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InvestTalk

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Navigating today's global economy and deciphering investment choices can be an intricate endeavor. The influx of opinions and ever-shifting financial data adds to the challenge. For those committed to success, staying informed through market education and unbiased guidance is paramount.

This realization has led an increasing number of individuals to integrate KPP Financial's 'InvestTalk' radio program and podcast into their investment strategies.

InvestTalk, a daily program, delves into a range of pertinent investment subjects while addressing listener queries. Powered by KPP Financial in Irvine, California, the show/podcast is hosted by KPP Owner Justin Klein and Portfolio Manager Luke Guerrero.

No investment inquiry is off-limits. Are your assets properly diversified? How can you optimize your 401(k) management? What implications do economic shifts have on real estate?

Spread the word among your friends and family. They can access timely responses to these and numerous other financial and investment queries in each episode of InvestTalk, airing every weekday. Learn more at InvestTalk.com.

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02-07-20: Report: Treasury's Mnuchin: U.S. GDP May Fall Short Of 3% This Year

February 08, 2020 00:54 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says he’s expecting U.S. economic growth under 3% in 2020 and he is citing his reasons.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Global QE, Economic Numbers, Jobs Report, SAMG - Silvercrest Asset Management Group Inc. Cl A, PEG - Public Service Enterprise Group Inc., Capital Gaines & Taxes, KHC - Kraft Heinz Co., The KPP Newsletter, Hedging, HON - Honeywell International Inc.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "How MANY IPOs in total were there in the United States from 1999 to 2...

02-06-20: Report: Coronavirus Outbreak Making It Difficult For Chinese Investors To Buy U.S. Real Estate

February 07, 2020 01:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

Chinese nationals account for nearly 20% of foreign buyers of American real estate-- and transactions are declining.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Dividends or Buybacks, Commercial Real Estate, Spousal I-R-A, Real Estate Market, CGC - Canopy Growth Corp., MMM - 3M Co., KR - Kroger Co., XOM - Exxon Mobil Corp., ETN - Eaton Corp. PLC, KBWY - Invesco KBW Premium Yield Equity REIT ETF, REITs, MSFT - Microsoft Corp., BGS - B&G Foods Inc. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code T...

02-05-20: Opinion: A Value Investor's View Of Market Dynamics And Potential Dislocations

February 06, 2020 00:57 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Equities saw strong 2019 performances across the globe, so the big question for investors is whether the bullish momentum can continue.   Today's Stocks & Topics: CTSH - Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp., Cracks in the Economy, GILD - Gilead Sciences Inc., Amazon's Value, ARLP - Alliance Resource Partners L.P., Balancing Finances and Life, DD - DuPont de Nemours Inc., SNAP - Snap Inc., Market Correction, Diversification.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "In total, how many cars has Tesla produc...

02-04-20: Opinion: Low Interest Rates Are The Economy's "Unsung Hero"

February 05, 2020 00:51 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

In 1981, 10-year Treasury bills paid an interest rate of 16%-- but today they are at 2%.   Today's Stocks & Topics: FANG - Diamondback Energy Inc., Social Security, Mortgage Rates, ISM Manufacturing Index, ABBV - AbbVie Inc., Coronavirus & The Stock Market, VERU - Veru Inc., Normalizing Earnings, RIG - Transocean Ltd., XLNX - Xilinx Inc., HT - Hersha Hospitality Trust Cl A, XOM - Exxon Mobil Corp.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "What are the world's top 5 market indexes by valuation-- and is the...

02-03-20: Only One Generation Is Less Prepared For Retirement Than They Were Two Years Ago

February 04, 2020 00:55 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

What can a financially strapped "Gen Xer" do to get on track?   Today's Stocks & Topics: Coronavirus & The Stock Market, SHAK - Shake Shack Inc. Cl A, UBER - Uber Technologies Inc., Put/Call Ratio, JKS - JinkoSolar Holding Co. Ltd. ADR, DT - Dynatrace Inc., BGS - B&G Foods Inc., Cash Investing, 5G. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com...

