Mental Models discussed in this podcast: Leverage Risk Management Uncertainty / Probabilistic Thinking Please review and rate the podcast If you enjoyed this podcast and found it helpful, please consider leaving me a rating and review. Your feedback helps me to improve the podcast and grow the show’s audience. Follow me on Twitter and YouTube […]
59 – How to manage Currency Risk
Mental Models discussed in this podcast: Hedging and Insurance Costs Purchasing Power Parity Please review and rate the podcast If you enjoyed this podcast and found it helpful, please consider leaving me a rating and review. Your feedback helps me to improve the podcast and grow the show’s audience. Follow me on Twitter and YouTube […]
55 – How to manage Inflation Risk (Loss of Purchasing Power)
Mental Models discussed in this podcast: Inflation Mr. Market Purchasing Power Pricing Power Discount Rates Risk Premium Please review and rate the podcast If you enjoyed this podcast and found it helpful, please consider leaving me a rating and review. Your feedback helps me to improve the podcast and grow the show’s audience. Follow me […]
How forced liquidation of Short Volatility ETNs (XIV) could cascade into a Stock Market Crash
If you’re anything like me, you might have been surprised at the 4% drop in the S&P 500 (SPY) and the DJIA today when you got home from work. However, that is nothing compared to the massive volatility spike that occurred in the CBOE VIX index. The VIX index is a formula based index that […]
Do I need an emergency fund before investing?
One of the most common questions asked for those beginning to invest is: Do I need an emergency fund before investing? The Answer: It depends. In most cases, having an emergency fund before you begin investing is the ideal situation. This is the mantra waived by nearly all personal finance writers. Often, they overlook complex […]
