CFA Institute Take 15 Series: 10-15 minute interviews with leading practitioners on timely topics in market and credit risk as well as ethics. CFA Institute is a global membership organization that awards the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation. CFA Institute leads the investment industry by setting the highest standards of ethics and professional excellence and vigorously advocating fair and transparent capital markets. http://www.cfawebcasts.org en-us Copyright 2011 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 11:30:00 EST Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:30:00 EST updates@CFAinstitute.org(CFA Institute) CFA Institute CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series CFA Institute Take 15 Series: 10-15 minute interviews with leading practitioners on timely topics in market and credit risk as well as ethics. This is the audio only version of the podcast. CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, ethics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, Take 15 CFA Institute updates@CFAinstitute.org No http://take15audio.cfainstitute.libsynpro.com/rss http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_249.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_249.mp3 Jerome Booth argues that 80% of financial theory is not fit for purpose and describes how investors in the developed world cannot afford to ignore emerging markets. Podcasts Wed, 12 Nov 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jerome Booth argues that 80% of financial theory is not fit for purpose and describes how investors in the developed world cannot afford to ignore emerging markets. 00:12:40 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_248.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_248.mp3 There has been significant wealth accumulation in Asia in recent years. Vineet Vohra, CFA, of HSBC discusses trends and developments that are taking place across the region, including asset allocation, fees, and ETFs. Podcasts Fri, 31 Oct 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series There has been significant wealth accumulation in Asia in recent years. Vineet Vohra, CFA, of HSBC discusses trends and developments that are taking place across the region, including asset allocation, fees, and ETFs. 00:11:45 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_247.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_247.mp3 John P. Meier, CFA, discusses the newly released Guidance Statement on the Applicability of the GIPS Standards for Asset Owners, including the reasons behind issuing the guidance statement and how claiming compliance with the GIPS standards can benefit these asset owners. Podcasts Wed, 15 Oct 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John P. Meier, CFA, discusses the newly released Guidance Statement on the Applicability of the GIPS Standards for Asset Owners, including the reasons behind issuing the guidance statement and how claiming compliance with the GIPS standards can benefit these asset owners. 00:07:03 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_246.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_246.mp3 Ann Putallaz provides an update on the pooled funds guidance project, highlighting key issues for consideration during the guidance drafting process and discusses why such guidance is needed in the industry. Podcasts Wed, 01 Oct 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ann Putallaz provides an update on the pooled funds guidance project, highlighting key issues for consideration during the guidance drafting process and discusses why such guidance is needed in the industry. 00:09:55 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_245.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_245.mp3 Justin Wolfers challenges the prevailing view that there is a limit to the happiness that money can buy. Podcasts Tue, 02 Sep 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Justin Wolfers challenges the prevailing view that there is a limit to the happiness that money can buy. 00:16:07 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_244.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_244.mp3 Thomas R. Schneeweis questions the relevancy of modern portfolio theory and addresses common misconceptions associated with alternative investments. Podcasts Wed, 20 Aug 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Thomas R. Schneeweis questions the relevancy of modern portfolio theory and addresses common misconceptions associated with alternative investments. 00:11:16 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_241.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_241.mp3 Tomas Sedlacek examines the Old and New Testaments as well as ancient Greek and Roman myths that contain archetypal stories that he believes inform modern economic thinking. Podcasts Wed, 09 Jul 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Tomas Sedlacek examines the Old and New Testaments as well as ancient Greek and Roman myths that contain archetypal stories that he believes inform modern economic thinking. 00:10:51 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_240.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_240.mp3 Divya Narendra, CEO of SumZero, discusses the impact of online collaboration and crowdsourcing on the investment research process. Podcasts Wed, 2 Jul 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Divya Narendra, CEO of SumZero, discusses the impact of online collaboration and crowdsourcing on the investment research process. 00:10:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_239.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_239.mp3 The bond fund managed by Kathleen C. Gaffney, CFA, has an unconstrained mandate, allowing her to invest across asset classes and geographies. She discusses how she manages the risks inherent in investing in such a diverse mix of assets, as well as where she currently sees the most attractive investment opportunities. Podcasts Fri, 13 Jun 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series The bond fund managed by Kathleen C. Gaffney, CFA, has an unconstrained mandate, allowing her to invest across asset classes and geographies. She discusses how she manages the risks inherent in investing in such a diverse mix of assets, as well as where she currently sees the most attractive investment opportunities. 00:08:13 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_238.