by John Huber | Oct 28, 2014 | Investment Philosophy, Superinvestors, Warren Buffett
There seems to be a strange dichotomy in the value investing universe: those who buy so-called compounders, and those who buy so-called cheap stocks. I want to own businesses that are building value, but that doesn’t mean I don’t care about valuation. I pass on...
by John Huber | Sep 8, 2014 | Charlie Munger, Investment Philosophy, Investment Quotes, Overall Stock Market, Superinvestors, Warren Buffett
“The way to win is to work, work, work, work and hope to have a few insights.” – Charlie Munger I came across a post on one of my favorite sites (Farnam Street) about Buffett on some fundamental keys to successful investing. I’ve always thought the most important...
by John Huber | Aug 4, 2014 | Case Studies, Investment Philosophy, Investment Quotes, Superinvestors, Warren Buffett
“You don’t have to know a man’s exact weight to know that he’s fat.” – Ben Graham I was reading through some notes from the 2008 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting and one of the questions grabbed my attention. The question was pertaining to Warren...
by John Huber | Jul 1, 2014 | Ben Graham, Case Studies, Investment Philosophy, Superinvestors, Warren Buffett
“The highest rates of return I’ve ever achieved were in the 1950’s. I killed the Dow. You ought to see the numbers. But I was investing peanuts then. It’s a huge structural advantage not to have a lot of money. I think I could make you 50% a year on $1 million....
by John Huber | Jun 25, 2014 | Ben Graham, Case Studies, Investment Philosophy, Superinvestors, Warren Buffett
I received a couple questions/comments from readers lately regarding Buffett and some previous comments I made on strategy before and after the Berkshire annual meeting. I always enjoy interacting with readers. The vast majority of my days are spent researching new...
by John Huber | May 6, 2014 | Charlie Munger, Investment Philosophy, Investment Quotes, Superinvestors, Warren Buffett
I had a great time in Omaha this past weekend. I got to meet with a couple clients, reconnect with some like-minded value investors, and meet some new friends as well. And of course, being in the same building with two of the greatest investment minds in history is...