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Chai with Pabrai

Mohnish Pabrai’s Session with CFA Society, United Kingdom on June 12, 2024

Aug 9, 2024
Mohnish Pabrai, a renowned investor and founder of Pabrai Funds, shares his journey from a tumultuous childhood to successful investing. He discusses the importance of identifying market anomalies and how mistakes can be powerful learning tools. Pabrai dives into his unexpected shift to coal investments, revealing the complexities of cash flow management. He emphasizes the need for thorough research in uncovering hidden investment gems, particularly in Turkey. His insights also highlight the value of a disciplined investment checklist for better decision-making.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mohnish Pabrai credits his family's entrepreneurial spirit and creativity, particularly from his grandfather, as foundational to his investment philosophy.
  • He emphasizes the significance of recognizing market anomalies as opportunities to identify undervalued assets and achieve strategic gains.

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Influence of Family Background

Monish Pabrai attributes his investment philosophy and entrepreneurial spirit to his family background, particularly his grandfather, a renowned magician, and his father, an entrepreneur. Growing up, he spent summers with his grandfather, who not only entertained with magic tricks but also instilled a sense of creativity and excellence in his craft. His father's repeated ventures into various businesses, despite facing failures, taught him to identify market gaps and seize opportunities. This combination of creativity and a relentless pursuit of innovation laid the foundation for Pabrai's future success in the investment world.

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