Analysis

In-depth, data-driven breakdowns of companies, sectors, and market trends.
29
Aug
Illustration of a $20 bill caught in a rusty mousetrap, with glowing red-orange text reading “Mutual Funds Trap” on a dark background.

Mutual Funds: Why They Keep Failing Investors

Mutual funds promise diversification and simplicity, but the reality is far less friendly. High fees, weak performance, surprise taxes, and limited flexibility make them a costly trap for many investors. Here’s why they keep failing—and smarter ways to invest.
2 min read
27
Aug
Dark navy gradient thumbnail with Warren Buffett on the right in a suit and red tie, bold white text on the left reading ‘BUFFETT MYTH,’ and a thin red line accent beneath the title.

The Buffett Myth: Why His Playbook Won’t Make You Rich

Buffett's public tips won't replicate his success. His real advantages—massive float, exclusive access, institutional scale—aren't available to retail investors.
6 min read
26
Aug
Dark navy poster with distressed white text reading “MUTUAL FUNDS: DEAD WEIGHT?” and a small tagline “Diversification or Drag?”

Mutual Funds Today: Diversification or Dead Weight?

Mutual funds promise diversification and professional management, but most lag the market. Here’s where they still fit, where they fail, and why ETFs may have the edge.
3 min read
24
Aug
Dark blue graphic with bold 3D text “ETF REALITY.” Background shows a smooth chart on one side and a chaotic chart on the other, symbolizing beginner rules vs. real markets.

How to Start Investing in Stocks — The ETF Reality Check

Beginner investing rules look simple on paper. But when you run them through real ETFs and real markets, the story changes fast
2 min read
23
Aug
Illustration of a cracked twenty-dollar bill split red and blue with bold text ‘Prepare for Depression,’ highlighting urgency for investors to act.

How to Prepare for Another Great Depression (as an Investor)

Depressions aren’t just history. We nearly had one in 2008 and again in 2020. Here’s how to spot the signs — and the actions investors can take to survive.
2 min read
22
Aug
A $20 bill torn in four directions: red arrow crashing for stocks, bond yield spike, cracked house with %, and glowing gold and oil. Text reads: Markets Under Pressure.

Applying Inflation to Real Markets

Inflation doesn’t just hit your wallet — it reshapes every market. Stocks, bonds, real estate, commodities: some get crushed, others thrive. How does inflation really play out in the real economy?
3 min read
14
Aug
Split graphic showing app overload on the left and a clean, minimalist investing setup on the right.

I Tried Too Many Investing Apps — Here’s What I Actually Use Now

After years of chasing the ‘perfect’ investing app, I cut back to a minimalist setup that improved my results — and my sanity
1 min read
14
Aug
Digital graphic showing Microsoft and Apple logos with an upward green arrow, symbolizing a comparison of growth potential between the two companies.

Microsoft vs Apple: The Data That Shows Who's Still a Growth Stock

Microsoft still meets key growth stock criteria. Apple falls short. Here’s the data and what it means for your portfolio.
2 min read
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