01-31-20: Survey: 90% Of Americans Say Money Concerns Impact Their Stress Levels

February 01, 2020 00:56 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

In today's strong economy, more than 40% of survey respondents wish they could have a ‘fresh’ financial start.   Today's Stocks & Topics: 4th Quarter GDP, Brexit, Prop. 13, CVX - Chevron Corp., Consumer Sentiment, RIG - Transocean Ltd., Stock Search Engine, NEE - NextEra Energy Inc., JKS - JinkoSolar Holding Co. Ltd. ADR, DT - Dynatrace Inc., PFE - Pfizer Inc., TGT - Target Corp., Super Bowl Favorite Food by State.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "What is the average NFL team worth--and HOW and W...

01-30-20: CBO Predicts: U.S. National Debt To Rise To $31.4 Trillion By 2030

January 31, 2020 00:54 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

The gap between spending and revenue will continue to widen and would dampen economic growth over time-- possibly hitting 180% of GDP.   Today's Stocks & Topics: KLA - CKLA Corp., Cut downs if You Want to Be Rich, Bear Market Coming, Economic Numbers, Coronavirus, HDLV - ETRACS Monthly Pay 2xLeveraged US High Dividend Low Volatility ETN, I-R-A, QCOM - Qualcomm Inc., PCG - PG&E Corp., BABA - Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "What was the total DOLLAR volume among Sup...

01-29-20: Analyst: The First Stock Market Correction Since October Has Begun

January 30, 2020 00:58 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

One strategist believes any slump may be limited due to Federal Reserve actions.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Housing Market, Becoming and Investor Adviser, T - AT&T Inc., SLB - Schlumberger Ltd., IRM - Iron Mountain Inc., ETFs for Beginner Investment, Presidential Election, ITHAX - Hartford Capital Appreciation Fund A, Goals for Retirement. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com A...

01-28-20: Opinion: 12 Deadly Sins To Avoid When Saving For Retirement

January 29, 2020 00:55 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

To improve your investment results, eliminate serious financial transgressions like negligence and imprudence.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Global Real Estate, Fed Meeting, A Million Dollars, XOM - Exxon Mobil Corp., Coronavirus, 401k, SBGL - Sibanye-Stillwater Ltd. ADR, CBRE - CBRE Group Inc. Cl A, FIVG - Defiance Next Gen Connectivity ETF, SH - ProShares Short S&P 500. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check o...

01-27-20: By Age Group, How Much Money Have Americans Saved For Retirement?

January 28, 2020 00:55 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

A new survey says most Americans want to retire by 67 and many people fall far short of what they'll need-- so what can they do?   Today's Stocks & Topics: Impact of Coronavirus, Kobe Bryant's Business Empire, COG - Cabot Oil & Gas Corp., Money Creation, Capping Yields, TWTR - Twitter Inc., 401k. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/b...

01-24-20: Millennials Are Way Behind On Home Ownership

January 25, 2020 00:54 - 46 minutes - 43 MB

Compared with the "baby boomer" generation, Millennials own a fraction of the real estate their predecessors owned at the same point in their lives.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Dividend Yield, Earnings, KR - Kroger Co., Paying Loans, Portfolio Re-balancing, PEGI - Pattern Energy Group Inc., FICO Scores, HIIQ - Health Insurance Innovations Inc. Cl A, NVTA - Invitae Corp.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline, Treasury Yields and Bitcoin. Our Sponso...

01-23-20: $14 Billion Fund Manager: Stock Market Similarities To 2018 Might Signal Wave Of Volatility And A Correction

January 24, 2020 00:50 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

According to his research, the S&P 500 has not fallen by more than 1% in 70 trading days and bad news could trigger a wave of volatility.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Growth vs. Value, World Economic Forum Meeting, Cutting Health Care Cost, New Investor, Housing Market, S - Sprint Corp., TSLA - Tesla Inc., MPW - Medical Properties Trust Inc., TEN - Tenneco Inc. Cl A, Sectors, INTC - Intel Corp. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.ros...

01-22-20: In 2020, Should Investors Stay On The Sidelines And Hold Cash?

January 23, 2020 00:54 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

A billionaire investor thinks a recession is unlikely this year and that investors should look beyond the coming presidential election.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Social Security, Class Action Lawsuits, Super Bowl Tickets, WEN - Wendy's Co., Housing Market, OXY - Occidental Petroleum Corp., Savings Account, SCHO - Schwab Short-Term U.S. Treasury ETF, XOM - Exxon Mobil Corp., 5G, FIVG - Defiance Next Gen Connectivity ETF, ADES - Advanced Emissions Solutions Inc., Credit Card Balances, SEC...

