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Ten timeless investment lessons from The Intelligent Investor
Speaking on Morningstar's The Long View  podcast in May 2025, Wall Street Journal columnist Jason Zweig offered sobering advice for...

Robin Powell
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Can you spot a market bubble before it bursts?
Decades of research show that reliably spotting market bubbles before they burst is nigh on impossible. Despite warnings from experts, academic studies confirm market timing strategies consistently fail for most investors. Attempting to time markets leads to missed gains , higher transaction costs , and emotional stress. Instead, focus on diversification , controlling costs , and planning for volatility. The best defence against bubbles is preparation, not prediction.

Robin Powell
Jun 247 min read


Did government bonds do their job in the tariff turmoil?
A debate has raged in recent years about the wisdom or otherwise of investing in government bonds. I’ve advocated their inclusion in...

Robin Powell
Apr 84 min read


Overpaying to invest is a huge mistake
Overpaying rarely makes sense, whether it's for groceries or financial services. In investing, paying too much can quietly erode your...

Robin Powell
Mar 104 min read


Doing this will give you an edge over most investors
If you're looking for an edge as an investor, you're not alone. Many people spend their time chasing the latest stock tip or trying to...

Robin Powell
Feb 244 min read
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