In Plus Episode 382, we review previous Federal Reserve tightening cycles to see when and at what level longer-term interest rates peaked. We also review a new closed-end fund holding in David's portfolio, the BlackRock Debt Strategies Fund (DSU). This new fund replaces the iShares Interest Rate Hedge Corporate Bond ETF (LQDH). We also discuss how to decide what limit price to set when trading a closed-end fund or ETF. … [Read more...]
71: Please Don’t Panic
When the stock market is falling, understanding market history and current conditions can help us make objective, less fear-driven investment decisions. Photo by Scott Beale In this episode you'll learn: How the global system of time zones and dates developed.Why stock markets can plummet in value at the opening bell.What is the difference between a market order and a limit order.Why investing based on emotion is risky.Why it is difficult to consistently time market corrections.What … [Read more...]