The Money Puzzle Summer series: Investing Secrets from $1.5bn Fund Manager Jun Bei Liu
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Jan 6, 2026 Jun Bei Liu, co-founder of Tencap and renowned for managing $1.5 billion in funds, shares her investing journey. She recounts her early days in Australia and how her family’s values shaped her interest in finance. Liu emphasizes the importance of behavioral finance in stock-picking and offers practical tips for everyday investors, including focusing on quality companies and utilizing ETFs. She also candidly discusses a major investment mistake and highlights the significance of continuous learning in the ever-changing market.
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Teen Arrival That Shaped Her Mindset
- Jun Bei Liu recalled arriving in Australia at 16 and being struck by the blue sky while struggling with English.
- She practiced thinking in English during long bus rides until she could follow classes and speak confidently.
Childhood Traders Lived On Paper Charts
- Jun Bei Liu described growing up poor while her father charted stocks on paper across their home.
- She absorbed his excitement and learned to treat investing like treasure hunting.
First Buy: Investing What You Know
- Her first personal investment was Woolworths after working there as a checkout assistant.
- She learned by applying university finance basics and early analyst experience.