Episodes
Aug. 30, 2024
Navigating Interest Rates and Avoiding Investment Fraud | The Tom Dupree Show
The Financial Hour Show Notes. 8-30-34 1. Interest Rates and Reinvestment Risk The show kicked off with a discussion on the changing landscape of interest rates over the past year. A key focus was on reinvestment risk, particularly concerning maturing CDs and short-term investments. With approximately $950 billion in term deposits set to mature in the next 12 months, investors face new challenges in maintaining their returns. 2. Balanced Investment Strategy Our hosts emphasized the importanc...
Aug. 23, 2024
HOUR 3 CONGRESSMAN ANDY BARR 8-24-24
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Aug. 23, 2024
Financial HOUR (HOUR2) 8-24-24
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Aug. 16, 2024
From Recession Predictions to Walmart Earnings HOUR 2 8-17-24
For growth investors, the dramatic market swings can cause huge anxiety. It is only called volatility when the market goes down. For Dividend and Long-term investors, market swings/volatility present opportunities. The narrative has changed so quickly this week. From recession predictions to Walmart earnings, retail sales ad jobless claims… all better than expected. So for now…the narrative is “ALL CLEAR…EVERYTHING IS GREAT.” The post From Recession Predictions to Walmart Earnings HOUR 2 8-1...
Aug. 16, 2024
The MAGA Movement
What is wrong with the MAGA Movement? For one thing, MAGA is an idea that makes America great AGAIN. Doesn’t that infer that we are going back to where we were instead of moving forward? The post The MAGA Movement appeared first on Dupree Financial.
Aug. 10, 2024
The Problem with the American Voter HOUR1 8-10-24
Will the American people vote based on color, gender or policies that affect the economy? The post The Problem with the American Voter HOUR1 8-10-24 appeared first on Dupree Financial.
Aug. 10, 2024
“Mastering Retirement Income: Leverage, Market Volatility, and Investment Strategies 8-10-24
The Tom Dupree Show – Financial Hour Date: 8-10-24 🎙️ Host: Tom Dupree 👥 Guests: Mike Johnson, Chad Sturgill 📊 Main Topics 1. Leverage in Finance -Comparing financial leverage to physics -How leverage magnifies gains and losses -Necessary role of leverage in the financial world 2. Recent Market Volatility -Analysis of recent market downturn -Dow drop of 1000 points, NASDAQ down 4% -Using market events to evaluate risk tolerance 3. 🏖️ Retirement Planning Strategies -Transitioning fr...
Aug. 3, 2024
Why People Hate Trump
Trump advocates against Deep state politics, Green Energy and loves America. The post Why People Hate Trump appeared first on Dupree Financial.
Aug. 3, 2024
Stock Market Tips: Retirement Planning and Dividend Investing | The Tom Dupree Show 8-02-24
The Tom Dupree Show – Financial Hour Episode Notes In this episode of The Tom Dupree Show, Tom Dupree and Chad Sturgill discuss market dynamics, investment strategies, and economic trends. Here are the key takeaways: 📊 Market Insights -The stock market often “climbs a wall of worry,” reacting unexpectedly to economic news. -Recent manufacturing and jobless claim data caused surprising market reactions. -The importance of looking beyond short-term market noise. 🏦 Federal Reserve Focus -D...
July 26, 2024
Politics…
Lots of changes in the political landscape this week…and the fun is just starting. The post Politics… appeared first on Dupree Financial.
July 26, 2024
Planning for Retirement Spending
THE TOM DUPREE SHOW 1. THE SAVINGS MINDSET IN RETIREMENT • Mental separation of accounts • Transition challenges: saving to spending 2. MAKE YOUR MONEY WORK • Earn returns on all holdings • Money market funds: 4-5% current rates 3. CREATE A SPENDING POLICY • Mirror your investment policy • Plan safe withdrawal rates 4. THE BUCKET LIST APPROACH ✓ Set deadlines for goals ✓ Balance saving and enjoying wealth 5. THE “NAPLES EFFECT” → Spending changes away from home → Impact on retirem...
