Episodes

  • China - Is the Recent Run-up a Durable Rally or a Flash in the Pan?
    Nov 4 2024

    Lisa and Lori take a look at how politics in China has affected the Chinese stock market. Find out if they believe their recent statements about encouraging business growth and, on the flip side, hear what we think might impede China’s success. We provide a general U.S. market commentary at the end.

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    23 mins
  • Under the Covers
    Aug 13 2024

    What really is behind the stock market rally in 2024 and the selloff in the first week of August. Lori and Lisa begin this podcast by explaining why the U.S. economy has remained resilient in spite of the Fed raising interest rates and reducing its balance sheet. They then explain what triggered the selloff in equity markets last week and what investors should do now.

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    36 mins
  • 529 Plans - College Savings with Uncle Sam's Help
    Jul 10 2024

    Lisa and Lori explain the advantages of using a 529 plan to save for college and other education expenses. They discuss how to go about setting up a plan as well as how to decide how much to contribute and when.

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    24 mins
  • And the Prize Goes To...Janet Yellen
    May 3 2024

    Lori and Lisa explain the relationship between interest rates and stocks, why Janet Yellen gets the prize for the market rally which started last fall, and how you can make an ‘under the radar’ AI play.

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    33 mins
  • Mixed Messages
    Mar 12 2024

    In this episode, Lori and Lisa discuss the anticipated soft landing for the economy and point out what could go wrong. Learn how Janet Yellen helped spike the punchbowl with a Treasury auction last year, how 2022 and 2023 market sector performance were mirror images of each other, and hear about our market outlook for 2024.

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    17 mins
  • Ten Surprises
    Dec 22 2023

    In a nod to the late Byron Wien, Lori and Lisa talk about their list of potential economic, financial, and political surprises for 2024. Have a listen….

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    29 mins
  • High Interest Rates
    Oct 26 2023

    Lori and Lisa explain the negative impact of rising interest rates on both the bond and the stock markets. They discuss the current rate environment, the relative attractiveness of stocks and bonds, and why the Federal Reserve is likely to keep rates higher for longer.

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    32 mins
  • Happy 65th Birthday… Have You Signed Up For Medicare?
    Sep 18 2023

    Lisa and Lori guide you through the Medicare morass!

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    21 mins