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Episode Synopsis
In this episode of the Modern Financial Advisor Podcast, host Mike Langford engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Felipe Toews, CEO of Toews Asset Management and author of 'The Behavioral Portfolio: Managing Portfolios and Investor Behavior in a Complex Economy.'
Delve into the intricacies of behavioral finance, market timing challenges, and the crucial role of effective advisor-client communication. Discover why Felipe believes that traditional portfolio management strategies might be leading advisors and clients astray, especially when considering unexpected market scenarios and significant losses. This episode offers valuable perspectives on educating investors and rethinking portfolio construction to better navigate a complex economic landscape. Don't miss this insightful discussion that could transform how you communicate with your clients and approach portfolio management.
Chapters:
00:00 Understanding Economic Perceptions
00:45 Introduction to the Podcast
02:12 Guest Introduction: Felipe Toews
03:54 Behavioral Finance 101
07:47 Challenges in Market Timing
14:40 The Importance of Proactive Communication
21:20 Historical Market Analysis
27:44 Economic Growth and Inflation Challenges
29:25 Behavioral Portfolio Design
31:40 Critique of Traditional Investment Strategies
33:39 Adapting to Market Changes
36:22 Addressing Investor Behavior
44:12 Crypto and Speculative Investments
49:29 Future Economic Risks and Portfolio Strategies
55:44 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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