As the war in Ukraine escalates, and the inflation threat washes over the economy, there’s a renewed interest in precious metals as an investment. But, before investors get too carried away stocking up on gold or silver bars, they should seriously consider the risks of owning precious metals and the impact on their long-term investment …
Inflation is finally here, and it’s real. In 2021, inflation grew at a year-over-year rate of 7%–the highest growth rate since the early 1980s. At first, its impact was felt in certain sectors and products, especially those that were affected by supply chain issues. It then progressed to the grocery shelves. Now consumers are seeing …
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I sometimes find myself having a conversation with people about the difference between being rich and being wealthy. I find that many people use the terms “rich” and “wealth” synonymously, with both implying “having a lot of money.” Some may think of that as having wealth, but their actions indicate that they are merely rich. …
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Share buybacks are up substantially in 2021, nearing $200 billion worth of shares purchased by nearly 300 companies. Apple, Alphabet, Facebook, and Microsoft are leading the way with $67 billion in shares purchased between them. What’s going on with these companies, and are share buybacks good for investors? The short answer is “generally, yes.” For …
We’ve known a CEO or two or three, actually many, who’ve made mistakes—catastrophic mistakes that cost people their jobs and 401(k)s. But then, that is why there are boards of directors—to safeguard shareholders from disastrous CEOs, hire good ones, guide strategy, and keep management from wrecking companies and decimating shareholder value. Right? As shareholders, that’s …
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A recent experience in Cancun got me thinking about how investing has changed over the years and how it has put the average investor at a disadvantage. I was sitting in a Starbucks when a little girl approached me. She couldn’t have been more than eight years old. Her arms were adorned with a couple …
Investors Who Don’t Recognize Value are Missing Out Big Time Read More »