Download or read book Mutual Fund Shareholder Letters Flows Performance and Managerial Behavior written by Alexander Hillert and published by . This book was released on 2023 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Scion Value Fund Letters to Shareholders written by Martin Kilarski and published by Martin Kilarski. This book was released on 2024-05-30 with total page 141 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compiles the full, un-edited versions of every one of Michael Burry's letters to the shareholders from 2000 to 2006 that I could find. You can find most of the letters online, but this compiles them into a well-designed, easily readable format. The collection is born out of a desire to offer the following benefits to investing community: - Effortless Navigation: Gone are the days of cumbersome PDFs or archived documents. Our clear, optimized layout ensures a seamless reading experience on any e-reader. - Crystal-Clear Text: We've meticulously formatted the letters for enhanced readability, allowing you to focus on Burry's insightful commentary. - Preserving the Legacy: These shareholder letters are more than just annual reports. They chronicle the journey of Scion Value Fund. By compiling them in this permanent volume, I want to ensure their preservation for future generations.
Download or read book Nomad Investment Letters to Shareholders written by Martin Kilarski and published by Martin Kilarski. This book was released on 2024-06-03 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compiles the full, unedited versions of every letter Nick Sleep and Qais Zakaria sent to Nomad Investment Partnership shareholders from 2001 to 2013. While most of the letters can be found online, this book compiles them into more easily readable format. The collection is born out of a desire to offer the following benefits to the investment community: - Effortless Navigation: Gone are the days of cumbersome PDFs or archived documents. This clear, optimized layout ensures a seamless reading experience on any e-reader. - Preserving the Legacy: These shareholder letters are more than just annual reports. They chronicle the journey of Nomad Investment Partnership. By compiling them in this permanent volume, I want to ensure their preservation for future generations.
Download or read book Fundsmith Letters to Shareholders written by Martin Kilarski and published by MarTin Kilarski. This book was released on 2024-06-15 with total page 221 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book compiles the full, un-edited versions of every letter Terry Smith sent to shareholders from 2010 to 2023, which are available on Fundsmith's website. While most of the letters can be found there, this book compiles them into a well-designed, easily readable format. I will continue to add letters to this collection as they are published on the website in the future. The collection is born out of a desire to offer the following benefits to the investing community: - Enhanced Convenience: Currently, shareholder letters are scattered across various documents on the official website. This book compiles them in one central location, making it easier than ever to navigate and explore the complete record of Fundsmith’s communication with shareholders. - Preserving the Legacy: These shareholder letters are more than just annual reports. They chronicle the journey of Fundsmith. By compiling them in this permanent volume, I want to ensure their preservation for future generations.
Download or read book Management Investment Companies written by Investment Company Institute (U.S.) and published by . This book was released on 1962 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dear Fellow Shareholders written by Martin J. Whitman and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Mutual Fund Corporate Culture and Performance written by Aron A. Gottesman and published by . This book was released on 2019 with total page 28 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There are several reasons why mutual fund corporate culture should predict fund performance. First, at funds with excellent corporate cultures, employees are recognized for their contributions and are involved in decision making. This usually translates into employees working harder, being more productive, and more committed to the firm. All things being equal, this should enhance fund performance as funds with excellent corporate cultures will not have to engage as regularly in the expensive process of hiring and training new employees as other funds. Second, a fund with a strong corporate culture will be investor driven rather than sales driven. Consequently, it will pursue policies that always have the investor in mind, e.g., closing funds that are too large, not using trendy funds just to attract greater assets, keeping fees fair, not using soft dollars, and implementing redemption fees to stop market timing. Such policies should improve fund performance for the investor as compared to funds that do not practice these policies. Third, a fund with an excellent corporate culture will communicate well to its investors. Such a fund will put out shareholder letters that explain in-depth what they are buying, not buying, and what went right as well as what went wrong. This effective communication should help investors place the current investing environment into perspective and thus can help them think longer term and avoid making fleeting decisions. As a result such a fund will have better performance as they will have long-term investors that are less likely to engage in market timing strategies. In this paper we test if the above ideas hold as we examine if a mutual fund's own corporate culture predicts fund performance. To do this we use Morningstar's corporate culture grades for mutual funds and then examine the ability of these corporate culture grades to predict risk-adjusted performance of domestic equity funds over the period 2005-2010. Using methods that are robust to survivorship bias, we find there is little significant evidence that corporate culture predicts better fund performance. In the end having a fund with a strong corporate culture may insulate a mutual fund from scandal but will not result in the mutual fund outperforming the market.
