IFB341: Navigating Stock Market Volatility – A Guide for Beginners
Welcome to another episode of The Investing For Beginners Podcast! I’m your host, Dave, joined by my co-host, Andrew. Today, in Episode 341, we dive into the chaotic world of the stock market and demystify how it often diverges from actual business performance. We bring back the story of Mr. Market, our quintessential persona that […]
How to Deal with Market Volatility with Braden Dennis
Welcome to the Investing for Beginners podcast. In today’s show, we discuss: *We discuss some of the recent market volatility and how to handle it with Braden Dennis of the Canadian Investor Podcast. *Following the business results of a company, over the long-term matter. *When the market is down is the best time to take […]
IFB178: How To Trade Vaccine Volatility
After huge swings gripped the stock market on the announcement of the effectiveness of Pfizer’s vaccine, investors saw certain stocks soar while other stocks (like those with the WFH theme) popped like a defused balloon. In this episode, Dave and Andrew discuss the mindset needed to invest during a time of great market volatility. A […]
The History of Stock Market Volatility in the United States
I’m going to need you to buckle your seatbelts and get ready…this is going to be an extremely bumpy ride as I take you through the history of the major periods of stock market volatility that we have experienced in the last 100 years! So, with that being said, ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! […]
Decoding the Future: A Comprehensive Guide to Expectations Investing
Investing is not just about numbers and charts; it’s about understanding what those numbers represent and how the market interprets them. Expectations Investing by Alfred Rappaport and Michael Mauboussin offers a unique lens to view the investment landscape, focusing on discerning the future financial performance implied by current stock prices. This approach contrasts traditional investment […]
IFB331: 6 Ways to Avoid Buying High and Selling Low
Welcome to The Investing For Beginners Podcast, I’m Dave and with me is Andrew. In episode 331, we’re diving into the crucial role of conviction in investing. Learn why knowing the reason behind your investments can help you stay the course during market volatility and aid in building wealth over time.We’ll share tips on how […]
Back to the Basics: Investment Strategies for Lifecycle Stages
Welcome to The Investing For Beginners Podcast. I’m Dave.Andrew: And I’m Andrew. In today’s episode, ‘B2B,’ we delve into the critical investment stages from initial accumulation to retirement’s harvest.Dave: Understanding the dichotomy between investment and speculation is essential, and we’re here to navigate these sometimes murky waters.Andrew: We’ll examine how astute investments in stalwart companies […]
8 Steps to Decoding Investment Moats
“In business, I look for economic castles protected by unbreachable ‘moats.’” ~ Warren Buffett, 2007 Shareholder Letter Finding companies with competitive advantages or moats are the Goldilocks of investments. Buffett made himself and his shareholders billions from investments in companies such as Coke, American Express, See’s Candies, and Apple. These companies exemplify moats or competitive […]
Navigating the Storm: Understanding Stock Drawdowns
“The real key to making money in stocks is not to get scared out of them.” -Peter Lynch Drawdowns are a part of life for every investor. If you own stocks for the long run, you will experience them at some point. To hold stocks long-term, we must understand drawdowns, their causes, and how to […]
IFB307: Buy When There Is Blood In The Street
Welcome to episode 307 of “The Investing For Beginners Podcast”! In today’s episode, Andrew and Dave will be diving into the topic of buying when there is blood in the street. With recent extreme volatility in the market, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to discuss how this can present an opportunity to […]
