InvestTalk
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Navigating today's global economy and deciphering investment choices can be an intricate endeavor. The influx of opinions and ever-shifting financial data adds to the challenge. For those committed to success, staying informed through market education and unbiased guidance is paramount.
This realization has led an increasing number of individuals to integrate KPP Financial's 'InvestTalk' radio program and podcast into their investment strategies.
InvestTalk, a daily program, delves into a range of pertinent investment subjects while addressing listener queries. Powered by KPP Financial in Irvine, California, the show/podcast is hosted by KPP Owner Justin Klein and Portfolio Manager Luke Guerrero.
No investment inquiry is off-limits. Are your assets properly diversified? How can you optimize your 401(k) management? What implications do economic shifts have on real estate?
Spread the word among your friends and family. They can access timely responses to these and numerous other financial and investment queries in each episode of InvestTalk, airing every weekday. Learn more at InvestTalk.com.
Location:
San Diego, CA
Description:
Navigating today's global economy and deciphering investment choices can be an intricate endeavor. The influx of opinions and ever-shifting financial data adds to the challenge. For those committed to success, staying informed through market education and unbiased guidance is paramount. This realization has led an increasing number of individuals to integrate KPP Financial's 'InvestTalk' radio program and podcast into their investment strategies. InvestTalk, a daily program, delves into a range of pertinent investment subjects while addressing listener queries. Powered by KPP Financial in Irvine, California, the show/podcast is hosted by KPP Owner Justin Klein and Portfolio Manager Luke Guerrero. No investment inquiry is off-limits. Are your assets properly diversified? How can you optimize your 401(k) management? What implications do economic shifts have on real estate? Spread the word among your friends and family. They can access timely responses to these and numerous other financial and investment queries in each episode of InvestTalk, airing every weekday. Learn more at InvestTalk.com.
Twitter:
@InvestTalk
Language:
English
Contact:
34232 Pacific Coast Highway , Suite B Dana Point CA 92629 888 992 4278
Website:
http://www.investtalk.com/
Email:
info@kppfinancial.com
Episodes
Fewer Than Half of Americans Plan to Travel This Summer
5/2/2025
A recent Bankrate survey reveals that the affordability factor has been cited by 65% of expected non-travelers-- and this group may be budgeting for 'staycations'.
Today's Stocks & Topics: STRL - Sterling Infrastructure Inc., XYZ - Block Inc., UBER - Uber Technologies Inc., Fewer Than Half of Americans Plan to Travel This Summer, KPP Newsletter, SSNC - SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc., Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, US Equity Funds, Cash-Out Refinancing, KR - Kroger Co., KO - Coca-Cola Co., AMD - Advanced Micro Devices Inc., HSY - Hershey Co., VALE - Vale S.A. ADR, Japan vs. Trade War.
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Duration:00:46:49
Is AI Revolution Under Threat from Tariffs?
5/1/2025
A new wave of U.S. tariffs is raising costs and creating supply chain uncertainties for data centers and tech giants.
Today's Stocks & Topics: VTIP - Vanguard Short-Term Inflation-Protected Securities Index Fund, Market Wrap, HIMS - Hims & Hers Health Inc., CRM - Salesforce Inc., Is AI Revolution Under Threat from Tariffs?, CP - Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd., CNI - Canadian National Railway Co., IDXX - IDEXX Laboratories Inc., GDP, KO - Coca-Cola Co., PEP - PepsiCo Inc., Housing Market, UNM - Unum Group, EL - Estee Lauder Cos. Cl A, McDonald’s Financial Numbers.
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Duration:00:56:42
Sharp Decline in Chinese Freight Vessel Traffic Hits Major U.S. West Coast Ports
4/30/2025
Supply chain disruptions are resulting as Chinese freight ship arrivals at the busiest U.S. ports have dropped significantly due to the ongoing trade war and tariffs.
