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6-17-24 Inflation Keeps the Fed On Track To Cut Rates

2024-06-17

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On Wednesday, the May inflation print came in cooler than expected, sending stock and bond prices higher. Such is interesting, considering the still numerous “perpetually bearish” commentators suggest that inflation will surge due to increasing debts and deficits. However, the inflation trend remains lower as economic growth continues to slow. The correlation between smoothed PCE prices, economic growth, and inflation remains high. Therefore, as...

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Plan Your Retirement Early: Benefits of Consulting an Advisor Before Retirement

2024-06-14

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Utilize an advisor before retirement to maximize benefits while working. Additional value can be added by exploring all options early on. #financialplanning Planning for retirement? Get ahead by speaking with an advisor early. - Importance of contacting an advisor well before retirement - Leveraging employer benefits while working - Valuable opportunities that may be overlooked - Steps to maximize retirement planning - Additional value an...

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6-14-24 Dealing With the “Squishy” Side of Retirement

2024-06-14

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When it comes to investing, you can't control the markets, but you can control how much you spend, how much you save, and the amount of risk you take with your portfolio. Parsing the economic data; Bonds vs ETF's; how bond pries and interest rates move; couting on the income. Danny & Jonathan address YouTube chatroom questions on Bond Yields and Buy/Sell dynamics; Dialing for Petro Dollars: A discussion of the US Dollar's strength, and whether...

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Federal Reserve and BLS Labor Data Discrepancies Explored

2024-06-13

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The labor market is back to normal based on the data. It's interesting that the numbers may be overstated. The Federal Reserve usually says employment is understated, not overstated. Interesting insights going into the election cycle. #LaborMarket #FederalReserve #ElectionCycle In this episode of My Space, Lance Roberts and Michael Lebowitz dive into the discrepancies within labor market data reported by the BLS. They also explore why these...

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6-13-24 Federal Reserve and BLS Labor Data Discrepancies Explored

2024-06-13

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June is half-over, and the stock buy back blackout begins today, removing that source of activity from the market. Economic data points continue to weaken, but Fed Chairman Jerome Powell wants to see "more good data." There is an alternative universe of debt; the Fed wants weaker economy so they can lower rates. The S&P 500 sets another new, all-time high; Apple, Miscrosoft, & Nvidia are driving the market. There is an...

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Managing Risk and Return with Individual Treasury Bonds

2024-06-12

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Looking to secure a yield? Individual bonds might be the way to go. Managing your portfolio is key - consider risk, return, and hurdle rates. Treasury bonds can be a solid risk hedge. #investing #portfoliomanagement Maximize your investment returns by understanding how to manage your portfolio effectively. In this video, Lance Roberts explains the importance of treasury bonds as a risk hedge. - Managing your own portfolio - Calculating risk and...

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6-12-24 Managing Risk and Return with Individual Treasury Bonds

2024-06-12

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It's Fed Day and Inflation Day: The FOMC meeting commences, and inflation in May cooled a bit. What will the Fed's Dot Plot show? Rate cut expectations are down to just two for this year, and likely not occuring until after the election. How will the Fed loosen QT? Markets set another all time high, marginally. The rally-restest-rally pattern continues. Apple was the big driver on Tuesday with the heralding of "Apple Intelligence." We...

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How the 60/40 Investment Strategy Works for You

2024-06-11

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Timing is key in investing! When people doubt a 60/40 allocation, it's the perfect time to buy. Economic slowdown = lower rates = higher bond prices! 📈💰 #InvestingTips #EconomicStrategy Is the classic 60/40 asset allocation strategy dead? Lance Roberts breaks down why now might be the perfect time to consider this investment mix. - Debunking the myth about the death of 60/40 allocation - Key economic factors influencing interest rates - How a...

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6-11-24 It’s Not 2000. But There Are Similarities.

2024-06-11

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More than a few individuals were active in the markets in 1999-2000, but many participants today were not. Back then, the S&P 500, particularly the Nasdaq, rallied harder each day than the last. Market breadth looked pretty weak, as the big names were soaring, forcing indexers and ETFs to buy them to keep their weightings. The reinforcing positive feedback cycle fueled markets higher day after day. We are now witnessing investors chase anything...

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Rising Unemployment Rate: A Possible Recession Indicator?

2024-06-10

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Unemployment rate hits 4%, trend above 12-month average since start of year. Could this signal a recession? 📈 #economy #unemployment #recession Lance Roberts discusses the significance of the recent unemployment rate trends. Tune in to understand why this could be a crucial economic indicator. - Explanation of the current unemployment rate trends - Comparison with the twelve-month average - Historical context of above-average unemployment...