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_238.mp3 Ron Rimkus, CFA, talks with Sheila C. Bair about her perspective on the financial crisis and the state of the financial system in 2014. Podcasts Fri, 30 May 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ron Rimkus, CFA, talks with Sheila C. Bair about her perspective on the financial crisis and the state of the financial system in 2014. 00:16:52 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_237.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_237.mp3 Paul Mills questions the conventional wisdom on debt. Podcasts Tue, 13 May 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Paul Mills questions the conventional wisdom on debt. 00:10:52 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_236.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_236.mp3 Professor Adrian R. Bell is an expert in financial history. Listen to him discuss the origins of finance, its Medieval evolution, and, compare and contrast ancient and modern finance. Podcasts Wed, 30 Apr 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Professor Adrian R. Bell is an expert in financial history. Listen to him discuss the origins of finance, its Medieval evolution, and, compare and contrast ancient and modern finance. 00:12:29 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_235.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_235.mp3 Kishore Mahbubani explains why he believes that Asia will dominate the 21st century. Podcasts Thu, 17 Apr 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kishore Mahbubani explains why he believes that Asia will dominate the 21st century. 00:09:55 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_234.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_234.mp3 Bernard Krooks, founding partner of the law firm Littman Krooks LLP and Chair of its Elder Law and Special Needs Department, explains what long-term care is, how it can be covered, and why it’s important for clients to have an advance directive. Podcasts Wed, 2 Apr 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Bernard Krooks, founding partner of the law firm Littman Krooks LLP and Chair of its Elder Law and Special Needs Department, explains what long-term care is, how it can be covered, and why it’s important for clients to have an advance directive. 00:13:25 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_232.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_232.mp3 William Reichenstein, CFA, explains the key concepts of tax-efficient investing and how it affects an investment decision. He also suggests easy adjustments that a wealth manager can make that would have a big impact on the client. Podcasts Thu, 06 Mar 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series William Reichenstein, CFA, explains the key concepts of tax-efficient investing and how it affects an investment decision. He also suggests easy adjustments that a wealth manager can make that would have a big impact on the client. 00:12:25 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_231.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_231.mp3 Kai A. Konrad, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Tax Law and Public Finance, shares his views on the Eurozone including why Germany may not have the economic force necessary to save the Eurozone. Podcasts Wed, 12 Feb 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kai A. Konrad, Director at the Max Planck Institute for Tax Law and Public Finance, shares his views on the Eurozone including why Germany may not have the economic force necessary to save the Eurozone. 00:10:23 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_229.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_229.mp3 Dylan Grice, Director of Research at Edelweiss Holdings, explains the unintended consequences and implications of three decades of financial engineering by central bankers. Podcasts Wed, 15 Jan 2014 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dylan Grice, Director of Research at Edelweiss Holdings, explains the unintended consequences and implications of three decades of financial engineering by central bankers. 00:11:59 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_228.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_228.mp3 Scott M. Black explains his style of value investing, skills needed for success, what the future may hold for active management and tips on finding value in the art market. Podcasts Tue, 31 Dec 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Scott M. Black explains his style of value investing, skills needed for success, what the future may hold for active management and tips on finding value in the art market. 00:11:16 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_227.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_227.mp3 Tendai Musikavanhu, CFA, shares his views on the obstacles to investing in Africa such as insufficient information, illiquid markets, limited investor protection, and a poor perception. Podcasts Thu, 19 Dec 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Tendai Musikavanhu, CFA, shares his views on the obstacles to investing in Africa such as insufficient information, illiquid markets, limited investor protection, and a poor perception. 00:10:08 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_226.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_226.mp3 Thomas H. Atteberry, CFA, reveals solutions to some of the problems being faced by fixed income investors due to yield curve distortions caused by central banks. Podcasts Wed, 4 Dec 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Thomas H. Atteberry, CFA, reveals solutions to some of the problems being faced by fixed income investors due to yield curve distortions caused by central banks. 00:10:46 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_225.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_225.mp3 Globally recognized alternative investments expert discusses their importance for portfolio managers. Podcasts Wed, 20 Nov 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Globally recognized alternative investments expert discusses their importance for portfolio managers. 00:07:22 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_224.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_224.mp3 Cristina Daverio shares her insights into the risk associated with stress at work and what companies can do to help employees manage stress. Podcasts Wed, 06 Nov 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Cristina Daverio shares her insights into the risk associated with stress at work and what companies can do to help employees manage stress. 00:12:11 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_222.