CMQ Investing Presents: Compound Money Quietly

Chris Franco

Join a growing community of investors who are building wealth through rational thinking and compound interest. Hosted by Chris Franco, CMQ Investing uncovers the truth about investing. You will learn the investment strategies of legendary investors like Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett, and John Bogle. We share lessons from investment books and academic studies, and combine this with market commentary and financial news. Tune-out the noise when you tune-in with us! read less
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Nick Maggiulli Returns - Biggest Financial Fears, Defending Jim Cramer, Bogleheads, Side Hustles, Snap, Microsoft, Books to Read & More
01-11-2022
Nick Maggiulli Returns - Biggest Financial Fears, Defending Jim Cramer, Bogleheads, Side Hustles, Snap, Microsoft, Books to Read & More
Nick Maggiulli is the Chief Operating Officer at Ritholtz Wealth Management and author of the popular investing book Just Keep Buying: Proven ways to save money and build your wealth. If you enjoy this episode, buy Nick's book on Amazon and follow CMQ Investing for free.

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Nick Maggiulli Returns - Biggest Financial Fears, Defending Jim Cramer, Bogleheads, Side Hustles, Snap, Microsoft, Books to Read & More
01-11-2022
Nick Maggiulli Returns - Biggest Financial Fears, Defending Jim Cramer, Bogleheads, Side Hustles, Snap, Microsoft, Books to Read & More
Nick Maggiulli is the Chief Operating Officer at Ritholtz Wealth Management and author of the popular investing book Just Keep Buying: Proven ways to save money and build your wealth. If you enjoy this episode, buy Nick's book on Amazon and follow CMQ Investing for free.
Cathie Wood Needs to Be Cancelled
11-10-2022
Cathie Wood Needs to Be Cancelled
Cathie Wood's ARKK Fund is imploding, just as I predicted it would in January of 2022. Yesterday the ARK Invest CEO published an open letter to the Federal Reserve chair, Jerome Powell, encouraging him to lower interest rates. I can't make this up! Listen to this episode for my immediate reaction, and please make sure to subscribe and share. It helps CMQ Investing grow. Thank you!
Want to Increase Your Stock Returns? Do Nothing!
10-10-2022
Want to Increase Your Stock Returns? Do Nothing!
This episode builds on what we learned about The Mathematical Advantages of Doing Nothing. It features empirical evidence and wisdom from Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett, and Jack Bogle. Please share and subscribe. Thank you!
20 Forgotten Investment Lessons From the 2008 Financial Crisis
27-09-2022
20 Forgotten Investment Lessons From the 2008 Financial Crisis
"You can see the results of not learning from other's mistakes by simply looking [around]. How little originality there is in the common disasters of mankind - drunk driving deaths, reckless driving maimings, incurable venereal diseases, conversion of bright college students into brainwashed zombie as members of destructive cults.." -Charlie Munger
Margin of Safety 101 (Feat. Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, Benjamin Graham, & More)
26-09-2022
Margin of Safety 101 (Feat. Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, Benjamin Graham, & More)
In this episode, you will learn everything you need to know about the Margin of Safety concept. The Margin of Safety concept one that all investors should know, internalize, and most importantly, apply. Should I read more from the classic investing books? Let me know here: https://bit.ly/cmq-feedback
2022 Is the Worst Time to Buy the Dip (Since the 1930s)
26-09-2022
2022 Is the Worst Time to Buy the Dip (Since the 1930s)
Warren Buffett preaches the importance of buying more of something you own for less than you initially paid. However, that's easier said than done in 2022. According to the WSJ, 2022 is the worst year for buying the dip since the 1930s. Learn more by listening to this episode!
How to Spot Investment Scams (Feat. Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett, & the Story of Nikola)
26-09-2022
How to Spot Investment Scams (Feat. Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett, & the Story of Nikola)
Learn how to avoid one of the biggest mistakes investors make. This episode features wisdom from Charlie Munger and Warren Buffett along with the lessons we can learn from the ridiculous story of Nikola. Enjoy!
The Painful Lessons Warren Buffett Learned Buying Cigar Butt Companies (Bargain Purchase Folly)
21-09-2022
The Painful Lessons Warren Buffett Learned Buying Cigar Butt Companies (Bargain Purchase Folly)
Learn the most painful lessons Warren Buffett learned after buying cigar butt (or cheap) companies. If you like this episode, please share and subscribe. Thank you!
Warren Buffett Reveals How to Identify the Best Businesses (The Inevitables)
19-09-2022