01-21-20: Report: Manufacturers Will Spend $26 Billion To ‘Upskill’ And Hold Workers in 2020

January 22, 2020 00:57 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

In a historically tight labor market with millions of unfilled positions, a skills gap is plaguing the manufacturing industry.   Today's Stocks & Topics: BIIB - Biogen Inc., ENB - Enbridge Inc., C - Citigroup Inc., OPRA - Opera Ltd. ADR, VB - Vanguard Small-Cap ETF, ALLY - Ally Financial Inc., Social Security, OPRA - Opera Ltd. ADR, Euro-stocks, BA - Boeing Co., EADSY - Airbus SE ADR, People Moving Out of New York, California and other states.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "In 2020, how many ho...

01-20-20 - ENCORE Presentation from 12-19-19 - The S&P 500 Is Within Striking Distance Of Its Best Year Since 1997

January 20, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

According to Dow-Jones Market Data, the large-cap index must add another 1.8% to surpass 2013's performance and thus beat 1997-- which had a 31% gain.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Volatility, The Weak Dollar, Real Estate, Uniform Gifts to Minors. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

01-17-20: Opinion: Big Changes Are Coming To Health Care In 2020

January 18, 2020 01:24 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

The cost of health care affects every American and new trends are on the way in this sector. Today's Stocks & Topics: PINS - Pinterest Inc., Dividend Yield, SNAP - Snap Inc., 401k, CCL - Carnival Corp., Bankers Returning to Bad Lending Practice, Hottest Home-buying Market, QCOM - Qualcomm Inc., GOLD - Barrick Gold Corp. TRIVIA QUESTION: "For 2019, what was the average FICO credit score in the United States-- and which generation had the highest credit scores?"   Plus: Key Benchmark ...

01-16-20: Survey Says: 75% Of People Consider Themselves Financially Savvy-- Yet Know They Make Mistakes

January 17, 2020 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Budgeting blunders, such as impulse purchases, are typical occurrences-- so how can you improve your habits?   Today's Stocks & Topics: Mergers, Housing Market, Gold ETFs, Silver, VIX - CBOE Volatility Index, BABA - Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR, BIDU - Baidu Inc. ADR, Retirement Funds, Technical Analysis, Bullish and Bearish Consolidation, Topping, Basing, ARR - Armour Residential REIT Inc., Saving for Retirement. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a gre...

01-15-20: Could A U.S.-China Trade Deal Boost Certain Groups of Exchange-Traded Funds?

January 16, 2020 01:11 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MB

U.S.-listed emerging market ETFs pulled in more than $1 billion in late December, and are typically helped by positive news on the trade front.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Trade Deal with China, Elon Musk, WATT - Energous Corp., TVIX – Velocity Shares Daily 2x VIX Short Term ETN, Buying Opportunity, Streaming Wars, ACB - Aurora Cannabis Inc., Hedge Fund, Housing Market, BAC - Bank of America Corp.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "In which year did the United States first implement its INCOME TAX? ...

01-14-20: Opinion: Looking Ahead This Decade Will Be A "Roaring Twenties" For Stocks

January 15, 2020 00:54 - 46 minutes - 42.1 MB

A noted economist says the economy and stocks are set to perform well for investors.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Apple & Cash, Housing, Happiest Country, Quantitative Easing – QE, BA - Boeing Co., Mortgages, Federal Reserve Buying Bonds, IAU - iShares Gold Trust, REGN - Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc., VRTX - Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc., 529 Plan.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "5 super companies make up a LARGE PERCENTAGE of the total value of the S&P 500. Can you name the companies-- and do you ...

01-13-20: In Many Areas, Renting Is More Affordable Than Buying And There Is A Common Factor

January 14, 2020 01:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

Buying a home is the more affordable option in only 53% of housing markets across the U.S.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Budget Deficit, 401k Expectations, ANET - Arista Networks Inc., LUV - Southwest Airlines Co., Real Estate Timing, HAL - Halliburton Co., Recession, Sectors, SLB - Schlumberger Ltd. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/...

