Welcome to a new episode of The Investing For Beginners Podcast where we continue our engaging Back to the Basics series. Join us every Thursday for insightful discussions on foundational investment topics. This week, we dive into the murky waters of bankruptcies and value traps, helping you navigate these treacherous scenarios in the investing world. Hosts Dave and Andrew, our resident bankruptcy expert, bring their knowledge to the forefront, illuminating what bankruptcy really means for investors, how to spot value traps, and strategies to protect your portfolio from total loss. Whether it's assessing interest coverage ratios or scrutinizing revenue trends, they're here to provide the tools you need to invest with a margin of safety. 00:00 Stock ownership risky, bondholders get priority in bankruptcy. 03:44 Enron scandal's impact on stock market fears. 09:00 Debt management crucial for company financial health. 10:57 Interest coverage ratio measures company's ability to pay. 14:12 High dividend yield, declining revenues, negative earnings. 18:11 GameStop and Macy's face declining revenue. 20:49 Start with simple rules, then dive deeper. 23:22 Develop checklist for better investment decision-making. Today's show is sponsored by: Start your free online visit today at Hims.com/INVESTING For more insight like this into investing and stock selection for beginners, visit stockmarketpdf.com  Find great investments at Value Spotlight Have questions? Send them to [email protected]  DCF Demystified Link SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHOW Apple | Spotify | Google | Amazon | Tunein Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices