Orion's The Weighing Machine

In this episode, we discuss whether or not a market bubble is on the horizon, why value is more attractive than growth, and the limitations of a traditional 60/40 portfolio. Plus, we cover the “Three ‘D’ Hurricanes” that can impact global asset classes. Special guest: Rob Arnott, founder and chairman of the board of Research Affiliates. 2170-OAS-08/20/2020

In this episode, we provide an up-to-date market outlook and discuss the importance of due diligence. Plus, the largest antitrust investigation in 50 years, opportunities in fixed income and why investors should own gold. 2114-OAS-08/14/2020

In this episode, we discuss the market's steady, yet choppy incline and what advisors need to know when navigating the market environment. Special guest: Advanced Asset Management Advisors Bob Baker (3:20). 1896-OPS-7/24/2020

In this episode, we find some positivity in a sea of negative news. We also discuss balanced portfolios — and how we might want to change them — and what will the election mean for the markets? Plus, big news from Orion and Brinker Capital. 1778-CLS-07/14/2020

In this episode, we discuss what the future could hold for investors in the second half of 2020; Robyn asks some tough questions to Rusty; Rusty turns the tables on Robyn; and we get an in-depth look into Orion's new biotech, metals & mining strategies. Special guest: Orion Portfolio Solutions' Horacio Carias. 1677-OPS-6/29/2020

In this episode, will value investing ever come back? Or are traditional market cycles being upended in a new world order? We tackle your most common questions as the economy reopens. Special guest: CLS Investments' Case Eichenberger. 1529-OAS-6/11/2020

In this episode, we discuss several reasons why investors should be optimistic about the market going forward, the potential for a market recovery, and major takeaways from the digital Berkshire Hathway meeting. Special guest: Brandywine Global's Jack McIntrye (33:38). 1369-OAS-5/21/2020

In this episode, we evaluate the economic environment heading into earnings season as the market recovery continues and share five key takeaways from the COVID-19 outbreak. Special guest: State Street Global Advisors Michael Arone (11:47).   1196-OPS-5/5/2020

In this episode, we discuss how the price war between Saudi Arabia and Russia oil has impacted the global market environment, the impact of a major cash drawdown, and how economies are restarting around the world. Special guest: Capital Group's Marc Nabi (16:58).    1133-CLS-4/28/2020

In this episode, we recap the worst Q1 in market history and the odds of an economic recovery in the near-term. We also explain how advisors can rebalance their portfolios to prepare for what's ahead and how ETFs have fared during the COVID-19 outbreak. Special guest: Clark Capital's Sean Clark (34:16) Clark Capital is not affiliated with Orion and does not explicitly approve or endorse any servic...

In this episode, we review the economic impact of the coronavirus pandemic. Will the historic stimulus package and unprecedented steps by the Fed be enough to stem the damage? Special guest: Cougar Global Investments’ Abe Sheikh (33:37)   0801-OPS-3/30/2020

In today’s episode we review the market turmoil — what’s crashing, what’s surviving, and is anything thriving? We also discuss what we’re doing to combat the crisis and keep your portfolios safe. Special guest: Litman Gregory’s Perter Sousa (29:37)   0712-OPS-3/23/2020

In this episode, we discuss the market impact of the coronavirus, as the implications of the outbreak reverberate around the world. Special guest: PIMCO’s Erin Leighty (24:21)   0624-OPS-3/16/2020

In this episode, we discuss the current risk-off environment, Americans’ approach to saving money, the benefits of international diversification and why we may appear to have a “bias” against the U.S. market. Along with CLS Investment Research Analysts Michael Hadden and Nick Codola, we also discuss which sectors are making money and our newest publication: The Snapshot....

In this episode, CLS Investments’ Chief Investment Officer, Marc Pfeffer, discusses the reasons for the market’s recent sell-off (including the coronavirus and U.S. elections), insights on market volatility, whether Tesla is a good buy, and income strategies for the current market environment. In addition, (at the 17:30 mark) Rusty talks to the CEO and president...

We are excited to introduce a new format for The Weighing Machine podcast. From now on, in addition to hearing market insights from the investment team at CLS Investments, you will also hear an in-depth interview with a strategist at Orion Portfolio Solutions, CLS’s sister company. In this episode, Orion Director of Investment Due Diligence...

A look at the state of the ETF marketplace, important changes to retirement planning, and the market impact of recent military action in Iran. CLS Director of Research and Senior Portfolio Manager Grant Engelbart sits down to discuss the most attractive areas of the market and improvements made to CLS’s Risk Budgeting methodology. This week’s...

This week, Orion CIO Rusty Vanneman, CFA, CMT, digs into the value of outsourcing investment management, the importance of due diligence, and how news headlines have driven markets in 2019. Rusty is joined by CLS CIO Marc Pfeffer who shares his take on recent market news, including a “phase one” trade deal between the U.S....

Rusty is joined by CLS Directors of Research and Senior Portfolio Managers Grant Engelbart, CFA, CAIA, and Kostya Etus, CFA, to discuss the return of active management, lingering fears of a recession, how to measure risk, and finding diamonds in the rough. This week’s guest is Orion Chief Operating Officer Ryan Beach. Ryan talks about...

This week, we answer some of the most common recent questions we’ve been hearing from investors, and we share our expectations for the rest of 2019. Plus, CLS Client Portfolio Manager Jeovany Zelaya and analysts Michael Hadden and Nick Codola sit down to discuss the importance of diversification, connecting with new generations of investors, and...

As the U.S. and China seem to be making progress on trade negotiations – we’re discussing what the latest developments could mean for investors. Plus, after the recent un-inversion of the yield curve – is there still a possibility of an impeding recession? And, CLS Chief Investment Officer Marc Pfeffer discusses why bonds have had...

Lessons from a volatile month, Tweet-sized answers to your top questions, and is Warren Buffett’s investing style still relevant? [2:05] CLS Chief Investment Strategist Marc Pfeffer talks about moves by the Federal Reserve, trade tensions, and President Trump’s Tweets that have prompted recent market volatility. [33:15] This week’s guest is Bruce Bischoff, CLS’s head of...

In this jam-packed episode, Rusty discusses the Fed’s rate cut, ETF performance, and the surprising relationship between ETFs and expense ratios. [14:20] Plus, CLS Director of Research and Senior Portfolio Manager Grant Engelbart sits down to talk about the power of compounding, small-cap stocks, and highlights from CLS’s recent Investment Committee meeting. [27:59] This episode’s...

[2:23] A lot has changed since the birth of our nation, but one thing that has persevered is inflation! [5:02] Plus, CLS Senior Client Portfolio Manager Case Eichenberger talks about why investors should learn to love their bonds and the importance of being resilient. [24:04] Rusty interviews CLS Chief Behavioral Scientist and Analytics Officer Nicholas...

CLS President & CIO Rusty Vanneman answers some of the top questions he has been hearing from investors – including “how likely is a recession?”. [6:20] CLS Deputy Chief Investment Officer Joe Smith breaks down how we’re helping investors search for yield in a low-rate environment. [21:26] Plus, a discussion on investing opportunities in artificial...