Download or read book Mutual Funds written by John A. Haslem and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2009-10-08 with total page 384 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An authoritative, must-read guide to making more informed decisions about mutual funds Providing a balance of theory and application, this authoritative book will enable you to evaluate the various performance and risk attributes of mutual funds. It covers a broad range of topics, including understanding the advantages and disadvantages of mutual funds, evaluating stock/bond allocations within fund portfolios, assessing fund diversification risk, measuring fund returns and risk, and making fund buy/sell decisions. While informative chapters combine clear summaries of existing research with practical guidelines for mutual fund analysis, step-by-step decision checklists guide you through the selection of various mutual funds. Puts the risks and rewards of mutual fund investing in perspective Skillfully examines how to select and evaluate the best mutual funds Outlines mutual fund service advantages and disadvantages Discusses the long- and short-term effectiveness of mutual funds Covering major theoretical and management issues in mutual fund analysis and portfolio management, this book is an authoritative guide.
Download or read book Dear Shareholder written by Lawrence A. Cunningham and published by Harriman House Limited. This book was released on 2020-04-14 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The shareholder letters of corporate leaders are a rich source of business and investing wisdom. There is no more authoritative resource on subjects ranging from leadership and management to capital allocation and company culture. But with thousands of shareholder letters written every year, how can investors and students of the corporate world sift this vast swathe to unearth the best insights? Dear Shareholder is the solution! In this masterly new collection, Lawrence A. Cunningham, business expert and acclaimed editor of The Essays of Warren Buffett, presents the finest writers in the genre of the shareholder letter, and the most significant excerpts from their total output. Skillfully curated, edited and arranged, these letters showcase the ultimate in business and investment knowledge from an all-star team. Dear Shareholder holds letters by more than 20 different leaders from 16 companies. These leaders include Warren Buffett (Berkshire Hathaway), Tom Gayner (Markel), Kay Graham and Don Graham (The Washington Post and Graham Holdings), Roberto Goizueta (Coca-Cola), Ginni Rometty (IBM), and Prem Watsa (Fairfax). Topics covered in these letters include the long-term focus, corporate culture and commitment to values, capital allocation, buybacks, dividends, acquisitions, management, business strategy, and executive compensation. As we survey the corporate landscape in search of outstanding companies run by first-rate managers, shareholder letters are a valuable resource. The letters also contain a wealth of knowledge on the core topics of effective business management. Let Dear Shareholder be your guide.
Download or read book Quality Shareholders written by Lawrence A. Cunningham and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2020-11-03 with total page 215 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Anyone can buy stock in a public company, but not all shareholders are equally committed to a company’s long-term success. In an increasingly fragmented financial world, shareholders’ attitudes toward the companies in which they invest vary widely, from time horizon to conviction. Faced with indexers, short-term traders, and activists, it is more important than ever for businesses to ensure that their shareholders are dedicated to their missions. Today’s companies need “quality shareholders,” as Warren Buffett called those who “load up and stick around,” or buy large stakes and hold for long periods. Lawrence A. Cunningham offers an expert guide to the benefits of attracting and keeping quality shareholders. He demonstrates that a high density of dedicated long-term shareholders results in numerous comparative and competitive advantages for companies and their managers, including a longer runway to execute business strategy and a loyal cohort against adversity. Cunningham explores dozens of corporate practices and policies—such as rational capital allocation, long-term performance metrics, and a shareholder orientation—that can help shape the shareholder base and bring in committed owners. Focusing on the benefits for corporations and their investors, he reveals what draws quality shareholders to certain companies and what it means to have them in an investor base. This book is vital reading for investors, executives, and directors seeking to understand and attract the kind of shareholders that their companies need.
Download or read book Morningstar Guide to Mutual Funds written by Christine Benz and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2003-02-17 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Praise for Morningstar Guide to Mutual Funds "Picking actively managed mutual funds is no mean challenge. And as the recent era underscores, past performance is of little help. The Morningstar Guide to Mutual Funds helps cut through the fog with a solid volume of constructive advice. The central message-'truly diversify, keep it simple, focus on costs, and stick with it'-is not only timeless, it is priceless." -John C. Bogle, founder and former CEO, The Vanguard Group "There's nothing Morningstar doesn't know about mutual funds. And at last, for ready reference, there's a book. You'll find everything here you need to know about managing fund investments, inside or outside a 401(k)." -Jane Bryant Quinn, Newsweek columnist and author of Making the Most of Your Money "All serious mutual fund investors know that Morningstar is the source of impeccable data and sound investment advice. This book is the culmination of nearly two decades of research, analysis, and good old commonsense wisdom." -Tyler Mathisen, financial journalist, CNBC "Momentum investing, the hype in NASDAQ, the dot-com mania are mostly behind us. Now, we must navigate through the market debris. We need a compass as we look to allocate our financial resources in a way best suited to maintain purchasing power and fully fund retirement. The Morningstar Guide will help investors find true north and steer a course to reach their long-term financial goals." -Mario J. Gabelli, Chief Investment Officer Gabelli Asset Management, a publicly traded company "A generation of investors who took the stock market for granted now know how important it is to understand-and control-their own investments. The Morningstar Guide should be their most important resource." -Terry Savage, Chicago Sun-Times financial columnist and author of The Savage Truth on Money
Download or read book Language and Thought braille written by John Bissell Carroll and published by CNIB, [197-]. This book was released on 197? with total page 118 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Hedge Fund Activism written by Alon Brav and published by Now Publishers Inc. This book was released on 2010 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hedge Fund Activism begins with a brief outline of the research literature and describes datasets on hedge fund activism.
