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The Real Investment Show Podcast

Lance Roberts

It"s a show about life, markets, sweat-equity, and the pursuit of wealth in a capitalist market.

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46:20

10-15-25 Is the Fed Poised to Pause Quantitative...

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2025/10/15

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell just hinted that the Fed may soon pause its balance-sheet runoff — a potential shift that could reshape market liquidity and investor sentiment. Lance Roberts & Danny Ratliff break down: * Why the Fed may pause QT — and what it signals about financial conditions. * How ending balance-sheet runoff affects liquidity, yields, and asset prices. * What history tells us about QT pauses and subsequent market rallies. * Why the Fed’s portfolio composition (Treasuries vs

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10-15-25 Will the Market Break the 20-DMA? | Before...

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2025/10/15

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10-14-25 Annuities: The Good, Bad, & the Ugly

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2025/10/14

Are annuities the safe retirement solution they’re sold as — or a financial trap in disguise? Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn unpack the good, the bad, and the ugly sides of annuities. 10:03 - Kitchen Sets & Intramural Flag Football 14:52 - Annuities - Good, Bad, & Ugly 18:08 - What is an Annuity? 20:16 - Different Flavors of Annuities 22:07 - The Ugly Truth About Early Surrender Fees 27:29 - Why Might You Need an Annuity? 31:20 - Three Reasons You'd Need an Annuity 34:36 - Annuities Should Be

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10-14-25 Will the Rally Hold—or Fold? | Before the Bell

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2025/10/14

Markets are at a turning point after Friday’s dip to the 50-day moving average and Monday’s rebound. But with futures pointing lower, investors are asking: will this rally hold—or fold? In today’s pre-market briefing: 📉 The 50-DMA test and what it signals for trend direction ⚙️ Why the 20-DMA is now key resistance for the S&P 💡 AI and tech stocks under pressure after heavy inflows ⚠️ Crypto’s shakeout: margin leverage and stop-loss resets 📊 What a 3–7% correction could mean for short-term risk

46:23

10-13-25 Markets vs Reality - Daniel LaCalle on the...

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2025/10/13

Are markets completely disconnected from economic reality? In this exclusive conversation, Lance Roberts of RIA Advisors sits down with Daniel LaCalle, Chief Economist at Tressis and author of Freedom or Equality, to examine the illusion of wealth, sovereign-debt bubbles, and why the next global crisis may already be forming beneath the surface. 🔍 Topics discussed: 0:18 - Intro - Is There a Disconnect Between Markets & Reality? 2:34 - The Monetary World is Completely Out of Control 5:56 - The

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10-10-25 Maximize Your Money: The Hierarchy of Smart...

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2025/10/10

How do you make every dollar work harder for you? Richard Rosso breaks down the Hierarchy of Smart Savings Strategies — a smart, structured approach to prioritize where to save and invest for maximum growth and minimum taxes. This simple yet powerful framework helps you build wealth efficiently, protect against taxes, and optimize your financial future. 0:19 - Foundational Basis & Economic Conundrum 8:05 - Prioritizing Saving Money - Pay Yourself First 12:58 - How to Create a Tax Management Wave

51:11

10-9-25 Recession & Bonds - What Happens When the...

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2025/10/09

A recession usually means falling inflation and lower bond yields — good news for bond investors. But what if this time is different? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz break down how the next recession could flip the bond trade from bullish to bearish — and why government policy and fiscal stimulus may once again distort the relationship between inflation, yields, and bond prices. 0:19 - US Dollar Impact on Multi-national Companies 3:32 - Expectations for Market Reversal 9:45 - The AI Chase &

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10-9-25 Calm Before the Crack? Fragile Markets Keep...

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2025/10/09

Markets continue to push higher as optimism remains strong, fueled by massive corporate share buybacks and record retail inflows. Since April, liquidity has been the lifeblood of this rally — but beneath the surface, the setup is increasingly fragile. The MACD has been flat for weeks, volatility remains near historic lows, and options positioning shows a large negative delta. That combination can unwind quickly if the 20-DMA gives way. A simple 5% correction could feel twice as painful after months

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10-8-25 Markets, Money & Mindset: Live Q&A with Lance...

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2025/10/08

Join Lance Roberts for a live open Q&A on markets, money, and investing. We’ll cover what’s on your mind—from market melt-ups and Fed policy to portfolio positioning and economic risks. No scripts, no fluff—just real talk and real answers about what’s moving markets and shaping investor behavior. 0:19 - Markets are Absorbing Money 4:14 - Profit Taking in Bitcoin 9:15 - YouTube Poll - The #1 Thing on Your Mind About Markets 10:09 - How Do You Invest Right Now? 12:23 - Liquidity is King 18:05 - You

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10-8-25 Dollar Breakout & Bitcoin Pullback - What It...

