In a world dominated by stocks and bonds, investors are constantly searching for assets that behave differently, especially during market stress. One of the most compelling (and still underused) strategies is Managed Futures, a systematic, trend-following approach traditionally reserved for hedge funds. Today, thanks to ETFs like DBMF (iMGP DBi Managed Futures Strategy ETF), this […]
Thematic investing has garnered significant attention from investors eager to capitalize on emerging trends such as technological advancements, renewable energy, and demographic shifts. This approach involves focusing on specific themes believed to drive future economic growth. While thematic investments offer unique opportunities, it’s crucial to understand why they should serve as complementary components rather than […]
In the world of investing, we often focus on the tangible: returns, risk, and specific assets. However, one of the most powerful, yet often overlooked, factors is your time horizon – the length of time you plan to keep your investments before needing to access the funds. Understanding how time influences your investment choices isn’t […]
Investing is all about navigating risk and understanding it is key to making smart, informed decisions. Different risks affect different asset classes and market conditions, and knowing how to manage them can make all the difference. But not all risks need to be avoided. Once you understand the potential rewards that come with each risk, […]
The world of investments is not solely driven by quantitative data and market trends. Increasingly, investors and researchers are recognizing that our brain processes and emotions have a profound impact on how we make financial decisions. In this article, we try to explore the emerging field of neurofinance, the cognitive biases that affect investor behavior, […]
Asset allocation is the process of dividing your investment portfolio among different asset classes, such as stocks (equities), bonds (fixed income), real estate or commodities. It’s a fundamental concept in investing, and it’s one of the most important decisions you’ll make when building your lazy portfolio. But why is asset allocation so crucial? The primary […]
Have you ever dreamed of investing successfully, building a solid portfolio, and sleeping soundly at night? Many feel overwhelmed by the complexity of the investment world, but the truth is, you don’t need to be a finance guru to achieve your goals. In an episode of “The Bull” podcast (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yih7c_89ppI), Meb Faber shares with Riccardo […]
Imagine checking your investment portfolio and seeing a sudden drop of 15%. Your stomach tightens, your heart races a bit. This is the reality of a drawdown – the inevitable dip from a peak to a trough in your investment’s value. While intellectually we understand drawdowns are part of investing, experiencing a significant one can […]
In the world of investing, John C. Bogle, the founder of Vanguard, offered a powerful piece of wisdom: “Don’t look for the needle in the haystack. Just buy the haystack!”. This insightful quote perfectly encapsulates the essence of diversification. Instead of desperately searching for elusive ‘needle’ investments that might outperform, diversification advocates for owning the […]
An ETF is an investment fund that tracks the performance of a financial index, such as the S&P 500, Nasdaq, or MSCI World. ETFs are traded on stock exchanges like a stock, offering a wide range of opportunities to invest in equities, bonds, commodities, and other assets. Why Invest in an ETF? 1. Diversification With […]