"Alexander M. Ineichen is founder of Ineichen Research and Management AG (IR&M), a research boutique established in 2009 focusing on nowcasting and risk management. Alexander started his financial career in derivatives brokerage and origination of risk management products at Swiss Bank Corporation in 1988. From 1991 to 2009 he had various research functions within UBS in Zurich and London relating to derivatives, indices, capital flows and alternative investments. He is the author of two white papers, “In Search of Alpha” and “The Search for Alpha Continues,"" that were the most often printed research publications in the documented history of UBS. He is author of two books that provide his manifesto for active risk management, Absolute Returns and Asymmetric Returns. Alexander, a Logistician (ISTJ), is a married, proud father of four, and lives near Crypto Valley, in Zug, Switzerland. His extracurricular activities include skiing, photography and attempts at abstract painting."
Ineichen has put together a wonderful collection of market wisdom by extraordinary people and put them in the right market context. It is a must-read for any serious investor, as it is simply outstanding! - Felix W. Zulauf, founder of Zulauf Asset Management and Barron roundtable member I find Ineichen's insights, research, and wisdom to be of lasting value. He is in a class of his own and you can attend that class. This priceless book will be on a shelf near me for constant perusal and meditation. - John Mauldin, Co-founder of Mauldin Economics and four-time New York Times best-selling author If you want to listen to the best thoughts of what works and why in investment management, the wisdom collected in this book will give you great pleasure. - Charles D. Ellis, CFA and author of The Loser's Game One of the best investment books I ever read. Alexander's nowcasting methodology helped substantially to optimize my investment activities. - Cuno Puempin, PhD, Professor emeritus, University of St. Gallen, Switzerland It was the 16th century English poet Thomas Tusser who quipped 'a fool and his money are soon parted.' That echo resounds throughout this cleverly written book. Ineichen uses common sense and wit as his weapons of choice, all the while, holding a mirror up to our capital markets. - William J. Kelly, CEO of the CAIA Association Ineichen brings his attention to detail and thoughtful perspective to remind us all about timeless truths regarding the markets and investing. This is the one book every investor should keep on their desks for regular review! - Jane Buchan, co-founder of PAAMCO and CEO of Martlet Asset Management