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17/07/2024

Unveiling Buffett’s Road to Riches

A Journey Through His Financial Milestones and Principles We’ve all heard the name Warren Buffett. One of the world’s richest men, the astute investment mogul boasts a whopping $137 billion net worth. But who is the man behind the wealth, and how did Warren Buffett make his money? In this article, we’ll take a deep...

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09/07/2024

2024 – EOFY Market Review

The Australian stock market experienced a positive year from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2024, marked by ongoing macro-economic themes and notable trends. This period saw a blend of economic resilience and market volatility, influenced by both domestic factors and global conditions. The invasion of Israel by Hamas launched a fresh round of conflict-induced...

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10/05/2024

Berkshire Hathaway’s 2024 Annual Meeting: Key Highlights and Future Directions

The 2024 Berkshire Hathaway Annual Meeting, held on May 4th, unveiled significant insights into the company’s strategic operations, investment philosophy, and views on the global economic landscape. It was Warren Buffett’s first Annual Meeting without his longtime partner Charlie Munger. Nevertheless, Buffett and Greg Abel shared valuable perspectives that merit deep exploration. Leadership and Succession...

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29/02/2024

Insights from Warren Buffett’s 2023 Letter: Timeless Wisdom for Investors

Warren Buffett’s annual letters are eagerly awaited by investors worldwide, not just for their insights into Berkshire Hathaway’s performance, but also for the invaluable lessons they impart. In his 2023 letter, Buffett shared several nuggets of wisdom that resonate deeply with investors of all levels of experience. Let’s delve into these lessons and explore their...

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23/01/2024

LIC vs ETF — Understanding the Differences

If you’ve been researching the different types of investment options that you can buy into, then you’ve almost definitely heard of both listed investment companies (LICs) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). At first glance, they appear to be very similar concepts, so what exactly are the differences between an LIC vs an ETF, and which option...

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05/12/2023

Remembering Charlie Munger: A Legacy of Wisdom and Ethics in Finance

The recent passing of Charlie Munger, Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway, has left an indelible mark on the financial community. Beyond his profound insights into investments and business, Munger was an advocate for ethical conduct in the world of finance. Charlie Munger’s quotes share a perspective on business, investing, and life that has left a...

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20/10/2023

Listed Investment Companies — Understanding and Identifying the Best Australian Companies to Invest In

Investing in Australian companies is a great way to grow your wealth and achieve your financial goals. However, with so many options available, it can be difficult to identify the best Australian companies to invest in. To help you make the right investment decisions for your financial future, we have put together a comprehensive guide...

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20/09/2023

How to Invest in ASX Securities — A Guide for Beginners

If you’re new to investing and are wondering how to invest in ASX securities, it’s important you start your journey on the right foot with professional guidance. At Global Masters Fund, our team is here to help. We have over twenty years of experience with trading shares in a global market and can offer the...

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11/05/2023

Top Takeaways from Berkshire Hathaway’s Annual Shareholder Meeting 2023

Image: David Williams – Bloomberg Berkshire Hathaway’s Annual Shareholder Meeting is one of the most highly anticipated events in the investing world, and this year’s meeting did not disappoint. Led by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger, the meeting provided valuable insights into the company’s performance and plans for the future. We rounded up some key...

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24/01/2023

Access Discounted Berkshire Hathaway Shares for Long-Term Growth

Global Masters Fund Limited Overview Global Masters Fund Limited (GFL) is a Listed Investment Company with nearly two decades of performance history, trading on the ASX under the ticker “GFL.” The fund has a concentrated position in Berkshire Hathaway (BRK), which accounts for over 60% of its portfolio value. This substantial allocation reflects our belief...

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22/12/2022

How to Develop the Best Investment Strategy?

Looking up, ‘what is the best investment in Australia’? Allow us at Global Masters Fund to help. We’ve developed this guide full of strategies for first-time investors. In it, we give you a rundown of everything you need to know to make an informed investment, including what to look out for. We’ll also answer some...

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22/12/2022

Global Asset Management Explained

At Global Masters Fund, we pride ourselves on being industry-leading experts in global asset management. With years of experience and a deep understanding of the financial markets, we are dedicated to helping investors navigate the complexities of global investment. Whether you are new to investing and looking for guidance or seeking to enhance your existing...

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22/12/2022

Listed Investment Companies (LICs)

If you’re new to LICs (Listed Investment Companies) or interested in investing with one, Global Master’s Fund is here to assist you every step of the way. Before you make your investment decision, it’s important to understand what LICs are and how they work. What is an LIC? Unlike other businesses, the core function of...

