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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United States
Description:
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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English
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http://www.investtalk.com
Episodes
Will Mortgage Rates Drop in a Recession?
5/9/2025
As recession fears grow, experts say mortgage rates may not fall as much as in past downturns, and there are several reasons.
Today's Stocks & Topics: KHC - Kraft Heinz Co., Market Wrap, Will Mortgage Rates Drop in a Recession, GHM - Graham Corp., GGG - Graco Inc., Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, GWW - W.W. Grainger Inc., Tariffs Impact on The Economy, APPF - AppFolio Inc.
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Duration:00:45:59
Why Your Emergency Fund Should Be $35,000 in 2025
5/8/2025
Rising costs and economic uncertainty make financial preparedness more important than ever.
Today's Stocks & Topics: JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, Market Wrap, AZO - AutoZone Inc., APP - AppLovin Corp., Why Your Emergency Fund Should Be $35,000 in 2025, VEMT - Vanguard USD Emerging Markets Government Bond UCITS ETF, CRWV - CoreWeave Inc. Cl A, Supply Chain, FOUR - Shift4 Payments Inc., CCJ - Cameco Corp., MOD - Modine Manufacturing Co., Corporate Buybacks.
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Duration:00:47:09
How Will Declining Immigration Impact the US Economy?
5/7/2025
For starters, stricter immigration policies could significantly disrupt industries like agriculture and construction.
Today's Stocks & Topics: OTIS - Otis Worldwide Corp., Market Wrap, HSTM - HealthStream Inc., How Will Declining Immigration Impact the US Economy? TMO - Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., SYK - Stryker Corp., EXR - Extra Space Storage Inc., Economic Risks on the Horizon, X - United States Steel Corp., SPYD - SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 High Dividend ETF, Retail Investors, DECK - Deckers Outdoor Corp., ADDDF - Adidas AG, Buying Back Shares.
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Duration:00:46:13
Americans Are Losing Billions to Sports Betting-At What Cost?
5/6/2025
Since 2018, Americans have wagered nearly $450 billion but there's a dark side with gamblers experiencing increased debt, bankruptcies, and reduced savings.
Today's Stocks & Topics: TGT - Target Corp., Oil, Market Wrap, JEPI - JPMorgan Equity Premium Income ETF, IIPR - Innovative Industrial Properties Inc., Social Security, BRY - Berry Corp., How to Begin Investing at 18?, Jobs Report.
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Duration:00:45:56
5 Estate Planning Tips for 2025
5/5/2025
Kiplinger is highlighting five key steps for effective estate planning in 2025, including creating a will, managing digital assets, and leveraging current tax exclusions.
Today's Stocks & Topics: MCK - McKesson Corp., Market Wrap, XBB - BondBloxx BB-Rated USD High Yield Corporate Bond ETF, 5 Estate Planning Tips for 2025, Cash into the Market, BKNG - Booking Holdings Inc., ISRG - Intuitive Surgical Inc., Gold and Silver, Ford and Trump’s Tariffs, SPYI - NEOS S&P 500 High Income ETF, QQQI - NEOS Nasdaq 100 High Income ETF, QCOM - Qualcomm Inc., SHOP - Shopify Inc., Tariffs on the Film Industry.
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Duration:00:46:23
Fewer Than Half of Americans Plan to Travel This Summer
5/2/2025
A recent Bankrate survey reveals that the affordability factor has been cited by 65% of expected non-travelers-- and this group may be budgeting for 'staycations'.
Today's Stocks & Topics: STRL - Sterling Infrastructure Inc., XYZ - Block Inc., UBER - Uber Technologies Inc., Fewer Than Half of Americans Plan to Travel This Summer, KPP Newsletter, SSNC - SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc., Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, US Equity Funds, Cash-Out Refinancing, KR - Kroger Co., KO - Coca-Cola Co., AMD - Advanced Micro Devices Inc., HSY - Hershey Co., VALE - Vale S.A. ADR, Japan vs. Trade War.
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Duration:00:46:49
Is AI Revolution Under Threat from Tariffs?
5/1/2025
A new wave of U.S. tariffs is raising costs and creating supply chain uncertainties for data centers and tech giants.
