In this episode, we break down the key differences between the stock, commodity, forex and cryptocurrency markets. We discuss why understanding and embracing these differences is essential to a portfolio that performs consistently well. This includes: The difference in assets availableThe natural movement of each asset classHow long you can expect to hold an investment in each asset classUnderstanding and embracing these differences form a key part of your investor knowledge base. ...

In this episode, we discuss how to deal with those times of the year when investors expect declines in the stock market. This includes:Aligning yourself with the natural movement of the stocks market.Blocking out the noise and fear-mongering on your social media channels.Knowing how to manage your portfolio at times of the year when declines occur.We also look at the performance of the S&P 500 since 2009, looking at the depth of declines and how simply applying patience, an under-apprecia...

In this episode, we look back at market performance through 2021 and discuss some key factors that few are aware of. This includes:The seasonal movement of the market.The benefit of ignoring the news, noise and opinions.The importance of you being an investor, not just a consumer.We relate all of this to the continual climb of the S&P 500, which has moved over 600% since 2009. We also share some of the top-performing stocks in our portfolio and our outlook for 2022. This is es...

In this episode, Kola breaks down 3 reasons why we are bullish in the market despite the declines of the last few days. People often want to find meaning in the moves in the markets, particularly declines. Look at the media channels right now and it will be loaded with the Omicron variant. The logic is the more we know and understand, the more we stand to profit.This approach and mindset are counterintuitive when it comes to investing in the stock market as well as the commodity and forex mar...

In this episode, we break down the exact routine we have used over the last 10 plus years to effortlessly and efficiently manage our investment portfolios. This is the routine we adopted when we first started investing and were both juggling multiple jobs. It is the same routine we use today to manage our portfolios around our community, funds and current lifestyle and which we instil in our Sublime Trading members. We explain in detail how to build an uber profitable investment portfolio aro...

A quick breakdown of the pillars of investing as a business from tools needed to the routine required.

In this episode, we share our individual journeys from childhood to adulthood to everyday investors. We talk about how our life choices moulded us into the investors we are today as opposed to a background in finance or economics or working in the City, a background Kola and I do not have. We hope this podcast inspires you to follow your investment goals because if we can do it, everyday people growing up in London, so can you!Complete the 'Are You On Track To Retire Early?' scorecard and get...

In this episode, Zaheer and Kola discuss the mindset around money broken down into the following 4 sections:The mindset created by a lack of financial literacy.The mindset around earning money.The mindset around investing money.The mindset around staying consistent with your long-term goals.Success is more than a state of mind. Just thinking positive as you are likely to have read in self-help books will leave you broke.Instead, you want to understand what processes you need to have in place ...

Making money, saving it, and growing it is an important life skill that people need to get their heads around instead of avoiding the topic, which can often be the case.Money and financial literacy can be a daunting topic that is shrouded in mystery but not anymore. Let’s switch it on its head and make this conversation of money not only accessible but also fun. Being on top of your finances and having a goal you are working towards brings vigour and confidence to your day-to-day life. Regard...

Good investing is simple, far simpler than people realise. The fact that only 8% of the UK population invest confirms that. A shocking stat!In this episode, Zaheer and Kola discuss: Why saving alone is not enough.The various forms of investing.The pros and challenges around investing.Why investing in the financial markets has the edge.We also talk about various asset classes and the best approach for us as busy everyday people.In the previous podcast, Zaheer and Kola discussed 'Mindset' ...