

The Investing for Beginners Podcast - Your Path to Financial Freedom
By Andrew Sather and Dave Ahern | Stock Market Guide to Buying Stocks like
We make the complicated stock market simple. We show you how to take advantage of the emotions in the market with lessons from successful strategies such as value investing and dividend growth investing, with a few elements of growth investing and trend following.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 52min
Understanding Investment Frameworks: Jeff and Jason’s Ideas from Investing Unscripted
Join Jeff and Jason from Investing Unscripted as they discuss investment frameworks, decision-making in companies, tech investments, valuation analysis, personal strategies, bias in long-term investing, and community support in the stock market.

Jul 4, 2024 • 39min
Back to Basics: Ranges of Outcomes in Investing
Exploring high risk, high reward in early stages of investing, founder's impact on success, analyzing risk and rewards in business, struggles with stock valuations, uncertainties of online gambling in the US, barriers to entry for mature companies, and challenges in starting and succeeding in the market

Jul 1, 2024 • 1h 8min
Insights on Selling Stocks and Evaluating Management from Brett and Ryan of Chit Chat Stocks
Join Brett and Ryan from Chit Chat Stocks as they share valuable insights on selling stocks, evaluating management, and refining investment processes. Learn about research strategies, industry understanding, gradual investment growth, and the impact of management on stock performance. Explore red flags to avoid, tips for informed investing, and the importance of continuous learning. Tune in for practical advice and strategies for better investment decisions!

Jun 27, 2024 • 39min
Back to Basics: Opportunity Costs in Investing
Dave and Andrew tackle opportunity costs in investing, comparing stocks to S&P 500 funds and savings account rates. They discuss portfolio management strategies, KPI tracking, and avoiding impulsive trades. Learn from Warren Buffett's approach, stay focused on key positions, and consider opportunity costs for smarter investment choices.

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Jun 24, 2024 • 49min
Digging Into Semiconductors: Analyzing Skyworks with Tyler Nash
Investor Tyler Nash discusses his investment in Skyworks, its ties to Apple, industry moats, and long-term goals. Topics include partnerships, diversification, electric cars, and IoT, alongside risk evaluation and confidence in market fluctuations.

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Jun 20, 2024 • 49min
Back to Basics: Avoiding Financial Statement Yellow Flags
Learn about 'yellow flags' in investing such as leadership changes and financial concerns using examples like PayPal and Microsoft. Explore the impact of company culture and management choices on performance and the importance of transparency for successful investing.

Jun 17, 2024 • 35min
IFB350: Investing Abroad - Understanding TSMC, Geopolitical Risks, and Foreign Companies
Delving into investing abroad with TSMC as a case study, addressing geopolitical risks and accounting standards. Discussing cloud computing demand, energy sectors, and potential investments in tech giants like Microsoft. Controversial topic of investing in Palantir, exploring high PE ratio and risks. Stay tuned for insights on navigating international and tech investments!

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Jun 13, 2024 • 29min
Back to Basics: Understanding Efficient Markets for Beginners
Exploring efficient market theory, Andrew and Dave discuss the impact of market emotions on stock pricing. They highlight the dangers of active trading and advise on the benefits of dollar-cost averaging. Valuation knowledge and patience are key for successful investing in efficient markets.

Jun 10, 2024 • 38min
IFB349: Stock Splits, Diversification, and European Markets
Delving into investing topics, they discuss stock splits, diversification, European markets, and maximizing returns. Insights on maintaining interest, finding what works best, and prioritizing investments. Topics include Chipotle stock split, VTI vs SPY, and beginner strategies. Valuable advice on ETFs/index funds, reinvesting profits, managing time effectively, and navigating market fluctuations.

Jun 6, 2024 • 47min
Back to Basics: The Best Way to Read a 10k
Exploring the world of annual reports, the hosts discuss how to read a 10-K for understanding a company's performance and risks. They focus on revenue, use Finchat for financial evaluation, and analyze companies like John Deere and Netflix. Learn valuable insights on analyzing KPIs and creating questions to enhance investment decisions.