Gaining Perspective

Although the latest CPI data showed that inflation is slowing, it is still the number-one concern for clients. Investors are worried about the Fed’s reaction to interest rates, economic turbulence, and a potential recession. My guest today is here to discuss four topics: Why adding low volatility to a portfolio is a defensive mechanism; Where there is opportunity in dividend income, and what elements to prioritize; What high yield bonds offer as a less risky risk asset; and How to use real assets when seeking out inflation protection. - FlexShares website: https://www.flexshares.com/us/en/individual FlexShares on social: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/flexshares/ Three Reasons for QDF: https://www.flexshares.com/us/en/individual/insights/three-reasons-for-qdf Three Reasons for GUNR: https://www.flexshares.com/us/en/individual/insights/three-reasons-for-gunr Join us for Exchange: An ETF Experience February 5th - February 8th. Register now and receive $50 off your ticket price with promo code PODCAST. Introducing AP Premium! Download and brand thousands of articles, summaries & commentaries in minutes. Unlock Premium today and receive $10 off your first monthly or annual payment with promo code PODCAST2022.

Show Notes

Although the latest CPI data showed that inflation is slowing, it is still the number-one concern for clients. Investors are worried about the Fed’s reaction to interest rates, economic turbulence, and a potential recession. My guest today is here to discuss four topics:

  1. Why adding low volatility to a portfolio is a defensive mechanism;
  2. Where there is opportunity in dividend income, and what elements to prioritize;
  3. What high yield bonds offer as a less risky risk asset; and
  4. How to use real assets when seeking out inflation protection.

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FlexShares website: https://www.flexshares.com/us/en/individual

FlexShares on social:

Three Reasons for QDF: https://www.flexshares.com/us/en/individual/insights/three-reasons-for-qdf

Three Reasons for GUNR: https://www.flexshares.com/us/en/individual/insights/three-reasons-for-gunr

Join us for Exchange: An ETF Experience February 5th - February 8th. Register now and receive $50 off your ticket price with promo code PODCAST.

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What is Gaining Perspective?

This podcast is hosted by Advisor Perspectives, one of the leading publications for financial advisors. Our podcast series brings you short interviews with top thought leaders in financial advice, planning, investments and economics. Each episode focuses on a specific issue facing financial advisors. Listeners will learn the key trends affecting the way they and their competitors operate and the steps advisors can take grow their practices and deliver better service to their clients.