Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchDon’t Make This Mistake When Chasing Higher Bond Yields
Episode 395
Higher bond yields are attracting more attention and more money. US bond ETFs pulled in almost $54 billion in August. Core and core-plus bond ETFs ma…
7 hours ago
How AI Is Taking Over Your Portfolio
Episode 394
he dominance of artificial intelligence is swelling globally. Its massive growth is weighing heavily on stock markets, pressuring bond markets, and e…
1 week ago
401(k) Millionaires: Here’s How to Avoid Going Broke in Retirement
Episode 393
Becoming a 401(k) millionaire can require decades of hard work and sacrifice. Previously, a seven-figure nest egg shined as the gold standard among r…
3 weeks ago
New ETFs Are Launching Fast. Proceed With Caution
Episode 392
New exchange-traded funds are sprouting up quickly. In 2025, more than 1,000 ETFs launched. The crop included promising funds as well as those taking…
4 weeks ago
Why Playing It Safe in Retirement Can Backfire
Episode 391
Will you give yourself permission to fully enjoy your nest egg? Many retirees spent years saving to enjoy this chapter of their lives, but when they …
1 month ago
Why Do Active Funds Lag Even With Winning Picks?
Episode 390
Picking winning stocks is just part of the battle to beat an index. Active managers make investing moves when opportunities arise or dry up. They als…
1 month, 1 week ago
Target-Date Funds With Annuities Are Gaining Ground. Is That Good for Your Retirement Plan?
Episode 389
Guaranteed income in retirement sounds pretty nice, but what are the trade-offs to make it happen? Several big asset managers offer target-date funds…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
AI ETFs Are on the Rise. Are They Worth the Risk?
Episode 388
It's hard to escape the artificial intelligence hype. It's everywhere. Companies are adopting AI into their processes. Many people are talking to cha…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Don’t Leave Tax Savings on the Table: How to Conduct a Midyear IRA Checkup
Episode 387
Consider getting your IRA in shape this summer instead of waiting for the calendar to flip to next year. A midyear checkup could help you optimize yo…
2 months ago
What Investors Should Watch for in the Second Half of 2026
Episode 386
Market volatility tends to challenge investors' willpower to stick to their plan. That's understandable because it tends to be easier to say you will…
2 months, 1 week ago