Today's Stocks & Topics: VTIP - Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities Index Fund, Market Wrap, HIMS - Hims & Hers Health Inc., CRM - Salesforce Inc., Is AI Revolution Under Threat from Tariffs?, CP - Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd., CNI - Canadian National Railway Co., IDXX - IDEXX Laboratories Inc., GDP, KO - Coca-Cola Co., PEP - PepsiCo Inc., Housing Market, UNM - Unum Group, EL - Estee Lauder Cos. Cl A, McDonald’s Financial Numbers.
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Duration:00:46:40
Sharp Decline in Chinese Freight Vessel Traffic Hits Major U.S. West Coast Ports
4/30/2025
Supply chain disruptions are resulting as Chinese freight ship arrivals at the busiest U.S. ports have dropped significantly due to the ongoing trade war and tariffs.
Today's Stocks & Topics: BTAL - AGF U.S. Market Neutral Anti-Beta Fund, META - Meta Platforms Inc, Market Wrap, LDOS - Leidos Holdings Inc, SN – Shark Ninja Inc., Stock-Bond Correlation, CDs and Taxes, AIT - Applied Industrial Technologies Inc., NVST - Envista Holdings Corp., BBY - Best Buy Co. Inc., KKR and Capital Group Launch Hybrid Funds.
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Duration:00:45:08
Amazon Drops Plan to Show Tariff Charges on Product Listings
4/29/2025
Amazon briefly considered showing tariff-related costs on some product pages but abandoned the idea following criticism from the White House and a direct call from President Trump to Jeff Bezos.
Today's Stocks & Topics: SCCO - Southern Copper Corp., Market Wrap, Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS), STIP - iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF, Amazon Drops Plan to Show Tariff Charges on Product Listings, TMO - Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., SYK - Stryker Corp., VPU - Vanguard Utilities ETF, FUTY - Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF, Tariffs and Advertising Business, Investment Portfolio Percentage, Gold, SBUX - Starbucks Corp., BJ - BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc. (NYS), Oil Prices.
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Duration:00:46:43
A Simple Guide to Investing in Gold
4/28/2025
Choose the best option for your portfolio and financial goals by using the various ways to invest in gold, including mining stocks, gold ETFs, futures, and purchasing physical gold.
Today's Stocks & Topics: EWZ - iShares MSCI Brazil ETF, Market Wrap, ODFL - Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., A Simple Guide to Investing in Gold, NEM - Newmont Corp., GOOG - Alphabet Inc. Cl C, Economic Impact of the Tariffs, JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, FLJP - Franklin FTSE Japan ETF, Foreign Stocks vs. Domestic Stocks.
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Duration:00:47:18
What Does Stagflation Mean for Your Wallet?
4/25/2025
Rising stagflation risks are marked by slow economic growth and high inflation; and they can impact your investments, spending, and overall financial planning.
Today's Stocks & Topics: TTC - Toro Co., Market Wrap, JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, What Does Stagflation Mean for Your Wallet?, Following Politicians Stock Trades, KPP Newsletter, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Value vs. Growth, DLTR - Dollar Tree Inc., DG - Dollar General Corp., Dollar Cost Averaging, ELF - E.L.F. Beauty Inc., Consumer Sentiment.
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Duration:00:46:27
Why Should You Care If the US Dollar Falls?
4/24/2025
A decline in the US dollar can affect prices, investments, and travel costs, making it important to understand how these changes might influence your everyday life.
Today's Stocks & Topics: TTD - Trade Desk Inc. Cl A, Market Wrap, OKE - ONEOK Inc., ADBE - Adobe Inc., Why Should You Care If the US Dollar Falls?, AEM - Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., CME - CME Group Inc. Cl A, The Beige Book, Trading Earnings Reports, TOL - Toll Brothers Inc., MAS - Masco Corp., IBIT - iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, UNH - UnitedHealth Group Inc., Tariffs Impact on Domestic Production.
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Duration:00:47:27
How Much Money Do Americans Think They Need to Retire?
4/23/2025
A recent survey explored Americans’ perceptions of the ideal retirement savings amount, and it highlighted the gap between expectations and reality.
Today's Stocks & Topics: PRIM - Primoris Services Corp., Market Wrap, SPG - Simon Property Group Inc., CPT - Camden Property Trust, MAA - Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc., NKE - Nike Inc. Cl B, Trade Tensions with China, AGCO - AGCO Corp, Credit Delinquencies, Investing Apps, ERND - iShares USD Ultrashort Bond UCITS ETF, Trump Considering Reducing Tariffs on Chinese Imports.
