We review the performance and investment prospects for carbon, SPACs, silver, convertible bonds, and frontier markets. Topics covered include: Episode iframe Show Notes Initial Public Offerings: Updated Statistics by Jay R. Ritter—Warrington College of Business, University of Florida Two SPAC ETFs Close in One Month, Suggesting End to Wall Street Boom by Emily Graffeo—Bloomberg Investments Mentioned Vanguard Total World Stock Market ETF (VT) SPAC and New Issue ETF … [Read more...]
369 Plus: January 2022 Investment Conditions and Adaptive Model Portfolio Changes
In Plus Episode 369, we explore the latest investment conditions including the impact of the Omicron Covid variant. We also review recent changes to the adaptive model portfolio examples. Finally, we look at recent changes in David's portfolio. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by becoming a Money For the Rest of Us Plus member. Learn More About Membership Options » Plus Episode 369 View and Listen To … [Read more...]
349 Plus: SPAC ETFs, Sector Allocation, and the Frustration of Bonds
In Plus episode 349, we look at why investing in special purpose acquisition companies (SPACs) and SPAC ETFs is even less compelling now given the number of new SPACs. Why David is winding down his SPAC experiment. We explore the challenges of trying to overweight and underweight different stock sectors. We review why it is a frustrating time for bonds investors and why we can't fight the bond market. Also, we look at how the relationship between starting yield to maturity and subsequent … [Read more...]
326 Plus: January 2021 Investment Conditions and Portfolio Review
In Plus episode 326, we review investment conditions as of early January 2021. David also shares how he goes about categorizing his portfolio. He also reviews the recent portfolio changes he made. Become a Member If you would like to listen to this episode of Money For the Rest of Us Plus, you can do so by becoming a Money For the Rest of Us Plus member. Learn More About Membership Options » 326 Plus View and Listen To Other Plus Episodes Audio … [Read more...]
What Are SPACs and Should You Invest in Them?
Special Purpose Acquisition Companies or SPACs are non-operating publicly-listed companies whose purpose is to identify and purchase a private company. How do SPACs work and are they worth investing in? ARTICLE TABLE OF CONTENTS (Skip to Section) What are SPACs?Why SPACs ExistHow SPACs WorkSPAC CriticismsPoor SPAC Performance How to Invest In SPACsSPAC ETFsConclusionSPAC Podcast What are SPACs? Special Purpose Acquisition Companies or SPACs are non-operating publicly-listed … [Read more...]
