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Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger used concentrated stock positions to compound wealth. The methods ... More behind the strategy are examined along with data on the risks. (Photo credit should read JOHANNES EISELE/AFP via Getty Images)AFP via Getty Images Charlie’s portfolio was concentrated in very few securities and therefore his record was much more volatile but it was based on the same discount-from-value approach. He was willing to accept greater peaks and valleys of performance, and he happens to be a fellow whose whole psyche goes toward concentration, with the...

Worried couple meeting with their investment advisor getty The leading bearish signs were right: The stock market is at risk of a major selloff. What to do now? Raise cash reserves for future opportunities. However, do not expect the good times to return soon. Why not? Because it takes time for widespread optimism to wash out. In spite of the reality weakening over the past weeks, bullishness remained the driving force. So, why the sudden change? Because the multiple uncertainties and negatives have finally begun to dent investors’ optimism. WSJ...

Worried couple meeting with their investment advisor getty The leading bearish signs were right: The stock market is at risk of a major selloff. What to do now? Raise cash reserves for future opportunities. However, do not expect the good times to return soon. Why not? Because it takes time for widespread optimism to wash out. In spite of the reality weakening over the past weeks, bullishness remained the driving force. So, why the sudden change? Because the multiple uncertainties and negatives have finally begun to dent investors’ optimism. WSJ...

It is time to think twice before taking on more riskgetty Now is a challenging time for consumers, economists, businesses and investors (including professionals). Multiple, diverse concerns are heightening uncertainties dramatically, putting the U.S. stock market at risk. There are three risk areas to examine: Normal, Federal Reserve, U.S. Government. First, the increasing "normal" risks Here are my two previous articles that address these growing “normal” risks. Dec. 28 - "Eight Issues Could Undermine The 2025 U.S. Stock Market" "As the 2025 New Year’s excitement ends, look for the U.S....