Risk Management

27
Oct
Line chart showing price levels rising sharply during premarket hours (3–9:30 AM ET) and falling once the market opens, illustrating how premarket hype fades after the open.

Early Birds and Duds: Unpacking Premarket Moves with a Veteran's Eye

Today's premarket darlings could be tomorrow's duds. Let's dive deeper before you dive in.
2 min read
04
Oct
JNJ thumbnail with bold text ‘Dividend King or Lawsuit Trap?’ over a gavel and pill bottle.

$JNJ: Dividend King or Lawsuit Trap?

JNJ isn’t broken. But at $188, you’re paying growth multiples for a dividend stock with unlimited liability. That’s not prudent — that’s hopeful.
2 min read
19
Sep
Graphic of asset allocation pie chart with stock tickers AAPL, JNJ, and KO. Text reads Asset Allocation with ‘Asset’ in red and ‘Allocation’ in blue on a dark navy background.

What is Asset Allocation?

Asset allocation isn’t just stocks vs bonds. It’s the skeleton of your portfolio — built on time, goals, and risk tolerance. Get it wrong, and nothing else works.
3 min read
17
Sep
Graphic showing the phrase ‘What is Risk Tolerance?’ with a gauge indicator. The word ‘RISK’ is red, and the word ‘TOLERANCE’ is blue on a dark background.

What is Risk Tolerance?

Risk tolerance isn’t a quiz score. It’s your breaking point — the point where volatility forces you to sell or proves you can hold. Here’s how to find it.
3 min read
15
Sep
You’re Diversifying Wrong — bold contrarian investing visual showing growth, value, and dividends in an unbalanced pie chart.

You’re Diversifying Wrong: Here’s What Actually Works

Most investors think they’re diversified. They’re not. Owning a dozen tech stocks or “a little of everything” isn’t balance — here’s what actually works.
2 min read
11
Sep
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Why You'll Never Copy Pelosi's Trades (And What to Do Instead)

Copying Pelosi’s trades isn’t just hard—it’s impossible. The headlines hide the real story: options, delays, and missing details. Here’s why her strategy can’t be replicated, and what you can do instead.
7 min read
10
Sep
Amazon logo over candlestick stock chart showing downward trend, symbolizing valuation pressure and investment risk.

Amazon Stock: Moat, Trade-Offs, and Valuation Reality

Amazon runs e-commerce, cloud, streaming, and AI — but being everywhere doesn’t make it a buy. Here’s where it fits in a portfolio, and why valuation still matters.
2 min read
08
Sep
Stock market chart with red candlesticks crashing downward and a bold red arrow, overlaid with the words ‘20% LOSS

5 Warning Signs You’re Taking Too Much Investment Risk

I watched my portfolio drop 20% by ignoring these red flags. Here are 5 warning signs of excessive investment risk — plus a bonus mistake most investors overlook.
3 min read
02
Sep
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Understanding Dividend Aristocrats: The Steady Money Makers

Dividend Aristocrats are S&P 500 companies that raised dividends for 25+ years straight. Here’s why they matter and how to use them in your portfolio.
3 min read
02
Sep
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PEG Ratios and Growth Metrics: Unlocking the Next Level

The PEG ratio balances price, earnings, and growth. Learn how to use it to avoid bubbles, spot value, and sharpen your growth investing strategy.
3 min read
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