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Wall Street: Got What it Takes?
On June - 17 - 2008
As I was reading Where Are the Customers’ Yachts, there was a little aptitude test which I found amusing that looks at whether you have what it takes to do well in Wall Street, Old School Style. Ready to take it yourself?
there was a little aptitude test which I found amusing that looks at whether you have what it takes to do well in Wall Street, Old School Style. Ready to take it yourself? Berkshire Hathaway (BRK.B) 50% Discount
On June - 8 - 2008
No, Berkshire Hathaway is not currently priced with a 50% discount. Instead, I followed this article from Stock Pursuit about a trader who did buy Berkshire B (BRK.B) shares at about 50% discount to its market price.
Interest Rates & Macro Economics
On February - 17 - 2008
At Old School Value, we are looking to buy great businesses. If buying a great business is the objective, interest rates and macro economics should not affect your overall decision. Lately, the fed has been slashing rates and although it may provide a quick 1 day rally, it is short lived and forgotten. Buying stocks on the assumption that prices will rise due to a rate cut is pure speculation.
