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The clash of the cultures

The clash of the cultures

investment vs. speculation
Business & EconomicsFinance
Pages
353
Published
2012
Language
English

Synopsis

Vanguard Group founder John C. Bogle, creator of the first index fund, examines the significant cultural shift within the mutual fund industry over his sixty-year career. He argues that an aggressive culture of short-term speculation has replaced the prudent focus on long-term investment. Bogle, a key participant in the financial sector, provides insights for investors and issues a warning to those driven by speculation.

Prose complexity
7/10

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Genres

Business & Economics Finance

Authors

J
John C. Bogle

John C. Bogle, the mind behind The Little Book of Common Sense Investing, was a true champion of the everyday investor. His straightforward approach to investing made complex ideas accessible to everyone.

L
Levitt, Arthur, Jr.

Arthur Levitt, Jr. is an author known for his work exploring cultural dynamics. His book, The Clash of the Cultures, examines interactions between different societal groups. He writes about how various cultures meet and influence one another.