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Blurred Lines or No Lines?

Retail investors cannot be adequately protected until the fundamental similarity between investing and gambling is recognised

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Growing Pains

I remember feeling extremely honoured when I was invited four years ago to write this column. It seemed to me to be a great opportunity.

Sep 30, 20213 min read

When the Fun Stops...

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Of Probability and Presidents

Cricket often produces riveting five-day games, but in early November the US delivered its own epic struggle. I refer of course to the...

Jan 1, 20203 min read

Humility and Hubris

A few years ago, I attended a talk by a professional sports bettor. The aim of the talk was to explain the differencebetween professional...

Mar 1, 20194 min read

What Poker, Blackjack and Coin Toss can Teach you About Investing

Whether in skill games like poker or luck games like blackjack, repeatable success requires tilting the odds in your favour, then betting...

Jun 30, 20183 min read

Gaining an Edge from Gambling

I never gamble. Not because I think it is a stupid thing to do - though it certainly can be - I just don’t have the time or inclination....

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8 Pearls of Investment Wisdom

The financial world is a confusing place at the best of times. But with the current uncertainty in markets there may be a particular need...

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