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Two Quants and a Financial Planner | Bridging the Worlds of Investing and Financial Planning
Practical Lessons from Michael Mauboussin
Sep 23, 2024
Michael Mauboussin, a respected thinker in finance, shares his invaluable investing insights. The discussion clarifies the differences between investing and speculating, emphasizing long-term value strategies. Mauboussin introduces expectation investing, offering a three-step evaluation method for stock prices. He also delves into the complexities of valuation multiples and the competitive landscape between active and passive investing. Additionally, he sheds light on navigating expected returns with a focus on probabilistic thinking and the relevance of historical data.
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- Understanding the critical distinction between investing and speculating allows investors to align their strategies with a long-term perspective.
- Expectation investing, which evaluates opportunities through a probabilistic framework, enhances decision-making by analyzing scenarios and potential outcomes.
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Understanding Value Growth Distinction
The distinction between value and growth investments is often misunderstood, as emphasized in the discussion of investment strategies. Traditional methods portray two ways to lose money: through negative cash flow or by carrying unprofitable investments reflected on the income statement. Investors are cautioned that multiples should not be conflated with valuation, serving instead as shorthand in the valuation process. This clarity shapes how one analyzes investments and encourages a more nuanced approach to understanding fundamental value.
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