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Why Are Bond Yields Rising?

2025-01-08

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2025-01-08

The question asked of us most often recently: "Why are bond yields rising?" After verbally answering it plenty of times, it's time to put our answer in writing for everyone to see. The answer will help you understand what is causing bond yields to rise, and more importantly, it will help you better appreciate when … Continue reading...

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Fundamentals vs Speculation in Stock Picking Success

2025-01-07

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📈 Get ready for a shift in the stock market game! 🔄 Fundamentals will matter more than ever in the upcoming year. Stay tuned! 💼 #StockMarket #InvestingTips Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/5d392e YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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1-7-25 Curb Your Enthusiasm in 2025

2025-01-07

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As we enter 2025, the financial markets are optimistic. That optimism is fueled by strong market performance over the last two years and analyst’s projections for continued growth. However, as “Curb Your Enthusiasm” often demonstrates, even the best-laid plans can unravel when overlooked details come to light. Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn discuss five reasons why a more cautious approach to investing might be warranted in 2025, plus client...

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“Curb Your Enthusiasm” In 2025

2025-01-07

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2025-01-07

"Curb Your Enthusiasm," which ran its series finale last year, starred Larry David as an over-the-top version of himself in a comedy series that showed how seemingly trivial details of day-to-day life can precipitate a catastrophic chain of events. The show never failed to deliver a laugh but also reminded me that unexpected events can …

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Outflows Of TLT Are Tremendous

2025-01-07

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2025-01-07

Outflows from bond ETFs, such as TLT, have been tremendous over the last two months. ETFs, unlike mutual funds, allow dealers to redeem shares for the underlying securities and vice versa. The exchanges most often occur when the demand to buy or sell the ETF is high, thus creating a small arbitrage for the dealer. … Continue reading...

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Navigating Market Volatility: Tips for Investors

2025-01-06

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2025-01-06

Market volatility is an inherent part of investing, and while it can be unsettling, it’s not necessarily a bad thing. For disciplined investors, periods of market fluctuation present opportunities for growth and long-term wealth building. To navigate these uncertain times, understanding the causes of volatility, managing your emotional responses, and employing sound investment strategies are …

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1-6-24 Santa Was a No-Show

2025-01-06

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We're baaack from our Winter Break, and it seemed as if Santa arrived on Christmas Eve, pushing the markets back above the important 50-DMA. However, by the end of the year, it seemed investors were naughty this year and received a “lump of coal,“ with markets selling off back toward recent lows. One important note was that momentum and relative strength remained weak, keeping selling pressure intact. There is no way to sugarcoat the market’s poor...

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Identifying a Good Financial Advisor: Key Tips and Red Flags

2025-01-06

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Don't settle for a financial advisor pushing products like annuities to solve all your problems. Look for someone who focuses on holistic financial management. #finance #advice Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/d2a0ff YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Corporate Executives Are Bullish And Bearish

2025-01-06

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2025-01-06

Corporate executives are sending vastly different messages to their respective investors. Based on one indicator, they must be pretty bearish, yet another reeks of bullishness. Let's take a look at corporate executives' Jekyll and Hyde-like behavior and try to make some sense of their actions and what they might portend for their companies. As we …

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1-5-24 Pre-show Test Feed

2025-01-05

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New live shows return on Monday, January 6, 2025 with RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist, Lance Roberts, CIO Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Articles mentioned in this report: "2024 Review – Another 20% Year. What’s Next?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/newsletter/ ------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "The Fed is Never Right," is here:...

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Why You Might Need a Financial Advisor For More Than Investing

2025-01-05

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Managing money is just one part of what we do here at RA Advisors. Let's break the misconception about financial advisor meetings! #FinanceTips Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/c349a7 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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The Stark Reality of Emergency Savings: How Many Americans Struggle

2025-01-04

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Let's talk savings and financial security. Social Security is a reliable option without leakage. Invest in yourself wisely! 💸💪 #FinancialLiteracy Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/333f14 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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2024 Review – Another 20% Year. What’s Next?

2025-01-04

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2025-01-04

Inside This Week's Bull Bear Report Last Chance For Early Bird Registration Since New Year's fell in the middle of the week, I am extending the "Early Bird Discount" for our upcoming RIA 2025 Economic Summit through Sunday for our weekly newsletter readers. Don't miss the opportunity to get your tickets for the 2025 Economic …

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How to Master Buy Low and Sell High Strategy in Investments

2025-01-03

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Buy low, sell high! 💸 Don't follow the crowd, invest when others aren't. That's the key to success in investing! #InvestingTips #FinancialAdvice Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/82c278 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Is A Breadth Rotation In Order?

2025-01-03

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2025-01-03

The percentage of S&P 500 stocks outperforming the index on a rolling 21-day period fell below 15% late last year. That aligns with the record low set last July. Needless to say, the market's breadth is historically horrendous. Last July, after months of significant outperformance by the mega-cap stocks, the poor market breadth corrected quickly. …

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The Rules Of Bob Farrell – An Updated Illustrated Guide

2025-01-03

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2025-01-03

In a recent discussion on TheRealInvestmentShow, Bob Farrell and his 10 investment rules were discussed, which elicited several email questions asking, "Who is Bob Farrell, and where are these rules?". I often forget how old I have become, and the investing legends of my youth are no longer there and are lost to the sands of time. …

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The Importance of Regular Portfolio Rebalancing

2025-01-02

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2025-01-02

Investing is not a "set it and forget it" endeavor. Over time, changes in market conditions can shift the balance of your portfolio, causing it to stray from your intended asset allocation. Regular portfolio rebalancing is a crucial step to ensure your investments align with your financial goals and risk tolerance. This article explores the …

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How CFOs Manufacture Earnings and the Impact on Wall Street Estimates

2025-01-02

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Are company revenues telling the whole story? CFOs admit to manufacturing earnings to meet Wall Street estimates. Dive deeper into the economy with us! 📊 #EarningsManipulation #WallStreetInsights Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/1a8cc6 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Back To Back 20 Percent Gains: What’s Next?

2025-01-02

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2025-01-02

While 20% gains in the S&P 500 are not uncommon, as circled below, back-to-back 20% gains have only occurred three times since 1950. The most recent back to back 20%+ gain was 2023 and 2024. Accordingly, given the rare performance of the last two years, lets look back and see what history teaches us. The … Continue reading...

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Understanding Taxable vs. Non-Taxable Benefits: Key Insights from a Financial Advisor

2025-01-01

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🤔 Understanding the tax implications of benefits can be tricky! Remember, it all depends on how it's paid for. Stay informed! 💸 #taxes #benefits Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/fd173c YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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