The Business Brew

Adam Wyden - Discussing The Etymology of Returns

Feb 24, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Past Mistakes and Lessons

  • Adam Wyden admits to past investment mistakes, like USA Truck and Sears Hometown.
  • He emphasizes learning from these experiences and quickly recognizing failing business models.
ADVICE

Hedging and Learning

  • Consider hedging factor exposure to mitigate duration risk, especially during market downturns.
  • Reassess positions and learn from mistakes by reviewing past plays.
INSIGHT

Ideal Company Size

  • Adam Wyden prefers companies with $1-10 billion in assets, allowing for scale and escape velocity.
  • Focus on finding smaller companies that are mispriced but can reach a much larger market cap.
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