RE: Philosophical investing31 Jul 2025 10:55
Hi Lucky L - an interesting read while we wait for HBR to get going where much of which is rational and useful a reminder...
I was in the City for some 40 years and, although the 'modus operandi' of how it works today, differs materially from my time in the mkts, the fundamentals remain the same, imv - that is that, the difference between the investor and the trader, is stark.
One has the patience to see their selection deliver over time (hopefully) if the fundamental case for investing in it remains intact, whereas the other has none at all in seeking the odd 'penny pinching' opportunity or 'coupon clipping' tactics in the bond mkts as it was called.
Put another way, I knew quite a few investors in my time in the SE who 'made it big' but I can't recall any trader offhand who really did so - ergo, Patience is the necessary ingredient in this game...
In HBR's case, that requirement manifests itself currently, post the transformational WinterShall Dea acquisition for the Co, where we await the fruits of it all to be confirmed over time (contrary to some detractors on here, I rate LC as being an impressive CEO, given the 'game - changing' nature of the German deal) so I'm happy to wait things out and enjoy the 10% odd yield while doing so - just my take, fwiw... sasa.