Warren Buffett Reveals How to Identify the Best Businesses (The Inevitables)
Learn about a small portion of Warren Buffett's 1996 letter to shareholders and the invaluable lessons it reveals about how to identify the best businesses. Please share and subscribe!
3 Time-Tested Concepts That Help You Make More Rational Investment Decisions
13-09-2022
3 Time-Tested Concepts That Help You Make More Rational Investment Decisions
Learn 3 time-tested concepts that all investors who aim to be rational can use to their advantage. This epsiode features highlights from a Financial Time article (2007) written by Arne Alsin, CIO and portfolio manager of Worm Capital.
How Compounding Costs Keep You From Building Long-Term Wealth (Featuring Jack Bogle)
06-09-2022
How Compounding Costs Keep You From Building Long-Term Wealth (Featuring Jack Bogle)
Jack Bogle teaches us why costs can make the difference between investment success and investment failure. If you apply Bogle's time-tested wisdom, your future self will likely be wealthier as a result. Please follow, share, and listen to more episodes.
How You Can Win as an Investor by Playing Like a Loser
06-09-2022
How You Can Win as an Investor by Playing Like a Loser
Learn key takeaways and actionable insights from "The Loser's Game" by Charles D. Ellis. Ellis' classic article was published in 1975 and won the Graham & Dodd award in 1977. The wisdom is timeless and usable. Hope you enjoy!
Bear Market 2022: A Blessing for Millennial & Gen Z Investors?
06-09-2022
Bear Market 2022: A Blessing for Millennial & Gen Z Investors?
Despite the short-term pain they cause, bear markets offer an opportunity for Gen Z and Millenial investors. This episode also covers their history, typical duration, and much more. Please follow CMQ Investing and share this episode with a friend. It helps us grow. Thank you!
How to Think Like Warren Buffett (Timeless Wisdom for Investors)
31-08-2022
How to Think Like Warren Buffett (Timeless Wisdom for Investors)
This epsiode begins with the news that Warren Buffett sold some of Berkshire Hathaway's stake in BYD. The response from the investment community reminded me of one of Warren Buffett's most valuable lessons about how to think if you want to be a great investor. If you find value in this episode, please share it with a friend. Thank you!
The Reason Warren Buffett Never Bought Twitter (Learn Why Management Matters)
24-08-2022
The Reason Warren Buffett Never Bought Twitter (Learn Why Management Matters)
You will learn about the recent Whisleblower complaint filed by Twitter’s former Head of Security, and how it illustrates one of Warren Buffett’s most valuable lessons about investing.
How Blockchain Technology Will Revolutionize Business on Wall Street & Beyond (Featuring Charlie Munger & Charles Darwin)
22-08-2022
How Blockchain Technology Will Revolutionize Business on Wall Street & Beyond (Featuring Charlie Munger & Charles Darwin)
You will learn how blockchain technology is revolutionizing the way Wall Street institutions like Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan do business. The content is important for all investors to consider as blockchain technology will likely impact every business in some form or fashion. If you like this episode, you should listen to this episode next.
Apple vs. Facebook: The Second-Order Effects of Apple's Privacy Changes
17-08-2022
Apple vs. Facebook: The Second-Order Effects of Apple's Privacy Changes
The war between Apple and Facebook is far from over. This episode reveals how small businessess are struggling to acquire new customers as efficiently as they once did, prior to Apple's privacy changes. What does this mean for the businesses you follow?
Investors Beware: How Ignoring Turnover Ratios Can Crush Your Long-Term Returns
16-08-2022
Investors Beware: How Ignoring Turnover Ratios Can Crush Your Long-Term Returns
One of the advantages of the VOO over the VTI is the turnover ratio. This metric is important for all investors to understand, and this episode will help you do just that. Hope you enjoy!
5 Costly Mistakes That Investors Can Easily Avoid (According to Warren Buffett & Charlie Munger)
08-08-2022
5 Costly Mistakes That Investors Can Easily Avoid (According to Warren Buffett & Charlie Munger)
This episode uncovers 5 costly investing mistakes that all investors should avoid. Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger discussed these mistakes at Berkshire Hathaway meetings pre-1994 i.e. before the meetings were recorded and transcribed. Listen to the full episode for the full story.
My Stock Portfolio Revealed
08-08-2022
My Stock Portfolio Revealed
It has been 90 days since I last shared the details about what is inside my stock portfolio. You will learn what seven stocks (and two index funds) make up nearly 100% of the portfolio's value. I also detail the time-tested principles that serve as the foundation of my personal investment strategy. Hope you enjoy!