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The Rational Reminder Podcast

Episode 292 - Rob Copeland: Ray Dalio and Bridgewater

Feb 15, 2024
Author Rob Copeland discusses the rise and unraveling of Ray Dalio and Bridgewater Associates. Topics include the company's investment portfolio, Dalio's model of economic cycles, criticism of his model, predicting market crashes, Bridgewater's investment success track record, employee experiences, and undisclosed aspects of Dalio's success story.
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Quick takeaways

  • Bridgewater Associates' investment management portfolio is a crucial factor contributing to its success.
  • Ray Dalio's model of economic cycles has influenced the company's investment approach but has faced criticism for its believability and predictive ability.

Deep dives

The Bridgewater Culture and Ray Dalio's Wisdom

The podcast episode discusses Rob Copeland's recently released book, 'The Fund: Ray Dalio, Bridgewater Associates and the Unraveling of a Wall Street Legend', which delves into the story of Bridgewater's success, Ray Dalio's wisdom, and the culture at the firm. The book sheds light on Dalio's approach to investing, his economic model, and his principles. It challenges the believability of Dalio's predictions and the effectiveness of his principles in understanding history and economics. The episode also explores the perception and reception of Dalio's success and the role his principles played in Bridgewater's growth.

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