Gene Hoots

Financial advisors Lawrence Hamtil, known for his contrarian strategies, and Gene Hoots, author of "Going Down Tobacco Road," delve into the surprising success of tobacco investments. They discuss how tobacco stocks have outperformed others consistently for over a century and explore the industry's evolution from diverse origins to a few dominant players. Key topics include the resilience of tobacco amidst regulatory challenges, the growing competition from vaping and cannabis, and the impact of ESG factors shaping investment decisions in this controversial sector.