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10 Market Lessons Shaping Future Investment Decisions 1 Credit 1 Credit

10 Market Lessons Shaping Future Investment Decisions 1 Credit 1 Credit

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Learning Objectives

  • Discuss why valuations failed as reliable market timing indicators.
  • Identify limits of recession and economic forecasting tools.
  • Analyze how uncertainty disrupted traditional market expectations.
  • Explain why discipline matters during prolonged underperformance periods.
  • Differentiate short-term market noise from long-term recovery dynamics.

Course Overview

The markets in 2025 delivered a sharp reminder that confidence, forecasts, and popular investing rules often fail when tested by reality. Valuations looked extreme, recession indicators flashed warnings, geopolitical risks escalated, and economic data sent mixed signals. Yet despite all this noise, markets moved in ways that surprised professionals and defied widely accepted expectations. What went wrong with the predictions, and what mattered for long-term outcomes?

This CPE course breaks down ten clear lessons the market taught investors in 2025. From why valuations and yield curves failed as timing tools to how concentration risk, active management, and seasonal trading myths played out, each lesson highlights a gap between theory and real-world results. The course also examines investor discipline, diversification frustration, and the concept of “self-healing” markets, where poor performance often plants the seeds for future recovery. Together, these lessons offer a grounded view of how markets behave under uncertainty.

Major Topics:

  • Market timing misconceptions
  • Economic signal limitations
  • Geopolitical uncertainty impacts
  • Investor discipline challenges
  • Market recovery mechanisms

By connecting data, history, and behavior, this course helps professionals step back from short-term narratives and focus on decision quality over outcomes. Join this CPE course to gain practical insights from 2025’s market lessons and apply them to more disciplined, resilient investment thinking going forward.

On Demand Credits for All Qualifications

Live Webinar Credits for All Qualifications

License details Credits Status
Finance for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Investment Planning for Certified Financial Planner (CFP-US) (Approval No. 348236) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1 CE Approved
Corporate Finance for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
Finance for Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) 1 CPD Eligible
Investment Planning for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) 1 CPD Eligible
Finance for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 1 CPE Eligible
Investment Decision Making for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 1 PL Eligible
Finance for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 1 CPE Eligible
Finance for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Managing investment portfolio for Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) 1 CE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) 1 CE Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) 1 CE Eligible
Common financial investments/ decision types for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 1 CPE Eligible
Finance for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL) 1 CE Eligible
Investment Decision Making for CIPM 1 PL Eligible
Finance for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
Finance for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) 1 CE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible
License details Credits Status
Finance for Certified Public Accountants (CPA-US) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Professional Accountant in Canada 1 CPD Eligible
Investment Planning for Certified Financial Planner (CFP-US) (Approval No. 348236) (Valid upto : Dec 31, 2026) 1 CE Approved
Corporate Finance for Certified Management Accountants (CMA) 1 CPE Eligible
Finance for Accredited in Business Valuation (ABV) 1 CPD Eligible
Investment Planning for Personal Financial Specialist (PFS) 1 CPD Eligible
Finance for Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) 1 CPE Eligible
Investment Decision Making for Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) 1 PL Eligible
Finance for Certified Government Financial Manager (CGFM) 1 CPE Eligible
Finance for Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Delaware Licensed Public Accountant (DE-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Managing investment portfolio for Certified Treasury Professional (CTP) 1 CE Eligible
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountant - ICAEW 1 CPD Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Wealth Strategist (CWS) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP) 1 CE Eligible
Financial Planning for Certified Fiduciary and Investment Risk Specialist (CFIRS) 1 CE Eligible
Common financial investments/ decision types for Certified FP&A Professional (FP&A) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Financial Services Certified Professional (FSCP) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Wealth Management Certified Professional (WMCP) 1 CE Eligible
Finance for Certified Business Appraiser (CBA)/Master Certified Business Appraiser (MCBA) 1 CPE Eligible
Finance for Iowa Licensed Public Accountant (IA-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Advisor in Senior Living (CASL) 1 CE Eligible
Investment Decision Making for CIPM 1 PL Eligible
Finance for Maine Licensed Public Accountant (ME-LPA) 1 CPE Approved
Finance for Chartered Special Needs Consultant (ChSNC) 1 CE Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Scotland 1 CPD Eligible
Chartered Accountants - Ireland (CAI) 1 CPD Eligible
CPA - Ireland 1 CPD Eligible

Additional Information

Credit

1

Credit

1

Course Level

Advanced

Instructional Method

QAS Self Study

Group Internet Based

Pre-requisites

None

Advance Preparation

None

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MY-CPE LLC is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.