July 19, 2024
Maximize Retirement Income: Dividend Strategies & Quality of Life | The Tom Dupree Show
Show Notes: The Tom Dupree Show – Financial Hour Date: July 20, 2024 Host: Tom Dupree Guests: Mike Johnson, Chad Sturgill 1. Music – Discussion of The Who’s album “Who’s Next” (1971) – Importance of Keith Moon to The Who’s sound – Brief history of session musician Nicky Hopkins 2. Main Topics: a) Working Past Retirement Age: – Story of 95-year-old car salesman still working – Importance of enjoying work regardless of age b) Quality of Life in Retirement: – Harvard study on happiness...
July 19, 2024
Pray for Our Country
Is Vice Presidential nominee, Vance, too young for the job? After a near death experience, Trump will be under attack from spiritual warfare more than ever. Pray for our Country! The post Pray for Our Country appeared first on Dupree Financial.
July 12, 2024
The Sacrifices that Have Been Made
The sacrifices that were made for our country by the men who fought for us. In light of where we are today, are we willing to make the same sacrifices for our country and our children to fight for what we believe in? The post The Sacrifices that Have Been Made appeared first on Dupree Financial.
July 12, 2024
Lower Interest Rates: What that Means to Investors
SHOW NOTES — The Tom Dupree Show: Financial Hour Lower Interest Rates: What That Means for Investors *Episode Date: July 12, 2024* 🎙️ Host: Tom Dupree 👥 Guests: Chad Sturgill, Mike Johnson — ## 🔑 Key Topics 1. June inflation drop: Implications for the economy 2. Potential interest rate cuts: Fed’s next moves 3. Market rotation: Big tech to broader sectors 4. S&P 500 investment strategy: A critical look 5. Dividend stocks & bonds: Opportunities in a shifting market 6. Value investin...
July 6, 2024
Learning from Experience
What our brains know about stocks or don’t know. Overconfidence could be a handicap. Knowing more than we realize also could be a handicap. Greed and fear are other factors. Investing is so much more than numbers. What is the biggest emotion you have about your money? You need to get a feel for where you are invested and why and make sure it is appropriate for your stage of life. The post Learning from Experience appeared first on Dupree Financial.
June 28, 2024
Plan for the Next Bear Market
Nvidia’s success is the biggest problem that the stock market has right now. It just controls too much of the market’s growth. You must be invested for the stage of life that you are in. Close to retirement, this kind of market could be scary if you are not positioned correctly. The post Plan for the Next Bear Market appeared first on Dupree Financial.
June 28, 2024
Growth Comes from Pain
Growth comes from pain. No one chooses to go through pain. It is important to learn from the sacrifices and mistakes of others. The post Growth Comes from Pain appeared first on Dupree Financial.
June 21, 2024
The Fayette County School Board is at it Again
After a site analysis done by the Kentucky Board of Education with three proposals all using the existing historic house on the property deemed in great condition, FCPS received a demolition permit to knock the house down. Where is are the historical people to protest? Where is the media coverage of this? It is another abuse of the taxpayers dollars. The post The Fayette County School Board is at it Again appeared first on Dupree Financial.
June 21, 2024
Chasing the Biggest Stocks
Why chasing the biggest stocks is a terrible idea. A good company does not necessarily mean it is a good investment. The post Chasing the Biggest Stocks appeared first on Dupree Financial.
June 15, 2024
Travels with Tom
After a trip to Normandy, Tom reflects on Patriotism. The post Travels with Tom appeared first on Dupree Financial.
June 15, 2024
Fear and Greed
The things you think are great often are not. Fear can cause bad decisions when investing but so can greed. There is no shortcut to managing money. It has to be a process. The post Fear and Greed appeared first on Dupree Financial.