Here is today's recommended reading list from Equitymaster...
Is it important to know what the market doesn't know?
To succeed at investing, most people think that knowing what the market does not know is the most important thing. However, nothing could be further from the truth. Successful investing is based upon other important attributes than just having differential knowledge. So what are these attributes and how are they useful? Well, you'll have to read on to find out. (Guru Focus)
America in the face of 'shutdown'
The government shutdown is not a common occurrence in America. The last shutdown happened in 1995 and lasted for 21 days. While the government shutdowns have survived before, this time the situation is different. Read on to find out how the shutdown impacts America. (CNN Money)
How to avoid a financial bubble?
Some of the biggest financial crises that the world has seen have involved financial or asset bubbles. While economists have not been able to explain why markets turn into manias, a recent research gives some interesting insight on what could lead to such bubbles. Read more and make sure you don't become a victim to one. (The Wall Street Journal)
Addressing skill gap - a better approach to tackle unemployment?
High unemployment rate is one of the major reasons for a slowdown in the economy and consumption. But is unemployment always about shortage of jobs? As per industry experts, the root of the problem is not the shortage of jobs but huge skill gap. Read on for the details... (The Motley Fool)
Cash and the power of optionality
Not many investors might find the idea of keeping some cash in the bank appealing. People often consider that it offers negative return post inflation adjustment. However, this simple assumption ignores that power of optionality that cash offers. Read on to find out how holding cash can empowers investors... (The Motley Fool)
Richa Agarwal (Research Analyst), Managing Editor, Hidden Treasure has over 7 years of experience as an equity research analyst. She routinely scours the small cap universe for fundamentally strong companies trading at attractive prices. Having degrees in both finance as well as engineering has served her well in analysing business models across the small cap space.
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