My Portfolio Guide, LLC

08/31/2026

Look what just came in…

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08/28/2026

International diversification is not just about investing outside the U.S.

It is about changing the economic exposures inside a portfolio.

The S&P 500 has a far larger Technology weight than developed international markets. International markets, meanwhile, have meaningfully more exposure to Financials, Industrials, and Materials.

That does not make international stocks “better.” It does make them different.

And that matters.

Owning hundreds of stocks does not necessarily mean a portfolio is broadly diversified if a significant share of its return drivers comes from the same sector.

Know what is under the hood.

08/26/2026

Nike $NKE is on pace for its worst year since Michael Jordan retired in 1993:

-7.47% for the month
-39.44% YTD
-50.94% 1 year
and -76.88% over 5 years.

When we last posted an update for Nike on 4/1, it traded at 30x+ earnings. Now it's ~18x.

Cheaper? Yes. Cheap? Depends on whether earnings stabilize. Just don’t do it…yet?

Tough sledding for Nike stock $NKE

1 month -6.84%
3 months -17.69%
6 months -4.56%
1 year -32.48%
3 years -56.00%
5 years -25.68%

08/23/2026

Who from this crew will make it to the finish line at the Spartan Race at Angel Stadium on September 12th?

Can get everyone across the finish line? We're also inviting friends and clients to join us for this one as we tackle the stairs, obstacles, and whatever else Spartan has in store.

We did the Ironman triathlon about 10 years ago for charity, so we're thinking this is the more reasonable version. 😂
We're sponsoring any clients or friends who want to join us.

Who's in?

08/15/2026

Spent a great and super informative week in Chicago. Always a treat to listen to one the brightest economists there is and being able to bring back useful ideas to our clients. Snuck in a Cubs game before heading home!

08/09/2026

Have you ever thought about retiring somewhere other than the U.S.? 🌎

New Zealand, Switzerland, Portugal, Spain, Australia…all rank highly on this list of the world’s best retirement destinations.
Of course, retirement isn’t just about beautiful scenery.

Healthcare, taxes, cost of living, climate, and quality of life all matter.

But it’s an interesting question:
If you could retire anywhere in the world, where would you choose? 🇺🇸➡️🌎

08/06/2026

Today we said goodbye to two fantastic young men, Yosi Haim-Sarvey and Hudson MacDonald.
We enjoyed a “graduation lunch” at Old Ranch Country Club to help send them off and tackle their collegiate studies this Fall.
They came in eager to learn and leave with having earned every bit of what’s ahead of them.
The industry needs more young professionals who show up like these two did.
Yosi and Hudson…it’s been a privilege. Now go do something great! 👊🏻

08/06/2026

This may not seem all that fancy to a guitarist (try not to look at the Angels logo)….but what you may not realize is that, Hudson, one of our summer interns, is left handed. Playing a random set of chords basically backwards to what he’s used to was mind blowing.

08/04/2026

🏟️ Team MPG is Taking on the Spartan Race! 💪
About 10 years ago, Team My Portfolio Guide completed an Ironman triathlon to raise money for charity. While we're not quite ready to sign up for another 140.6 miles...we figured 5K and 20 obstacles sounded a little more reasonable!
On Saturday, September 12, we'll be tackling the Spartan Stadion Race at Angel Stadium...a unique course featuring stadium stairs, walls, monkey bars, rope climbs, carries, spear throw, and other obstacle challenges, all packed into a fast-paced 5K. It's designed for both first-timers and experienced racers alike.
Even better...we're sponsoring the registration fee for any clients or friends who want to join Team MPG!
No, you don't have to race fast.
No, you don't have to complete every obstacle.
Just come out, challenge yourself, have some fun, and enjoy a great morning with our team.
If you'd like to join us, send us a message or give the office a call. We'd love to have you on !

07/26/2026

$397 billion in cash. 60% of Berkshire's liquid portfolio sitting on the sidelines.
The financial media is screaming crash. The "Broken Clock Club" is having a field day.

But here's what they're missing...Buffett himself said it plainly: "The great majority of your money remains in equities."
The cash hoard isn't a panic signal. It's a weapon. At 4-5% T-bill yields, that pile quietly generates over $12 billion annually in risk-free income while Berkshire waits for the right pitch.

We break down what's really behind the number, and what it actually means for your portfolio.

Read the full article at:

https://dearmrmarket.com/2026/07/26/warren-buffett-is-60-cash-is-a-stock-market-crash-coming/

Berkshire Hathaway is holding a record $397.4 billion in cash, meaning Warren Buffett’s liquid portfolio is now 60% cash. Is the Oracle of Omaha quietly bracing for a brutal stock market cras…