Introduction: A Timely Reminder from Howard Marks As Treasurer Jim Chalmers seeks to modernise the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) with one of the most substantial reforms in decades, Howard Marks’ latest memo serves as a reminder of the dangers of interventionist...
Taking time to revisit the basics periodically is a practice we’ve always advocated for. When you’re living and breathing the markets day in and day out, it’s easy to lose sight of fundamental principles—sometimes you can’t see the forest for the trees. The beauty of...
On his 94th birthday, Warren Buffett, the "Oracle of Omaha," remains one of the most respected and influential figures in the world of finance. While many might choose to slow down in their later years, Buffett continues to captivate investors with his timeless wisdom...
Market sentiment is a powerful force that often drives fluctuations in stock prices and market volatility, sometimes overshadowing the actual business fundamentals. While sentiment can be a useful gauge of market mood, relying on it to make investment decisions...
In the world of investing, the difference between success and mediocrity often boils down to how deeply one thinks about opportunities and risks. Howard Marks, co-founder of Oaktree Capital Management, is renowned for his deep insights into market behavior, and one of...
As we stand on the brink of a new era, the wave of artificial intelligence (AI) investment is just beginning. This transformative technology promises to revolutionise industries, reshape economies, and redefine the boundaries of human potential. For investors, the...
Would you bet your retirement on predicting the daily weather forecast over the next five years? Just as that gamble would be absurd, so too would be the attempt to perfectly time the stock market. Negative stories and the allure of market timing can be persuasive,...
As investors, staying informed about economic indicators is crucial to making sound investment decisions. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) is one such indicator, providing insights into the inflationary trends within the economy. Today, the Australian Bureau of...
Based on our recent highlights, takeovers at the smaller end of the ASX tend to avoid lengthy, drawn-out scenarios due to the simplicity of business scale and fewer regulatory hurdles. We’ve seen a number of examples within the TAMIM portfolios including Atturra's...
In recent years, the trend of deglobalisation and “reshoring”—bringing manufacturing production back home to the US—has gained momentum. This shift is accelerating due to the Biden administration’s investments, tax incentives, and a tougher stance on China’s...
Finding unique opportunities in Japan is a thematic we have been enthusiastic about consistently over the years. Japanese balance sheets have historically been less than optimal, with many companies holding excessive cash reserves instead of returning capital to...
While selling at a loss to offset other gains is the obvious benefit, tax loss selling may provide additional opportunities for patient investors. Tax-loss selling is a strategy where investors sell underperforming stocks at a loss to offset capital gains from...
