Best MHR Podcasts (2024)

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Payout Puzzle: Does Dividend Investing Make Sense? 39:16

1d ago39:16

39:16

Many investors favour stocks that pay a high dividend, opting to live off the cash they generate. Even stingy US tech companies have started to pay dividends. But does a strategy focussed on income make sense? And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is ‘Shareholder Yield’? --- Get a FREE share 🎁worth between £10 and £100, exclusively for Man…

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Should you de-risk your portfolio before retirement? 40:52

9d ago40:52

40:52

A stock market crash early in retirement can leave you struggling to live off your investments. We discuss de-risking our portfolios and how to manage ‘sequence of returns’ risk. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: Is a stock market crash good for long-term returns? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Sign up at Freetrade.io/pens…

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Is The Bank of England Broken? 39:35

17d ago39:35

39:35

The Bank of England has been criticised for its failure to foresee high inflation. A damning new report takes aim at the central bank’s forecasting process and urges a major overhaul. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is 'quantitative tightening'? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Sign up at Freetrade.io/pensioncraft to …

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How To Invest a Lump Sum in 2024 37:16

24d ago37:16

37:16

Investing a lump sum is a big decision that comes with great responsibility. Should you be conservative with your newfound wealth? Should you pile into markets straight away or drip feed slowly over time? And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What does FSCS protection cover? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Sign up at Freetrade.…

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Are Investors Rational? Lessons From the Late Daniel Kahneman 41:14

1M ago41:14

41:14

Daniel Kahneman was the pioneer of behavioural economics and won a Nobel Prize for his work on cognitive biases. By explaining how a litany of psychological missteps skew our decisions, few people have had more influence on investing. We discuss how Kahneman improved our investing judgement and taught us to manage risk intelligently. And in today’s…

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Bad Apple: The Trustbusters Target Big Tech 41:23

1M ago41:23

41:23

US regulators have swung for the fences, accusing Apple of running an illegal smartphone monopoly. But will the legal cases facing big tech firms hurt stock prices? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Get a free share worth between £100 and £2,100 when you open & top up, or transfer an ISA and/or SIPP. Head over to: Freetrade.io/transf…

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Bubble Trouble: Are Investors Right to be Worried? 41:39

1M ago41:39

41:39

Stock markets have hit all-time highs in recent weeks, with bitcoin and gold joining the party. Inevitably, people ask, “Is this a bubble?!” And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What’s the difference between investing and speculation? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Get a free share worth between £100 and £2,100 when you open …

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Sustainable Investing: The End of ESG? 32:01

2M ago32:01

32:01

ESG funds lured investors with the promise of simultaneously saving the planet and achieving higher returns. But after years of inflows, investors are pulling their money. Is there a better approach to sustainable investment? And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: Why are there multiple oil prices? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode…

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9 Things to Do Before the End of the Tax Year 35:34

2M ago35:34

35:34

With just one month until the end of the UK tax year, it’s time to review our family finances, make the most of our annual allowances and optimise our investments. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is 'bed and breakfasting’? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Get a free share worth between £100 and £2,100 when you open & …

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The Rise and Rise of Nvidia: AI Breakthrough or Bubble? 37:19

2M ago37:19

37:19

Excitement about AI is powering a new bull market. Nvidia smashed earnings expectations, catapulting the company towards a two-trillion dollar valuation and lifting stocks globally. Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Sign up at Freetrade.io/pensioncraft to get a free share worth between £10 and £100. When you invest, your capital is a…

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UK Recession: Investing During an Economic Downturn 40:57

2M ago40:57

40:57

The UK and Japan slipped into recession at the end of 2023, and growth remains weak in Europe and China. While the US economy is booming, much of the world is struggling — does an economic downturn spell disaster for our investments? And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What’s the difference between a recession and a depression? Thanks to Free…

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Schrödinger's Flat: How Big a Problem is Commercial Real Estate? 34:28

3M ago34:28

34:28

Banks stocks have tumbled as losses mount on property loans, forcing them to set aside extra cash and slash dividends. Is the commercial real estate problem contained or is this just the tip of the iceberg? And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is negative equity? Thanks to Freetrade for sponsoring this episode. Sign up at Freetrade.io/fre…

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Are UK Stocks Really a Bargain? 39:44

3M ago39:44

39:44

UK stocks have lagged global markets in recent years. Unloved by investors and underweighted by institutions, is the UK really a bargain hiding in plain sight? We discuss what’s holding British equities back and if they’re about to turn a corner. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: When a company goes private, are you forced to sell your shar…

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The Best Free Investing Tools 42:22

3M ago42:22

42:22

There’s never been more information available to investors, but how do you avoid drowning in data? We’ve gathered our favourite investing tools from across the web to help. And what’s more, they’re free. Get ready for asset valuation, fund selection, and portfolio modelling made easy. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: Do backtests really wo…

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Weird Portfolios and Wonderful Companies, with Value Stock Geek 50:04

3M ago50:04

50:04

The "Weird Portfolio" seeks to sidestep market crashes while still achieving attractive long-term returns. We talk to its creator, Value Stock Geek. We also dig into value investing, and how to find wonderful companies at wonderful prices. Follow Value Stock Geek at securityanalysis.org --- Get in touch 📧 mhr@pensioncraft.com 🎧 many-happy-returns.c…

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10 Things They Don't Tell You About Stocks 39:11

