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The Investing for Beginners Podcast - Your Path to Financial Freedom

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  • We make the complicated stock market simple. We show you how to take advantage of the emotions in the market with lessons from successful strategies such as value investing and dividend growth investing, with a few elements of growth investing and trend following.
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  • Back to Basics: Portfolio Sizing and Diversification Strategies

    Back to Basics: Portfolio Sizing and Diversification Strategies
    May 2 2024
    Dave: Welcome, listeners, to The Investing For Beginners Podcast. Today's discussion, "Back to the Basics" delves into the intricacies of portfolio sizing and diversification. Andrew: We'll explore traditional and contemporary thoughts on portfolio structure, the role of diversification, and the influence of market trends on investment choices. Dave: Plus, insights on position sizing: when to start small, when to increase, and how to manage your investments within your circle of competence. Andrew: We'll be sharing our own portfolio experiences, addressing the balance between knowledge and market unpredictability. Dave: Join us for this and future episodes as we guide you through the investment landscape with a margin of safety as your compass. 00:00 Build diversified portfolio, balance exposure, avoid risk. 04:59 Manageable portfolio size: 15-20 companies, 5% per stock. 08:00 Consider portfolio diversity, own what you understand. 12:10 Portfolio strategy: comfort, familiarity, and company growth. 14:11 Suggest considering concentration versus smaller position sizes. 18:05 Diversified portfolio aiming for around 25 companies. 21:05 Unsure about investing, knowledge may hinder decisions. 24:33 Being aware of market trends is crucial. 26:42 Be aware of IPOs like DoorDash's. 30:34 Knowledge leads to bigger investment opportunity. 33:00 Have a great week, talk to you! Today's show is brought to you by: Go to monarchmoney.com/BEGINNERS for an extended 30 day free trial! For more insight like this into investing and stock selection for beginners, visit stockmarketpdf.com Find great investments at Value Spotlight Have questions? Send them to newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com DCF Demystified Link SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • IFB344: Understanding Business Cycles and Fundamentals

    IFB344: Understanding Business Cycles and Fundamentals
    Apr 29 2024
    Welcome to episode 344 of The Investing For Beginners Podcast. I'm your host Dave, joined as always by Andrew. Today, we're diving deep into investment strategies tailored for beginners and seasoned investors alike. Our focus takes a sharp turn towards industries that are often overlooked due to pessimism but may offer valuable opportunities for the mean-reverting cyclical trends. 00:00 Beginner's podcast praised, planning brokerage investments, seeking advice. 04:31 Buy partial shares; bypass need for full shares. 07:05 Buy more shares of familiar, strong companies. 10:22 Simplicity in stock screening can yield ideas. 13:15 Choose low-expense index funds for better returns. 17:32 Common stock valuation metrics depend on context. 19:52 Understanding insurance terms is crucial for valuation. 24:47 Buying in pessimistic industry, reversion to mean. 28:29 Read financials, analyze earnings calls for insight. 29:19 Encouraging thanks for questions, keep sending them. Today's episode is brought to you by: Go to monarchmoney.com/BEGINNERS for an extended 30 day free trial! For more insight like this into investing and stock selection for beginners, visit stockmarketpdf.com Find great investments at Value Spotlight Have questions? Send them to newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com DCF Demystified Link SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
  • Back to Basics: Identifying Value Traps and Bankruptcy Signals

    Back to Basics: Identifying Value Traps and Bankruptcy Signals
    Apr 25 2024
    Welcome to a new episode of The Investing For Beginners Podcast where we continue our engaging Back to the Basics series. Join us every Thursday for insightful discussions on foundational investment topics. This week, we dive into the murky waters of bankruptcies and value traps, helping you navigate these treacherous scenarios in the investing world. Hosts Dave and Andrew, our resident bankruptcy expert, bring their knowledge to the forefront, illuminating what bankruptcy really means for investors, how to spot value traps, and strategies to protect your portfolio from total loss. Whether it's assessing interest coverage ratios or scrutinizing revenue trends, they're here to provide the tools you need to invest with a margin of safety. 00:00 Stock ownership risky, bondholders get priority in bankruptcy. 03:44 Enron scandal's impact on stock market fears. 09:00 Debt management crucial for company financial health. 10:57 Interest coverage ratio measures company's ability to pay. 14:12 High dividend yield, declining revenues, negative earnings. 18:11 GameStop and Macy's face declining revenue. 20:49 Start with simple rules, then dive deeper. 23:22 Develop checklist for better investment decision-making. Today's show is sponsored by: Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/INVESTING For more insight like this into investing and stock selection for beginners, visit stockmarketpdf.com Find great investments at Value Spotlight Have questions? Send them to newsletter@einvestingforbeginners.com DCF Demystified Link SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
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