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Stocks for Beginners

Stocks for Beginners

Written by: Philip Muscatello - Investment Education for the Stock Market
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We're all investors in the stock market, either directly or through our retirement plans. We're handing over management of our assets to financial advisors and fund managers. The best will look after our interests and make us wealthier. But how can we know for sure? Where are the investors' yachts? The big money on Wall Street is made by charging us fees. The finance industry is collecting for managing money, whether they win or lose or break even.


Where do you go if you're completely new but want to start learning about investing in the market yourself. The jargon is dense and it can feel like we're being kept deliberately in the dark with many confusing metrics.


In Stocks for Beginners you'll hear from people in the finance industry and together we'll explain the key concepts of investing while they share their financial knowledge. More importantly, they have insights that allow us to look under the hood of the stock market, explaining how it works and what to look out for.


How is your Roth 401 (k) or 401 (k) investment retirement account linked to the stock market? It's crucial to understand the fundamentals of stock markets. I recommend "The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham and Warren Buffett's newsletters.


I explore the basics - what a stock is and how to buy one, and delve into the world of value investing, exploring strategies to identify undervalued stocks. I cover the NYSE, FTSE, Dow Jones, S&P500, the Russell, CBOE (Chicago Board Options Exchange), ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds), Mutual Funds, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and the difference between passive and active investing.


There are many traps for beginner investors and it's good to be aware of the role and risks of options, warrants, CFDs (Contracts for Difference), day trading, bonds, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, the difference between fundamental and technical analysis.


Tracking your investments is essential, and it's important to know about watchlists, understand dividends, robo-investing, dollar-cost averaging, fixed income, index funds, and micro-investing.


What is the role of stockbrokers and online brokers and how to buy and sell stocks.


I've interviewed industry experts and collaborated with Gary Brode, Caleb Silver, Spencer Jakab from Wall Street Journal, Erik Smolinski, Investopedia, Stockopedia, Lawrence Carel, Deep Knowledge Investing, 2 bulls in a china shop.

We have to be smart. We have to be diversified and we have to have good risk management strategies if we want to invest for the long term. That's what I'm all about. I'm Phil Muscatello. Join me on Stocks for Beginners. For more information go to https://www.stocksforbeginners.net/


Stocks for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Stocks for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Stocks for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.

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  • Stock Picking: Beat the Market with Value Investing | Tony Kynaston - QAV

    Stock Picking: Beat the Market with Value Investing | Tony Kynaston - QAV
    Jan 25 2026

    Discover how to pick winning stocks and beat the S&P 500 with Tony Kynaston's proven QAV (Quality at Value) investing methodology. In this episode Tony shares his 30+ years of experience, drawing from the investment strategies of Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, and Benjamin Graham.


    It's a systematic checklist for identifying undervalued quality companies, timing buys and sells with a "three-point trend line" and avoiding market noise. QAV America has delivered 64% returns since September 2023 vs. the S&P 500's 54%, perfect for beginners and pros seeking long-term compounding.


    Learn about the checklist manifesto, operating cash flow focus, and why QAV is expanding to cover US stocks. Use promo code SFBUS for 20% off QAV plans: QAV Club America (annual/monthly) for full tools and community, or QAV America Light for simple buy/sell signals. Start your 14-day free trial by clicking this link. Subscribe to this channel for more stock picking tips, value investing strategies, and market-beating ideas.


    If you invest in the ASX and you’re ready to go beyond ETFs, learn from the master - Tony Kynaston’s QUALITY AT VALUE. Sign up with code SFB for a 20% discount on QAV Club plan or SFBLIGHT for a free month of QAV Light by clicking this link.


    Disclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they’re offering something of value.


    Stocks for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Stocks for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Opinions expressed by guests are theirs alone and may not represent the views of Finpods, Money Sherpa, or Phil Muscatello. Stocks for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD, and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.

