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Investment Philosophy with Charlie Jones

Season 1, Ep. 34

In this episode Doug is joined by Charlie Jones, Fund Manager at Waverton to discuss and define what we mean by investment philosophy. They examine a broad range of philosophies employed by investment titans from Benjamin Graham and Warren Buffett to Cathie Wood and Ray Dalio.


For further information on any of the topics discussed in the episode please head to our website at www.waverton.co.uk.


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Doug Barnett – https://www.linkedin.com/in/douglas-barnett-a475b820/  

Charlie Jones – https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-jones-cfa-4a398b82/


This podcast is issued by Waverton Investment Management Limited, 16 Babmaes Street, London, SW1Y 6AH. Registered in England No. 2042285. Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. 


The information provided in this podcast is for information purposes only and Waverton Investment Management Limited does not accept liability for any loss or damage which may arise directly or indirectly out of use or reliance by the client, or anyone else, on the information contained in this recording. This podcast should be used as a guide only is based on our current views of markets and is subject to change.


The information provided does not constitute investment advice and it should not be relied on as such. It should not be considered a solicitation to buy or an offer to sell a security. It does not take into account any investor's particular investment objectives, strategies, tax status or investment horizon.


Where Waverton’s advice is given it is restricted to discretionary investment management services. We do not provide advice on the use of tax or financial planning products (even if the service which we are managing is held within such a product) or non-discretionary investment.


All materials have been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy is not guaranteed. There is no representation or warranty as to the current accuracy of, nor liability for, decisions based on such information.


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