At the Money: The Right and Wrong Way to Approach Investing
Oct 25, 2023
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Dave Nadig, Financial Futurist for ETF Trends and ETF Database, shares insights on investing, including the importance of individual circumstances, the simplicity and effectiveness of a diversified portfolio, intelligence versus investing success, and accepting uncertainty as well as a simple investment solution.
Investing success can be achieved through a simple and cost-effective approach of owning low-cost index ETFs and rebalancing the portfolio annually.
Managing emotions and avoiding impulsive decisions is crucial for successful investing, embracing a disciplined approach such as investing in index funds can help achieve long-term goals.
Deep dives
Investing is a Solved Problem
Investing is often perceived as a complex and daunting task, but in reality, it is a problem that has been solved. The core principles of investing, such as asset allocation and risk management, have been mathematically understood for decades. The key is to focus on the difficult part, which is making the right decisions based on individual needs and goals.
The Power of a Simple Portfolio
Achieving investment success doesn't require complicated strategies. A simple and cost-effective approach is to own a globally diversified set of low-cost index ETFs. Rebalancing the portfolio once a year ensures that it stays aligned with the desired asset allocation. While some may argue for more complex tactics, this straightforward solution can deliver satisfactory results for most investors.
Navigating Uncertainty and Emotion
Investing is inherently uncertain, and attempting to time the market or outsmart it can lead to costly mistakes. The key to successful investing lies in managing emotions and avoiding unforced errors. Accepting that there will always be luck involved and embracing a disciplined approach, such as investing in index funds and avoiding impulsive decisions, can help investors achieve their long-term goals.
Investing can be complicated. But what if there was a simple solution? On this episode of 'At the Money,' Barry Ritholtz talks to Dave Nadig about one simple approach to the matter. Nadig is the Financial Futurist for ETF Trends and ETF Database. He has been involved in researching, reporting and analyzing the investment management industry for more than 20 years.