Today's Stocks & Topics: BTAL - AGF U.S. Market Neutral Anti-Beta Fund, META - Meta Platforms Inc, Market Wrap, LDOS - Leidos Holdings Inc, SN – Shark Ninja Inc., Stock-Bond Correlation, CDs and Taxes, AIT - Applied Industrial Technologies Inc., NVST - Envista Holdings Corp., BBY - Best Buy Co. Inc., KKR and Capital Group Launch Hybrid Funds.
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Duration:00:45:08
Amazon Drops Plan to Show Tariff Charges on Product Listings
4/29/2025
Amazon briefly considered showing tariff-related costs on some product pages but abandoned the idea following criticism from the White House and a direct call from President Trump to Jeff Bezos.
Today's Stocks & Topics: SCCO - Southern Copper Corp., Market Wrap, Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS), STIP - iShares 0-5 Year TIPS Bond ETF, Amazon Drops Plan to Show Tariff Charges on Product Listings, TMO - Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., SYK - Stryker Corp., VPU - Vanguard Utilities ETF, FUTY - Fidelity MSCI Utilities Index ETF, Tariffs and Advertising Business, Investment Portfolio Percentage, Gold, SBUX - Starbucks Corp., BJ - BJ's Wholesale Club Holdings Inc. (NYS), Oil Prices.
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Duration:00:46:43
A Simple Guide to Investing in Gold
4/28/2025
Choose the best option for your portfolio and financial goals by using the various ways to invest in gold, including mining stocks, gold ETFs, futures, and purchasing physical gold.
Today's Stocks & Topics: EWZ - iShares MSCI Brazil ETF, Market Wrap, ODFL - Old Dominion Freight Line Inc., A Simple Guide to Investing in Gold, NEM - Newmont Corp., GOOG - Alphabet Inc. Cl C, Economic Impact of the Tariffs, JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, FLJP - Franklin FTSE Japan ETF, Foreign Stocks vs. Domestic Stocks.
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Duration:00:47:18
What Does Stagflation Mean for Your Wallet?
4/25/2025
Rising stagflation risks are marked by slow economic growth and high inflation; and they can impact your investments, spending, and overall financial planning.
Today's Stocks & Topics: TTC - Toro Co., Market Wrap, JEPQ - J.P. Morgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF, What Does Stagflation Mean for Your Wallet?, Following Politicians Stock Trades, KPP Newsletter, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, Value vs. Growth, DLTR - Dollar Tree Inc., DG - Dollar General Corp., Dollar Cost Averaging, ELF - E.L.F. Beauty Inc., Consumer Sentiment.
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Duration:00:46:27
Why Should You Care If the US Dollar Falls?
4/24/2025
A decline in the US dollar can affect prices, investments, and travel costs, making it important to understand how these changes might influence your everyday life.
Today's Stocks & Topics: TTD - Trade Desk Inc. Cl A, Market Wrap, OKE - ONEOK Inc., ADBE - Adobe Inc., Why Should You Care If the US Dollar Falls?, AEM - Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., CME - CME Group Inc. Cl A, The Beige Book, Trading Earnings Reports, TOL - Toll Brothers Inc., MAS - Masco Corp., IBIT - iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF, UNH - UnitedHealth Group Inc., Tariffs Impact on Domestic Production.
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Duration:00:47:27
How Much Money Do Americans Think They Need to Retire?
4/23/2025
A recent survey explored Americans’ perceptions of the ideal retirement savings amount, and it highlighted the gap between expectations and reality.
Today's Stocks & Topics: PRIM - Primoris Services Corp., Market Wrap, SPG - Simon Property Group Inc., CPT - Camden Property Trust, MAA - Mid-America Apartment Communities Inc., NKE - Nike Inc. Cl B, Trade Tensions with China, AGCO - AGCO Corp, Credit Delinquencies, Investing Apps, ERND - iShares USD Ultrashort Bond UCITS ETF, Trump Considering Reducing Tariffs on Chinese Imports.
