Have Stock Markets Changed?

Have Stock Markets Changed? Same old, same old, it seems. September 2023. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Nicolas Rabener. SUMMARY Trading technology continues to make the trading of stocks easier, cheaper, and faster However, despite this and other financial...

BDCs: Better Don’t Choose?

BDCs: Better Don’t Choose? Another strategy that trades income for capital returns August 2023. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Nicolas Rabener. SUMMARY Business development companies (BDC) funds feature 10%+ annual fees Investors seem to be willing to accept...

What Are Growth Stocks?

What Are Growth Stocks? Growth lies in the eye of the beholder. January 2023. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Nicolas Rabener. SUMMARY Growth stocks can be defined via valuations, fundamentals, or performance These stocks have generated essentially zero excess...

Risk Parity & Rising Rates

Risk Parity & Rising Rates Risky Risk Parity? May 2022. Reading Time: 10 Minutes. Author: Nicolas Rabener. SUMMARYRisk parity strategies have become available via mutual funds and ETFs, but portfolio construction variesRising interest rates are seen as a threat...