In the 500th episode of Money for the Rest of Us, we focus on the S&P 500 Index. How has the index changed, and why have U.S. stocks performed so well? Will U.S. stocks only return 3% in the next decade, as Goldman Sachs predicts. We also discuss major themes covered on Money for the Rest of Us over 500 episodes and what are our plans for the future. Thanks for being a part of Money for the Rest of Us over the past decade. Show Notes Select Sector Indices Consultation on … [Read more...]
443: Five Surprising Insights About Stock Indexes and Funds
Some insights only come by having the right tools. We share five things we have learned about stock index valuations, earnings, currency, and why value investing isn't dead. Topics covered include: How index providers divide the stock universe into large and small, growth and value The difference between the price-to-earnings ratio and earnings yield and which is better How earnings volatility can impact annual earnings growth and what to use to estimate future earnings How … [Read more...]