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Buffett’s Rules

October 20, 2024 | Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett, widely seen as the greatest stock picker, has core investment philosophies worth revisiting over and over. Here are some of his principles, illustrated with specific examples and quotes.

Aging Gracefully

October 18, 2024 | Earlier this year, Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway acquired a ~$266 million stake in cosmetics store chain Ulta Beauty.

Disaster, Inc.

October 16, 2024 | It’s no secret that natural disasters are rising. But rather quietly, the $200 billion disaster-restoration industry has become a target for private equity investors eager to cash in on the rising demand for cleanup services after catastrophic events.

Running an Empire

October 14, 2024 | Veronica and Miguel Garza's journey from a small kitchen in Texas to a billion-dollar business with Siete Foods is a compelling story of entrepreneurship, resilience, and innovation.

The Multimillionaire Next Door

October 13, 2024 | Ronald Read, a gas station attendant in small-town Vermont, quietly amassed a fortune worth $8 million. It’s a powerful lesson in frugality and the powerful effects of compounding.

Long-Term Games

October 11, 2024 | Are prices finally coming down? It’s happening, at least somewhere. As consumer spending slows, businesses are turning to discounts to attract customers. The shift comes after years of price increases driven by rising costs and consumer demand.

Follow the Crowd

October 9, 2024 | America’s flood insurance system might need a facelift. Mark Gongloff, a Bloomberg Opinion editor and columnist covering climate change, argues that Hurricanes Helene and Milton provide the latest proof that flood insurance in the U.S. isn’t sufficient.

Smashing Records

October 7, 2024 | The gold rush of 2024 rages on. Bullion prices are smashing all kinds of records this year amid geopolitical tension, and more people want in. Bloomberg is calling the run “a breathtaking surge.”

Time Horizons

October 6, 2024 | Jeff Bezos once asked Warren Buffett why people don't follow his investment advice, especially since it’s so simple. Buffett's response? “People aren't comfortable getting rich slowly.”

LVMH: Investing in True Luxury

July 6, 2025 | They say fashion trends come and go, but true luxury never goes out of style. In a world where technology dominates headlines and consumer fads flare up and fizzle out, LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton) stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of high-end goods and experiences.

Mid-Year Portfolio Review

June 29, 2025 | We’ve come across plenty of impressive businesses, but only eight have made it into our portfolio so far. I know… we’re picky. But great investing is often more about knowing when to say no than when to say yes. Each position must strike the right balance between price and value.

Smith & Wesson: Unloved For Good Reason?

June 22, 2025 | We’re departing from the familiar territory of scalable SaaS companies and brand-centric consumer products, like Airbnb, Alphabet, Reddit, Nike, and Mercedes-Benz, and stepping into a realm that many investors will find more distasteful: firearms manufacturing via Smith & Wesson (ticker: SWBI).

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