01-10-20: Survey: 77% Of Corporate CFOs Say The Economy Will Slow And The Stock Market Is Overvalued

January 11, 2020 00:55 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

Chief financial officers surveyed by Deloitte said the economy will slow in 2020, though few expect a recession.   Today's Stocks & Topics: What Should You Do If Stocks Fall, Best State To Retire To, Mortgages, AAPL - Apple Inc., Brexit, Growth Stocks vs. Value Stocks, AMD - Advanced Micro Devices Inc., NOK - Nokia Corp. ADR.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline and Treasury Yields.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "How many films-- in total-- has Disney p...

01-09-20: Opinion: How A Trump Win In 2020 Could Reshape Housing Markets Across America

January 10, 2020 00:57 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

Analysts say the 2016 presidential election may have influenced home-building activity in some areas more than others.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Tech Stocks, Time To Be Bullish And Extremely Cautious, Taco Bell Announcement, Investing with Family Members, TGT - Target Corp., DPW - DPW Holdings Inc., 529 Plan, Oil Prices, Safe Investing in Gold, GDX - VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF, GLD - SPDR Gold Shares, FMCC - Freddie Mac.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "What are the Top 10 global names as ra...

01-08-20: Survey: 70% of American Investors Wish They Had Handled Money Differently In 2019

January 09, 2020 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.2 MB

Deciding how much to invest is a highly individualized process that depends on personal goals and risk tolerance.   Today's Stocks & Topics: IDLV - Invesco S&P International Developed Low Volatility ETF, MOS - Mosaic Co., NTR - Nutrien Ltd., After Hours Trading, Is the Market Overvalue?, UN - Unilever N.V. ADR, HBI - Hanesbrands Inc., Tight Labor Market.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "How did the markets react following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in December of 1941--- and after Presid...

01-07-20: Opinion: How To Play Stocks During Increased Volatility Sparked By U.S.-Iran Tensions

January 08, 2020 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

Is it time for investors to call upon predetermined exit points to cut losses short and weigh portfolio risks?   Today's Stocks & Topics: Age Discrimination, Cash or I-R-A, JAZZ - Jazz Pharmaceuticals PLC, Investing, Housing & Retirement, GDX - VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF, TSLA - Tesla Inc. Economic Numbers.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "If you had invested $1,000 in Amazon on the FIRST day of trading back in 1997-- and let your investment ride--what would it be worth today?" Our Sponsors:...

01-06-20: Private Equity’s Record $1.5 Trillion Cash Pile Comes With A New Set Of Challenges

January 07, 2020 00:55 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

The flush of cash means more competition for the same deals but it could push up valuations.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Gold, Tech Stocks, Reverse Mortgages, KARS – Krane Shares Electric Vehicles & Future Mobility Index ETF, DRIV - Global X Autonomous & Electric Vehicles ETF, TSLA - Tesla Inc., AAPL - Apple Inc., 401k, CGC - Canopy Growth Corp., CRON - Cronos Group Inc., MJ - ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF, Market Evaluation, LMT - Lockheed Martin Corp., VCSH - Vanguard Short-Term Corpora...

01-03-20: Give Up These 5 Things To Become Debt-Free in 2020

January 04, 2020 00:57 - 45 minutes - 41.7 MB

People need to think ‘long game' because eliminating debt is a marathon that’s won through discipline and consistency.   Today's Stocks & Topics: China, Buying a Home in 2020, Best Job with Zero Experience, Dividends, KHC - Kraft Heinz Co., Stock Prices, ZBRA - Zebra Technologies Corp. Cl A, DIV - Global X Super Dividend U.S. ETF, The KPP Premium Newsletter, Gold, Investing in Weapons, BILI - Bilibili Inc. ADR, Number One Country to Retire. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and us...

01-02-20: Opinion: Five Things That Could Go Wrong To Nullify The U.S. Economic Expansion In 2020

January 03, 2020 01:11 - 46 minutes - 42.7 MB

The economy is in a good place, but risks abound, from a stock market reversal to geopolitical issues.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Retirement Crisis, Manufacturing, Amazon & FedEx, AMC - AMC Entertainment Holding Inc. Cl A, Selling Stocks Too Early, BYND - Beyond Meat Inc., ILPT - Industrial Logistics Properties Trust, GEO - GEO Group Inc., BGS - B&G Foods Inc., SPG - Simon Property Group Inc., WELL - Welltower Inc., EWU - iShares MSCI United Kingdom ETF. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosett...

