Economy 101: The Fed, Money Supply, Debt, Inflation, and Deflation
I am now a few years into my investing journey and while I feel like I have a pretty good grasp on what sort of quantitative and qualitative data I should be looking for in a company, it dawned on me that I don’t have as good of a grasp of just high-level economic data […]
Economics 101: Macro vs. Micro Economics
Understanding the basic concepts of economics is critical to making smart investment decisions both at the stock-picking level and also at the portfolio asset allocation level. There are two major fields of economics; microeconomics and macroeconomics, and the laws of supply and demand play a factor in both which we will discuss as well. Microeconomics […]
The Effects of Inflation and Its Role on the Economy and Your Money
We’re living in super uncertain times right now and if you’re anything like me, you’re likely wondering about how all of this coronavirus and stimulus responses will not only impact the country, but also yourself specifically. One very likely outcome is that we might see some serious inflation and if so, what really are the […]
IFB151: Economy Basics Pt3 – Government Debt, Fiscal, and Trade Deficits
Announcer (00:00): You’re tuned in to the Investing for Beginners podcast. Finally, step by step premium investment guidance for beginners led by Andrew Sather and Dave Ahern. To decode industry jargon, silence crippling confusion and help you overcome emotions by looking at the numbers. Your path to financial freedom starts now. New Speaker (00:36): Welcome […]
IFB46: Back to the Basics Pt 4: Investing 101 and Compound Interest
This is part 4 of the 5 episode “Back to the Basics” series from The Investing for Beginners Podcast. Each episode covers the fundamentals of the stock market and investing to provide a solid foundation for those who are looking to compound their wealth over time. Here are the links to each of the episodes: Back […]
7 Insightful Keynes Quotes about Economics and the Stock Market
John Maynard Keynes was a British economist who really changed the thought process on macroeconomics over time, and as you might expect with any great mind, there are always going to be some great quotes to live by, so let’s checkout these 7 insightful Keynes Quotes! But first – who is John Maynard Keynes? Keynes […]
Top Financial Twitter Accounts to Follow for the ‘Roaring’ 2020s
If you’re like me, which I hope that you are not for your own sake, then you get most of your worldly information from Twitter. For better or for worse, that also includes any investing information, so let me share my favorite top financial twitter accounts! I’ve previously talked about some awesome Instagram accounts, YouTube […]
The Complete History of Credit: From Ancient Times to the FICO Score
Credit is essential to modern finance, shaping economies and personal financial opportunities. It’s a concept as old as civilization, evolving alongside human societies to become a cornerstone of economic activity. Credit remains a controversial topic today and in the past. It has driven society forward, but at what cost? It offers benefits and costs, but […]
Introduction to the Credit Rating Agencies
Introduction to Credit Rating Agencies Credit rating agencies play an important role in the global financial landscape. They assess the creditworthiness of corporations, sovereign nations, and municipal governments, influencing how daily billions of dollars are loaned and invested. Understanding how agencies like Moody’s, Standard & Poor’s, and Fitch operate can help you make better financial […]
8 Top Investing Podcasts to Actually Become a Better Investor in 2025
The growing medium of podcasts is one of the best — if not the best — free resources to help you become a better investor. Podcasts allow you to focus on whatever part of financial markets you want. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned pro, podcasts offer high-quality education in an easy-to-consume format, […]
