Capital Confoes

Confoes Studios

In this podcast we take you with us on a journey about economics and investing. By being equipped with different perspective we strive to make better and more informed financial decisions. Welcome to Capital Confoes! confoes.substack.com

Episodes

  1. Capital Confoes 4 - Teaching as a Finance YouTuber w/ AJ from StraightTalks

    10/20/2021

    Capital Confoes 4 - Teaching as a Finance YouTuber w/ AJ from StraightTalks

    In this podcast we take you with us on a journey about economics and investing. By being equipped with different perspective we strive to make better and more informed financial decisions. Welcome to Capital Confoes! In episode 4 we had a conversation with AJ who runs the StraightTalks YouTube channel. He is CFA charter holder and CFP professional working in wealth management as a financial planner. Check out his content: YouTube ChannelPatreon ChannelTikTok ChannelEpisode Overview0:00 - Getting AJ on the Podcast5:01 - CFA and CFP explained10:16 - Do these certifications translate well into non US markets?13:22 - Sending out 172 job applications17:35 - Getting your foot in the door20:21 - Why wealth management?22:47 - 401k and other accounts explained25:30 - Entering the market as a non US individual28:34 - Stock, bonds and portfolios explained34:41 - The importance of psychology in investing41:03 - How do wealth managers generate income?47:16 - Is there a future for financial planners?52:26 - Day trading and red flags57:07 - Starting a YouTube channel1:04:58 - What academic programs are there for people interested in finance?1:09:59 - Closing offThe HostsDiego AmeeraliGregory BainathsahFeel free to join our Discord Server. Financial Disclaimer** The information in this podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional financial advice. All content, including text, graphics and images contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your financial or tax professional ** This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit confoes.substack.com

    1h 14m
  2. Capital Confoes 3 - Data Analysis in Finance w/ Kevin Hinds

    10/06/2021

    Capital Confoes 3 - Data Analysis in Finance w/ Kevin Hinds

    In this podcast we take you with us on a journey about economics and investing. By being equipped with different perspective we strive to make better and more informed financial decisions. Welcome to Capital Confoes! In episode 3 we had a conversation with Kevin Hinds, a Data Analyst who works at one of the big banks in Barbados. We kicked it off with some backstory from Kevin on how he ended up in Data Analysis and then went straight into the relationships data analysis has in the wider economy, especially in the banking sector he works in and how small nations like Barbados and Suriname play their role. Episode Overview0:00 - Introductions1:51 - Coronavirus situation in Barbados11:39 - Day-to-day work and responsibilities29:29 - Can we even keep up with the exponential technological developments?35:58 - Separating correlation from causation40:36 - Comparing Suriname to New York44:30 - Maintaining robustness as data becomes more complex49:01 - Making predictions through the Covid-situation54:13 - Has security scaled as much as the technology?57:33 - Attracting investors to Barbados/Suriname1:07:36 - Scenario: Pension fund liabilities increasing as life expectancy increases1:13:02 - Closing remarksThe HostsDiego AmeeraliGregory BainathsahFeel free to join our Discord Server. Financial Disclaimer** The information in this podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional financial advice. All content, including text, graphics and images contained in this podcast is for general information purposes only and does not replace a consultation with your financial or tax professional ** This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit confoes.substack.com

    1h 17m

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In this podcast we take you with us on a journey about economics and investing. By being equipped with different perspective we strive to make better and more informed financial decisions. Welcome to Capital Confoes! confoes.substack.com