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_222.mp3 CFA Institute Managing director Kurt Schacht, CFA, talks with Greenwich Roundtable President Stephen McMenamin on the current state of the hedge fund industry. Podcasts Wed, 23 Oct 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series CFA Institute Managing director Kurt Schacht, CFA, talks with Greenwich Roundtable President Stephen McMenamin on the current state of the hedge fund industry. 00:13:02 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_223.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_223.mp3 Leigh Drogen, founder and CEO of Estimize, explains how Estimize uses cutting edge technology to improve earnings estimates by ensuring the estimates are based on merit and not pedigree. Podcasts Mon, 08 Oct 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Leigh Drogen, founder and CEO of Estimize, explains how Estimize uses cutting edge technology to improve earnings estimates by ensuring the estimates are based on merit and not pedigree. 00:08:40 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_221.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_221.mp3 Steve Waygood explains European Commission's adoption of a proposal in April 2013 to enhance business transparency on environmental and social issues and the implications for long term investing. Podcasts Wed, 25 Sep 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Steve Waygood explains European Commission's adoption of a proposal in April 2013 to enhance business transparency on environmental and social issues and the implications for long term investing. 00:10:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_220.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_220.mp3 Anthony Neoh, SC, former chief advisor to the China Securities Regulatory Commission and ex-chairman of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, discusses the progress of financial sector reforms and capital market liberalizations in China. Podcasts Wed, 11 Sep 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Anthony Neoh, SC, former chief advisor to the China Securities Regulatory Commission and ex-chairman of the Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission, discusses the progress of financial sector reforms and capital market liberalizations in China. 00:16:38 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_217.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_217.mp3 Dr. Joseph P. H. Fan has spent many years studying, researching and consulting with family-controlled business groups in Asia. Podcasts Wed, 28 Aug 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Joseph P. H. Fan has spent many years studying, researching and consulting with family-controlled business groups in Asia. 00:12:55 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_216.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_216.mp3 Nobel Prize Winner Thomas J. Sargent discusses his views on model ambiguity and how uncertainty over the correct choice of distribution plays a big part in the pricing of risk. Podcasts Wed, 14 Aug 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Nobel Prize Winner Thomas J. Sargent discusses his views on model ambiguity and how uncertainty over the correct choice of distribution plays a big part in the pricing of risk. 00:12:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_214.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_214.mp3 Ng Kok Song, adviser and chair of global investments at the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC), discusses one of the most meaningful tools in his investment toolkit: meditation. Podcasts Wed, 7 Aug 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ng Kok Song, adviser and chair of global investments at the Government of Singapore Investment Corporation (GIC), discusses one of the most meaningful tools in his investment toolkit: meditation. 00:14:50 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_215.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_215.mp3 Michael Woodford, former president and CEO of Olympus Corporation, is interviewed about his whistleblowing activities while serving at Olympus Corporation. Podcasts Wed, 31 Jul 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael Woodford, former president and CEO of Olympus Corporation, is interviewed about his whistleblowing activities while serving at Olympus Corporation. 00:11:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_212.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_212.mp3 Christopher Tan talks broadly about the wealth management industry in Singapore, including commission vs. fee-only advisors, establishing and maintaining trust with clients, and retirement planning. Podcasts Wed, 24 Jul 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Christopher Tan talks broadly about the wealth management industry in Singapore, including commission vs. fee-only advisors, establishing and maintaining trust with clients, and retirement planning. 00:12:52 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_213.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_213.mp3 Economist Dambisa Moyo discusses her views on the transformative role emerging markets are playing in the global economy. Podcasts Wed, 17 Jul 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Economist Dambisa Moyo discusses her views on the transformative role emerging markets are playing in the global economy. 00:12:57 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_211.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_211.mp3 The Wall Street Journal's Jason Zweig interviews Duke University's Scott A. Huettel about the emerging field of neuroeconomics. Podcasts Wed, 10 Jul 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series The Wall Street Journal's Jason Zweig interviews Duke University's Scott A. Huettel about the emerging field of neuroeconomics. 00:09:50 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_210.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_210.mp3 Jim Leech, president and chief executive officer at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, discusses the state of the pension fund industry. Podcasts Wed, 03 Jul 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jim Leech, president and chief executive officer at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan, discusses the state of the pension fund industry. 00:09:29 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_208.