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Weekend thoughts: investing advice (not financial advice!) for non-investors

Yet Another Value Blog • 1513 implied HN points • 13 Jan 24
💰 Finance Investing Stocks Index funds Accounting Value investing
  1. Investing in low-cost index funds can be a smart choice for non-investors.
  2. Trying to outperform the market with individual stock trading is challenging and can be risky.
  3. It's important to learn the basics, understand finding an edge, and align investments with expertise when pursuing investing as a hobby.

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Value Investing World • 452 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
💰 Finance Investing Stocks Podcasts Value investing
  1. In times of easy money, people tend to take risky investments over maintaining high standards.
  2. Choosing to abstain from risky investments and herd behavior requires uncommon strength.
  3. Check out valuable investment insights from sources like Howard Marks, Boyar Research, Mohnish Pabrai, and Fundsmith's annual letter.

Value Investing Substack Portfolio Review | Annual Letter 2023

Value Investing Substack • 373 implied HN points • 14 Jan 24
💰 Finance Investing Stocks Financial Analysis Value investing
  1. The VIS Portfolio outperformed the S&P 500 both in up and down years, showing it's a zero-correlation portfolio.
  2. By focusing on undervalued stocks, the VIS Portfolio achieved similar or higher upside than the S&P 500 with lower downside risk.
  3. The VIS Portfolio has consistently beaten the S&P 500 across different time periods, showcasing the effectiveness of the value investing strategy.
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Value Investors: How To "Buy & Hold" Forever Despite ST Volatility

Value Investing Substack • 294 implied HN points • 25 Jun 23
💰 Finance Investing Portfolio Management Value investing Market volatility Risk management
  1. Value investors can create a low-volatility portfolio by combining Factor Investing with Value Investing
  2. Implementing a diversified portfolio of 20 stocks with >1:3 risk:reward can provide a 15% CAGR while minimizing downside volatility
  3. Staying disciplined, identifying stocks with high risk:reward ratio, and staying in cash until finding suitable opportunities are key strategies for value investors

What Are The Dangers And Rewards Of Doubling Down On Your Investments?

Behavioral Value Investor • 89 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
💰 Finance Investments Risk management Behavioral Finance Value investing Financial Markets
  1. Doubling down on investments can be risky, make sure to assess potential downsides.
  2. Even successful investors can make mistakes and suffer losses by doubling down.
  3. Before doubling down on an investment, consider factors like financial leverage, funding requirements, and management strength.

Finding The Next Warren Buffett-Style Investment: Chris DeMuth

QTR’s Fringe Finance • 12 implied HN points • 28 Feb 24
💰 Finance Investment Stocks Hedge Funds Value investing Financial advice
  1. Chris DeMuth Jr. aims to find hidden value in investments rather than seeking stock picking grandeur like Warren Buffett.
  2. Warren Buffett's successful investments with Berkshire Hathaway have resulted in substantial gains over the years, dwarfing many other financial endeavors.
  3. Investors have benefitted immensely by sticking with Warren Buffett over the long term, showcasing the power of patience and consistent investment strategies.

Margin of Safety: An alternative risk assessment tool?

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 16 Apr 11
💰 Finance Investment Risk Assessment Valuation Market Analysis Value investing Investment Risk Assessment Valuation Market Analysis Value investing
  1. Margin of Safety (MOS) is used at the end of the investment process, only after finding good companies and estimating their value. It's not helpful to think about MOS earlier in the process.
  2. MOS enhances risk assessment and intrinsic valuation but doesn’t replace them. You still need good estimates of value to use MOS effectively.
  3. The MOS should vary based on how certain you are about the intrinsic value. It's not a fixed number, as different stocks and situations come with different levels of uncertainty.

Buffett: Man or Myth

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 02 Mar 09
💼 Business Investing Finance Corporate Governance Market Strategy Value investing Investing Management Finance Economics Corporate Governance
  1. Warren Buffett is a successful investor known for his philosophy of buying businesses rather than stocks. This approach has helped him make smart investment choices over the years.
  2. Buffett prefers investing in well-managed, mature companies and avoids being an activist investor. He values companies with strong leadership and tends to stick to his area of expertise.
  3. People often misunderstand Buffett's approach to risk. He does consider risk when investing, using conservative cash flow estimates to guide his decisions, so it's important to not ignore risk in your own investing.

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Theory A : Visualize Value Investing • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jan 25
💰 Finance Investing Options Market Analysis Value investing Financial tools
  1. Combining options trading with value investing can help you benefit from both short-term gains and long-term growth. This way, you can use different strategies to navigate the market more effectively.
  2. Visualizing options data can give you a clearer understanding of market predictions, rather than just looking at plain numbers. It's easier to see trends and potential price movements when data is represented visually.
  3. When using options, it's important to consider the time frame and your investment thesis. Short-term options may offer high leverage but can also be risky due to sudden price changes.

Financial Alchemy: David Einhorn’s “value” play for Apple

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 08 Feb 13
💰 Finance Investing Stock Market Corporate Finance Value investing Financial Analysis
  1. Giving preferred stock to Apple shareholders won't really create any new value for the company since it doesn't change cash flows or risk. It's like trying to make something out of nothing.
  2. Issuing preferred stock might affect the stock price, but there are simpler ways for Apple to reassure investors about its cash, like increasing common dividends or doing stock buybacks.
  3. Many companies confuse price and value, which leads to misleading claims. It's important to be clear about whether an action will actually increase value or just the stock price.

Passive Value investing: Screening for bargains

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 12 Jun 12
💰 Finance Investing Stock Market Value investing Financial Analysis Portfolio Management
  1. Value investing helps you find cheap stocks by using specific criteria. You can look for things like low price-to-earnings ratios and high dividend yields to spot bargains.
  2. While screening for cheap stocks can be effective, it takes time and patience to see good returns. Often, the best results come over longer periods rather than right away.
  3. Using a structured approach is key to successful investing. Combine different screens and analyses to get a clearer picture of the stock's potential for growth and risk.

Value Investing: An Identity Crisis?

Musings on Markets • 0 implied HN points • 08 Jun 12
💰 Finance Investing Value investing Market Analysis Financial Theory Stock Trading
  1. Not everyone has the same definition of a value investor, making it broad and sometimes confusing. It's important to have a clear understanding of what being a value investor means to recognize who truly fits that role.
  2. There are different styles of value investing, like passive, contrarian, and activist. Each style requires different skills and approaches, making it essential for investors to find what suits them best.
  3. Many believe that value investors will outperform other types of investors in the long run. However, this claim should be carefully examined to see if it holds true or if it's just a popular belief.