Advisor Success Series

In this episode, we catch up with Dave Nadig, Chief Investment Officer and Director of Research at ETF Trends and ETF Database (owned by ETF Flows, LLC).  We discuss how exchange-traded funds ("ETFs") fared during the March 2020 market meltdown, Dave's outlook for the fund industry looking ahead, how we might see renewed interest in traditional active management, and the fund disintermediation thr...

In this episode, we are pleased to be joined by Ric Edelman, Founder of Edelman Financial Engines and, more recently, Founder of RIA Digital Assets Council (RIADAC).  We dive into the recent surge in investor appetite for digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies embodied by Bitcoin and Etherium, discuss the differences between digital assets and stable coins, and hear about Ric's goal of providing...

In this episode, Matt Shute is joined by his colleague Ed Schweitzer to discuss the behavioral "coach" role that financial advisors take on when working with clients. Ed recently joined the firm and brings a great deal of insight into how successful advisors work with clients to ensure they reach their financial goals. 

In this episode, we catch up with Larry McDonald, former Lehman Brothers bond trader and current proprietor of the Bear Traps Report.  We discuss the shifting market landscape that could see a handoff from the government to the private sector as the world recovers from the coronavirus epidemic.  A bigger debate concerns whether the world's infrastructure has the capacity to accommodate a post-COVI...

In this episode, we dive into PIMCO's newly released Secular Outlook and why we should expect a lower for longer scenario as the world tries to move past the COVID-19 pandemic.  We discuss implications around 1) China's continuing emergence as a global economic growth driver, 2) continued electoral pressures stemming from populism, 3) rising climate-related risks with respect to corporate governan...

Since the mid-March/April coronavirus pandemic market meltdown, broad basket commodities (precious and industrial metals, energy, agriculture) have enjoyed a strong recovery alongside other reflationary asset beneficiaries like equities.  Robert (Bob) Minter, Head of Investment Strategy at Aberdeen Standard Investments, shares his outlook on how the second act for commodities plays as we face some...

In this episode, 3D discusses late-stage venture financing opportunities with Christian Munafo, CIO of SP Investments Management, the asset management arm of SharesPost .  In this episode, we discuss why retail investors should consider late-stage venture financing as part of an overall equity growth strategy, how they can access private companies through retail investment vehicles like interval f...

We have the pleasure of catching up with Bob DeRochie, Fixed Income Specialist – Client Portfolio Manager at First Trust Advisors , to discuss the state of the fixed income markets following the significant recovery in credit risk during Q2.  Although much of the market is trading at rich levels, Bob still sees relative value opportunities across hybrid fixed income such as high yield, convertible...

In this episode, we had the pleasure of catching up with ETF Industry veteran Chris Hemstead, now Director of Institutional Business Development at IndexIQ , part of New York Life Investment Company.  Chris reflects on last March's market meltdown and how ETFs performed during this tumultuous period.  He also shares his optimism about the growth of the ETF market and the potential for innovative p...

In this episode, Richard Taormina, Head of the Tax Aware Strategies team at JPMorgan Asset Management, will discuss the state of the U.S. municipal bond market during and after the mid-March capital markets meltdown and why much of the market has not fully recovered from the first quarter sell-off. The muni market is not fully out of the woods but is also presenting compelling opportunities.

In this episode, Matt Shute is joined by Andy McFetridge, National Sales Manager at John Hancock Investment Management. Andy provides insights into the advisory world and how advisors can efficiently and effectively communicate their value propositions to clients. To learn more about how John Hancock Investment Management and how they are helping advisors go to: https://www.jhinvestments.com/

3D sits down with Steve Sachs, Managing Director and Head of ETF Capital Markets at Goldman Sachs.  Steve shares his views on why he believes ETF capital markets largely functioned the way they were designed to do despite the significant price and liquidity dislocations during the depths of the March bear market.  We also debate about the Federal Reserve's role in providing emergency lending and l...

We had the pleasure of speaking with WisdomTree Investment's Kevin Flanagan, Head of Fixed Income Strategy, and Michael Barrer, Associate Direct in Capital Markets.  In this special episode, we discuss the disruptions seen across fixed income market pricing and liquidity – one of several fallouts from the Coronavirus pandemic.  In addition, we discuss the longer-term implications of the Federal Re...

We are pleased to be joined by Jeremy Schwartz, Global Head of Research, and Will Peck, Head of Corporate Strategy, at WisdomTree .  In this episode, Jeremy provides his take on how to make sense of the extreme market volatility this past month.  We then discuss WisdomTree's foray into the digital asset ecosystem with their recent investment in Seccurency, a blockchain-based financial infrastructu...

3D attended the 2020 Inside ETF Conference down in Hollywood, FL, and took the opportunity to interview some of the attendees for our Advisor Success Series podcast. [00:00] Matt Hougan, Global Head of Research, Bitwise Asset Management , provides an update on the crypto-currency landscape including the recent launch of insured custodial services for institutional crypto-currency accounts, the eme...

In this episode, we are joined by Damien Dormer, U.S. Equity Portfolio Manager and Vice President at DFA, to discuss DFA's approach to sustainability and socially responsible investing.  We discuss the importance of data integrity and efficient implementation of equity and fixed income portfolios oriented toward sustainable investing.

In this episode, we discuss Bob's overall outlook on the fixed income market as well as cover some less-followed areas of fixed income and where he sees attractive relative value.  In addition, Bob shares his outlook on interest rates heading into 2020 and why investors should expect a steeper yield curve.  There is no guarantee that past trends will continue or projections will be realized. Inves...

In this episode, we welcome back John Davi, Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Astoria Advisors. We discuss Astoria's market outlook, why it's difficult to predict recessions, and how to position for the coming year.

In this podcast episode, Matt Hougan provides an update on the crypto-currency landscape and why he is not concerned over the SEC's latest rejection of Bitwise's proposal for a crypto exchange-traded fund (ETF).  Matt also provides valuable insights on the latest crypto-currency trends, increases our understanding of the crypto-currency investment ecosystem, and clears up some misconceptions.

In this podcast episode, Andrew Opdyke from First Trust shares a more sanguine outlook for the U.S. economy and equities despite lingering concerns over US-China trade conflicts and global manufacturing slowdown.

On this podcast, Matt Shute is joined by Brian Cooper from ProAdvisor Coach. Brian has an extensive background in financial services; coaching advisors and teams. Brian discusses ProAdvisors' keys to success for advisors and how they approach problem areas to bring the most out of any practice.   For your free MindScan review- Text 79-79-79, or email Brian directly at  Brian@ProAdvisorCoach.com  !...

In this episode, we sit down with Hardeep Walia, founder and CEO of Motif.  Hardeep discusses Motif's approach for applying artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and deep data analytics to build global thematic indices tied to the Next Wave of Innovation.  This podcast highlights the increased systematization of the asset management industry by advancements in artificial intelligen...

In this episode, Rich Farr, Chief Market Strategist at Merion Capital Group, shares his latest market and macroeconomic outlooks.  Listen to why Rich is cautious in the near-term about stocks and credit pricing. Although he is not forecasting a recession, he believes gold and cash are preferable to taking on further equity and fixed income risk.      

On this episode, Ben Lavine sits down with Brendan Ahern to discuss specific investment themes tied to China's growing economy.  Brendan also shares some counterpoints to some bear market arguments concerning China's sensitivity to a slowdown in global trade activity and China's ability to manage its significant debt levels. 

On this episode, Ben Lavine sits down with Phil to discuss his perspectives on some of the hot issues facing the markets as well as how an independent ETF provider can remain competitive in a sea of big box providers.