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_208.mp3 Carl Richards explores the role that emotions play in financial decisions. He explains the so-called behavior gap -- the distance between what we should do and what we actually do when it comes to decisions involving money -- and discusses how financial advisers can become better advisers to their clients. Podcasts Wed, 26 Jun 2013 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Carl Richards explores the role that emotions play in financial decisions. He explains the so-called behavior gap -- the distance between what we should do and what we actually do when it comes to decisions involving money -- and discusses how financial advisers can become better advisers to their clients. 00:18:12 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_207.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_207.mp3 Dr. Ibrahim M. Turhan explains why and how Borsa Istanbul has demutualized and the implications for investors. Podcasts Wed, 19 Jun 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Ibrahim M. Turhan explains why and how Borsa Istanbul has demutualized and the implications for investors. 00:09:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_209.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_209.mp3 Professor Harry Hummels explains impact investing and shares his insights on how and why impact investing is similar to and different from traditional investing. Podcasts Wed, 12 Jun 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Professor Harry Hummels explains impact investing and shares his insights on how and why impact investing is similar to and different from traditional investing. 00:18:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_206.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_206.mp3 Cate Long provides an overview of the municipal bond market in terms of size and the primary holders of the debt. Podcasts Wed, 05 Jun 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Cate Long provides an overview of the municipal bond market in terms of size and the primary holders of the debt. 00:07:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_205.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_205.mp3 Peter Zeihan shares his analysis of economic and political implications of the rise of shale gas production in North America. Podcasts Wed, 29 May 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Peter Zeihan shares his analysis of economic and political implications of the rise of shale gas production in North America. 00:16:00 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_204.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_204.mp3 Anil Gaba, Professor of Risk Management at INSEAD Business School, describes some of the challenges and solutions for investors of taking investment decisions under conditions of uncertainty. Podcasts Wed, 22 May 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Anil Gaba, Professor of Risk Management at INSEAD Business School, describes some of the challenges and solutions for investors of taking investment decisions under conditions of uncertainty. 00:09:47 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_203.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_203.mp3 Jim Coutré explains why supporting clients in their philanthropy can be a triple win, benefiting the client, the financial adviser’s practice, and society. Podcasts Wed, 15 May 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jim Coutré explains why supporting clients in their philanthropy can be a triple win, benefiting the client, the financial adviser’s practice, and society. 00:10:07 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_201.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_201.mp3 Jalil Tarif, secretary general at the Union for Arab Securities Authority, explains the challenges and opportunities facing the securities regulators in the Arab countries. Podcasts Wed, 08 May 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jalil Tarif, secretary general at the Union for Arab Securities Authority, explains the challenges and opportunities facing the securities regulators in the Arab countries. 00:10:56 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_202.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_202.mp3 Dr. Bassem I. Awadallah provides expert commentary on some of the findings of CFA Institute survey of investment professionals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region which was done in Feb-Mar, 2013. Podcasts Wed, 1 May 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Bassem I. Awadallah provides expert commentary on some of the findings of CFA Institute survey of investment professionals in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region which was done in Feb-Mar, 2013. 00:12:49 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_199.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_199.mp3 Robert Johnston addresses the prospects for the U.S. becoming a natural gas superpower, and the global geopolitical and investment implications of the U.S. shale energy boom. Podcasts Wed, 17 Apr 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert Johnston addresses the prospects for the U.S. becoming a natural gas superpower, and the global geopolitical and investment implications of the U.S. shale energy boom. 00:06:09 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_196.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_196.mp3 Mr. Anthony Yau, who has been managing portfolios in the A-shares market for several years at State Street Global Advisors as senior portfolio manager and head of Asia emerging markets, discusses the issues and outlook of the domestic equity market in China. Podcasts Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Mr. Anthony Yau, who has been managing portfolios in the A-shares market for several years at State Street Global Advisors as senior portfolio manager and head of Asia emerging markets, discusses the issues and outlook of the domestic equity market in China. 00:11:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_198.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_198.mp3 Kent Osband offers that the mathematics of turbulence provides a mathematical framework for bridging modern portfolio theory’s rationalism with behavioral finance’s irrationalism. Podcasts Wed, 3 Apr 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kent Osband offers that the mathematics of turbulence provides a mathematical framework for bridging modern portfolio theory’s rationalism with behavioral finance’s irrationalism. 00:12:15 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_197.