What's Matt Reading

This month, we dive into the history of Vanguard to explore public vs. private markets, analyze why the average active investor detracts value from society, and look at Howard Marks’ philosophy on balancing market belief with healthy skepticism.

This month, we explore Elon Musk’s early history with Peter Thiel, the ongoing monetization debate surrounding AI, and the comforting fact that even Warren Buffett had moments of panic.

This month, we investigate the realistic pace of technological advancement, explore the strategic benefits of international stock diversification, and explain why complexity is often an investor’s worst enemy.

This month, we explore the limits of historical market data, glean wisdom from a 108-year-old Wall Street veteran, and discuss why the pioneer of the ‘Yale Model’ recommends passive index funds for everyday investors.

This month, we consider the optimal amount of inheritance to leave your children, the critical importance of manager selection in private markets, and how financial journalists can lead investors astray.

This month, we explore what historical agricultural data tells us about AI job displacement, why premium Swiss watchmakers intentionally limit growth, and how short sellers help keep market prices efficient.