We explore the compelling questions surrounding artificial intelligence. Will AI create more new jobs than it destroys? Is AI already destroying jobs? Are we seeing overinvestment in companies and infrastructure in the AI space? Is there evidence that AI has increased productivity? Show Notes Behind the Curtain: A white-collar bloodbath by Jim VandeHei and Mike Allen—Axios Yuval Noah Harari Statement - Post by Nunki08—Reddit Challenger Report June 2025—Challenger, Gray & … [Read more...]
530: Mining and the Global Race for Critical Minerals with Kinterra Capital
How the investing landscape is being reshaped by the global race for critical minerals. Topics covered in this conversation between FEG's Greg Dowling and private equity firm Kinterra Capital's co-founders, Cheryl Brandon and Kamal Toor include: How mining and mineral processing work What are critical minerals, what is driving the demand for them, and will it continue How the rise of passive management has led to underinvestment in mining How to reconcile care for the … [Read more...]
529: Are Robo Advisors Worth It Even With Tax Loss Harvesting and Direct Indexing?
We examine how robo-advisors have evolved over the past decade to determine if their services justify the fees they charge. Topics covered include: How large are the top 5 robo-advisors Robo-advisor fees Robo-advisor holdings Why robo-advisors are turning toward direct indexing for tax loss harvesting How much excess return does tax loss harvesting generate Who can benefit from using robo-advisors Show Notes The Tax Benefits of Direct Indexing, and How They … [Read more...]
528: Climbing the Wealth Ladder with Nick Maggiulli
How our spending, investing, and life strategy change as our net worth grows. We consider how skill, luck, discipline, relationships, and AI can allow us to ascend and, in some cases, descend the wealth ladder. Show Notes Of Dollars and Data The Wealth Ladder: Proven Strategies for Every Step of Your Financial Life by Nick Maggiulli Ritholtz Wealth Management Episode Sponsors NetSuite LinkedIn Jobs – Use this link to post your job for free on … [Read more...]
527: Stablecoins and CBDCs: Their Rise, Risks and Possibilities
Circle Invest, one of the leading stablecoin providers, just went public, and its stock price has tripled. We delve into the growth of stablecoins, their applications, and the associated risks. We also discuss the surprising political pushback against central bank digital currencies. Show Notes Top Stablecoin Tokens by Market Capitalization—CoinMarketCap Runs and Flights to Safety: Are Stablecoins the New Money Market Funds? by Kenechukwu Anadu et al—New York Fed Amendment … [Read more...]
526: The Future of Power: Energy at a Crossroads with Scott Harland
From wildfires to AI-driven demand surges, the power grid is under pressure—and so is the investment landscape around it. Scott Harland of Rockland Capital visits with Greg Dowling of FEG to explore the risks, opportunities, and critical shifts shaping the future of energy. Topics covered include: The necessity of a balanced energy mix, including traditional and renewable energy sources How the private sector is playing a larger role in building out energy infrastructure Rising … [Read more...]
525: No More AAA – What the U.S. Debt Downgrade Means for Investors
With longer-term U.S. interest rates rising and no plan to reduce the budget deficit, is a U.S. national debt crisis imminent? Topics covered include: Why S&P, Fitch, and now Moody's stripped the U.S. of its pristine AAA debt rating How the U.S. national debt dynamics compare to Greece, Italy, and Japan What are four things investors should monitor for signs that the national debt crisis is worsening or spiraling out of control Show Notes Moody's Ratings … [Read more...]
524: Facing a Financial Squeeze: What Harvard’s Response Can Teach the Rest of Us
How can we apply the same emergency measures that Harvard and other universities are using to navigate a financial crisis? Also, how universities invest their endowments and what their performance has been. Topics covered include: What has led to the financial crisis at Harvard What actions has the university taken How do endowments invest and spend their funds How endowments maintain intergenerational equity How we can apply the principles universities use in our own … [Read more...]
523: Why Bond Investing Is Easier Than Ever
Discover how bond market ETFs have transformed investing — making bonds easier, cheaper, and more accessible than ever. We also explore how the bond market’s very composition has evolved. Show Notes The total return strategy in bonds is far from dead by James Bianco—The Financial Times What I Learned in My First Year Managing Fixed-Income by Jim Bianco—Bianco Research Advisors ETFs are eating the bond market by Robin Wigglesworth and Will Schmitt—The Financial … [Read more...]
522: Investing in Emerging Markets with Ali Akay
Ali Akay, CIO of Carrhae Capital, answers why invest in emerging markets. He also shares with Greg Dowling of FEG insights on China, Mexico, South Korea, Argentina, Greece, Turkey, South Korea, and South Africa. Show Notes Emerging Unscathed: Featuring Ali Akay—FEG Insight Bridge Related Episodes 474: Are Emerging Markets Bonds a Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity? 411: Is Emerging and Frontier Markets Investing Still Worth It? – With Asha Mehta … [Read more...]
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