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_197.mp3 Michael L. Mayo, CFA, discusses the state of corporate governance, whether he expects to see more shareholder activism, and how breaking up the mega-banks would unlock value for shareholders. Podcasts Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael L. Mayo, CFA, discusses the state of corporate governance, whether he expects to see more shareholder activism, and how breaking up the mega-banks would unlock value for shareholders. 00:06:16 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_195.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_195.mp3 Jason Trennert of Strategas offers his sometimes contrarian outlook for equity markets while sharing insights on the European currency crisis and the prospects for inflation. Podcasts Wed, 20 Mar 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jason Trennert of Strategas offers his sometimes contrarian outlook for equity markets while sharing insights on the European currency crisis and the prospects for inflation. 00:10:25 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_194.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_194.mp3 Kamal Mustafa discusses how best to examine and understand bank credit quality. Podcasts Wed, 13 Mar 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kamal Mustafa discusses how best to examine and understand bank credit quality. 00:17:49 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_193.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_193.mp3 David Guin, a partner at Withers Bergman LLP, discusses the implications of the SEC’s new definition of family offices and explains what a good compliance policy should look like. Podcasts Thu, 07 Mar 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series David Guin, a partner at Withers Bergman LLP, discusses the implications of the SEC’s new definition of family offices and explains what a good compliance policy should look like. 00:08:55 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_192.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_192.mp3 Dr. Adeel Malik explains why he thinks regional economic integration and a strong private sector are essential to address the economic challenges, such as youth unemployment, facing the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Podcasts Wed, 27 Feb 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Adeel Malik explains why he thinks regional economic integration and a strong private sector are essential to address the economic challenges, such as youth unemployment, facing the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. 00:12:11 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_190.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_190.mp3 Robert F. Bruner, Dean of the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, discusses the evolution of the MBA program. Podcasts Wed, 20 Feb 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert F. Bruner, Dean of the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia, discusses the evolution of the MBA program. 00:09:37 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_191.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_191.mp3 Edward Mason shares his views on how the Church of England reflects its moral values in its investments as an institutional investor. Podcasts Wed, 13 Feb 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Edward Mason shares his views on how the Church of England reflects its moral values in its investments as an institutional investor. 00:16:18 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_189.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_189.mp3 Robert F. Bruner discusses the importance of financial crises. He focuses on the importance of studying past crises in order to better understand and mitigate future crises. Podcasts Wed, 06 Feb 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert F. Bruner discusses the importance of financial crises. He focuses on the importance of studying past crises in order to better understand and mitigate future crises. 00:11:29 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_188.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_188.mp3 Satyajit Das, former banker and author of Traders, Guns, and Money, and Extreme Money, discusses and assesses India's recent reform efforts. Podcasts Wed, 30 Jan 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Satyajit Das, former banker and author of Traders, Guns, and Money, and Extreme Money, discusses and assesses India's recent reform efforts. 00:12:57 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_186.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_186.mp3 Jeremy J. Siegel asserts that historical asset class returns, the prospect for continued strength in corporate earnings, and current valuation levels all support the case for investment in equities. Podcasts Wed, 23 Jan 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jeremy J. Siegel asserts that historical asset class returns, the prospect for continued strength in corporate earnings, and current valuation levels all support the case for investment in equities. 00:09:25 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_179.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_179.mp3 Gus Sauter reflects on the merits of passive and active investing, while sharing his thoughts on financial industry innovation. Podcasts Wed, 16 Jan 2013 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Gus Sauter reflects on the merits of passive and active investing, while sharing his thoughts on financial industry innovation. 00:09:38 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_185.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_185.mp3 Sebastian Dovey explains the importance of a deeper understanding of the client, the implications of the digital revolution, the cross-cultural influences on client profile, and how these dynamics will shape the future of the wealth management industry. Podcasts Wed, 9 Jan 2013 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Sebastian Dovey explains the importance of a deeper understanding of the client, the implications of the digital revolution, the cross-cultural influences on client profile, and how these dynamics will shape the future of the wealth management industry. 00:09:56 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_183.