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“In questioning initially whether I am a great investor, I open the door to question whether other similarly esteemed public icons like Bill Miller are as well. It seems, perhaps, that the longer and longer you keep at it in this business the more and more time you have to expose your Achilles heel - wherever and whatever that might be.”

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Bill Gross is a distinguished financial manager and investor, born on April 13, 1944. He has made substantial contributions to the field of finance throughout his career. Gross is best known for his role as the co-founder and co-chief investment officer of PIMCO, one of the world's largest investment management firms. His innovative investment strategies and leadership have had a profound impact on the industry. more

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