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The Magic of Simplicity: Joel Greenblatt’s Two-Factor Investment Strategy

Validea

In a field where complexity often reigns supreme, Joel Greenblatt’s “Magic Formula” stands out for its remarkable simplicity. Using just two variables to select stocks, this approach has produced impressive returns while challenging conventional wisdom about what it takes to beat the market. The Formula Unveiled At its core, Greenblatt’s Magic Formula combines just two fundamental factors: Return on Capital (ROC): A measure of how efficiently a company uses its assets to

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What Happens After the Top 10 Stocks Outperform?

Advisor Perspectives

The 10 largest stocks in the S&P 500 returned a staggering 104.

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Research Paper Summary: “Migration” by Eugene Fama and Ken French

Validea

In a landmark paper titled “Migration,” finance luminaries Eugene Fama and Kenneth French uncover the dynamic mechanisms driving two of investing’s most studied phenomena: the small-cap and value premiums. Their findings challenge conventional wisdom and offer crucial insights for investors seeking to capture these return premiums.

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Treasury Yield Surge Draws Buyers After 10-Year Tops 4.5%

Advisor Perspectives

The highest Treasury yields in months — reached Friday after a batch of strong economic data cast additional doubt on whether the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates again next month — proved appealing to bond investors.

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Are Robots Replacing You? Keeping Humans in the Loop in Automated Environments

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

As businesses increasingly adopt automation, finance leaders must navigate the delicate balance between technology and human expertise. This webinar explores the critical role of human oversight in accounts payable (AP) automation and how a people-centric approach can drive better financial performance. Join us for an insightful discussion on how integrating human expertise into automated workflows enhances decision-making, reduces fraud risks, strengthens vendor relationships, and accelerates R

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Schedule for Week of November 17, 2024

Calculated Risk

The key economic reports this week are Housing Starts and Existing Home sales. For manufacturing, the November Philly and Kansas City Fed surveys, will be released this week. -- Monday, November 18th -- 10:00 AM: The November NAHB homebuilder survey. The consensus is for a reading of 42, down from 44. Any number below 50 indicates that more builders view sales conditions as poor than good. -- Tuesday, November 19th -- 8:30 AM: Housing Starts for October.

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Gold Faces Worst Week Since 2021 as Fed Signals No Rate-Cut Rush

Advisor Perspectives

Gold traded near a two-month low, on course for its worst week since June 2021 as traders wind back expectations for a Federal Reserve interest-rate cut next month.

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Saturday links: uncertainty intolerance

Abnormal Returns

Autos Used car prices have dropped in the past year. (wsj.com) Why legacy state highways are particularly dangerous. (vox.com) How VW and Rivian ($RIVN) are working together. (wsj.com) Saltwater isn't good for EV batteries. (theconversation.com) Air taxis Boeing's Wisk Aero took another step toward approval. (axios.com) China is rushing ahead of the U.S. in automated electric aircraft.

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10 Weekend Reads

The Big Picture

The weekend is here! Pour yourself a mug of Danish Blend coffee, grab a seat outside, and get ready for our longer-form weekend reads: • How Trump Won, What Happens Next, and How Disconnects Drove Democracy : How Trump Won Through The Lens of Data, Trust, Media, and the Vibecession. ( Kyla’s Newsletter ) see also The reckoning with inflation : Many are tying the Democrat losses in the election to high inflation in recent years.