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Charlie Munger’s influence extends beyond the world of finance. His wisdom and principles have left a lasting impact on the investment community, and he is widely regarded as one of the most successful and insightful investors of his time. This inspirational article from Frank Holmes of US Global Investors is a good read especially for…

Some investors have asked me on my opinions on the prospects for the local currency. Well, if you are planning for travel in 2024, it is understandable to be concerned about forex fluctuations when traveling abroad. Exchange rates can impact the cost of your trip and affect your budget. When you look at the forex…

Remember that looming recession? Economists entered 2023 bracing for a US recession. Phew! No recession or another market crash so far. The US economy propelled by stronger than expected job growth and steady consumer spending despite high inflation, has remained rather resilient statistically. In the most recent investor survey from Bank of America Merrill Lynch,…

One of the things that meditators do every day is performing Surya Namaskar before each meditation session. Surya Namaskar, also known as Sun Salutation, is a series of yoga poses or postures performed in a sequence. It’s a traditional practice that originated in India. With the global spread of yoga, Surya Namaskar gained popularity outside…

Nobody is crazy. There is really nothing to “see” here and I’m not doing much these days. Things have slowed down a bit. Still, most markets finished the week in the green as inflation cooled in the US and eurozone. The S&P 500 added +1.0% and Nasdaq rose +0.5% as the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge…

I have always reminded my children that it is perfectly alright if they choose not to be “active” on social media. It is a personal choice and everyone has different ways of staying connected and informed. They do not have to be part of the trend to look “cool” to their friends. The idea that…

People have diverse beliefs and perspectives. I usually avoid engaging in arguments or debates about certain things especially personal beliefs. Everyone is entitled to their own opinions or positions, and it is okay to agree to disagree. I find more value sharing my experiences or insights with those who are open or positive to what…

Investor sentiment toward crypto assets had been lukewarm earlier this year after a string of high-profile collapses in 2022 led to outflows of more than a trillion dollars from the space. However, the recent rally has sent Bitcoin and other cryptos up more than 100% so far in 2023. It means our roadmap is according…

Over the last couple of weeks, I have presented at several private meetings for investors and urged them to think outside the mainstream. No obligation and lengthy sales pitch. With each session triggering a flood of requests for additional meetings. It’s never too late to be strategic and analyze investment options. Alternative investments can offer…

Warren Buffett’s long-time investing partner and billionaire investor Charlie Munger passed away at age 99, a month shy of his 100th birthday. He was a great teacher and a lot of us here in one form or another have been one of his students either directly or indirectly. Munger is one of my inspirations minus the fancy business school jargon….