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The Plain Bagel

The Plain Bagel

Investing and personal finance educational videos with a hint of economics, posted regularly.I"m a CFA charterholder and CFP professional working as an analyst for an investment management company in Ottawa. I"m a huge finance nerd and am passionate about the field - I think people lack the resources they need to make educated financial decisions, and hopefully this channel helps with that!For collaboration/other inquiries: richard@theplainbagel.comFor

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15:21

The SEC Goes After Crypto Exchanges - Why People are...

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/06

The SEC announced that it is suing both Binance and Coinbase this week. The implications could be massive for the crypto industry. In today’s video, I explain what this means for the area, and why people are upset about the lawsuits.Uploaded 07-06-23If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at https://www.patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:Richard does not have a position in Coinbase or any mentioned stocks.This channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute financial

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14:57

SPACs Explained (and Why You Might Want to Avoid Them)

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/05

The first 100 people to use this link (or use coupon code BAGEL50) will get a free week of Noa's premium subscription, plus 50% the annual fee: https://www.newsoveraudio.com/bagelUploaded 04-12-20Purchase your Plain Bagel Mug today! Proceeds for 2020 will be donated to Doctors Without Borders: https://store.dftba.com/collections/the-plain-bagel/products/the-plain-bagel-mugSPACs have been popping up left, right and centre, but are they worth all the hype? We explain the investment vehicle, and why

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19:48

Investment Analyst Reacts to Investing TikToks (Part 5)

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/04

This video is sponsored by Blinkist - get a 7-day free trial and 25% off Blinkist Annual Premium by clicking here: https://www.blinkist.com/theplainbagel or scanning the QR code in video.Uploaded 09-06-23We're back watching some of finance TikTok's...finest?My name's Richard Coffin, I'm an investment analyst with my Chartered Financial Analyst and Certified Financial Planner designations, registered with the Ontario Securities Commission as a portfolio manager.If you'd like to support the channel,

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11:52

Why and How Investors Own Gold

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/04

Click the link to get two FREE months of Skillshare Premium: https://skl.sh/theplainbagel4If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at Patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-musicGold has long stood as a popular financial asset, but why? After all, it isn't a currency, a commodity, nor a cash-generating investment. Today, we'll look into why investors buy gold, and how they go about actually owning the stuff.This video was sponsored by

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19:19

The Crazy Tariff Announcement Crashing Markets

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/04

Liberation Day has come - let's sort through the wreckageIf you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at https://www.patreon.com/c/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:This channel is for education purposes only and is not affiliated with any financial institution, although Richard does work as an employee for an investment manager. Richard Coffin does not provide recommendations on The Plain Bagel - those looking for investment advice should seek out a registered professional. Richard is not

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15:23

The Difference Between The Stock Market and The Economy

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/04

The first 1000 people to use the link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: https://skl.sh/theplainbagel11201Uploaded 20-11-20Purchase your Plain Bagel Mug today! Proceeds for 2020 will be donated to Doctors Without Borders: https://store.dftba.com/collections/the-plain-bagel/products/the-plain-bagel-mugToday we explore the difference between the stock market and the economy, and why the two have diverged so drastically during this pandemic.Intro Music: Marty Gots a Plan by Kevin

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21:02

How I Research Stocks - Step-by-Step Fundamental...

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/03

This video is sponsored by Morning Brew - use the following link to sign up for their awesome newsletter: https://morningbrewdaily.com/theplainbagel00:00 - Introduction02:02 - Screening for ideas03:09 - Understanding the business05:51 - Understanding the finances09:50 - Understanding the strategy13:00 - Stock Valuation15:44 - Review and finalize notes17:11 - ConclusionResources (no current affiliation):- Free Screener: https://finviz.com/screener.ashx- Free Data Terminals (some with

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15:28

Stock Buybacks - The Good And The Bad Explained

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/03

The first 100 people to go to https://www.blinkist.com/theplainbagel will get unlimited access for 1 week to try out Blinkist. You'll also get 25% off if you want the full membership.Purchase your Plain Bagel Mug today! Proceeds for 2020 will be donated to Doctors Without Borders: https://store.dftba.com/collections/the-plain-bagel/products/the-plain-bagel-mugThe stock buyback is broadly viewed as a positive thing by value investors, but how exactly does it work, and can it actually be a net

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16:09

Using ChatGPT to Trade Stocks - Let's Talk

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/02

How Money Work's video on ChatGPT: https://youtu.be/TbBEScH-is4University of Florida study: https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4412788Let's talk about recent experiments and studies that are using ChatGPT to trade stocks...and why it's probably not a good idea.If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at Patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:This channel is for education purposes only and is not affiliated with any financial institution, although Richard does work as an

