TRAP: The Real Adviser Podcast 74 - From Football to Finance with guest host Paddy Andrews
Jul 3, 2025
Paddy Andrews, a former Gaelic football star and now Director of Private Clients at Metis Norway, shares his unique journey from sports to finance. He discusses the emotional transition athletes face post-retirement and the importance of financial planning. The conversation dives into technology challenges in finance, including AI integration and the launch of Pisces, a new private stock market in 2025. With anecdotes from his sports career, Paddy highlights the parallels between team strategy in sports and effective financial advisory.
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Tech Giants Drive Market Returns
- The S&P 500's returns are dominated by a few tech giants known as the MAG-7.
- This concentration challenges traditional value and small-cap premiums in future market returns.
Market Panic vs Reality
- Market panic and media focus often exaggerate temporary downturns, but markets can rebound quickly.
- Financial advisors should communicate patience and adherence to plans during volatility to clients.
Prefer Proprietary Platform Software
- Be cautious using investment platforms reliant on third-party tech providers like FNZ.
- Proprietary software platforms may offer better control, cost efficiency, and reliability.
