Enterprising Investor
CFA Institute
Enterprising Investor is the flagship podcast of CFA Institute and the definitive program for the investment management industry. As stewards of the investment industry, Enterprising Investor will feature intimate conversations with some of the most influential people from the world of finance about the topics that matter most to investment professionals.
Episodes
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May 31, 2011 • 16min
Hedge Fund Alpha: Where to Find It and How to Capture It
In episode #102, Clifford S. Asness addresses issues regarding hedge funds, including the different risk and reward profiles of various strategies, the never-ending quest for alpha, and the growing interest in hedge fund replication.
May 25, 2011 • 12min
ESG Data and the Investment Process
In episode #096, Curtis Ravenel discusses the use of environmental, social, and governance factors in the investment management process and the data currently available in these areas.
May 18, 2011 • 15min
Managing an Investment Management Firm
In episode #101, Howard Marks, CFA, discusses his widely read client memos, his core investment philosophy, and strategies for making sure culture and philosophy at his firm are properly aligned across regions.
May 11, 2011 • 7min
The Proper Role of the Fed
In episode #100, William Poole discusses the history of the Federal Reserve in the United States and the evolution of its mandates over time.
May 4, 2011 • 19min
Geopolitical Risks and Trends
In episode #098, Kevin Kajiwara discusses the global investment implications of current geopolitical trends and risks.
Apr 27, 2011 • 9min
The Power behind Investing in Alternative Energy
In episode #099, Russell Read, CFA, discusses the changing dynamics and where the opportunities lie for alternative energy.
Apr 22, 2011 • 12min
Japan: Change in a Time of Crisis
In episode #094, Yasuhiro Oshima, CFA, gives his thoughts on Japan's recovery from the recent earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear crises.
Apr 20, 2011 • 9min
Incorporating Family Dynamics into a Wealth Manager's Advisory Process
In episode #097, Lisa Gray discusses the importance of incorporating family dynamics into the advisory process.
Apr 13, 2011 • 10min
The Proper Role of Art in an Investment Portfolio
In episode #095, The allure of investing in art is compelling to many investors, but is unfamiliar territory to many financial advisers. Jeffrey Horvitz discusses the pros and cons of adding art to your portfolio.
Apr 6, 2011 • 16min
Risk and Portfolio Management
In episode #093, Attilio Meucci, CFA, offers a systematic approach to risk and portfolio management and describes some of the challenges and tradeoffs investors face when it comes to controlling risk in their portfolios.
