Most index funds are not made to deal with the bear market. We are told to buy and hold when the market goes down and correct itself. Yes - we can diversify - but most of the industries are correlated (even oil and gas and real estate). This means when the overall market goes down, we all go down together. So after years (17+) of studying the market, I conclude - The best to deal with the bear market is learning how to use inverse index funds. For example - most people buy QQQ NADSAQ 100 long. But you can also buy inverse QQQ NASDAQ 100, which is an ETF that will go up when NASDAQ 100 goes down. By combining the ability to choose from long NASDAQ 100 (bull), inverse NASDAQ 100 (bear), and hold cash, this will give you more flexibility to deal with the market downturn This is especially important because the market is at a high. SPY and QQQ return are hitting 20% per year (which we know the average is 10%). So we are in the middle or near the top of a bull cycle. So the bear cycle is coming. So the secret is: long, inverse, cash. However, rotating between long and inverse can be time consuming. It requires you to have years of experience (and perhaps a machine learning model) It also can be an emotional journey for newbies. That's why we create a fund to address this problem. So I take on the emotional stress instead of you ;) wink wink.​ (One investor asked me why did I go bald? That's why. I used all my hair to developed the machine learning algorithm)​ It is our "best" answer to the bear market to date. However, SEC limits only investors with $2.7 million in net asset can invest in this fund. So if you are the qualified few that meet the net asset requirement, you can watch the presentation here to learn more:​ https://branchpointfunds.com/ Cheers, Eric

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- The biggest World Cup ever is here! Hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the US - This year's teams will share a record $871 million in prize money - Across this World Cup cycle, FIFA expects to take in roughly $13 billion, up 72% from $7.6 billion for the 2019-2022 cycle - TV Broadcasting ($5.3 billion, ~40%): FIFA’s largest stream by far - Hospitality & Ticketing ($3.6 billion, ~28%): Match tickets plus premium corporate packages - Marketing & Sponsorship ($3.3 billion, ~25%): The deals brands like Coca-Cola, Visa, and Adidas pay to attach their name to the tournament - Licensing ($0.4 billion, ~3%): FIFA-branded merchandise, video games, and royalties on the FIFA name - * Where the Money Goes - * Competitions & Events ($7.6 billion, ~58%) - * Development & Education ($3.9 billion, ~30%) - * Governance & Admin ($0.9 billion, ~7%): FIFA’s own running costs. Salaries, governance bodies, and the day-to-day expenses of operating the organization itself. That includes the compensation package of roughly $6 million annually for FIFA President Gianni Infantino. In 1994, a World Cup ticket ran $25 to $475. In 2026, the floor is $60, roughly in line with inflation. But the ceiling has detonated: $6,730 for the final at list, with premium seats that opened there climbing past $32,000 by May.

Inflation crosses above 4% for the first time in recent months Market drops This is because the market is worried that the new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh would not decrease the interest rate. Instead, there may be a possibility that we might even encounter a rate hike. This would reduce the money supply. Companies like tech and semiconductors valuation will go down. This is why you see a larger correction today with these companies The real question becomes Will Kevin Warsh make decisions based on inflation data? Or he is just going to ignore it and lower the interest rate anyways?​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Cheers, Eric --- Eric Seto Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Chartered Investment Manager (CIM) Founder of 5MinInvesting.com In June, I’m helping 10 people to become better at investing through Investing Accelerator. During the free strategy call, you can discuss which area of analysis you need the most help with (finding discounted stocks vs generating income). In Investing Accelerator, we focus on - Mastering investing even if you don't have a financial background - Step by step mentorship on how to set up your chart and fundamental analysis to find discounted stocks - Mastering options to generate income or multiply long term gains If you are interested in joining Investing Accelerator, you can schedule a free strategy call here to see if you are a good fit. If you are interested, you can schedule a free strategy call here to see if you are a good fit. Schedule a free call Disclaimer: This communication is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to invest in any fund or strategy. No advisory relationship is formed by receipt of this content. Any references to strategies or markets are general in nature and do not reflect the performance of any client account or investment product.