Author: Kawika Shoji

Bringing athlete discipline to investing—insights on markets, technology, and growth to spark learning and conversation at Regency Capital.

I recently reviewed the latest version of President Trump’s tax proposal, informally branded the “Big Beautiful Bill” and officially titled the One Big Beautiful Bill Act. While the name sounds more like theater than policy the proposed bill has some large ramifications for all of us.

In the world of retirement planning, the phrase "set it and forget it" has long been a favorite. For years, leaving your 401(k) from a previous employer untouched may have seemed like a safe, hassle-free strategy. But as market conditions become increasingly complex and uncertain, that autopilot approach may no longer serve your long-term financial goals.

For much of the past decade, fixed income felt like an afterthought. Ultra-low interest rates meant bonds offered little income and even less value. Then came 2022—when bond prices finally cracked under the weight of distorted valuations. Even now, many investors in broad bond indexes are still waiting to break even.

A rollover individual retirement account (IRA) is an account used for the transfer of assets from a previous employer-sponsored retirement plan, like a 401(k) or 403(b). If you have left your job and have an old 401(k) or 403(b), you may want to roll that money into an IRA and begin to take control of it.

Kawika Shoji and Neil Rose discuss the relevance and performance of gold as an investment in the current market...

I don’t think anyone expected a quiet start to the new year, but I’m not sure anyone could have predicted the flurry of shocking news stories that have flooded our devices and timelines thus far in 2025.

The 27th Sony Open, Hawaii’s only annual professional sporting event, concluded last week at Waialae Country Club, and what an incredible event it was!

Although some Olympians do work multiple jobs to fund their athletic pursuits, most are singularly dedicated to their sport with a steadfast commitment to personal improvement.

The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad have officially come to an end. Paris 2024 gave us two weeks of riveting competition, inspiring stories, and a much needed, uplifting two week pause from divisive political landscapes and negative news cycles.

Acknowledging the role of luck is essential, especially when reflecting on our own paths. It’s a reminder that circumstances beyond our control play a significant role in shaping our lives.

Neil Rose and Kawika Shoji discuss the various strategies at Regency Capital and how they have done in the first three years of the firm.