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MY-CPE LLC, is an approved Continuing Education (CE) provider registered with the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) Board (Provider Number - 8061). CE credits are granted based on a 50-minute hour, in accordance with the standards set by the CFP Board. Please note that the CFP Board has the final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CE credit.

Step into the world of CPA CPE courses with MYCPE ONE. Our online courses make earning your CPA CPE credits simple and stress-free. Covering a variety of topics taught by experienced professionals, we offer the flexibility to learn on your schedule and at your pace. Say goodbye to outdated methods and hello to a smarter way to grow your expertise. Start your journey to professional success with us today!

About Instructor

Live CPE webinars by Larry Swedroe|  Expert Financial Speaker

Larry Swedroe

Consultant, Outsourced CIO, Self-employed

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From 1996-June 2024 Larry was the Head of Financial and Economic Research, Buckingham Wealth Partners where he spent his time, talent and energy educating investors on the benefits of evidence-based investing with enthusiasm few can match. He is now an independent consultant to registered investment advisory firms and investment management firms.


Larry was among the first authors to publish a book that explained the science of investing in layman’s terms, “The Only Guide to a Winning Investment Strategy You’ll Ever Need.” He has since authored eight more books: “What Wall Street Doesn’t Want You to Know” (2001), “Rational Investing in Irrational Times” (2002), “The Successful Investor Today” (2003), “Wise Investing Made Simple” (2007), “Wise Investing Made Simpler” (2010), “The Quest for Alpha” (2011), “Think, Act, and Invest Like Warren Buffett” (2012). And “ Enrich Your Future”(2024)


He has also co-authored nine books about investing. His latest work, “Your Essential Guide to Quantitative Hedge Fund Investing 1st Edition,” was co-authored with Marat Molyboga and published in January 2023.


He has had his own articles published in the Journal of Accountancy, Journal of Investing, AAII Journal, Personal Financial Planning Monthly, and the Journal of Portfolio Management.


Larry’s dedication to helping others has made him a sought-after national speaker. He has made appearances on national television shows airing on NBC, CNBC, CNN and Bloomberg Personal Finance. Larry is a prolific writer, contributing regularly to multiple outlets, including Advisor Perspectives, The Evidence Based Investor, and Alpha Architect.


Larry was vice chairman of Prudential Home Mortgage. He has held positions at Citicorp as senior vice president and regional treasurer, responsible for treasury, foreign exchange and investment banking activities, including risk management strategies.


Larry holds an MBA in finance and investment from New York University, and a bachelor’s degree in finance from Baruch College in New York

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How do I earn CPE credits through self-study?

To earn CPE credits, you must complete the self-study course, pass the required assessments, and submit the necessary documentation. Credits are awarded based on the completion of course hours and successfully passing the assessments.

Are the self-study courses accepted by NASBA and other professional organizations?

MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with self-study courses?

To maintain compliance, you must follow the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include completing the course within the specified timeframe, passing the assessments, and keeping accurate records of your learning activities.

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We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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A Live Webinar Group Internet-Based Credit is an interactive, real-time online seminar where professionals can earn Continuing Education credits by participating in live sessions led by experts in various fields. Our courses qualify for credits with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM, Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

How do I earn credits through live webinars?

To earn credits, you must attend the entire live webinar, actively participate in any polls or questions, and complete any required evaluations or assessments. Credits are awarded based on your attendance and participation in the live session.

Are the live webinars accepted by NASBA and other Professional Organizations?

MY-CPE LLC courses are accepted for continuing education credit by various professional certification programs, including NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, and HRCI. MY-CPE LLC is also recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® and SHRM-SCP® recertification activities.

What are the requirements to maintain compliance with live webinar courses?

To maintain compliance, you must adhere to the guidelines set by NASBA and other regulatory bodies, which include attending the full duration of the webinar, participating in interactive elements, and completing any post-webinar evaluations or assessments.

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After successfully attending a live webinar and fulfilling all participation requirements, you can access and download your completion certificates from your account dashboard on our platform. These certificates are accepted for compliance and reporting purposes with NASBA, IRS, CFP Board, HRCI, SHRM (for PDCs), Payroll Org, FP Canada, and 25+ other professional organizations.

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We issue instant credit certificates, ensuring they are valid for presentation to governing bodies. Typically, we report IRS, CTEC, CFP, IDFP, IWI, VBOA Ethics credits within 7 days – the fastest in the industry.

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