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  • Weekend Watchlist: AMTD (NYSE: AMTD) – Ultra-Cheap at 0.77x Cash Flow | QAV Stock Pick Breakdown

    Weekend Watchlist: AMTD (NYSE: AMTD) – Ultra-Cheap at 0.77x Cash Flow | QAV Stock Pick Breakdown
    Jan 23 2026

    In this Weekend Watchlist episode, I chat with Cameron Riley from the QAV Investing Podcast to dive deep into AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD) – a wildly undervalued stock trading at just 0.77x price to operating cash flow and a massive 96% discount to book value! If the books are to be believed...


    Using Tony Kynaston's proven QAV methodology (which has delivered double market returns over 30+ years), we break down why this diversified conglomerate (media, entertainment, luxury hospitality, fintech) topped the US buy list this week – despite controversies, meme-like volatility from its AMTD Digital (NYSE: HKD) spinoff, legal dramas, and a colourful CEO history.


    Is AMTD a hidden gem or too risky? We focus purely on the fundamentals: ultra-low valuation, strong cash generation, and QAV checklist scores. Not investment advice – just transparent value stock picking education!


    Discover how to pick winning stocks and beat the S&P 500 with Tony Kynaston's proven QAV (Quality at Value) investing methodology.


    It's a systematic checklist for identifying undervalued quality companies, timing buys and sells with a "three-point trend line" and avoiding market noise. QAV America has delivered 64% returns since September 2023 vs. the S&P 500's 54%, perfect for beginners and pros seeking long-term compounding.


    Learn about the checklist manifesto, operating cash flow focus, and why QAV is expanding to cover US stocks. Use promo code SFBUS for 20% off QAV plans: QAV Club America (annual/monthly) for full tools and community, or QAV America Light for simple buy/sell signals. Start your 14-day free trial by clicking this link. Subscribe to this channel for more stock picking tips, value investing strategies, and market-beating ideas.


    If you invest in the ASX and you’re ready to go beyond ETFs, learn from the master - Tony Kynaston’s QUALITY AT VALUE. Sign up with code SFB for a 20% discount on QAV Club plan or SFBLIGHT for a free month of QAV Light by clicking this link. for Australians or those wanting to invest in Australian stocks.


    Disclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they’re offering something of value.


    Stocks for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Stocks for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Opinions expressed by guests are theirs alone and may not represent the views of Finpods, Money Sherpa, or Phil Muscatello. Stocks for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD, and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.

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  • CEO Tony Lamb: Nuclear's Comeback and the Stocks to Watch | Myriad Uranium Corp.

    CEO Tony Lamb: Nuclear's Comeback and the Stocks to Watch | Myriad Uranium Corp.
    Jan 20 2026

    My guest this week is Thomas Lamb, CEO of Myriad Uranium Corporation. Thomas brings a unique background to the table—he started in classics and law before diving into mining. We discussed his journey from building a gold producer in Mexico to leading uranium projects in the US after a pivot from Niger due to a military coup.

    Thomas explained the uranium sector's dynamics. The world produces about 160 million pounds annually but consumes 200 million, with stockpiles dwindling. This drives prices from $30 to $75 per pound. Kazakhstan leads production at 43%, while the US consumes 50 million pounds but produces under 1 million. Australia hosts the largest deposit at Olympic Dam.


    Episode Blog Post: https://www.sharesforbeginners.com/blog/myriad-uranium


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    Disclosure: The links provided are affiliate links. I will be paid a commission if you use this link to make a purchase. You will receive a discount by using these links/coupon codes. I only recommend products and services that I use and trust myself or where I have interviewed and/or met the founders and have assured myself that they’re offering something of value.


    Stocks for Beginners is a production of Finpods Pty Ltd. The advice shared on Stocks for Beginners is general in nature and does not consider your individual circumstances. Opinions expressed by guests are theirs alone and may not represent the views of Finpods, Money Sherpa, or Phil Muscatello. Stocks for Beginners exists purely for educational and entertainment purposes and should not be relied upon to make an investment or financial decision. If you do choose to buy a financial product, read the PDS, TMD, and obtain appropriate financial advice tailored towards your needs. Philip Muscatello and Finpods Pty Ltd are authorised representatives of Money Sherpa PTY LTD ABN - 321649 27708, AFSL - 451289.

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