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_183.mp3 Dr. Nkosana Moyo shares some of the longer term political-economic developments taking place in Africa and explains why he believes the perception of risks in Africa is worse than reality. Podcasts Wed, 19 Dec 2012 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Nkosana Moyo shares some of the longer term political-economic developments taking place in Africa and explains why he believes the perception of risks in Africa is worse than reality. 00:14:47 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_181.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_181.mp3 Campbell Harvey discusses the limitations of quantitative easing in today's macroeconomic environment. His analysis has implications for the role of commodities, specifically gold, in a diversified portfolio. Podcasts Thu, 13 Dec 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Campbell Harvey discusses the limitations of quantitative easing in today's macroeconomic environment. His analysis has implications for the role of commodities, specifically gold, in a diversified portfolio. 00:12:26 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_184.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_184.mp3 Joachim Klement examines the role of personal experiences in determining financial risk preferences among investors, and how this can help financial advisers. Podcasts Wed, 5 Dec 2012 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Joachim Klement examines the role of personal experiences in determining financial risk preferences among investors, and how this can help financial advisers. 00:09:12 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_178.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_178.mp3 Nobel laureate Robert C. Merton challenges traditional models used by investors to measure sovereign and financial system credit risk, while proposing an alternative framework. Podcasts Mon, 03 Dec 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Nobel laureate Robert C. Merton challenges traditional models used by investors to measure sovereign and financial system credit risk, while proposing an alternative framework. 00:10:35 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_180.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_180.mp3 Willis Sparks discussed whether we are likely to see more market-moving turmoil around the globe over the next decade and why geopolitics is increasingly becoming a factor in investment decisions. Podcasts Wed, 14 Nov 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Willis Sparks discussed whether we are likely to see more market-moving turmoil around the globe over the next decade and why geopolitics is increasingly becoming a factor in investment decisions. 00:09:53 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_182.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_182.mp3 Wolfgang Münchau discusses the current state of the Eurozone crisis and potential resolutions. He explains potential implications of a breakup and the costs and benefits to various countries across the region. Podcasts Wed, 7 Nov 2012 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Wolfgang Münchau discusses the current state of the Eurozone crisis and potential resolutions. He explains potential implications of a breakup and the costs and benefits to various countries across the region. 00:14:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_176.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_176.mp3 Lacy H. Hunt examines research that demonstrates how current levels of first world debt threaten to cause an economic catastrophe unless action is taken soon. Podcasts Wed, 31 Oct 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Lacy H. Hunt examines research that demonstrates how current levels of first world debt threaten to cause an economic catastrophe unless action is taken soon. 00:15:54 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_177.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_177.mp3 Leo J. de Bever discusses ways of finding global investment opportunities in the current low yield environment. Podcasts Wed, 25 Oct 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Leo J. de Bever discusses ways of finding global investment opportunities in the current low yield environment. 00:15:41 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_175.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_175.mp3 Deborah A. Fuhr discusses the landscape and key trends in the global ETF/ETP industry as well as the recently implemented RQFII scheme in China and other developments in the Asia-Pacific markets, giving her views about the outlook for the ETF/ETP industry in the region. Podcasts Wed, 17 Oct 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Deborah A. Fuhr discusses the landscape and key trends in the global ETF/ETP industry as well as the recently implemented RQFII scheme in China and other developments in the Asia-Pacific markets, giving her views about the outlook for the ETF/ETP industry in the region. 00:16:55 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_173.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_173.mp3 Dr. Peng Chen, CEO Asia (ex-Japan) at Dimensional Fund Advisors, a firm noted for its collaboration with Nobel laureates and top financial economists, discusses the latest development in investment portfolio management that deals with the key challenges that are once again highlighted by the global financial crisis. Podcasts Wed, 10 Oct 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Peng Chen, CEO Asia (ex-Japan) at Dimensional Fund Advisors, a firm noted for its collaboration with Nobel laureates and top financial economists, discusses the latest development in investment portfolio management that deals with the key challenges that are once again highlighted by the global financial crisis. 00:16:24 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_174.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_174.mp3 With interest rates so low, and a Fed determined to keep them low for a prolonged period, does it make sense to allocate money to fixed income securities right now? Podcasts Wed, 03 Oct 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series With interest rates so low, and a Fed determined to keep them low for a prolonged period, does it make sense to allocate money to fixed income securities right now? 00:06:17 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_172.