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Monday links: asset allocation magic

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Strategy There's nothing magic about asset allocation. newsletter.abnormalreturns.com) Mixed media Three insights from Adam Grant's new book "Hidden Potential: The Science of Achieving Greater Things" including 'Lean into discomfort.' obliviousinvestor.com) Do stocks really become less risky over the long run?

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MiB: Michael Lewis on ‘Who is Government’

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His book The Big Short was turned into an Oscar-winning film, alongside his Oscar-nominated books-turned films The Blind Side and Moneyball. We breakdown the ins and outs of government and his latest book “ Who is Government: The Untold Story of Public Service.”

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MiB: Elizabeth Burton, Goldman Sachs Asset Management

The Big Picture

This week, we speak with Elizabeth Burton , managing director and client investment strategist at Goldman Sachs Asset Management. We discuss how the traditional “bucketing” approach of crisply defining asset classes can limit opportunities for asset allocators.

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MiB: Velina Peneva, Swiss Re Chief Investment Officer

The Big Picture

She explains the importance of matching your assets to your future liabilities, and why liquidity and quality are so important. Previously, she was Head of Thematic Strategy and PM for the Global Allocation Fund at BlackRock. A list of her current reading is here ; A transcript of our conversation is available here Tuesday.

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Personal finance links: freedom and wealth

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podcasts.apple.com) Asset allocation Small asset allocation shifts don't matter much in the long run. awealthofcommonsense.com) Why asset allocation matters. humbledollar.com) Books Some books financial advisors recommend including "Same as Ever" by Morgan Housel. moneytalks101.substack.com)

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Research links: strategic beta blues

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Foerster’s new book "Trailblazers, Heroes, and Crooks: Stories to Make You a Smarter Investor." blogs.cfainstitute.org) A round-up of the past month's white papers including 'Broad Strategic Asset Allocation.' (crr.bc.edu) CEOs get a little reflective when they reach a benchmark birthday. bpsandpieces.com)

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Monday links: following a recipe

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Asset allocation Asset allocation is not a science. newsletter.abnormalreturns.com) Mixed media The subjects of Michael Lewis' books often go onto lucrative speaking gigs. obliviousinvestor.com) Diversification reduces the risk of adverse outcomes. Then check out our weekly e-mail newsletter. niemanlab.org)