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Duration:00:45:39
Five Essential Applications of Generative AI in Finance
4/22/2025
Generative AI is transforming finance by enhancing budgeting, financial planning, education, literacy games, and debt negotiation simulations.
Today's Stocks & Topics: CSCO - Cisco Systems Inc., Market Wrap, Five Essential Applications of Generative AI in Finance, VUCP - Vanguard USD Corporate Bond UCITS ETF, Dentists and Private Equity Firms, Tariffs and China, TDOC - Teladoc Health Inc., ZM - Zoom Communications Inc., AA - Alcoa Corp., What is a Bear Market.
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Duration:00:47:13
Best of Caller Questions
4/21/2025
In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the world.
Today's Stocks & Topics: 401k, How to Analyze ETFs, Rental Properties Insurance, Emerging Markets - Brazil, Cannabis ETFs, China's Deep Seek, Roth 403b vs. Roth I-R-A, Crypto Currency, Inflationary Fiscal Policy, Profits, Long-Term Treasuries, Stocks and Taxes, Emerging Markets - Brazil, Gold, Treasury Inflation Protected Securities (TIPS).
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Duration:00:46:55
Best of Caller Questions - Good Friday
4/18/2025
In this compilation program, Justin Klein and Luke Guerrero field a variety of finance and investment questions from callers across the United States and around the World.
Today's Stocks & Topics: Stocks with Two Symbols, Safe Investment, The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), Roth Conversions, Dividends, Fixed Annuities, Precious Metals Stocks, Bonds, Panic Sell, Tariffs on China Can Affect Vietnam, Oil Stocks, Investing for Kids Future, Roth I-R-A, Economic Indicators, How Many Stocks in a Portfolio, IPOs Prices, Young Investor.
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Duration:00:46:55
Trump's Unpredictable Tariff Policy Presents Buying Opportunities
4/17/2025
Market experts are suggesting that long-term investors could find buying opportunities amidst the uncertainty of President Trump's tariff policies.
Today's Stocks & Topics: MU - Micron Technology Inc., Market Wrap, GOOGL - Alphabet Inc. Cl A, PSK - SPDR ICE Preferred Securities ETF, Trump's Unpredictable Tariff Policy Presents Buying Opportunities, LCID - Lucid Group Inc., KPP Newsletter, Private Credit, Investing Options, KKR - KKR & Co. Inc., UDR - UDR Inc., Money Flows.
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Duration:00:45:28
Should You Pay Off Low-Interest Student Loans Before Buying a Home?
4/16/2025
There are several factors to consider... like interest rates, your long-term stability, and financial goals.
Today's Stocks & Topics: DOCN – Digital Ocean Holdings Inc., Market Wrap, Should You Pay Off Low-Interest Student Loans Before Buying a Home?, Gold, SIEGY - Siemens AG ADR, MSFT - Microsoft Corp., GOOG - Alphabet Inc. Cl C, Demand for Gold in Asia, VST - Vistra Corp., TEM - Tempus AI Inc., Precious Metals Stocks, NVDA - NVIDIA Corp., DOGE Savings.
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Duration:00:46:14
Do Recessions Have a Silver Lining?
4/15/2025
Key lessons from past recessions and depressions include the role of economic downturns in correcting market imbalances, shaping consumer and business behavior, influencing investment strategies, and driving long-term economic recovery and growth.
Today's Stocks & Topics: BOH - Bank of Hawaii Corp., Market Wrap, SMCI - Super Micro Computer Inc., Do Recessions Have a Silver Lining, Stocks with Two Symbols, CASY - Casey's General Stores Inc., Tariffs and Investments, TAP - Molson Coors Beverage Co. Cl B, BABA - Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. ADR, Stock Selloff.
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Duration:00:46:49
What are Junk Bonds?
4/14/2025
Junk bonds offer higher yields but come with a greater risk of default, making them a complex and potentially lucrative investment option for those willing to accept increased uncertainty.