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_172.mp3 John Linehan, CFA, describes his firm’s investment philosophy and the value of "constructive dissonance," and discusses why maintaining a global perspective is more important than ever. Podcasts Wed, 26 Sep 2012 08:00:00No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John Linehan, CFA, describes his firm’s investment philosophy and the value of "constructive dissonance," and discusses why maintaining a global perspective is more important than ever. 00:08:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_171.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_171.mp3 Michael Kitces discusses some of the key issues and trends for financial advisers, including the looming fiscal cliff and the potential for tax rates to rise significantly in the future. Podcasts Wed, 19 Sep 2012 08:00:00No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael Kitces discusses some of the key issues and trends for financial advisers, including the looming fiscal cliff and the potential for tax rates to rise significantly in the future. 00:08:42 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_170.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_170.mp3 Sam Peters, CFA, discusses his firm’s free cash flow-based approach to valuation, and the challenges and opportunities in today’s stock market. Podcasts Wed, 12 Sep 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Sam Peters, CFA, discusses his firm’s free cash flow-based approach to valuation, and the challenges and opportunities in today’s stock market. 00:16:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_168.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_168.mp3 Jeremy Bolland discusses the best practices for banks, brokerages, and research analysts for the production and dissemination of investment research, as well as the regulatory landscape in the Asia Pacific region. Podcasts Wed, 5 Sep 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jeremy Bolland, author of Writing Securities Research: A Best Practice Guide, discusses the best practices for banks, brokerages, and research analysts for the production and dissemination of investment research, as well as the regulatory landscape in the Asia Pacific region. 00:18:04 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_167.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_167.mp3 Marc Faber, editor of "The Gloom, Boom and Doom Report", speaks about his views on money printing, inflation, central banking, China, the Eurozone, and the Fed’s monetary policy. Podcasts Wed, 29 Aug 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Marc Faber is managing director of Marc Faber Limited. Dr. Faber holds a PhD in economics from the University of Zurich. 00:14:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_165.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_165.mp3 John R. Boatright discusses the ethical issues facing investment professionals in the investment industry and how to manage them. Podcasts Wed, 22 Aug 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John R. Boatright discusses the ethical issues facing investment professionals in the investment industry and how to manage them. 00:15:37 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_166.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_166.mp3 Chris Douvos of Venture Investment Associates speaks about the evolution of the venture capital industry. Podcasts Fri, 17 Aug 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Chris Douvos of Venture Investment Associates speaks about the evolution of the venture capital industry. 00:14:17 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_164.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_164.mp3 John P. Calamos, Sr., discusses the rise of the middle class in emerging markets and what investors in these markets should focus on. Podcasts Wed, 8 Aug 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John P. Calamos, Sr., discusses the rise of the middle class in emerging markets and what investors in these markets should focus on. 00:12:50 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_163.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_163.mp3 Learn ways that defined benefit funds can be modified to provide adequate benefits for employees and acceptable cost for employers. Podcasts Wed, 25 Jul 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Learn ways that defined benefit funds can be modified to provide adequate benefits for employees and acceptable cost for employers. 00:10:09 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_158.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_158.mp3 Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman discusses behavioral finance with Ashvin Chhabra, including what insight the discipline can lend to the global financial crisis and the direction of future research. Podcasts Thu, 19 Jul 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Nobel Laureate Daniel Kahneman discusses behavioral finance with Ashvin Chhabra, including what insight the discipline can lend to the global financial crisis and the direction of future research. 00:16:52 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_162.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_162.mp3 Demonstrating proficiency in emotional intelligence is a critical skill set that is in demand across all roles in the investment industry. Why is this the case, are there challenges unique to investment professionals, and what practical steps can you take to develop this soft skill? Podcasts Tue, 10 Jul 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Demonstrating proficiency in emotional intelligence is a critical skill set that is in demand across all roles in the investment industry. Why is this the case, are there challenges unique to investment professionals, and what practical steps can you take to develop this soft skill? 00:10:44 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_161.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_161.mp3 Sebastian Mallaby makes the case that hedge funds are important providers of liquidity to financial markets and not a destabilizing threat to the financial system. Podcasts Tue, 3 Jul 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Sebastian Mallaby makes the case that hedge funds are important providers of liquidity to financial markets and not a destabilizing threat to the financial system. 00:10:00 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_150.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_150.mp3 Dr. Maria Hartwig, a deception and lying behavior expert, discusses the state of lie detection in finance. She also reviews important lie detection research and what the future holds for lie detection in finance. Podcasts Fri, 29 Jun 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Maria Hartwig, a deception and lying behavior expert, discusses the state of lie detection in finance. She also reviews important lie detection research and what the future holds for lie detection in finance. 