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30/03/2022

Cocktail evening at the NSW Art Gallery

Dr Manny Pohl AM, Chairman of EC Pohl & Co, together with the Conservation department of the Art Gallery of NSW, hosted a cocktail party to celebrate the completion of the conservation of the important painting The Five Senses by Carlo Cignani and to acknowledge the retirement of Mr Patrick Corrigan AM and Brian Jones...

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03/03/2022

Shareholders Overwhelmingly Vote to Extend Investment Manager Agreement

In December the company called an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to be held on 24 January 2022 to enable shareholders to vote for the renewal and extension of the investment management agreement with the manager of the investment portfolio, EC Pohl & Co. The existing agreement would otherwise expire on 16 May 2022. The primary...

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02/03/2022

A closer look at how Convertible Notes impact NTA value

Shareholders and Investors may be interested in understanding the impact that issuing Convertible Notes has on a company’s NTA value and other metrics important to investors in LICs. The primary reason is to be able to amortise the expenses over a larger shareholder base, thereby increasing the earnings per share. Entrusted with additional funds the...

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21/12/2021

2021 Year in Review

A Test of Resiliency 2021 has been a very unusual year. It seems appropriate to reflect on a year that has been characterised by isolation, distance, and virtuality. While 2020 imposed this strange new world upon us, 2021 became the year of the ‘new normal’. For most of us, this past year has seen our...

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19/10/2021

Global Masters Fund Convertible Notes Offer

Global Masters Fund (GFL) invites you to participate in the GFL Convertible Note Offer. The listed, redeemable, unsecured convertible notes (GFL Notes) are an invitation for new investors to take an interest in the business and to provide existing Shareholders with a further avenue to benefit from their ownership in the Company. The Offer is...

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14/07/2021

Pulse Markets Interviews Global Masters Managing Director

Dr Manny Pohl AM, Managing Director of Global Masters Fund Limited (ASX: GFL) and CIO and founder of ECP talks about the market and GFL. Conversation points Introduction to ECP and Global Masters Fund Why has GFL been top-performing? @ 1:50s Why GFL has a bias towards Growth companies @ 3:00 12 months ago you...

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28/06/2021

Ready, Set, Go for Global Masters Fund

The Global Masters Fund (ASX: GFL) announced on the 4th of June that both its NTA and Share Price were at all-time month-end highs, at $3.01 and $2.30 cents per share respectively. Chart 1: Global Master Fund Ltd NTA and Share Price. Source InvComs Since the temporary retreat following market dislocation from Covid-19, the GFL...

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18/03/2021

Global Masters Fund Share Price

Long-term capital growth doesn’t have to be risky, time-consuming or out of your reach If you have struggled with investment decisions recently, you’re not alone. Economic uncertainty has been at the forefront of everyone’s mind lately, and with good reason. Between political unrest, a global pandemic, and more choices than ever when it comes to...

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15/02/2021

How to Buy Berkshire Hathaway Shares?

Looking to invest in one of the largest conglomerates in the world, built from the ground up by one of the world’s most renowned investors and business icons? With a long-standing history of solid financial and compounding success since its inception, it is likely that one of your candidates is Berkshire Hathaway (BRK), the famous...

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28/01/2021

Right time for Global Masters Fund

Right time for Global Masters Fund The ASX produces factual information on the Australian Listed Investment Company (LIC) sector. LICs must report their NTA to the ASX by the 14th of each month and the ASX provides a sector update1 soon after. Industry researchers also produce LIC analysis, looking to present trends and opportunities to...

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21/12/2020

2020 Year in Review

The 2020 calendar year is coming to a close and it will be impossible to write about the year without mentioning COVID-19 and the impact that it has had across the globe. Internationally the virus continues to spread and cause concern for health authorities while in Australia the measures taken appear to have controlled infection....

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12/06/2020

What is being done to reduce the share price discount to NTA?

It’s great to hear from shareholders, here’s a recent question that was posed. I hope you find the response informative. If you have any questions of your own, please send them to info@globalmastersfund.com.au Kind Regards, Manny PohlCEO The information investors are desperate to hear: What is being done to reduce the share price discount to...

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18/03/2020

Is time the antidote for the Coronavirus?

News about the coronavirus (COVID-19) has been as prevalent as the virus itself, the overwhelm of information (and in some cases mis-information) has had an impact throughout the country and particularly in financial markets across the globe. At Global Masters Fund Limited (GFL) we are not qualified to assess the humanitarian impact of the virus,...

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