Wes Gray, founder of Alpha Architect, joins the show to explore the evolution from traditional stock picking to data-driven quantitative investing.

Listen now and learn:

• Why even a perfect stock-picking strategy can still fail during market downturns

• The power of factor investing and how it systematically enhances portfolio returns

• A critical perspective on investing in emerging markets and private equity

Visit www.TheLongTermInvestor.com for show notes, free resources, and a place to submit questions.

[0:30] From Stock Picker to Quant: Wes Gray’s Investing Journey

[8:39] The Efficient Market Hypothesis and the Reality of Active Investing

[12:29] Factor Investing Explained

[19:31] Why Value Investing Has Struggled  

[29:54] The Role of Momentum in a Portfolio  

[33:36] A Critical Look at Emerging Markets and Private Equity