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Formerly Guiding Assets, Enterprising Investor is the flagship podcast of CFA Institute and the definitive program for the investment management industry. As stewards of the investment industry, Guiding Assets will feature intimate conversations with some of the most influential people from the world of finance about the topics that matter most to investment professionals. The show will also share crucial insights and best practices to help guide investors to make smart, ethical decisions. Enterprising Investor will continue to help build a better world for investors.

Host: Mike Wallberg, CFA

Producer: Mitchell Forst 

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Stefan Sharkansky: The Only Other Spending Rule Article You Will Ever Need

Mar 1, 2026

Is it time to move beyond the 4% rule?

Stefan Sharkansky joins host Mike Wallberg, CFA, to discuss his Financial Analysts Journal article, “The Only Other Spending Rule Article You Will Ever Need,” and why retirement income planning may require a more flexible approach. Sharkansky outlines a framework that separates secure, predictable income from market-driven spending—aiming to provide both stability and upside potential throughout retirement.

He explains how his model addresses real-world retirement spending patterns, market uncertainty, and the trade-offs between safety and growth. The conversation also explores practical implementation considerations for advisors and thoughtful DIY investors looking to design more resilient decumulation strategies.

Listen to the full episode for a fresh take on retirement spending—and be sure to read Stefan Sharkansky’s article in the Financial Analysts Journal to explore the research in depth.