

Cents of Security by Interactive Brokers
Interactive Brokers Podcast
Cents of Security explores foundational economic concepts and personal finance. For those starting out in finance or just want to know more about how your finances work, check out our episodes! Some topics include retirement saving, IPOs, buying a home, and more.
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Apr 23, 2025 • 19min
Tactical Asset Allocation: A Dynamic Investment Strategy
Tactical asset allocation is considered a dynamic investment strategy. In this episode we explore this approach and the certain situations in the marketplace that lead investors to utilize this. Stéphane Renevier, Analyst at Finimize, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Apr 16, 2025 • 31min
Fundamental Analysis: Finding the Real Value
Fundamental analysis is a common phrase in conversations about a company’s value, health, and liquidity. What makes up this analysis style and how do you go about assembling it? Reda Farran, Global Markets Analyst at Finimize joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Apr 9, 2025 • 18min
Understanding the Gold Market
The gold market is a common topic, but is it that easy to invest in it? How is the price of gold derived? Where can one go to get access to gold investment products? In this episode we explore all of that and more. Brett Manning, Senior Analyst at Briefing.com joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Apr 4, 2025 • 26min
Video Game Stocks: More Than Just a Game
The video game industry is quite large. It incorporates other sector’s elements such as semiconductors, computing, advertising and much more. In this episode we explore the makeup of video game sector and how it impacts financial markets. Sam Martinelli, Staff Editor at The Fly, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Mar 31, 2025 • 18min
The Wide World of Sport Stocks
The sports industry can be considered an economic force. It makes up a lot of consumer spending from equipment, apparel, experiences, and even esports. How do we see this translate to financial markets and strategies? In this episode we explore all that and more! Chris Katje, Benzinga Senior Contributor and Stock Market Reporter, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Mar 19, 2025 • 29min
Consumer Sentiment: How Much Does It Matter?
Consumer sentiment is a popular topic when a company, investment, or economy is being evaluated. How much does it matter when reviewing something’s financial state? Are there certain additional factors? In this episode we explore all of that and more!

Mar 12, 2025 • 26min
Natural Disasters: How They Impact the Economy
Natural disasters can influence many aspects of life, including your financial investment strategies. In this episode we explore how natural disasters impact the economy and your investment portfolio. Scott Bauer, Chief Executive Officer at Prosper Trading Academy LLC, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Mar 6, 2025 • 30min
Basics of Buffered ETFs
Buffered ETFs are sometimes looked at for helping against losses or downsides in an investor portfolio. The topic of buffered ETFs can be complex and there are several pros and cons to consider. Ron Delegge, the founder of ETFguide, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Feb 26, 2025 • 22min
Market Bubbles: The Mechanics of Blowing Up
In this episode we explore market bubbles and what they have taught us in terms of economics and behaviors of financial markets. How do these bubbles form? What do they leave in the aftermath of a popped bubble? Giuseppe Sette, President at Reflexivity, joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.

Feb 19, 2025 • 14min
Leveraged and Inverse ETFs: Are They a Trader's Double Edge Sword?
In this episode we explore leveraged and inverse ETFs. They have many details associated that are a bit different than a standard stock or ETF investment. These include complexity, amplification of investment, and specific risks associated. We hope our listeners can learn more about their qualities and how they could be integrated into achieving financial goals. Edward Egilinsky, Managing Director at Direxion joins Cassidy Clement to discuss.