01-01-20: ENCORE - Some of The Best InvestTalk Calls #3

January 01, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Today's Stocks & Topics: Roth I-R-A, IPOs, Stock Investing, Brokers, Gold, 401k, Bonds, Treasury Bonds, ETFs, Companies Buying Back Stocks, Financial Advisors vs. Planners, Trading, Starting a Hedge Fund, Investing, College Savings Plans, Warrants, Dividends, Stock Evaluation, Retirement. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Priva...

01-01-20: Some of The Best InvestTalk Calls 03

January 01, 2020 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

Today's Stocks & Topics: Roth I-R-A, IPOs, Stock Investing, Brokers, Gold, 401k, Bonds, Treasury Bonds, ETFs, Companies Buying Back Stocks, Financial Advisors vs. Planners, Trading, Starting a Hedge Fund, Investing, College Savings Plans, Warrants, Dividends, Stock Evaluation, Retirement.

12-31-19: ENCORE - The S&P 500 Is Within Striking Distance Of Its Best Year Since 1997

December 31, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

According to Dow-Jones Market Data, the large-cap index must add another 1.8% to surpass 2013's performance and thus beat 1997-- which had a 31% gain.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Volatility, The Weak Dollar, Real Estate, Uniform Gifts to Minors. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12-30-19: What Role Should Value Stocks Play In Your Equity Portfolios?

December 31, 2019 01:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

A trend in recent months has demonstrated a resurgent performance for so-called "value" stocks.   Today's Stocks & Topics: DGX - Quest Diagnostics Inc., Bull Markets, Roth I-R-A, SKT - Tanger Factory Outlet Centers Inc., Retirement Plans, TSLA - Tesla Inc., Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities – TIPS, TIP - iShares TIPS Bond ETF, Real Estate, Bonds. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www...

12-27-19: Why Filing Your Income Tax Return May Never Be The Same

December 28, 2019 01:18 - 44 minutes - 40.7 MB

America's 'Tax Cuts and Jobs Act' created a series of big changes that could affect your tax bill. Today's Stocks & Topics: 529 Plan?, Asset allocation?, BIG - Big Lots Inc., IRA?, Retirement funds?, How to invest without a stock broker?; Steve's NEWSLETTER highlights. Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline and Treasury Yields. TRIVIA QUESTION: "For the S&P 500, positive return years sometimes follow negative years-- but not always... do you remember a...

12-26-19: First Time In 11 Years: More BofA Clients Buy Single Stocks Than ETFs

December 27, 2019 00:50 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

According to one measurement from Bank of America, the shift to passive investing from active is slowing down.   Today's Stocks & Topics: New Year Changes, Investing and Savings, The Santa Claus Rally, QCOM - Qualcomm Inc., Holiday Retail Sales, VZ - Verizon Communications Inc., Debt, Building a Portfolio, VTR - Ventas Inc., Dividends, FCAU - Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Che...

12-25-19: Some of The Best Investtalk Calls #2

December 25, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

Today's Stocks & Topics: I-R-A, ETFs, Mutual Funds, 401k, 200 Day Moving Average, Insurance, Rebuilding After Bankruptcy, Roth I-R-A, Fiancial Analysis, Young Investor, Mutual Funds vs. ETFs, Unusual Expectations, Over the Counter Stocks, Long-Short Mutual Funds, When to Sell, I-Bonds, Income Production Vehicles, Equity, Investing for Kids.

12-25-19: Some of The Best InvestTalk Calls #2

December 25, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MB

Today's Stocks & Topics: I-R-A, ETFs, Mutual Funds, 401k, 200 Day Moving Average, Insurance, Rebuilding After Bankruptcy, Roth I-R-A, Financial Analysis, Young Investor, Mutual Funds vs. ETFs, Unusual Expectations, Over the Counter Stocks, Long-Short Mutual Funds, When to Sell, I-Bonds, Income Production Vehicles, Equity, Investing for Kids.

