Planning Retirement: Why Counting on 10% Annual Growth Could Be Risky

2024-10-16

The financial media frequently opines on what the daily gyrations of the VIX (implied volatility index) signal regarding investor sentiment. Despite how often it is quoted and discussed, many investors do not truly appreciate what implied volatility measures.

We take this opportunity to help you better understand implied volatility. Furthermore, we discuss other lesser-followed measures of implied volatility that help better assess whether implied VIX readings infer bullish or bearish sentiment. 

The timing of this article is essential as the VIX has been rising alongside the market in a non-typical fashion. With the presidential election in a few weeks, the Fed changing course on monetary policy, and Israel potentially attacking Iranian oil facilities, the increasing level of

2024-10-15

Retail Sales figures should be interesting, as retailers were stocking up ahead of the short-lived dockworkers’ strike. Lance previews Thanksgiving at the Roberts’ house, featuring brisket! Earnings week continues with a string of the most negative earnings revisions in a long while. Markets operating under a seasonal buy signal and an ever-upward trend: What could possibly go wrong? Lance discusses the importance of risk management in a bull market environment. How to lose 100% of your Money? Greed is a necessity fto build wealth; also must be optimistic & willing to take risk. The trouble with trading options: All or nothing proposition. The sad saga of Christopher DeVocht vs RBC and his Tesla investments. Lance explains Means, Mediums, and Modes. The life-changing effects of money:

2024-10-12

Managing capital in a market with quick corrections is challenging. Stay alert as the market consistently rises with minimal #investment opportunities. 💸 #FinancialTips

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2024-08-14

The PPI number came in weaker than expected with lower input prices. Today’s CPI report (a 0.2% monthly increase = 3.2% annual rate) weakness could spur the Fed to lower rates, although to what extent remains unknown. The upcoming Jackson Hole Economic Summit could also provide impetus for the Fed’s action in September. Meanwhile, markets on Tuesday cleared the 100-DMA, and are looking for confirmation at the 50-DMA. Will he or won’t he? Danny’s coaching decision remains to be seen. Why market remain resilient after the sell-off. YouTube Chat Q&A: Dealing with Teacher Retirement Fund taxation & fees; the retirement plan variables: What to do with a 401k at Retirement? How 401k’s killed pensions (a very bad idea). What to do with 401k when changing jobs. Why pensions should go away vs

2024-08-09

A Universal Basic Income (UBI) sounds great in theory. According to a previous study by the Roosevelt Institute, it could permanently increase the U.S. economy by trillions of dollars. While such socialistic policies sound great in theory, history, and data, they aren’t the economic saviors they are touted to be.

What Is A Universal Basic Income (UBI)

To understand why the theory of universal basic income (UBI) is heavily flawed, we need to understand what UBI is.

“Basic income, also called universal basic income (UBI), is a public governmental program for a periodic payment delivered to all citizens of a given population without a means test or work requirement. Basic income can be implemented nationally, regionally, or locally, and is an unconditional income sufficient to meet

2024-06-03

Will the Fed begin cutting rates and restarting monetary accommodation? Such is all that seems to matter. At the same time, investors continue to chase stocks higher based on the current theme. In 2020, it was disrupter stocks. Today, it is artificial intelligence and semiconductor providers. The markets have evolved into a “get rich quick” industry, where Wall Street creates products to fill hungry investors’ demand for the next “hot opportunity.” Such has been a boon for the index ETF industry, financial applications, and trading websites. So the momentum investing issue should be no surprise, given that investors learned to “buy risk” when the Federal Reserve increased monetary accommodation.

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2024-05-30

Bitcoin mining accounts for almost 2% of electricity generation, not significant for grid expansion, but still considerable. AI data centers offer more economic benefits. #Bitcoin #AI #EnergyConsumption

Join Michael Lebowitz as he digs into the nuances of bitcoin mining and its energy consumption. This short segment critiques the productivity and economic benefits of bitcoin mining.
– Bitcoin mining’s energy consumption and its impact on the power grid
– The debate on the economic benefits of bitcoin mining
– Comparison between bitcoin mining and AI data centers
– Statistical insights on bitcoin mining usage
– Introduction to natural gas in the context of energy consumption

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2024-05-29

Understanding inflation: it’s all about supply and demand. Government’s not just printing money but issuing debt. #economics101 #inflation

In this video, Lance Roberts breaks down the basics of inflation and how supply and demand influence its rise and fall. Understand the common misconceptions about inflation and the truth behind money circulation.

– Explanation of inflation using supply and demand principles.

– Impact of a slowing economy and reduced demand on inflation.

– The misconception about government "printing money."

– Relationship between money supply and population growth.

– Reasons why inflation falls as monetary supply declines.

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