BiggerPockets Money Podcast

Motley Fool’s Ricky Mulvey: Why I’m Buying MORE Stocks Despite Growing Recession Risk

Mar 25, 2025

Join Ricky Mulvey, host of the Motley Fool Money podcast and stock market expert, as he shares his bold strategy in the face of potential recession fears. He reveals why he sees the recent market pullback as a unique buying opportunity and outlines a four-step approach for identifying hidden stock gems. Learn about his biggest wins and losses, including insights on companies like Meta and Spotify. Plus, discover the role of insider buying in spotting potential investments. It’s a thrilling dive into savvy stock picking!

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Ricky Mulvey

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Quick takeaways

Investors should view market downturns as opportunities to acquire quality companies at lower valuations, similar to sales.

Insider buying activity can serve as a critical indicator of a company's potential value, reflecting executive confidence in its prospects.

Understanding fundamental metrics and personal market observations are vital for making informed investment decisions amid economic uncertainties.

Deep dives

Market Downturn as an Investment Opportunity

The recent stock market downturn, characterized by a drop of approximately 10% from its peak, is viewed as both concerning and opportunistic. This correction offers a chance for investors to acquire stocks at reduced prices, akin to finding items on sale. Long-term investors, in particular, should embrace such dips as natural market phenomena and an opportunity to purchase quality companies at more attractive valuations. While economic uncertainties like trade wars may fuel panic, adopting a long-term perspective can help mitigate immediate market fears.

Intro

2min

Navigating Market Volatility and Investment Strategies

5min

Navigating Investment Strategies

10min

The Power of Insider Buying

10min

Real Estate Investment Strategies

4min

Investment Strategies: Long-Term vs Short-Term

21min

Personalized Investment Strategies and the Importance of Research

2min

Are we headed right for a recession, or are stocks on sale? We don’t own a crystal ball, but Ricky Mulvey from The Motley Fool is capitalizing on the recent stock market swing by loading up on some of his favorite equities. Stay tuned to find out if now is an ideal time for YOU to “stock up,” too!

Welcome back to the BiggerPockets Money podcast! In light of the recent market pullback, Ricky is going to share why he thinks it’s the right time to take advantage of low stock prices. He’ll discuss some of his best bargain buys, his biggest portfolio wins and losses in recent years, and, most importantly, the four-step approach you can use to identify stocks that could be set to soar in 2025.

If you’re a regular listener, you know that Scott and Mindy are partial to stashing their money in index funds, sitting back, and watching their wealth snowball over the long haul. You might say that Ricky has a slightly larger appetite for risk, as he isn’t opposed to picking stocks, timing the market, and getting out after three to five years. Stick around to find out if his strategy works!

In This Episode We Cover

Whether now is the time to buy stocks after the recent market pullback

Ricky’s four-step approach to finding value in the stock market

Using insider buying activity to find potential investing opportunities

How to prevent “tax drag” when buying and selling off stocks

Reviewing Ricky’s biggest portfolio wins and losses (Meta, Spotify, and more!)

And So Much More!

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