12-25-19: ENCORE - Some of The Best InvestTalk Calls #2

December 25, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Today's Stocks & Topics: I-R-A, ETFs, Mutual Funds, 401k, 200 Day Moving Average, Insurance, Rebuilding After Bankruptcy, Roth I-R-A, Financial Analysis, Young Investor, Mutual Funds vs. ETFs, Unusual Expectations, Over the Counter Stocks, Long-Short Mutual Funds, When to Sell, I-Bonds, Income Production Vehicles, Equity, Investing for Kids. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Adve...

12-24-19: ENCORE - Opinion: Stocks Will Not Keep Climbing Next Year

December 24, 2019 08:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

The average Wall Street estimate expects corporate earnings to grow by 10% next year, but strategists at Morgan Stanley are forecasting flat corporate profits. Today's Stocks & Topics: Retirement Plans?, OPEC Oil Prices, Company debt, Road to Riches, Tech stocks-- buying dividend stocks or growth stocks?, Mututal Funds, Natural Gas Index, 401k, On Balance Volume, ETFs vs. Mutual Funds, College Savings Plans, Dividends, Investing at Old Age. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use ...

12-23-19: Opinion: The Unpleasant Surprise Waiting For You When You Retire

December 24, 2019 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

Millions of Americans have tax-deferred accounts, and efficiently managing withdrawals is just as important as accumulation.   Today's Stocks & Topics: MCD - McDonald's Corp., Investment Apps, WSO - Watsco Inc., Durable Goods, TSLA - Tesla Inc., EQT - EQT Corp., TSM - Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd. ADR. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: ht...

12-20-19: The NYSE 'Legend' Who Got Much Of 2019 Right Has Predictions For 2020

December 21, 2019 00:54 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

A notable Wall Street financial manager thinks stocks will continue higher-- but he expects volatility.   Today's Stocks & Topics: AMZN - Amazon.com Inc., Bank of Japan, Consumer Spending, SNP 500, Gold, SPY - SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust, NLY - Annaly Capital Management Inc., Portfolio, KPP Premium Newsletter, K - Kellogg Co.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline and Treasury Yields.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "Can you name 3 single character NYSE symbols ...

12-19-19: The S&P 500 Is Within Striking Distance Of Its Best Year Since 1997

December 20, 2019 01:09 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB

According to Dow-Jones Market Data, the large-cap index must add another 1.8% to surpass 2013's performance and thus beat 1997-- which had a 31% gain.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Volatility, The Weak Dollar, Real Estate. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www.rosettastone.com/ * Check out eBay Auto: www.ebay.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

12-18-19: Prediction: Amazon Will Be The Most Important Company Of The 2020s

December 19, 2019 00:51 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MB

Amazon has already become one of the most powerful, respected, and feared companies in tech and beyond-- but criticism will grow.   Today's Stocks & Topics: What Will Trigger a Bear Market, Consumer Credit Debt, Federal Reserve & QE, Hearing Aid and Cataracts Companies, Stock Evaluation, Impeachment, FIVG - Defiance Next Gen Connectivity ETF, Add Income to Portfolio, Dogs of the Dow, ACB - Aurora Cannabis Inc., FDX - FedEx Corp., INTC - Intel Corp., BA - Boeing Co.   TRIVIA QUESTION:...

12-17-19: Uber Shares Have Fallen 33% Since The May IPO

December 18, 2019 00:50 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

Since the lock-up period ended on November 6th, one co-founder has unloaded $2.1 billion worth of his holdings.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Industrial Production, Home Builders, Auto Loans, World Population Percentages, ADMS - Adamas Pharmaceuticals Inc., Labor Department Numbers, TIP - iShares TIPS Bond ETF, Manufacturing, International Market, Retirement, TSLA - Tesla Inc., AOBC - American Outdoor Brands Corp., HRB - H&R Block Inc.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "Can you name, or guess, 7 other...

12-16-19: The Cost Of College Has Jumped Over 25% In The Last 10 years

December 17, 2019 00:50 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

As the cost of higher education has increased, and student debt has become a national concern, Americans have begun to question whether college is worth the price.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Retirees Year in Planning, Bad Investment Habits, Economist Got The Decade All Wrong, PFE - Pfizer Inc., TROW - T. Rowe Price Group Inc., Real Estate, FNKO - Funko Inc. Cl A, Where and When to Invest, ITOT - iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and us...

