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Gurus cannot time markets? I’ll tell you who can!

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Mal Spooner

Studies examining former market calls (like checking the rear view mirror) of experts suggest that the ability of ‘gurus’ to predict markets is less than 50%. Slightly worse than flipping a coin. In my book I pick on a couple of very … Continue reading →

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Want to be a money manager? Become a celebrity!

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Mal Spooner

I still don’t understand why people pay much heed to headlines in newspapers (if it’s in the news it’s already old news, and can’t make you money) or to those who’ve unilaterally appointed themselves as experts on money matters. Some journalists are pretty good, but … Continue reading →