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Fund managers aren't bad at picking stocks, but they're terrible at this
Fund managers consistently fail at market timing despite claiming expertise, reveals the largest global study of mutual fund performance. While stock picking skills vary by country, timing abilities are universally poor across 21,000 funds in 35 nations. New research challenges industry claims about professional investment skills and fee justification.

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Beyond passive: systematic strategies to minimise index investing costs
Moving beyond traditional passive investing requires systematic strategies to minimise hidden costs that can erode returns by hundreds of basis points. This guide examines advanced fund selection, strategic trading, and tax-efficient approaches. We explore how Timeline Portfolios demonstrates that systematic strategies justify advisory fees through superior execution, whether pursuing DIY factor investing or accessing providers like DFA.

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Jul 168 min read


Factor-based strategies are doing fine — it’s the narrative that’s broken
Factor-based strategies are delivering strong returns, especially internationally. The 2025 performance surge proves the death narrative was wrong.

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Jun 168 min read
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