4M ago39:11

39:11

To succeed at investing, you need to get the big decisions right. But the details matter too. We explore ten under-appreciated aspects of stock markets that, while seemingly trivial, can greatly affect your returns. We look at everything from index construction to valuation measures to platform fees. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: Why do…

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What I learned from talking to 1,000 people about their investments 40:09

4M ago40:09

40:09

Since starting PensionCraft, I’ve spoken to more than a thousand people about their finances, helping with their investing goals, strategies, and fears. We discuss common challenges investors face and how they chart the right course. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: Why is it so hard to talk about money? --- Get in touch 📧 mhr@pensioncraft…

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Demographic Shifts: Will Population Ageing Derail Stock Returns? 43:28

4M ago43:28

43:28

After a century of rapid population growth, the world is getting older. But with fewer workers to subsidise healthcare and pensions, some speculate that shifting demographics spell trouble for the economy and our investments. We debate whether the golden age of stock markets can survive the great Demographic Drag? And in today’s Dumb Question of th…

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Soft Landings Are Hard: How Has the US Economy Achieved the Impossible? 38:59

4M ago38:59

38:59

Despite all the predictions of doom, the American economy has achieved a macro miracle. Inflation has been tamed without the insidious side-effects of higher unemployment or a recession. But how has the Fed pulled off a soft landing, and can we hope for the same in the UK? And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: Why do economists always get it wr…

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Merry Market Quizmas: Can You Outsmart Ramin? 30:44

5M ago30:44

30:44

12 tricky questions to test anyone's knowledge about money, markets and investing in 2023. Can you triumph in our Christmas pub quiz?! And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is the Santa Rally and is it real? --- Get in touch 📧 mhr@pensioncraft.com 🎧 many-happy-returns.captivate.fm --- Join PensionCraft 🌐 Become a member at pensioncraft.com…

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Charlie Munger's Wisdom: Profit, Polemics and Peanut Brittle 32:32

5M ago32:32

32:32

We celebrate the life of Charlie Munger and look to learn from his wisdom. Warren Buffett's long-time right-hand man helped build Berkshire Hathaway and was a brilliant investor in his own right. But perhaps he will be best remembered for his willingness to share his wisdom, wit and one-liners. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is the …

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The Most Important Number in Investing 39:56

5M ago39:56

39:56

Markets are full of numbers. Big ones. Small ones. Nonsensical ones. But what is the most influential number in investing? Is it the oil price? Or the interest rate set by the Fed? Or perhaps the strength of the dollar? We debate seven different rates and prices in attempt to crown The World’s Most Important Number. And in the Dumb Question of the …

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How to Fight Investing FOMO 39:38

5M ago39:38

39:38

The Fear of Missing Out tempts us all. Amid fast-moving markets and 24-hour news, FOMO can be an investor's worst enemy, derailing decision-making and undermining long-term goals. We discuss the strategies that help us stick to the plan. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: When is the right time to sell an investment? Thanks to Lightyear for …

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Treasury Doom Loop: The World's Most Dangerous Trade? 29:52

5M ago29:52

29:52

What do you get if you combine the world’s most important financial market, hedge funds, enormous leverage, and doom loop dynamics? Welcome to the Treasury ‘basis trade'. We discuss the risks that lurk behind the Treasury market and why regulators are sounding the alarm. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: What is the difference between durat…

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Passive Power: Do Index Funds Hurt the Economy? 34:51

6M ago34:51

34:51

Over decades, index funds have delivered superior returns and surged in popularity. But some claim the rise of passive investing has come at the cost of less competitive markets and inflated prices for consumers. We look at the evidence that common stock ownership might harm economic efficiency. And in today’s Dumb Question of the Week: How high wo…

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Payout Puzzle: Does Dividend Investing Make Sense? 39:16

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Should you de-risk your portfolio before retirement? 40:52

1
Is The Bank of England Broken? 39:35

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How To Invest a Lump Sum in 2024 37:16

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Are Investors Rational? Lessons From the Late Daniel Kahneman 41:14

1
Bad Apple: The Trustbusters Target Big Tech 41:23

1
Bubble Trouble: Are Investors Right to be Worried? 41:39

1
Sustainable Investing: The End of ESG? 32:01

1
9 Things to Do Before the End of the Tax Year 35:34

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The Rise and Rise of Nvidia: AI Breakthrough or Bubble? 37:19

1
UK Recession: Investing During an Economic Downturn 40:57

1
Schrödinger's Flat: How Big a Problem is Commercial Real Estate? 34:28

1
Are UK Stocks Really a Bargain? 39:44

1
The Best Free Investing Tools 42:22

1
Weird Portfolios and Wonderful Companies, with Value Stock Geek 50:04

1
10 Things They Don't Tell You About Stocks 39:11

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What I learned from talking to 1,000 people about their investments 40:09

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Demographic Shifts: Will Population Ageing Derail Stock Returns? 43:28

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Soft Landings Are Hard: How Has the US Economy Achieved the Impossible? 38:59

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Merry Market Quizmas: Can You Outsmart Ramin? 30:44

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Charlie Munger's Wisdom: Profit, Polemics and Peanut Brittle 32:32

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The Most Important Number in Investing 39:56

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How to Fight Investing FOMO 39:38

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Treasury Doom Loop: The World's Most Dangerous Trade? 29:52

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Passive Power: Do Index Funds Hurt the Economy? 34:51

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