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The book is an essential guide for anyone seeking to understand the psychological and analytical frameworks used by the world's most successful capital allocators. Core Investment Philosophies

by John Train is a seminal financial work that profiles seventeen of the most successful investors in history, detailing the diverse strategies they used to achieve consistent market outperformance. Originally published as The Money Masters in 1980 and later expanded, the updated edition provides a comprehensive look at both classic value investors and modern aggressive strategists. Core Investment Philosophies

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In The Money Masters of Our Time , John Train profiles some of the most successful investors of the 20th century, including Warren Buffett, Peter Lynch, Benjamin Graham, and Templeton. Rather than offering a “get rich quick” formula, Train shows that great investing is rooted in temperament, discipline, and a clear philosophy. This essay summarizes Train’s key lessons and explains why they remain relevant for modern investors.

Cabot kept 30% of his fund in cash during euphoria. In 2025, with PE ratios inflated by AI hype, Train’s advice is to hold cash or short-duration Treasuries. The PDF won’t tell you that, but the principle does.

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