Download or read book The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money written by Jill Schlesinger and published by Ballantine Books. This book was released on 2020-02-04 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You’re smart. So don’t be dumb about money. Pinpoint your biggest money blind spots and take control of your finances with these tools from CBS News Business Analyst and host of the nationally syndicated radio show Jill on Money, Jill Schlesinger. “A must-read . . . This straightforward and pleasingly opinionated book may persuade more of us to think about financial planning.”—Financial Times Hey you . . . you saw the title. You get the deal. You’re smart. You’ve made a few dollars. You’ve done what the financial books and websites tell you to do. So why isn’t it working? Maybe emotions and expectations are getting in the way of good sense—or you’re paying attention to the wrong people. If you’ve started counting your lattes, for god’s sake, just stop. Read this book instead. After decades of working as a Wall Street trader, investment adviser, and money expert for CBS News, Jill Schlesinger reveals thirteen costly mistakes you may be making right now with your money. Drawing on personal stories and a hefty dose of humor, Schlesinger argues that even the brightest people can behave like financial dumb-asses because of emotional blind spots. So if you’ve saved for college for your kids before saving for retirement, or you’ve avoided drafting a will, this is the book for you. By following Schlesinger’s rules about retirement, college financing, insurance, real estate, and more, you can save money and avoid countless sleepless nights. It could be the smartest investment you make all year. Praise for The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money “Common sense is not always common, especially when it comes to managing your money. Consider Jill Schlesinger’s book your guide to all the things you should know about money but were never taught. After reading it, you’ll be smarter, wiser, and maybe even wealthier.”—Chris Guillebeau, author of Side Hustle and The $100 Startup “A must-read, whether you’re digging yourself out of a financial hole or stacking up savings for the future, The Dumb Things Smart People Do with Their Money is a personal finance gold mine loaded with smart financial nuggets delivered in Schlesinger’s straight-talking, judgment-free style.”—Beth Kobliner, author of Make Your Kid a Money Genius (Even If You’re Not) and Get a Financial Life
Download or read book Investment Company Act Release written by United States. Securities and Exchange Commission and published by . This book was released on 1967 with total page 974 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Practice of Absorption Spectrophotometry written by E. I. Stearns and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 1969 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "First class. A great job at collating our philosophy." - Warren Buffett"Very practical." - Charlie Munger"One of the top investment books of all time." - The Motley Fool"A must-read business book." - JP Morgan Private Banking"As much a business management book as a personal finance book." - Publishera's Weekly"One of the best books of the year. Two thumbs up!" - CNN (Financial News)"A serious investment course with entertainment thrown in." - Investora's Chronicle"The book on Buffett - a superb job!" - Forbes"Extraordinary - full of wisdom, humour and common sense." - Money"A classic on value investing and the definitive source on Buffett." - The Financial Times
Download or read book ESG and Responsible Institutional Investing Around the World A Critical Review written by Pedro Matos and published by CFA Institute Research Foundation. This book was released on 2020-05-29 with total page 80 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This survey examines the vibrant academic literature on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investing. While there is no consensus on the exact list of ESG issues, responsible investors increasingly assess stocks in their portfolios based on nonfinancial data on environmental impact (e.g., carbon emissions), social impact (e.g., employee satisfaction), and governance attributes (e.g., board structure). The objective is to reduce exposure to investments that pose greater ESG risks or to influence companies to become more sustainable. One active area of research at present involves assessing portfolio risk exposure to climate change. This literature review focuses on institutional investors, which have grown in importance such that they have now become the largest holders of shares in public companies globally. Historically, institutional investors tended to concentrate their ESG efforts mostly on corporate governance (the “G” in ESG). These efforts included seeking to eliminate provisions that restrict shareholder rights and enhance managerial power, such as staggered boards, supermajority rules, golden parachutes, and poison pills. Highlights from this section: · There is no consensus on the exact list of ESG issues and their materiality. · The ESG issue that gets the most attention from institutional investors is climate change, in particular their portfolio companies’ exposure to carbon risk and “stranded assets.” · Investors should be positioning themselves for increased regulation, with the regulatory agenda being more ambitious in the European Union than in the United States. Readers might come away from this survey skeptical about the potential for ESG investing to affect positive change. I prefer to characterize the current state of the literature as having a “healthy dose of skepticism,” with much more remaining to be explored. Here, I hope the reader comes away with a call to action. For the industry practitioner, I believe that the investment industry should strive to achieve positive societal goals. CFA Institute provides an exemplary case in its Future of Finance series (www.cfainstitute.org/research/future-finance). For the academic community, I suggest we ramp up research aimed at tackling some of the open questions around the pressing societal goals of ESG investing. I am optimistic that practitioners and academics will identify meaningful ways to better harness the power of global financial markets for addressing the pressing ESG issues facing our society.
