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Benjamin Graham

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Father of value investing, author of The Intelligent Investor

51 records in all

  • Principles 12
  • Episodes 18
  • Quotes 21
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Episodes

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  • The Northern Pipeline Affair

    Graham discovered that Northern Pipeline Co. was holding excess cash and bonds that weren't being used effectively. He bought enough shares to force a vote and successfully pressured the company to distribute those assets to shareholders.

    LessonThorough research can reveal hidden assets that management is underutilizing, creating opportunities for shareholder activism.

  • Publication of Security Analysis

    Benjamin Graham and David Dodd published their seminal work during the Great Depression to provide a common-sense guide for investors. The book challenged the Wall Street focus on short-term earnings trends and introduced the foundation of value investing.

    LessonEven in times of economic collapse, a disciplined and rational approach can provide a path to long-term prosperity.

  • Collaboration with Tweedy Browne

    Benjamin Graham befriended Bill Tweedy, whose firm focused on small, family-owned companies that were often overlooked. They eventually worked out of the same office building in New York City.

    LessonFinding a niche in overlooked markets can provide opportunities to acquire value at a significant discount.

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