172: How the Index Fund changed investing forever, with Robin Wigglesworth

Watch my conversation with Robin on YouTube or listen on the podcast player below

 
 

Robin Wigglesworth is editor of FT Alphaville, the Financial Times’ financial blog, where he focuses on the biggest trends reshaping markets, investing and finance across the world.

Robin is also the author of a book called ‘Trillions – How a Band of Wall Street Renegades Invented The Index Fund and changed Finance Forever’. It’s been described as the definitive book on the past, present and future of passive investing.

Trillions is a riveting read for anyone interested in the story of index funds, which is a topic I’ve discussed with several guests on the podcast over the years.

Robin describes the index funds as one of the most disruptive inventions in the history of investing and he joined me on the podcast to explain why, with humorous anecdotes and stories, including Warren Buffet’s famous bet against any active manager to beat the index over a 10 year period.

We also chat about a concept known as index hugging or closet indexing, different types of index funds available, where Robin shares the story of value stocks, and how building a judicious portfolio can help make for a successful investment experience. Oh, and Robin shares the secret of FT Alphaville’s success (it’s free!).


Useful links

Buy Robin’s book Trillions on Amazon

Visit Robin’s website

Connect with Robin on LinkedIn

Connect with Robin on Twitter

Follow FTAlphaville on Twitter - the FT’s financial blog

Justin’s YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JustinKingMFP

Get in touch if you’d like a second opinion on your retirement planning

Email at hello@retirementcafe.co.uk

Watch the episode on YouTube here.

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