Today's Stocks & Topics: ALB - Albemarle Corp., Market Wrap, AGX - Argan Inc., F - Ford Motor Co., What are Junk Bonds?, GPN - Global Payments Inc., EMN - Eastman Chemical Co., Wealthy Investors Portfolios, Investing for Kids Future, WM - Waste Management Inc., RSG - Republic Services Inc., MCB - Metropolitan Bank Holding Corp., The Job Market.
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Duration:00:46:32
Should You Convert Your Tax-Deferred Savings to a Roth?
4/11/2025
It’s important to weigh the pros and cons of converting your tax-deferred retirement savings to a Roth IRA by considering factors like tax implications, financial goals, and long-term benefits.
Today's Stocks & Topics: LLY - Eli Lilly & Co., Market Wrap, CVX - Chevron Corp., Should You Convert Your Tax-Deferred Savings to a Roth?, KPP Newsletter, Oil Stocks, Key Benchmark Numbers: Treasury Yields, Gold, Silver, Oil and Gasoline, The Role of the Dollar, Panic Sell, DRD - DRDGOLD Ltd. ADR, IAG - IAMGOLD Corp., VZ - Verizon Communications Inc., T - AT&T Inc., Tariffs and Cars.
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Duration:00:46:12
Supercharge Your Savings in Your 40s and 50s
4/10/2025
There are several actionable strategies and tools to maximize retirement savings in your 40s and 50s, including catch-up contributions, HSAs, Roth IRA conversions, and leveraging technology.
Today's Stocks & Topics: LEG - Leggett & Platt Inc., Market Wrap, Roth I-R-A, PYPL - PayPal Holdings Inc., Supercharge Your Savings in Your 40s and 50s, FANG - Diamondback Energy Inc., Economic Indicators,
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Duration:00:35:37
Trump's Tariff Turmoil Drives Oil Prices, So Low Drilling Isn't Always Profitable
4/9/2025
Escalating trade tensions and tariff implementations have caused a significant drop in oil prices, to the point where some U.S. oil producers are finding it challenging to maintain profitability in drilling operations.
Today's Stocks & Topics: SD - SandRidge Energy Inc., Market Wrap, MOH - Molina Healthcare Inc., MDT - Medtronic PLC, Trump's Tariff Turmoil Drives Oil Prices, So Low Drilling Isn't Always Profitable, Roth Conversions, O - Realty Income Corp., Tariff Pause, FLEX - Flex Ltd., MYR - GMYR Group Inc., MCO - Moody's Corp., TGT - Target Corp., U.S. Homeowners Wealth.
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Duration:00:45:53
Mounting Pressure on Fed as Wall Street Bets on Rate Cut
4/8/2025
Markets and President Trump are increasing pressure on the Federal Reserve to implement near-term rate cuts amid escalating tariff turmoil and growing economic uncertainty.
Today's Stocks & Topics: OXY - Occidental Petroleum Corp., BAM - Brookfield Asset Management Ltd. Cl A, BN - Brookfield Corp., Mounting Pressure on Fed as Wall Street Bets on Rate Cut, PCLO – Pharma Cielo Ltd., Tariff Consequences, Roth I-R-A, Bonds, IIPR - Innovative Industrial Properties Inc., PLTR - Palantir Technologies Inc., Junk Bond Selloff.
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Duration:00:46:42
Tariff Fallout: Bond Yields Plummet as Investors Seek Safety
4/7/2025
Investors are flocking to safe-haven assets amid market turmoil triggered by recent tariff announcements, and global bond yields have sharply declined.
Today's Stocks & Topics: ZM - Zoom Communications Inc., Market Timing, ACN - Accenture PLC Cl A, Tariff Fallout: Bond Yields Plummet as Investors Seek Safety, DELL - Dell Technologies Inc. Cl C, Market Wrap, J - Jacobs Solutions Inc., Swing Trading, PANW - Palo Alto Networks Inc., GDL - GDL Fund, IAU - iShares Gold Trust, Oil Prices.
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Duration:00:46:33