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Behind the Balance Sheet

#36 The Runner

Jun 20, 2024
Investor John Huber shares his investing principles, including capital allocation, revenue growth, and his focus on North American stocks. He discusses why he likes Alphabet and why Floor & Décor is a major position. The chat covers strategic investing inspired by Warren Buffett, company culture's role in Google's success, quick conviction investments, and insights on stock research. It also explores the potential impact of automated vehicles on the stock market and the importance of maintaining a diversified portfolio. Plus, a look at the similarities between running and investing, along with book recommendations.
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  • Emphasis on 6-10% revenue growth rate as sweet spot for investments.
  • Importance of culture and talent in assessing long-term impacts of investments.

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