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Duration:00:45:39
Five Essential Applications of Generative AI in Finance
4/22/2025
Generative AI is transforming finance by enhancing budgeting, financial planning, education, literacy games, and debt negotiation simulations.
Today's Stocks & Topics: CSCO - Cisco Systems Inc., Market Wrap, Five Essential Applications of Generative AI in Finance, VUCP - Vanguard USD Corporate Bond UCITS ETF, Dentists and Private Equity Firms, Tariffs and China, TDOC - Teladoc Health Inc., ZM - Zoom Communications Inc., AA - Alcoa Corp., What is a Bear Market.
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Duration:00:47:13
Best of Caller Questions
4/21/2025
In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world.
Today's Stocks & Topics: 401k, How to Analyze ETFs, Rental Properties Insurance, Emerging Markets - Brazil, Cannabis ETFs, China's Deep Seek, Roth 403b vs. Roth I-R-A, Crypto Currency, Inflationary Fiscal Policy, Profits, Long-Term Treasuries, Stocks and Taxes, Emerging Markets - Brazil, Gold, Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS).
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Duration:00:46:55
Best of Caller Questions - Good Friday
4/18/2025
In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.
Today's Stocks & Topics: Stocks with Two Symbols, Safe Investment, The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), Roth Conversions, Dividends, Fixed Annuities, Precious Metals Stocks, Bonds, Panic Sell, Tariffs on China Can Affect Vietnam, Oil Stocks, Investing for Kids Future, Roth I-R-A, Economic Indicators, How Many Stocks in a Portfolio, IPOs Prices, Young Investor.
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Duration:00:46:55
Trump's Unpredictable Tariff Policy Presents Buying Opportunities
4/17/2025
Market experts are suggesting that long-term investors could find buying opportunities amidst the uncertainty of President Trump's tariff policies.
Today's Stocks & Topics: MU - Micron Technology Inc., Market Wrap, GOOGL - Alphabet Inc. Cl A, PSK - SPDR ICE Preferred Securities ETF, Trump's Unpredictable Tariff Policy Presents Buying Opportunities, LCID - Lucid Group Inc., KPP Newsletter, Private Credit, Investing Options, KKR - KKR & Co. Inc., UDR - UDR Inc., Money Flows.
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Duration:00:45:28
Should You Pay Off Low-Interest Student Loans Before Buying a Home?
4/16/2025
There are several factors to consider... like interest rates, your long-term stability, and financial goals.
Today's Stocks & Topics: DOCN – Digital Ocean Holdings Inc., Market Wrap, Should You Pay Off Low-Interest Student Loans Before Buying a Home?, Gold, SIEGY - Siemens AG ADR, MSFT - Microsoft Corp., GOOG - Alphabet Inc. Cl C, Demand for Gold in Asia, VST - Vistra Corp., TEM - Tempus AI Inc., Precious Metals Stocks, NVDA - NVIDIA Corp., DOGE Savings.
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Duration:00:46:14
Do Recessions Have a Silver Lining?
4/15/2025
Key lessons from past recessions and depressions include the role of economic downturns in correcting market imbalances, shaping consumer and business behavior, influencing investment strategies, and driving long-term economic recovery and growth.
Today's Stocks & Topics: BOH - Bank of Hawaii Corp., Market Wrap, SMCI - Super Micro Computer Inc., Do Recessions Have a Silver Lining, Stocks with Two Symbols, CASY - Casey's General Stores Inc., Tariffs and Investments, TAP - Molson Coors Beverage Co. Cl B, BABA - Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR, Stock Selloff.
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Duration:00:46:49
What are Junk Bonds?
4/14/2025
Junk bonds offer higher yields but come with a greater risk of default, making them a complex and potentially lucrative investment option for those willing to accept increased uncertainty.
Today's Stocks & Topics: ALB - Albemarle Corp., Market Wrap, AGX - Argan Inc., F - Ford Motor Co., What are Junk Bonds?, GPN - Global Payments Inc., EMN - Eastman Chemical Co., Wealthy Investors Portfolios, Investing for Kids Future, WM - Waste Management Inc., RSG - Republic Services Inc., MCB - Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp., The Job Market.
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Duration:00:46:32