Charlie Munger, the late vice-chairman of the multinational conglomerate, Berkshire Hathaway and a close friend of Warren Buffett left behind a legacy of immensely profound investment wisdom. His ideals, philosophies and vision compiled in the book ‘Poor Charlie’s Almananck’ continue to guide professionals and aspirational investors throughout the globe. This book was first published in … Read more
Many Indians find themselves struggling to devise an investment plan and save money efficiently. This is happening in an era of global inflation, economic tariffs and disputes between nations all over the world. This is an era where financial stability is of paramount importance. Now, even after a cultural emphasis on saving and investing, several … Read more
Peter Lynch’s iconic work, ‘One Up on Wall Street’, provides invaluable ideas and insights for investors aiming to navigate the challenges and complexities of the equity markets. His principles, views and investing vision, though articulated decades ago in 1989, still remain profoundly significant, for both aspirational investors and seasoned professionals. Especially in today’s dynamic equity … Read more
Markets across the globe, led by US equity markets, are reeling from the aftershocks of the recently announced tariffs by President Donald Trump. Trillions of dollars in wealth have been wiped out in the recent correction in the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones. The Indian equity markets have witnessed a similar impact, with … Read more
Starting a new job is an exciting milestone for many young professionals. However, alongside the job opportunity come financial responsibilities and challenges that require careful planning. To build a stable financial future, first-time earners must be aware of and avoid common mistakes that could hinder their financial growth. This article explores these common pitfalls and … Read more
Several surveys over the years have consistently shown that a significant portion of Indians don’t have an emergency fund. This lack of financial knowledge and contingency funds has resulted in most remaining vulnerable to financial difficulties such as medical emergencies, sudden layoffs and unexpected expenses. One such survey, conducted recently by Finology Ventures, found that … Read more
All three possessed exceptional analytical skills and a deep understanding of value investing principles. Yet most people have only heard of the first two. Buffett once said when markets crashed nearly 70% in 1973-74, Guerin, who had borrowed heavily to invest in equity, faced devastating margin calls. This forced him to sell his Berkshire Hathaway … Read more
What makes this change remarkable isn’t just the numbers—it’s the staggering 430x return Jhunjhunwala’s family has made on IKS over 17 years, turning a little-known investment into a multi-thousand-crore behemoth. This is a story of patience, conviction, and the ability to spot transformative businesses long before the market catches on. The new crown jewel IKS … Read more
“Sometimes I’ve made mistakes in assessing the future economics of a business I’ve purchased for Berkshire – each a case of capital allocation gone wrong. That happens with both judgments about marketable equities – we view these as partial ownership of businesses – and the 100% acquisitions of companies,” he wrote in his letter to … Read more
India has the highest population of all the countries in the world. India also is the fastest growing economy among all the major economies. It is common knowledge that humans are the real capital of any civilization. Also Read | How can building credit history in your 20s set you up for financial success? Further, … Read more