12-13-19: The Hottest 2020 Housing Markets Are Far From The Coasts

December 14, 2019 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

According to Realtor.com, home buyers next year are expected to flock to smaller, more affordable cities.   Today's Stocks & Topics: PAYC - Paycom Software Inc., Rollover I-R-A, TDOC - Teladoc Health Inc., Pepsi Products, NVEE - NV5 Global Inc., Investments & Taxes, Retail Sales, STMP - Stamps.com Inc., European Central Bank.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline and Treasury Yields.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "How many warehouses does Amazon have? An...

12-12-19: The Hottest 2020 Housing Markets Are Far From The Coasts

December 14, 2019 00:56 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MB

According to Realtor.com, home buyers next year are expected to flock to smaller, more affordable cities.   Today's Stocks & Topics: PAYC - Paycom Software Inc., Rollover I-R-A, TDOC - Teladoc Health Inc., Pepsi Products, NVEE - NV5 Global Inc., Investments & Taxes, Retail Sales, STMP - Stamps.com Inc., European Central Bank.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline and Treasury Yields.   TRIVIA QUESTION: "How many warehouses does Amazon have? An...

12-12-19: Is It Time To Buy Defensive Stocks?

December 13, 2019 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

Uncertainty around the coming 2020 election and the U.S.-China trade war is causing some Wall Street firms to recommend buying defensive stocks.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Trade Deal, Paying Off Your Mortgage Early, SYK - Stryker Corp., Labor Department Report, Buy & Sell Gold, MJ - ETFMG Alternative Harvest ETF, LHX - L3Harris Technologies Inc., 401k, Trade Deal, Largest IPO, PAYS - Paysign Inc. Our Sponsors: * Check out Rosetta Stone and use my code TODAY for a great deal: https://www...

12-11-19: U.S. Helped China Build Its Economy For Decades

December 12, 2019 00:58 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MB

During a time of trade war tensions, China reportedly wants the U.S. to 'step back' so Beijing can rise in power on the world stage.   Today's Stocks & Topics: O - Realty Income Corp., Warrant vs. Common Stocks, 401k and I-R-As, SMG - Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., Inflation, Mistakes on Retirement Goals.   TRIVIA QUESTION: The S&P 500 is on pace for its best year since 2013. As we go to break, here is my very current trivia question: "How did S&P 500 sectors perform in 2019-- and which s...

12-10-19: Opinion: Overpriced Growth Stocks Are The Market’s ‘Greatest Risk’

December 11, 2019 00:54 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

The chief strategist for Morgan Stanley thinks the greatest risk in the equity market remains in growth stocks-- where expectations are too high.   Today's Stocks & Topics: How Much Money You Should Own in Stocks for Retirement, Risks Paying Off Your Mortgage, Jobs, Investing Patterns, Index Funds, Life Insurance, TAP - Molson Coors Brewing Co. Cl B, Delaware Statutory Trust, CCL - Carnival Corp., SMG - Scotts Miracle-Gro Co., Stock Indicators.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Marke...

12-09-19: Strategist: U.S.-China Trade War Is ‘Unresolvable’

December 10, 2019 01:00 - 45 minutes - 42 MB

Market volatility is fueled, in part, by the uncertainty of the unresolved U.S.-China trade dispute-- and one analyst says there is "no end in sight".   Today's Stocks & Topics: U.S. Manufacturers, Inherited I-R-As, D - Dominion Energy Inc., Shorting, OXY - Occidental Petroleum Corp., ULTA - Ulta Beauty Inc., DIS - Walt Disney Co., Next Year Earnings.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline, Treasury Yields and Bitcoin. Our Sponsors: * Check out R...

12-06-19: Data Shows 2020 Might Be A Tough Year For Big City Housing Markets

December 07, 2019 00:56 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MB

According to one of the largest housing statistic databases, home sales will drop in 2020 and the housing shortage could become the worst in U.S. history.   Today's Stocks & Topics: Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA), S - Sprint Corp., Jobs Report, Unemployment, Consumer Sentiment, FCEL – Fuel Cell Energy Inc., AAPL - Apple Inc., Dow Futures, New Investor, LB - L Brands Inc.   Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Gold, Oil, Gasoline, Treasury Yields.   TRIVIA QUESTI...

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