Author Archives: Peter M.J. Gross
Peter M.J. Gross was an online content specialist for CFA Institute, where he managed blogs for the CFA Institute Annual Conference, European Investment Conference, and Middle East Investment Conference. Previously, he worked at Hampton Roads Publishing Company and at MFS Investment Management. Mr. Gross' articles have been published by Enterprising Investor, City A.M., Seeking Alpha, and The Hook, and his work has been highlighted by Real Clear Markets. He holds a BA degree from Connecticut College.Fear of Public Speaking: Whistleblowing Risks and Rewards
Ethically minded employees, or whistleblowers, are an important force for positive change that flag minor issues before they can become major problems. Read More
Breaking the Rules of Asset Management: Executives Adapting to Disruption
Skilled asset managers find opportunity in a crisis. Read More
George Friedman’s Eyes Are on Germany
George Friedman will be watching how one last piece of the global financial crisis plays out very carefully. Read More
Raised Expectations, Lowered Rates of Return
Antti Ilmanen, a principal at AQR Capital Management, says everything is expensive because interest rates are at all-time lows. Read More
Registration Open: 2016 European Investment Conference
Registration is now open for the 2016 European Investment Conference, held in Amsterdam on 7–8 November. Read More
Hideous Opportunity Sets and Foie Gras Markets: Observations from James Montier
James Montier combines vivid imagery with blunt commentary on investor behavior, and the markets have given him a lot to talk about. Read More
Varietals for the Long Run? Wine Investments May Outperform Artwork and Bonds
By analyzing more than a century of investment data, Professor Elroy Dimson has found that annualized real returns for wine exceeded those for art, stamps, and government bonds. Read More
Registration Open: 2014 European Investment Conference
The 2014 European Investment Conference, held in London on 16–17 October, will re-assess common industry practices, reevaluate and challenge perceptions, and identify opportunities for investment innovation. Read More
“Heart Breaking” and the Future of the Eurozone: Kai A. Konrad on European Convergence
Kai A. Konrad’s work studying political economy and public economics has given him some unique insights into the ways that individuals and groups interact to achieve their desired objectives. Read More
Mapping the Exchange-Traded Landscape with Deborah Fuhr
Deborah Fuhr, co-founder of ETFGI, has been tracking shifts in the landscape of exchange-traded products as part of her firm’s monthly reports on the industry. Read More
