Posts by Darryl H

Historically, there has been a considerable debate among investors about whether it is better to wait until a recession is over before investing or to continue investing throughout the economic downturn. Even though history is a great guide to the future, it’s important to note that past performance is not indicative of future results, and…

Competing investment strategies, even those not grounded in fundamentals, can create better investment opportunities for individuals who possess a well-thought-out strategy. While it may seem counterintuitive at first, the presence of different investment approaches introduces market inefficiencies and mispricings that astute investors can exploit.   One of the primary reasons why competing investment strategies can…

Fear of loss is a common psychological trait exhibited by many individuals, particularly when it comes to investing in the stock market. This phenomenon, known as loss aversion, can have a significant impact on investor behavior and decision-making. Research suggests that people tend to fear losing more than they appreciate winning, and this asymmetry in…

AI’s inability to construct winning investment strategies solely based on the investment styles of legendary investors like Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch, or Jim Simons stems from a variety of reasons that extend beyond quantitative analysis. While AI has made significant strides in finance and investing, there are inherent limitations that prevent it from replicating the…

With the NASDAQ and the S&P 500 off to great starts this year, jumping from one investment strategy to another in pursuit of higher returns can be detrimental to long-term investment performance. While it may seem tempting to chase the latest fads or attempt to time the market, such behavior often leads to suboptimal outcomes.…

In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of stock market investments, retail investors can often find themselves presented with unique opportunities when large amounts of institutional cash remain uninvested, waiting on the sidelines. Despite their relatively smaller capital compared to institutional players, individual investors possess several advantages that allow them to capitalize on these stock market…

For the sophisticated or knowledgeable retail investor, investing in individual stocks can offer a level of control, flexibility, and potentially higher returns compared to buying mutual funds or index funds. The idea behind picking individual stocks is that an investor can identify undervalued or growth companies that have the potential to appreciate significantly over time.…

Opportunities can arise in the stock market when people react to short-term ideas and news from Wall Street in a dumb way. Such reactions can create temporary fluctuations in the stock prices, and this can offer opportunities for smart investors to capitalize on these fluctuations and make profits. These types of opportunities are more and…

Investors are often faced with the temptation to switch their investment strategies when they see a change in market conditions or when their portfolio underperforms. This can be due to the fear of missing out on potential gains or the fear of losing more money. However, such a change in strategy can lead to buying…

An inverted yield curve, high inflation, and a strong economy – this is a combination of factors that has historically been associated with the onset of an economic recession. In 2023, as these indicators continue to emerge, economic experts and analysts are keeping a close watch to see if there is a looming recession in…