Patience Has Become an Underrated Investment Skill
When I started my career at Merrill Lynch more than 40 years ago, investing was a slower process. Information was harder to find, trades took more time, and investors generally understood that building wealth did not happen overnight. Today, everything moves at an incredible pace. News travels instantly. Investors can buy or sell with a […]
Why the Right Questions Matter More Than the Right Stock Pick
When people find out I have spent more than 40 years in the investment business, one of the first questions they usually ask is, “What stock should I buy?” I understand why. Everyone wants to find the investment that delivers exceptional returns. We naturally look for the next great opportunity. Over the years, though, I […]
The Investment World Has Changed Fast
When I started in this business 40 years ago, investing looked very different. There were no algorithms making split second trades and no artificial intelligence analyzing massive amounts of data in seconds. Research took time, decisions moved slower, and experience carried a lot of weight. Today, technology is everywhere in the investment world. Algorithms can […]
Investing Has Become a Speed Game
When I first entered the investment business 40 years ago, investing moved at a slower pace. Information took longer to travel, trades were not instant, and investors generally understood that building wealth required time. Today, everything feels immediate. Investors can buy and sell stocks from their phones in seconds. Financial news updates nonstop. Social media […]