Cents of Security by Interactive Brokers

Mar 06 2025 87 ep. 23 mins 15
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Cents of Security explores foundational economic concepts and personal finance. For those starting out in finance or just want to know more about how your finances work, check out our episodes! Some topics include retirement saving, IPOs, buying a home, and more.

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Basics of Buffered ETFs

Mar 06 2025 29 mins  
Buffered ETFs are sometimes looked at for helping against losses or downsides in an investor portfolio. The topic of buffered ETFs can be complex and there are several pros and cons to consider. Ron Delegge, the founder of ETFguide, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Market Bubbles: The Mechanics of Blowing Up Market Bubbles: The Mechanics of Blowing Up

Feb 26 2025 22 mins  
In this episode we explore market bubbles and what they have taught us in terms of economics and behaviors of financial markets. How do these bubbles form? What do they leave in the aftermath of a popped bubble? Giuseppe Sette, President at Reflexivity, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Leveraged and Inverse ETFs: Are They a Trader's Double Edge Sword?

Feb 19 2025 14 mins  
In this episode we explore leveraged and inverse ETFs. They have many details associated that are a bit different than a standard stock or ETF investment. These include complexity, amplification of investment, and specific risks associated. We hope our listeners can learn more about their qualities and how they could be integrated into achieving financial goals. Edward Egilinsky, M

Tariff Impacts: Economic and Consumer Perspectives

Feb 12 2025 16 mins  
Tariffs have been a popular topic as of late. There are debates on if they are positive or negative for the economy, and how they can impact the everyday consumer. In this episode we explore details associated with tariffs and their effects on investment strategies. Jose Torres, Interactive Brokers’ Senior Economist joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

An FYI on CDS (Credit Default Swaps)

Feb 05 2025 13 mins  
Credit default swaps are a complex topic in the derivatives market. They were a hot topic in 2008, as they were usually part of the conversation with mortgage-backed securities. In this episode, we are joined by Caleb Silver, Editor-in-Chief at Investopedia. We explore some of the foundational aspects associated and discuss the part these products play in the market.

Reviewing Finances in the New Year

Jan 29 2025 14 mins  
With the new year upon us, resolutions and reviews of all kinds are taking place. When it comes to your finances, there can be many elements to take into consideration. We are going to explore the common elements and the often forgotten about financial items. Elizabeth Ayoola, Personal Finance Expert at NerdWallet joins us for this episode to discuss.

VC Firms - Who and What Are They?

Jan 22 2025 16 mins  
Well-known companies like Google, Apple, and many others had investors from the venture capital (VC) space. However, you may be asking yourself what exactly is venture capital? Who are venture capital firms and what do they invest in? In this episode we look to answer those foundational questions.

How Do Dividends Work?

Jan 15 2025 12 mins  
In this episode we explore dividends. There are many layers to this topic such as types, distribution, and more. In this conversation explain the foundational concepts for those looking to learn more about dividends and potentially adding them to their investment strategy.

Staying on Theme with Thematic Investing

Jan 09 2025 16 mins  
Thematic investing and the strategies associated are big topics. There are many approaches and details to consider. In this episode, we look to answer foundational questions to help listeners understand the basics of the thematic investment market. Alex Gunz, Equity Fund Manager at Heptagon Capital joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Machine Learning in Finance

Jan 08 2025 25 mins  
You may not realize it, but Machine learning is used in the Financial Services industry within features, tools, and decision making. In this episode we break down machine learning and it’s use cases. Ernest Chan, Chief Scientist, Predictnow.ai, and Founder, QTS Capital Management joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.