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Market Declines And The Problem Of Time

2024-09-20

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2024-09-20

When stock markets rise, the bullish narrative tends to dominate, overlooking the potential impact of market declines. This oversight stems from two main problems: a basic misunderstanding of math and time’s critical role in investing. Every year, I receive the following chart as a counterargument when discussing the importance of managing risk during a portfolio’s life cycle. The chart shows that while the average bull market advance is 149%, the...

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Nvidia: Why Goldman Sachs Calls It The Most Important Company in the Market

2024-09-20

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Big news on Nvidia's earnings! 🚀 According to Goldman Sachs, Nvidia is the most important company in the market right now. AI focus is key! #Nvidia #AI Watch the entire show here: &t=2083s YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-19-24 What Does the Fed’s 50-bps Rate Cut Mean for Your Money?

2024-09-19

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The markets were right: The Federal Reserve cut interest rates by a half percent on Wednesday, and markets initially climbed, then sold off to end negative for the day. But after pondering overnight, market futures indicated a strong start to Thursday's trading day. If markets rally and hold through Friday, they will be set to hit all time highs, once again. Will we see rotation into other sectors as a by product? The Fed is trying to position...

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Don’t Chase Performance: The Key to Long-Term Investment Success

2024-09-18

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Focus on more than just performance! Comparing yourself to others will only lead to unhappiness. Quality service is key! 🌟 #InvestingTips Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/adb451 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-18-24 Fed Rate Decision 2024: Boom or Bust for Your Investments?

2024-09-18

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Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff discuss the potential outcomes of the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision and how it could impact inflation, market trends, and your portfolio in 2024. Stay ahead of the market by understanding the key indicators to watch and strategies for navigating possible volatility. Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Senior Financial Advisor Danny Ratliff, CFP Produced by...

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Trump Or Harris: Corporate Tax Winners And Losers

2024-09-18

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2024-09-18

Not surprisingly, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are taking opposite approaches to modifying the corporate tax code. If enacted, both proposals would significantly impact corporate profits and, thus, share prices.

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Investing Wisdom: Why Rebalancing Your Portfolio Is Crucial

2024-09-17

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Skate to where the puck is going, not where it's been 🏒 Wise words for investing! Consider taking profits and rebalancing risk for the future. #InvestingTips Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/4e6c52 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-17-24 Momentum Investing Gives You An Edge, Until It Doesn’t

2024-09-17

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Today marks the start of the FOMC meeting, to be concluded with the latest interest rate announcement. Markets' expectations are for a half-percent cut; could a quarter-percent cut create disappointment on Wall Street? Microsoft announces and increase in its dividend payment (very different from a stock buy back). Kamala Harris' plans to raise taxes on corporations is in fact an crease in taxes on consumers; corporations are tax collectors for the...

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Momentum Investing Gives You An Edge, Until It Doesn’t

2024-09-17

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2024-09-17

Since 2020, momentum investing has generated significantly better returns than other strategies. Such is not surprising, given the massive amounts of stimulus injected into the financial system. However, Brett Arends for Marketwatch noted in 2021 that momentum investing can give you an edge.

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The Shift from Fresh Food to Processed Meals in Modern Households

2024-09-16

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Reflecting on the shift in US households from fresh food to sugary, lower quality options. Times have changed. #food #health #family Watch the entire show here: https://www.youtube.com/live/VG5OqhPFss4?si=gV8CSTgQfOyrEfMA YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-16-24 Market Risks We Are Watching

2024-09-16

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It's Fed week, and many are predicting a 60% chance the FOMC will drop rates by a half percent; elections are drawing nearer: How will markets behave? (Why the polls are never right) Markets' 4% loss two weeks ago followed by 4% recovery last week; reversal days tend to mark bottoms, but not always. Last weeks' reversal was very bullish, but that doesn't mean we cannot have another correction. One risk is oil prices. XLE is over sold. The three...

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Social Security Concerns Rise Amid Government Delay: What It Means for Americans

2024-09-15

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Government delays? Social Security concerns? 💸 Check out this clip discussing the impact on Americans. #SocialSecurity #Government #FinancialSecurity 🇺🇸 Watch the entire show here: https://www.youtube.com/live/VG5OqhPFss4?si=gV8CSTgQfOyrEfMA YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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AI Chip Impact: How Nvidia Profits Differ from Other Industries

2024-09-15

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AI is transforming industries! Companies like Google, Apple, Amazon are leveraging it to boost profits. Will all succeed? #AI #Innovation Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/83dfbb YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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Finding the Next Nvidia: Exploring Future AI Investment Opportunities

2024-09-14

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🚀 Exciting times ahead with new technology and AI companies emerging! 🌟 Keep an eye out for the next big player in the market. #TechTrends #AI #Innovation Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/eabc12 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-13-24 How to Create a Retirement Blueprint

2024-09-13

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Today's show is a preview of tomorrow's live presentation in The Woodlands, Tx. by Richard Rosso & Danny Ratliff, but first a review of the markets: It's all about the Fed, and the grate debate is about rate. How much will they cut, and how many times? Watch for elevated volatility heading into the election; a divided-congress yields the best environment for markets. Who will have the best policies for the economy? What will your retirement...

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Labor Market Impact On The Stock Market

2024-09-13

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2024-09-13

The August jobs report highlighted a critical reality: the labor market is cooling off. While the headline figures seemed decent, the underlying data reveals clear warning signs that worker demand is slowing. Investors should pay attention because the link between employment and its impact on the economy and the market is undeniable. While often overlooked, as we will discuss, there is an undeniable link between economic activity and corporate...

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Financial Growth: Key Tax Reduction Methods

2024-09-12

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Don't worry about paying taxes, focus on growing your money smartly! Learn how to mitigate taxes and avoid financial mistakes. 💰 #MoneyManagement Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/7da0c2 YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

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9-12-24 Did Inflation Change the Fed’s Outlook?

2024-09-12

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Inflation eased to new three-year lows, teeing up the Fed to begin gradually reducing interest rates at a meeting next week. But will they? Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer ------- Register for our Retirement Blueprint presentation: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/993906249347?aff=oddtdtcreator ------- Articles mentioned in...

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Understanding Fluctuations and Trends in Economic Data Interpretation

2024-09-12

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📊 Economic data can fluctuate monthly. Focus on trends for a clearer picture! 💼💡 #EconomicTrends #InflationInsights #StayInformed Learn more: Subscribe to our YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/24d87e

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9-11-24 What’s Really Behind Stock Market Volatility (and how you should strategize)

2024-09-11

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Today marks the 23rd anniversary of the World Trade Center attacks; it's Inflation Day and post-Debate day. Market volatility tends to increase prior to Presidential elections; why policy matters. CPI is expected to show a .2% increase (it's ALWAYS expected at .2%!) Oil prices are a function of supply & demand. CPI will most impact markets today, and factor into the Fed's rate decision next week. Volatility is the big market driver. What...

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