In this episode of Excess Returns, we sit down with Rick Ferri to discuss a wide range of investing topics. We explore the concept of investing with simplicity, the importance…
How to Analyze Backtests: What Average Investors Need to Know
In this episode of the podcast, we dive into the world of backtesting investment strategies. We discuss the importance of approaching backtests with a healthy dose of skepticism, as it’s…
Inflation, Valuations and the Benefits of Dividend Growth with Simeon Hyman
In this episode of Excess Returns, we sit down with Simeon Hyman, Global Investment Strategist at ProShares, for a wide-ranging discussion on the current state of the economy, inflation, the…
ETF Factor Profile: QVAL
Validea’s ETF Factor Report looks at hundreds of US Equity ETFs through the lens of the major investing factors. We look at each ETFs exposure to a variety of factors…
June Market Valuation Update
Here is the latest update for June from Validea’s market valuation tool. Rather than focusing on market-cap weighted indexes like the S&P 500, our tool focuses on the valuation of…
15 Lessons from 15 Years | Breaking Down Corey Hoffstein's Timeless Investing Lessons
In this episode of Two Quants and a Financial Planner, we dive into Corey Hoffstein’s insightful list of “15 Ideas, Frameworks and Lessons from 15 Years.” We explore several key…
Investing in India's Huge Growth Potential with Anupam Ghose
In this episode of Excess Returns, we sit down with Anupam Ghose, co-founder of System2 Advisors and sub-advisor to the Simplify Tara India Opportunities ETF. We discuss the Indian economy,…
Quantifying Warren Buffett
Warren Buffett is widely regarded as the greatest investor of all time. The “Oracle of Omaha” has amassed a multi-billion dollar fortune through his holding company Berkshire Hathaway by following…
The Market is Expensive: Should You Care? | The Practical Implications of Market Valuation
In this episode we dive into the world of market valuation. We look at the major valuation metrics used to value the market and what they are and are not…
Energy Infrastructure Investing with Greg Reid
In this episode of Excess Returns, we speak with Greg Reid, President of Real Assets at Westwood Group Holdings and lead portfolio manager for their $2 billion energy investment team.…