4-15-25 You Don’t Make Money Until You Sell

2025-04-10

There are cracks appearing in the treasury market from the basis trade; what will the Fed do? Lance explains the latest gyrations in markets and the sharp rise in bond yields. Basis trade explained; appears to be at 20X leverage: Is someone getting margin calls and liquidating? Tariffs are not the issue here; will the Fed step in?

Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO
Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer

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Articles mentioned in this report:
"Stupidity And The 5-Laws Not To Follow"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/stupidity-and-the-5-laws-not-to-follow/
"Corporate Yield Spreads Start To Widen"

2025-01-28

Protect your funds from liabilities! Mix pre-tax, post-tax, and after-tax for efficient estate planning. Control taxes and plan ahead! ?? #finance

Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/1e8f96

YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

2025-01-26

Consumer choices impact inflation and economic growth. Buying only necessities could slow down inflation. Interesting insights! ?? #Economics #Inflation

Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/b35016

YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

2025-01-25

Ever wondered why 2% inflation is the target? It’s all about the numbers! Check out this explanation. #economics #inflation #finance

Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/55daaa

YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

2025-01-24

The latest BLS and Cleveland Fed release of their quarterly new tenant rent index was lower by 2.43% year over year and over 5% from the prior quarter. The sharp rate of decline was surprising. Moreover, the update gives us more confidence that inflation is heading toward the Fed’s 2% target. Unlike CPI shelter prices, …

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2025-01-23

Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz discuss the recent strong correlation between the appreciating dollar and rising yields and the reasons for the relationship, covering the US Dollar Impact on Economy, Global Currency Trends for 2025, and
Dollar Strength and Investments. Lance & Mike will also touch on Foreign Exchange Markets Analysis and USD vs Global Currencies.

Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager, Michael Lebowitz, CFA
Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer
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Articles mentioned in this report:
"It’s the Dollar, Stupid!"
https://realinvestmentadvice.com/resources/blog/its-the-dollar-stupid/
"Are Return Expectations For 2025 Too High?"
https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCXVMMgEidXlrTM1coedg70A/livestreaming
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2024-11-17

Planning for retirement before Medicare age? ? Main concern often is medical expenses in the gap. How do you plan to cover it? #retirementplanning"

Watch the entire show here: https://cstu.io/863a99

YouTube channel = @ TheRealInvestmentShow

2024-11-13

It’s Inflation Day: Expectations are for a .3% print for October (the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported CPI rising.2%, and up 2.6% over the past 12-months). Remember, it’s only a guess; why inflation is destined to rise. Stocks remain over-bought; watch for pre-Thanksgiving volatility; more than half in our Twitter poll sees the S&P at 6,200 by EOY. Why are investors expecting more rate cuts in 2025? Lance & Danny present an Annuity Primer: Why most annuities are sold, not planned for; Lance’s Three Rules for Annuities; the different annuity types. Annuities often sacrifice liquidity; protect yourself from yourself. Why annuities are not for everyone. How to win: Out-live the actuarial table!

3:15 – Inflation Day Expectations
14:51 – The Annuity Primer, Pt.1 – Why Most Annuities are