, wenn du investierst 🧐 🎯 Seit 2015 möchten wir dich dabei unterstützen, Verantwortung für deine Finanzen zu übernehmen und eigene, fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen. 🔔 Folge uns, um keine wertvollen Tipps mehr zu verpassen! #finanzen #aktie #aktien #etf #etfs #geld #wirtschaft #börse #sparen #anlegen #investieren #investments #finanzmarkt #finanzenverstehen #geldanlage #fonds #börsenhandel #rendite #finanzbildung #ökonomie...

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2-12-26 The Value Rotation Illusion

“Value is back,” the headlines say—so investors rush from mega-cap growth into “boring” staples, utilities, and healthcare. But here’s the problem: sector labels aren’t valuation metrics. In many cases, the so-called “value rotation” is an illusion—because investors may be rotating into expensive stocks while selling the actual value hiding inside “growth.” Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down why value and growth aren’t mutually...

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IW-Ökonomen rechnen für die diesjährige Karnevalssession mit Umsätze von zwei Milliarden Euro 🤑

IW-Ökonomen rechnen für die diesjährige Karnevalssession mit Umsätze von zwei Milliarden Euro 🤑 Feierst du dieses Jahr Karneval? Und wenn ja, als was verkleidest du dich? 🎉 🎯 Seit 2015 möchten wir dich dabei unterstützen, Verantwortung für deine Finanzen zu übernehmen und eigene, fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen. 🔔 Folge uns, um keine wertvollen Tipps mehr zu verpassen! #finanzen #aktie #aktien #etf #etfs #geld #wirtschaft #börse #sparen...

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BLS Labor Report Defies Consensus

The delayed BLS employment report came in well above expectations, showing the economy added 130k jobs in January. Furthermore, the unemployment rate slipped to 4.3% versus expectations of a 0.1% increase to 4.5%. The more encompassing U6 unemployment rate fell from 8.4% to 8.0%. The BLS labor report contradicts the monthly and weekly ADP reports, …

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Vermeide diesen Fehler in der Entnahmephase

Vermeide diesen Fehler in der Entnahmephase 📉 🎯 Seit 2015 möchten wir dich dabei unterstützen, Verantwortung für deine Finanzen zu übernehmen und eigene, fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen. 🔔 Folge uns, um keine wertvollen Tipps mehr zu verpassen! #finanzen #aktie #aktien #etf #etfs #geld #wirtschaft #börse #sparen #anlegen #investieren #investments #finanzmarkt #finanzenverstehen #geldanlage #fonds #börsenhandel #rendite #finanzbildung...

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2-16-26 Margin Debt & the One-Stock Myth

Happy Presidents Day—today’s show blends portfolio risk management with real-life planning (and a little chili controversy). Lance Roberts breaks down margin debt and how leverage turns routine volatility into forced selling and permanent losses. Then he pivots with Jonathan Penn to weddings, pre-nups, and money conversations—what couples should sort out early to protect goals and reduce future stress. Lance and Danny address the “one stock...

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🤑 Das Milliardengeschäft Fußball: Top-Klubs verdienen immer mehr

🤑⚽ Das Milliardengeschäft Fußball: Top-Klubs verdienen immer mehr Findest du die ganze Kommerzialisierung noch okay oder wird’s langsam zu viel? 👇 🎯 Seit 2015 möchten wir dich dabei unterstützen, Verantwortung für deine Finanzen zu übernehmen und eigene, fundierte Entscheidungen zu treffen. 🔔 Folge uns, um keine wertvollen Tipps mehr zu verpassen! #finanzen #aktie #aktien #etf #etfs #geld #wirtschaft #börse #sparen #anlegen #investieren...

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