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2025/10/08

Markets were slightly lower on Tuesday, but small caps and Bitcoin saw sharper declines as investors took profits. After notching new highs, Bitcoin is now forming a potential series of tops — and what happens next could determine whether this rally continues or a correction unfolds. At the same time, the U.S. Dollar is quietly breaking out of its consolidation range to the upside. A stronger Dollar typically pressures risk assets, from emerging markets to commodities and crypto. The question now:

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10-7-25 7 Midlife Money Traps That Destroy Wealth

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2025/10/07

In your 30s, 40s, or 50s, life gets busy—and money decisions get complicated. Many professionals fall into the same midlife financial traps that quietly erode their future wealth. Lance Roberts & Jon Penn unpack seven common midlife money mistakes that can derail your long-term goals—from lifestyle creep and poor diversification to credit card debt and get-rich-quick schemes. Learn how to stay focused, protect your growing assets, and build financial independence while managing the real pressures of

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10-7-25 Market Highs & Hidden Risks: Why This Rally...

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2025/10/07

Markets hit new all-time highs Monday, closing up roughly 40 basis points, and futures point higher again this morning. But beneath the surface, extreme deviations above the 200-day moving average are forming—a setup that rarely lasts. In this short video, Lance Roberts explains why markets stretched this far above long-term averages eventually correct, how those drawdowns affect investors both financially and psychologically, and why low-quality, no-income stocks are suddenly leading the rally. 📈

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10-6-25 Bear Market Losses: The Dangerous Illusion...

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2025/10/06

Investors often believe that when markets “recover,” their portfolios do too — but that’s a dangerous illusion. In this episode, Lance Roberts breaks down why percentage losses and gains are not symmetrical, and how a 50% loss requires a 100% gain just to break even. We’ll discuss why bear market math destroys long-term returns, how emotional investors get trapped in the “illusion of recovery,” and why managing risk during drawdowns matters more than chasing every rally. 0:19 - The First Full

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10-6-25 Markets on Edge: Too Much Speculation? |...

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2025/10/06

Markets flirted with all-time highs again on Friday, but the speculative fever is spreading fast. From overbought gold and rising volatility to widening gaps between prices and moving averages, signs of investor overconfidence are everywhere. In this pre-market update, Lance Roberts breaks down: Why speculation is building across stocks, gold, and global markets The growing disconnect between market prices and fundamentals What rising VIX volatility and overbought gold could signal How momentum and

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10-3-25 Protecting Your Family's Future: Financial...

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2025/10/03

Protecting your family starts with the right financial basics. In this video, we break down the must-have estate planning tools, insurance coverage, and financial safeguards every household needs. From wills and trusts to life insurance, disability coverage, and guardianship designations, we’ll cover how to ensure your loved ones are secure no matter what happens. We’ll also dive into digital assets, medical directives, and children’s financial planning — the often-overlooked steps that protect

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10-2-25 Who Needs the BLS? Shutdown Silences Jobs Report

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2025/10/02

The government shutdown has silenced the Bureau of Labor Statistics, leaving investors without the monthly jobs report. But does Wall Street really need the BLS to keep moving? Lance Roberts & Michael Lebowitz explore what happens when government labor data goes missing, how traders adapt, and what alternative indicators might offer clues about the state of the economy. Lance and Mike also examine valuation metrics in the markets, and discuss claims that interest rates are still too high. Can the

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10-2-25 Markets Hit All-Time Highs: October Tailwinds...

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2025/10/02

Markets reached new all-time highs Wednesday, once again bouncing off the 20-day moving average. Since April, each test of the 20-DMA has sparked fresh rallies, while volatility remains tightly compressed. With October seasonality often providing tailwinds, investors are asking: is the market set up for a strong year-end run? In today’s pre-market update, we cover: Why markets keep holding the 20-DMA trendline The impact of October volatility and average returns Healthcare strength broadening gains

50:57

10-1-25 Government Shutdown Begins: What It Means for...

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2025/10/01

The U.S. government shutdown has officially started. What does this mean for the economy, markets, and your investments? Lance Roberts covers the immediate fallout from the shutdown on federal spending, workers, and services ; how markets have historically reacted during shutdowns—and what to expect this time; the risk to GDP, delayed economic data releases, and consumer confidence. This shutdown is more than politics—it’s a real test for the economy and financial markets. Stay informed and

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10-1-25 October Rally or Correction? Markets Enter...

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2025/10/01

October kicks off the seasonally strong six months of the year (Oct–Mar), but investors shouldn’t assume smooth sailing. Historically, October averages about a 1% gain. Yet markets just notched five straight months of S&P 500 gains during the seasonally weak window, raising the odds of a short-term pullback. In this pre-market update, Lance Roberts breaks down: Why history suggests a 4–5% correction may be due. How earnings season, corporate buybacks, and fund managers playing “catch-up” could fuel

43:06

9-30-25 Why Do We Invest? 10 Powerful Reasons Explained

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2025/09/30

Why do we invest? The answer goes far beyond just making money. Lance Roberts & Jonathan Penn, Two Dads on Money, break down the most important reasons people put their money to work in the markets. Lance and Jon also show why investing is not just for Wall Street professionals—it’s for everyone. Whether you’re just starting out or refining your long-term strategy, this episode will give you a clear framework for why investing is essential for financial freedom and peace of mind. 0:19 - Quarter-end

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