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6-10-24 Rising Unemployment Rate: A Possible Recession Indicator?

2024-06-10

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Employment Report Headlines are stronger than the underlying data shows; economic activity is slowing, but markets remain upbeat. Markets have been quiet; complacency can lead to unexpected things. Markets tested 20-DMA and rallied; will re-test that level today...again. FOMC Meeting this week + CPI Inflation data could trigger a change: Markets' performance has been predicated on Fed rate cuts. How we get the employment numbers: Data vs surveys....

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Maximize Your HSA Contributions Before Leaving Your Job

2024-06-07

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Maximize your company's health savings account before your severance date to enjoy the benefits of an HSA! Pre-tax withdrawals for qualified expenses. #HealthSavingsAccount #FinanceTips 🏥💰 We discuss the benefits of maximizing your Health Savings Account (HSA) before your severance date. We cover essential points to help you make the most of your HSA while transitioning out of your job. - Importance of maximizing contributions to your HSA. -...

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6-7-24 How to Maximize Your Severance Package

2024-06-07

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Company mergers and layoffs often generate severance packages for exiting employees; did you receive one? Richard Rosso & Danny Ratliff discuss strategies for taking and making the most of your severance package on today's show. Hosted by RIA Advisors Director of Financial Planning, Richard Rosso, CFP, w Senior Financial Advisor, Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Watch today's show video here: -------...

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Small Caps and Mid Caps: Timing Your Investments Post-Economic Slowdown

2024-06-06

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Small caps and mid caps may become favorable investments in the future, especially after a period of slow economic growth or recession when excess stimulus has been absorbed. #investing #economy Are small caps the future of investment opportunities? Join host Lance Roberts as he breaks down the crucial moments to consider for small and mid-cap stocks. - Current state of mid caps and small caps - Earnings performance of small caps - Economic...

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6-6-24 Small Caps and Mid Caps: Timing Your Investments Post-Economic Slowdown

2024-06-06

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D-Day commemorations top the day; ISM report shows a big jump, but input prices and employment weakened. The data does not (yet) support thesis for Recession. Nvidia topped $3-Trillion in market capitalization, surpassing Apple for #2 slot in the S&P. Nvidia is now 3x over its 50-DAM. The coming power grid expansion will offer investing opportunities; how viable are alternative energy investment propositions? What are the implications of...

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Roaring Kitty’s Rise: From $53K to $300M and Possibly $1 Billion

2024-06-05

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Roaring Kitty's wealth skyrocketed from $53,000 to nearly $300 million, possibly reaching $1 billion one day. Not the SEC's favorite, but definitely notorious! #RoaringKitty #Stocks Curious about Roaring Kitty's extraordinary journey in the stock market? Discover how his wealth skyrocketed from $53,000 to nearly $300 million in our latest video. - Roaring Kitty's rise to fame in the financial world. - The ups and downs of his public...

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6-5-24 Could Roaring Kitty’s Wealth Top $1-Billion?

2024-06-05

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Ore weak economic data from the Atlanta Fed; semiconductors are outperforming software stocks, 3:1; look for consolidation in that sector. Domestic stocks are outperforming all other markets. A fairly big correction in Oil Prices over the past few days is now setting up an opportunity for investors to take profits and rebalance energy portfolios, which are by necessity tied to the price of their underlying commodity. Curious about Roaring Kitty's...

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Dangers of Market Timing: Why You Might Lose Out

2024-06-04

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Don't get caught in the trap of trying to predict the market long-term. Focus on what the market is doing today to make money. #InvestingTips #MarketTrends #election2024 📈💰 Are you considering market timing as a strategy? Lance Roberts breaks down the pitfalls and risks of trying to predict the market. - Challenges of predicting market trends months in advance - Consequences of sitting out of the market until a specific event - The trap of...

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6-4-24 Dangers of Market Timing: Why You Might Lose Out

2024-06-04

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Should you wait until after the Presidential Election to invest? Are you considering market timing as a strategy? Lance Roberts breaks down the pitfalls and risks of trying to predict the market: Challenges of predicting market trends months in advance; Consequences of sitting out of the market until a specific event; the trap of waiting for the perfect moment to invest; How market run-ups can leave you behind; The psychological cycle that keeps...

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Deviations From Long-Term Growth Trends Back To Extremes

2024-06-04

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2024-06-04

In 2022, we discussed the market’s deviations from long-term growth trends. That discussion centered on Jeremy Grantham’s commentary about market bubbles.

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