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Weekly Wealth Update: A Make Better Wealth Decisions podcast dedicated to explaining how current events impact your portfolio and the wealth decisions you make. Tune in every Monday for commentary on how the news of the week affects your portfolio and your thinking.

Are your wealth decisions truly aligned with the demographic reality shaping retirement today?

Most investors focus on GDP, interest rates, and stock market headlines — but overlook one of the most powerful economic forces: demographics. As baby boomers retire and consumer spending patterns shift, the ripple effects on the economy and capital markets are becoming more predictable — and more pronounced. If you’re planning for retirement, this matters more than you think.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

1. How demographics directly influence wealth decisions and long-term retirement outcomes
2. Why aging populations can slow economic growth — and what that means for your portfolio
3. How to adjust your strategy today to stay ahead of demographic-driven shifts

If you want your wealth decisions to reflect the economic realities of retirement, this episode will help you think differently — and plan smarter — for what’s ahead.

John De Goey's Books. Grab your copy from Amazon:

1. Bullshift: How Optimism Bias Threatens Your Finances
2. STANDUP to the Financial Services Industry
3. The Professional Financial Advisor IV