The Money and Meaning Show

Elections and Markets 🗳️ with Apollo Lupescu, Vice President of Dimensional Fund Advisors

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In this episode of the Money & Meaning Show, host Jeff Bernier welcomes Apollo Lupescu, Vice President of Dimensional Fund Advisors. Apollo, known as the “Secretary of Explaining Stuff,” discusses how investors can make sense of financial markets during election years. He shares his insights on investment philosophies, the impact of political events on markets, and strategies for maintaining focus amidst noise. Tune in to learn how to make more informed investment decisions in politically charged times. 

Topics Covered: 

  • Introduction to Apollo Lupescu and his journey with Dimensional Fund Advisors 
  • Overview of Dimensional’s investment philosophy and core principles 
  • How to think about market uncertainty during election years 
  • The historical performance of markets during election years and what investors can learn 
  • Debunking common myths about the impact of political policies on specific sectors 
  • Evaluating the economic burden of national debt and its influence on investment strategies 
  • The importance of focusing on data-driven decisions over emotional reactions 
  • Final thoughts on separating politics from investment decisions 

    • Useful Links: 

    • Jeff Bernier on LinkedIn 
  • Apollo on LinkedIn 
  • Dimensional Fund Advisors 
  • TandemGrowth Financial Advisors 

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