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Saturday, August 08, 2026
An Investing Cheat Code
Mann on the Street
In a tiny North Carolina town in 1895, a newspaper that started with one local man grew into an unlikely publishing empire. Discover what its rise and fall can teach us about competitive advantages, susceptibility to disruption, and the ultimate "cheat code" for long-term investing success.
Friday, August 07, 2026
Momentum and Value Investing Belong Together Like Milk and Cookies
Momentum and value investing might seem like polar opposites, but like milk and cookies, they can complement each other quite nicely. Discover how blending the trend-following power of momentum with the bargain-hunting discipline of value can help you build a more resilient portfolio.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
Hey Chat, Should I Take an Investment Holiday?
McFaddin on the Markets
Summer is here, but your portfolio shouldn't take a vacation. With the AI boom concentrating market profits and data center buildouts facing major delays, market volatility could be creating new buying opportunities.
Friday, July 24, 2026
Transparency Matters in AI, Relationships, and Even... ETFs
Transparency is more than just a buzzword; it's a crucial investing principle. Discover why knowing exactly what's in your ETF can help you avoid hidden risks, overlap, and excessive fees, and why daily disclosure is especially important for actively managed funds.
Friday, July 17, 2026
When Investing at All-Time Highs… Buy, Buy, Buy
It might feel risky to invest when the stock market hits a record high, but past history has shown that all-time highs were often milestones on the way to sometimes even higher levels, not necessarily warning signs to flee.
Monday, July 13, 2026
SpaceX Is Going to Mars but Not the S&P 500
SpaceX* might be aiming for Mars, but even a supernova $2 trillion IPO wouldn't automatically land it in the S&P 500. Discover why the world's most widely tracked index has strict inclusion requirements—like positive earnings and a 12-month post-IPO waiting period—designed to protect everyday investors.
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