On the Couch with Jonathan Nurick (DivGro): The Power of Dividend Growth

Welcome to another episode of On the Couch, the podcast series where we chat with brokers, CEOs, and fund managers to give you valuable insights into the investing world.In this episode, Henry Jennings is joined by Jonathan Nurick, CIO and Founder of DivGro.In 2019, Jonathan co-founded DivGro, an investment fund built on the same philosophy his family office has applied for decades. His father, Matthew Nurick, was a director at the prominent London-based fund of hedge funds pioneer, Momentum Group.The fund's approach is rooted in academic research—led by Myron Gordon, father of the Gordon Growth Model—that links long-term dividend growth to share price appreciation.Talking Points:Can you explain the DivGro philosophy?What is the Gordon Model?How a dividend focus can support investor psychology and help investors stay the courseUsing dividends as a lens to assess investment opportunitiesKey features of a dividend investors should pay attention to—and whyExamples of how DivGro identifies and profits from rising dividendsWhy dividends offer insight into a company's health and long-term prospectsShould investors focus on high yields now, or long-term capital growth?What advice would you give to retail investors in the current environment?Disclaimer: This is general advice only. Please consult your financial adviser before making any investment decisions.If you’re looking for personal financial advice, our friends at Clime Investment Management can help. Their team of licensed advisers operates across most states, offering tailored financial planning services.Want to invest with Marcus Today? The Managed Strategy Portfolio is designed for investors seeking exposure to our strategy while we do the hard work for you.Why not sign up for a free trial? Gain access to expert insights, research, and analysis to become a better investor.