Episode 196 - Marks on the Markets: Tariff Shockwaves and Investor Values with special guest Deirdre Gibson
Faith Driven Investor
ETF specialist for Praxis Investment Management Deirdre Gibson joins hosts Richard Cunningham and John Coleman in this month's Marks on the Markets. The team tackles the market impact of Trump's sweeping tariffs and reveal the surprising gap between what investors want and what advisors deliver. Gibson unpacks how Jesus' engagement with sinners offers Christians a blueprint for transforming companies through investment rather than simply avoiding problematic industries. The conversation delivers concrete market analysis alongside practical insights on how investors can weather economic uncertainty while staying true to their values.
Show Notes
In this May 2025 episode of Faith Driven Investor, hosts Richard Cunningham and John Coleman welcome Deirdre Gibson, ETF Specialist and National Sales Director at Praxis Investment Management, for a wide-ranging discussion on faith-driven investing and current market conditions.
Episode Highlights:Understanding ETFs vs. Mutual Funds (2:31-4:42)- Gibson explains the structural differences between ETFs and mutual funds
- Key advantages of ETFs: tax benefits, liquidity, transparency, and lower minimum investments
- How ETF structure makes diversified investing more accessible to everyday people
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