Book description
Fascinating insights into the hedge fund traders who consistently
outperform the markets, in their own words
From bestselling author, investment expert, and Wall Street
theoretician Jack Schwager comes a behind-the-scenes look at the world
of hedge funds, from fifteen traders who've consistently beaten the
markets. Exploring what makes a great trader a great trader, Hedge
Fund Market Wizards breaks new ground, giving readers rare
insight into the trading philosophy and successful methods employed by
some of the most profitable individuals in the hedge fund business.
- Presents exclusive interviews with fifteen of the most successful
hedge fund traders and what they've learned over the course of their careers
- Includes interviews with Jamie Mai, Joel Greenblatt, Michael
Platt, Ray Dalio, Colm O'Shea, Ed Thorp, and many more
- Explains forty key lessons for traders
- Joins Stock Market Wizards, New Market Wizards, and
Market Wizards as the fourth installment of investment guru
Jack Schwager's acclaimed bestselling series of interviews with
stock market experts
A candid assessment of each trader's successes and failures, in their
own words, the book shows readers what they can learn from each, and
also outlines forty essential lessons-from finding a trading method
that fits an investor's personality to learning to appreciate the
value of diversification-that investment professionals everywhere can
apply in their own careers.
Bringing together the wisdom of the true masters of the markets,
Hedge Fund Market Wizards is a collection of timeless
insights into what it takes to trade in the hedge fund world.
JACK D. SCHWAGER is a recognized industry expert on futures and
hedge funds, and the author of a number of widely acclaimed financial
books. He is currently the co-portfolio manager for the ADM Investor
Services Diversified Strategies Fund, a portfolio of futures and FX
managed accounts. He is also an advisor to MarkeTopper Securities, an
India-based quantitative trading firm. Previously, Mr. Schwager was a
partner in the Fortune Group, a London-based hedge fund advisory firm
that specialized in creating customized hedge fund portfolios for
institutional clients. His prior experience also includes over twenty
years as a director of futures research for some of Wall Street's
leading firms.
