Category Archive: 9a.) Real Investment Advice

From the Fed’s next move to the outlook for gold and gold miners, Axel Merk, CEO of Merk Investments, shares with Lance Roberts his take on today’s biggest market risks: The largest jobs revision ever, the Fed’s lagging response, why active management beats passive distortions, and how investors should think about risk, contrarian views, and the role of gold in their portfolios. 0:18 - Introduction of Alex Merk, CEO Merk Investments 2:01 -...

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A correction in September would've set up a healthier base, but if it doesn’t happen soon, the odds of one fade as corporate buybacks return, funds stay underweight, and the seasonal push kicks in – setting $SPY / $QQQ up for a year-end rally. In this Short video, I break it all down for you. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow #StockMarket #YearEndRally #SPY #QQQ #MarketOutlook

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Where should your money go first? Too often, people skip ahead to investing or wealth strategies before laying the right foundation. Richard Rosso and Matt Doyle break down the essential hierarchy of money goals—a clear order of priorities to help you stay on track. From emergency savings and debt reduction to investing, wealth protection, and legacy planning, this framework shows you exactly how to progress step by step. By focusing on the right...

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The Risk Range Report (link below) shows that most sectors have turned bullish. With only a few bearish signals left, the chance of a 20–30% correction is low. In this short video, I show how this tool can help you spot danger before markets turn. 📉 The Risk Range Report: https://simplevisor.com/risk-range-report 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow #StockMarket #MarketCorrection...

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Markets and the Fed keep talking about inflation, but what’s really happening? Lance Roberts previews the upcoming CPI, PPI reports, and real-world data to explain why the official numbers don’t always match what you're feeling. From wages and rents to energy prices--is inflation is truly under control, or just hiding in plain sight. Discover how “disinflation” differs from “deflation,” why Wall Street’s narrative matters for stocks, and what it...

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The market’s rally is not supported by underlying economic data. Weak jobs, disinflation, and slowing demand raise real recession risks. A recession doesn’t necessarily mean a financial crisis or a 50% market crash, but you have to be ready for one. In this short video, I break down what a recession could actually look like. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow #StockMarket #Recession...

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$SPY / $QQQ remain resilient and supported by strong money flows, underweight positioning, and short covering. While an ~8% correction is possible due to stretched valuations and the gap from long-term averages, a major downturn looks unlikely this year. In this short video, Lance Roberts explains what this means for investors. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show: https://www.youtube.com/@TheRealInvestmentShow #MarketCorrection #SPY...

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Are we standing at the edge of a recession? Economic data is showing cracks: slowing job growth, weakening consumer spending, and tightening credit conditions. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve’s policies continue to weigh on growth. In this episode, Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down the key signals flashing caution, what they could mean for corporate earnings and market performance, and how investors should think about risk management in...

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Thinking about buying Bitcoin but not sure of the best approach? You’re not alone. With so many options—crypto exchanges, ETFs, custodians, and even payment apps—the path can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we break down the smartest ways to buy Bitcoin while considering security, fees, custody, and long-term investing strategy. Should you buy directly on an exchange, use a crypto wallet, or stick to regulated investment vehicles like ETFs?...

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NOTE: As of 10:50a CDT YouTube has yet to process this video sufficiently for us to edit or add time codes. We'll revise all of these as soon as YouTube allows. Lance Roberts explores how the rise of passive index funds and ETFs has reshaped markets, leading to higher correlations across asset classes and eroding the traditional benefits of diversification. Once considered the cornerstone of portfolio risk management, diversification now struggles...

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Friday’s jobs report revealed deeper cracks: a multi-month downtrend in employment, quality of hires is deteriorating, etc. Since employment drives growth & earnings, any $SPY / $QQQ pop may be short-lived – disinflation & slowing growth still point to mounting risk for equities. In this short video, I explain why Friday’s data could matter more than you'd think. 📺 Catch me daily on The Real Investment Show:...

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