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4:22

The Plain Bagel Now Has Merch

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/01

The Plain Bagel Mug is on pre-sale now: https://store.dftba.com/collections/the-plain-bagel/products/the-plain-bagel-mugAll 2020 channel proceeds from the sale of these mugs will be donated to Doctors Without Borders. Learn more about the charity here: https://www.doctorswithoutborders.ca/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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21:01

FedNow, and the Conspiracy Theories Around It, Explained

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/10/01

The Federal Reserve just launched FedNow, a new instant payment platform, and a select few online are sounding the alarm. This video will explain what FedNow really is.If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at https://www.patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:This channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute financial advice - Richard is not responsible for investment actions taken by viewers. Please seek out a registered advisor if you require assistance (while

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10:52

YouTube Has an Investment Scam Comment Problem

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/30

Just wanted to vent about a problem I've noticed on my channel, and the investment space as a whole. This is something I've brought up with YouTube, but pending any further action from them I wanted to raise awareness and ask for your help in dealing with these fraudsters!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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16:22

What's Going on With Tupperware's Stock?

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/29

Tupperware's Stock is up 700%+... let's dive into why this boring company is seeing less-than-boring performance.SEC Report link: https://www.sec.gov/files/staff-report-equity-options-market-struction-conditions-early-2021.pdfIf you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at https://www.patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:Richard does not have a position in ticker IEP or any mentioned stocks.This channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute financial advice - Richard is not

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17:48

5 Common Investment Scams (And How to Avoid Them)

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/29

Happy Friday everyone! Get 68% off NordVPN (for $3.71/mo), plus an additional month FREE by visiting https://nordvpn.com/theplainbagel2 or using code theplainbagel2 at checkout.If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at Patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)There are plenty of scams out there, especially in the world of investing - today we go over 5 of them so you can better avoid them in the future.Intro Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-musicThis video is sponsored by

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29:43

Investment Analyst Explains: The Big Short

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/28

This video is sponsored by NordVPN - grab the NordVPN deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/theplainbagel and get extra subscription time. Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee.Previous The Big Short video: https://youtu.be/zZZb8GhsEfcIf you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at https://www.patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:This channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute financial advice - Richard is not responsible for investment actions taken by viewers

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16:03

Why Price Volatility is NOT Risk

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/28

The first 1000 people to use the link will get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: https://skl.sh/theplainbagel10201CORRECTION: at 2:00, the Y-axis of the graphs should be the stock's return, not it's price, sorry for the error!If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at Patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)Volatility has come to represent risk in a plethora of investment theories and models, but there are some fundamental flaws to this approach. We go over them in today's video. Intro

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19:06

Evergrande Files Chapter 15 Bankruptcy Protection -...

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/27

00:00 - Intro01:39 - Recap04:06 - Chapter 15 filing05:52 - China’s real estate market08:13 - The concerns09:03 - How this differs from 200812:20 - Closing thoughtsEvergrande recently filed for Chapter 15 bankruptcy - let's dive into what this means, and where China's real estate market (and economy) stand today.DISCLAIMER: I do not hold positions in any of the mentioned companies.This channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute financial advice - Richard is not responsible for

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18:00

Growth Vs Value Investing

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/26

The first 100 people to go to https://www.blinkist.com/theplainbagel will get unlimited access for 1 week to try out Blinkist. You'll also get 25% off if you want the full membership.If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at Patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)Value and Growth Investing are two of the most popular investing strategies around, but what do they entail, and how do they compare? We answer these questions and more in today's video.Intro Music:

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22:59

Addressing the Blackrock/Vanguard Situation

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/26

Some online are claiming that Blackrock, Vanguard, and other massive asset managers secretly run the world. Let's look at the evidence.If you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at https://www.patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)DISCLAIMER:Richard does not have a position in Blackrock or Vanguard.This channel is for education purposes only and does not constitute financial advice - Richard is not responsible for investment actions taken by viewers. Please seek out a registered advisor if you

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19:27

Forex Trading/Investing Explained

The Plain Bagel ·

2026/09/25

For a limited time, use the link in my description to get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership: https://skl.sh/theplainbagel09201Video on Futures: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Mhk4UHJsRc&t=0sVideo on Options: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VJgHkAqohbU&t=0sIf you'd like to support the channel, you can do so at Patreon.com/ThePlainBagel :)Intro/Outro Music: https://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-musicToday we cover forex, FX, foreign exchange, whatever you like to call it. Seen by some as

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