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“It is difficult to systematically beat the market. But it is not difficult to systematically throw money down a rat hole by generating commissions and other costs.”

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Michael Jensen
Michael Jensen

Michael Jensen is a renowned economist, born on November 30, 1939. He has made significant contributions to the fields of corporate governance and corporate finance. more

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