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InvestED: Ep. 35- Efficient Market Theory and Bonds

Phil Town
Phil Town

Investing is arguably one of the most important elements of our financial future, yet most people choose not to invest due to a fear of failure. In this week’s episode, we discuss the emotional aspect of investing, how to grow when others are fearful, and the various types of bonds.

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In Episode 35 You Will Learn

  1. How the data that theorists used to create Modern Portfolio Theory actually proves they’re wrong.

  2. The role emotions play in most investment decisions and how to use other people’s fear to your advantage.

  3. The concept of anti-fragile investing and how to benefit from negative events.

  4. Are bonds a safer investment option than annuities?

  5. How to ladder your bonds so they are liquid and pay out consistently.

  6. How to buy bonds on sale and, therefore, increase your returns.

  7. The benefits of the various types of bonds including government bonds, small corporation bonds, and real estate bonds.

What is Efficient Market Theory?

What is Modern Portfolio Theory?

Security Analysis by Benjamin Graham and David Dodd

The Superinvestors of Graham-and-Doddsville

Irrational Exuberance by Robert J. Shiller

Fooled By Randomness by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Antifragile by Nassim Nicholas Taleb