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In this episode, Owen Lamont of Acadian Asset Management and Harvard professor Randy Cohen discuss the evolution and appeal of private equity, focusing on its historically higher returns and lower reported volatility compared to public markets. They explore the concept of "liquid private equity," arguing that the same factors that drive LBO success—high profitability, low multiples, low risk, small size, and high payout ratios—align with well‑known quantitative equity factors, suggesting a replicable, liquid strategy for broader investors. Cohen also shares his personal journey, from academia to creating the FieldX incubator at Harvard, highlighting how entrepreneurial ventures emerge from university settings. The conversation underscores the challenges of volatility smoothing in PE reporting and the growing demand for liquid alternatives among both institutional and retail investors.
In this episode, Jim Saulnier and Chris Stein dive deep into how buffered ETFs work, focusing on 100% and 20% buffer products during a recent market downturn. Guest Jacob explains the concept of mark‑to‑market pricing, why the fund’s value can...
In episode 299, Ryan Morrissey examines how the Iran war’s surge in oil prices—up roughly 33% since late February—has driven a 6% dip in the S&P 500 and sparked market volatility. He explains why such shocks are often temporary, drawing parallels...
Larry Kotlikoff and TIPS specialist Kevin Esler discuss why today’s high real yields on Treasury Inflation‑Protected Securities (around 2.5% on the 30‑year) make building a TIPS ladder an attractive way to protect retirement income. They explain how the free tool...
In this episode of Motley Fool Money, host Robert Brokamp interviews certified financial planner Hannah Moore about how listeners can locate the right financial planner for their needs. Moore explains the shift in the industry toward holistic financial planning, the...
In this episode, host Paula Pant talks with retirement expert Jamie Hopkins about why the traditional "retirement number" and the 4% rule are misleading. Hopkins emphasizes focusing on the income needed for your desired lifestyle, accounting for changing expenses, sequence‑of‑returns...
In this episode of Motley Fool Money, hosts Travis Hoyam, Lou Whiteman, and Andy Cross dissect the Nasdaq’s 12% drop and the broader market correction, attributing the volatility to geopolitical tensions, soaring oil prices, and uncertainty around AI spending. They...
In this episode, Public’s co‑CEO Leif Abraham explains how the firm is building the first truly agentic brokerage, where AI agents help users construct and manage multi‑asset portfolios, from fractional stocks to bonds, crypto and options. He discusses Public’s shift...
In this episode of Money Life, host Chuck Jaffe talks with behavioral scientist Danielle Labotka about research showing retirees rely on overly simple withdrawal strategies, causing them to underspend and miss out on the full value of their savings. He...
In this episode, Roger Whitney critiques the overreliance on retirement‑planning software—especially Monte Carlo engines like Bolden, Money Guide Elite, and eMoney—explaining that they only measure the probability of a portfolio not hitting zero, not the quality of life in retirement....
In this episode, Jim Saulnier and Chris Stein continue the Ed Slott IRA quiz, testing their knowledge on IRA rules and nuances. They explain recharacterizing IRA contributions, clarifying that the deadline is October 15 of the year after the contribution,...
In this episode Ryan Morrissey explains how Transfer on Death (TOD) and Payable on Death (POD) beneficiary designations let you bypass probate for bank, brokerage, and other investment accounts. He outlines which assets already have built‑in beneficiary options, the pros...
In this Women and Wealth episode, Val Cipriani and Holly McKechnie break down the UK student loan system—explaining Plans 1, 2 and 5, their interest rates, repayment thresholds and loan terms. They highlight why Plan 2, which carries RPI + 3% interest and a £30k threshold,...
In this episode of Motley Fool Money, host Robert Brokamp and financial planner Matt Frankel discuss a Motley Fool survey that identified the top counties for retirement based on seven weighted factors, with quality of life leading the list. They...
In this episode, Robert Brokamp outlines eight strategies to help retirees avoid outliving their savings, emphasizing realistic withdrawal rates, flexible spending, and the use of tools like Social Security optimizers and annuities. He also examines the current "E-shaped" economy, where...
