What are some investments that can generate a cash yield greater than inflation in an era when central bank policies keep government bond yields lower than the inflation rate. Topics covered include: How low are interest rates around the worldWhat have inflation rates been and what causes inflation and deflationWhat is financial impressionWhy are central banks keeping short-term interest rates so lowWhat determines interest ratesHow I-bonds workWhy active bond mutual funds can be … [Read more...]
295 Plus: I Bonds, Pension Lump Sums and Speculating in Art
In Plus episode 295 for the week of April 25, 2020, we walk through the process of buying a Series I Savings Bond. We answer a member's questions about taking a lump sum pension payment and review how that payment is determined. Finally, we review art as a speculation. … [Read more...]
262/263 Plus: August 2019 Portfolio Update, TIPs and a Long/Short Growth Value ETF
In Plus episode 262/263 for the week of August 8, 2019, we discuss a recent impact investment David made and several investments he chose not to make and why. We compare investing in Treasury Inflation Protection Securities (TIPs) versus investing in I-bonds. Finally, we analyze the Direxion Russell 1000 Value Over Growth ETF (RWVG). … [Read more...]
