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My guest today is Christopher P. Bloomstran, CFA. He is the President and Chief Investment Officer of Semper Augustus Investments Group LLC. Chris has three decades of professional investment experience with a disciplined, value-driven approach to fundamental equity and industry research. Semper Augustus manages concentrated equity portfolios of well-run, well-capitalized businesses with share prices trading below conservative appraisals of intrinsic value.

Summary

In this conversation, Christopher Bloomstran shares insights from his extensive investment career, discussing his childhood influences, his relationship with money, and the impact of mentors. He reflects on his early investment experiences, the significance of learning from Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, and the philosophy behind his investment firm. Bloomstran also shares thoughts about market trends and emphasizes the importance of value investing and ethical management in business.

He emphasizes the importance of understanding the price of investments, the need for patience in navigating market inefficiencies, and the challenges of holding cash reserves while seeking investment opportunities. He shares insights on how market dynamics affect investment decisions and the critical role of price in determining investment success.

In this conversation, Chris discusses the importance of cash allocation during financial crises, the significant role of Apple in Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio, and shares the inspiring story of an unknown investor who successfully navigated market downturns. He emphasizes the importance of trust and relationships in defining success, both personally and professionally.

https://www.semperaugustus.com/

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