S&P 6,000, Elon wins, replacing gensler, remembering Mac McQuown with Robin Wigglesworth

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Nov 12, 2024

Robin Wigglesworth, a Financial Times columnist and author of 'Trillions,' dives into the legacy of index investing, paying tribute to pioneer Mac McQuown. He shares insights on the evolution of index funds and the impact of key figures like Jack Bogle. The discussion highlights the recent Fed rate cuts and the S&P 500's rise to 6,000, alongside market resilience amid speculation around cryptocurrencies and tech IPOs. Wigglesworth also explores Elon Musk's complicated acquisition of Twitter, emphasizing the need for cautious investing in turbulent times.

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Mac's First Index Fund

Mac McQuown, a quiet giant in finance, implemented the first index fund in 1971.
This was years before Vanguard's founding, showcasing his pioneering role.

INSIGHT

Samsonite's Indexing

The first index fund, managed by McQuown, was initially for Samsonite's pension fund.
It invested in all NYSE stocks, proving index funds are practically possible.

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Early Indexing Challenges

Initially, managing Samsonite's fund, holding equal amounts of 1,500 NYSE stocks, was complex.
They switched to tracking the S&P 500 in 1973 for easier management.

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On this TCAF Tuesday, Robin Wigglesworth of the Financial Times joins Josh Brown to discuss the passing of Mac McQuown, the founding Director of Dimensional Fund Advisors, and the history of market indexing. Then, at 33:18, hear an all-new episode of What Are Your Thoughts with Josh and Michael Batnick!

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