Enterprising Investor

In episode #087, Andrew Ang analyzes the use of leverage in hedge funds including the high and low ranges in leverage, which strategies employ more leverage, and how the levels of leverage have changed based on changing market conditions.

In episode #086, Professor Aswath Damodaran discusses current approaches to valuation, particularly discounted cash flow valuation.

In episode #084, Matthew B. McLennan, CFA, discusses his firm's utilization of classic Graham and Dodd investing principles and shares his perspectives on the current opportunities and risks in the equity markets.

In episode #085, Christopher Malloy contrasts the efficient market hypothesis and behavioral finance and discusses how investors can think about an inefficient market.

In episode #083, Daniel Broby, FSIP, discusses some of the best practices in the fund management industry today, the importance of fiduciary responsibility, and the role of codes of conduct.

In episode #082, Lars Christensen discusses central and eastern European markets and compares them with other emerging markets.

In episode #134, Stephen G. Cecchetti discusses commercial bank leverage, calculating risk weightings, and the long-term effects of excessive sovereign debt.

In episode #081, Matt King discusses how recent regulation affects credit investors and markets, noting that these are palliatives that are overshadowed by huge debt accumulation.

In episode #080, Karl Debenham shares his views on the benefits and implications of the convergence of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).

In episode #079, Barbara Hauser discusses the kinds of families that can benefit from a formalized governance structure and discusses key considerations when implementing a family governance plan.