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10 Biggest Ideas in “How NOT to Invest”

Barry Ritholtz

The challenge in writing How NOT to Invest was organizing a large number of ideas, many of which were only loosely connected, into something coherent, understandable, and, most importantly, readable. That insight greatly simplified my task of making the book both fun to read and helpful for anyone interested in investing.

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At the Money: Meb Faber on Tax Aware ETFs

Barry Ritholtz

(December 4, 2024) Are you holding large, concentrated equity positions that have accrued big gains? Meb Faber, founder and chief investment officer of Cambria Investments, speaks about a new ETF that may be the solution to the challenge of concentrated equity positions. Tell us what a concentrated position is.

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James Owen, Global Chief Financial Officer, Profiles Division, Kantar

Generation CFO

However, when he didn’t secure a senior contract at Bradford City, he left that path behind and went on to study maths at University. With the argument centring around that we can’t concentrate, we don’t knuckle down and stick something out through tougher times. . It’s too easy for leaders to throw mud at millennials,” says James.

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Members’ Profile: Rofhiwa Irene Singo

CFO Talks

However, my commerce teacher noticed my aptitude for math and saw potential in me for a different path. After finishing primary school, I initially chose needlework in my first year of high school. This combination of physical activity, nutrition, and focused work time helps me maintain productivity, even during demanding days.

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Stakes Rising In The US-China AI Race

Global Finance

Additionally, according to Dougherty, a vibrant private sector, fueled by significant capital investment, is effectively commercializing and refining AI applications. Despite this, China continues to invest heavily in government-funded research and development (R&D). Yet, this lead isn’t necessarily secure.

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10 Monday AM Reads

Barry Ritholtz

My back-to-work morning train WFH reads: • Ken Griffin’s Hand-Picked Math Prodigy Runs Market-Making Empire : Citadel Securities CEO Peng Zhao left for college at age 14, caught Griffin’s eye early in his career and built systems now mopping up market share. Bonds : Short-term costs for insuring U.S. doomers are focused on the wrong threat.

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Transcript: Kristen Bitterly Michell

Barry Ritholtz

She is Head of North America Investments for Citi Global Wealth, which is a giant wealth management arm of the giant Citibank. It’s a town of about 4,000 people, so exposure to markets or investment banking or any of the careers in finance was not something that you really envisioned. Her name is Kristen Bitterly Michell.