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Brian Feroldi

I teach investors how to analyze businesses so they can invest with confidence.

Brian Feroldi started investing in 2004. In the beginning, he had no idea what he was doing and got his teeth kicked in. His returns improved dramatically over time as his knowledge about the stock market grew. In 2015, Brian became a writer for the Motley Fool. He has since written more than 3,000 articles on stocks, investing, and personal finance. Brian lives in Rhode Island with his wife and three kids.

Latest PodcastEpisodes

2024 Investing Update | Brian Feroldi
— Feb 26, 2024

2024 Investing Update | Brian Feroldi

Prepare for 2024 by understanding the stock market's dynamics and the strategies that can help you thrive. Experts are discussing how to navigate the highs and lows while maintaining a long-term perspective. The power of a buy-and-hold strategy, coupled with educated investing, can lead to significant financial independence.
Why Does the Stock Market Go Up? | Brian Feroldi
— Apr 04, 2022

Why Does the Stock Market Go Up? | Brian Feroldi

Brian Feraldi reveals critical insights into the stock market's dynamics, explaining why prices rise and fall. With a focus on the importance of understanding individual companies behind the indices, he encourages a long-term perspective that aligns with effective investing strategies. By dissecting key concepts, this episode highlights how focusing on fundamentals can empower investors to make informed decisions.
Runaway Winners and the Balanced Portfolio with Brian Feroldi
— Nov 08, 2021

Runaway Winners and the Balanced Portfolio with Brian Feroldi

When investments like Tesla or cryptocurrencies significantly rise, they can dominate your portfolio, necessitating a reevaluation of your strategy. This episode dives deep into effective management of runaway winners, emphasizing the importance of risk assessment and emotional stability during market fluctuations. Brian Feroldi shares insights on determining exposure limits and implementing an investor policy statement to guide decision-making, ensuring you leave no stone unturned in managing volatile assets.
Watch the Business Not the Stock with Brian Feroldi
— Jun 07, 2021

Watch the Business Not the Stock with Brian Feroldi

Market volatility often creates disparities between stock prices and the actual health of businesses. In this insightful episode, we examine the significant lessons learned from high-profile funds like ARK. Guest expert Brian Faraldi sheds light on why understanding business fundamentals is crucial for investors aiming to achieve financial independence. Don't miss the deep dive into strategies that help navigate investment choices, particularly in a tumultuous market environment.
GameStop: Squeezed to the Max | Brian Feroldi
— Feb 05, 2021

GameStop: Squeezed to the Max | Brian Feroldi

The GameStop phenomenon has captivated investors and the public alike, revealing the inherent complexities of short selling and market psychology. This episode dives deep into the mechanics behind the massive short squeeze that propelled GameStop shares to unprecedented heights, largely driven by coordinated actions from the WallStreetBets community. Experts dissect the implications of such events on personal investing strategies and emphasize the importance of understanding the psychological aspects of trading that can lead to market volatility. Those seeking financial independence must recognize the fundamental differences between investing and gambling, particularly in high-stakes scenarios like this.
The Complexity in Simplicity at M1 | Brian Barnes
— Feb 01, 2021

The Complexity in Simplicity at M1 | Brian Barnes

Brian Barnes, founder of M1 Finance, shares insights on transforming investing through automation and user-friendly management tools. The conversation highlights M1's focus on enabling long-term investing strategies over day trading, illustrating the platform's features like fractional shares and dynamic portfolio management. Discover how M1 Finance helps users minimize costs and simplify their investment processes, setting the stage for achieving financial independence.
Stock Fundamentals With Brian Feroldi
— Apr 29, 2020

Stock Fundamentals With Brian Feroldi

Stocks represent more than just transactions; they symbolize ownership in companies and their profits. This episode dissects how stock prices reflect the underlying profit generation that companies deliver. Understand the difference between stock price and valuation metrics, and learn how index funds leverage profit growth for long-term success. Insights from Brian Faraldi provide a foundational perspective on why investing in stocks goes beyond the numbers, highlighting the vital interplay between profits and market performance.
Demystify College Scholarships | Brian Eufinger | Edison Prep
— Feb 11, 2019

Demystify College Scholarships | Brian Eufinger | Edison Prep

114 | Brian Eufinger, co-founder of Edison Prep, dives deep into the college admissions process and explains how a student should approach grades and test scores to give themselves the best college options, and how to pay for college without collecting a huge student loan debt.
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