Active managers persistently lag the returns of benchmarks and index funds that track them, with the excuses for underperformance recycled every year.
In this greatly expanded second edition, Swedroe and Berkin show you how to develop an investment plan that focuses on what risks to take, and how much of them, as well as how.
They demonstrate that even for the most talented managers, their ability to add value is waning because: the amount of Alpha available is declining; it must be split among an increasing amount of investment dollars; and the competition is getting tougher.
Alpha, or outperformance against appropriate risk-adjusted benchmarks, is Shrinking as it gets converted into beta, or factor exposures.
If you don\'t yet believe, Swedroe and Berkin provide a compelling case that you\'re playing the loser\'s game of active management.
If you understand the benefits of indexing, or systematic investing, it will reinforce your commitment while increasing your knowledge.
This comprehensive book is the antidote for the active managers\' siren song.
Active managers persistently lag the returns of benchmarks and index funds that track them, with the excuses for underperformance recycled every year.
This makes The Incredible Shrinking Alpha a complete guide to Successful investment strategy.
As a bonus they add appendices that will make you a more informed and, therefore, better investor.
They present a list of vehicles to consider when implementing your plan and provide guidance on the care and maintenance of your portfolio.
In this greatly expanded second edition, Swedroe and Berkin show you how to develop an investment plan that focuses on what risks to take, and how much of them, as well as how to build a diversified portfolio.
They demonstrate that even for the most talented managers, their ability to add value is waning because: the amount of Alpha available is declining; it must be split among an increasing amount of investment dollars; and the competition is getting tougher.
Alpha, or outperformance against appropriate risk-adjusted benchmarks, is Shrinking as it gets converted into beta, or factor exposures.
If you don\'t yet believe, Swedroe and Berkin provide a compelling case that you\'re playing the loser\'s game of active management.
If you understand the benefits of indexing, or systematic investing, it will reinforce your commitment while increasing your knowledge.
This comprehensive book is the antidote for the active managers\' siren song.
Active managers persistently lag the returns of benchmarks and index funds that track them, with the excuses for underperformance recycled every year