00:08:24 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_160.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_160.mp3 Dean A. Junkans, CFA, discusses the most interesting and most surprising results of a recent survey of 500 individual investors. Podcasts Wed, 27 Jun 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dean A. Junkans, CFA, discusses the most interesting and most surprising results of a recent survey of 500 individual investors. 00:07:51 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_159.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_159.mp3 Gary P. Brinson, CFA, discusses the impact that the Federal Reserve's prolonged low-rate environment is having on plan sponsors. He argues that we are observing Hayek's fatal conceit where a handful of people in the government imagine they can redesign markets and do better than markets themselves can. Podcasts Fri, 15 Jun 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Gary P. Brinson, CFA, discusses the impact that the Federal Reserve's prolonged low-rate environment is having on plan sponsors. He argues that we are observing Hayek's fatal conceit where a handful of people in the government imagine they can redesign markets and do better than markets themselves can. 00:13:01 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_155.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_155.mp3 Dr. George Abed, Senior Counsellor and Director for Africa and Middle East at the IIF, discusses the economic and political transition taking place among the Arab countries around the Mediterranean and implications for the wider region. Podcasts Wed, 06 Jun 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. George Abed, Senior Counsellor and Director for Africa and Middle East at the IIF, discusses the economic and political transition taking place among the Arab countries around the Mediterranean and implications for the wider region. 00:09:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_157.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_157.mp3 Professor Avinash D. Persaud followed and traded the currency markets for many years at UBS, J.P. Morgan, and other institutions. He shares the insight he accumulated and discusses the real driving forces in currency markets over periods that matter to investors and corporations. The situation of the Renminbi in the context of his framework is also discussed. Podcasts Wed, 30 May 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Professor Avinash D. Persaud followed and traded the currency markets for many years at UBS, J.P. Morgan, and other institutions. He shares the insight he accumulated and discusses the real driving forces in currency markets over periods that matter to investors and corporations. The situation of the Renminbi in the context of his framework is also discussed. 00:13:15 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_156.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_156.mp3 Professor Patrick Chovanec discusses the economic and investment implications involved in rebalancing the Chinese economy. He touches upon the current economic climate in light of the 2008 financial crisis with regards to China's infrastructure, a trend toward urban migration, and general investment trends since the crisis. Podcasts Wed, 23 May 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Professor Patrick Chovanec discusses the economic and investment implications involved in rebalancing the Chinese economy. He touches upon the current economic climate in light of the 2008 financial crisis with regards to China's infrastructure, a trend toward urban migration, and general investment trends since the crisis. 00:13:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_152.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_152.mp3 John T. Connor discusses how Russia’s markets are more open and free than commonly thought. He also discusses the growth of the investable universe of companies over the past 15 years. Podcasts Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John T. Connor discusses how Russia’s markets are more open and free than commonly thought. He also discusses the growth of the investable universe of companies over the past 15 years. 00:13:14 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_151.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_151.mp3 Fraser Howie discusses fundamental issues with China’s banking system. Specifically, he explains China’s continual creation of superficial solutions to problems, which often fail to solve the underlying issues. Podcasts Wed, 02 May 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Fraser Howie discusses fundamental issues with China’s banking system. Specifically, he explains China’s continual creation of superficial solutions to problems, which often fail to solve the underlying issues. 00:12:02 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_154.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_154.mp3 Frédéric Romand discusses the role of dark pools and their relative merits and drawbacks in the context of equity market investing. The importance of transparency and information quality is also addressed, along with efforts to achieve more consistent regulation. Podcasts Mon, 30 Apr 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Frédéric Romand discusses the role of dark pools and their relative merits and drawbacks in the context of equity market investing. The importance of transparency and information quality is also addressed, along with efforts to achieve more consistent regulation. 00:09:44 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_153.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_153.mp3 Henry T. Azzam shares his views on economic prospects of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region one year after the Arab Spring. Podcasts Wed, 25 Apr 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Henry T. Azzam shares his views on economic prospects of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region one year after the Arab Spring. 00:11:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_148.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_148.mp3 Although target-date retirement funds are a ubiquitous retirement planning tool, their glide paths vary considerably from one provider to the next. Moreover, the glide paths themselves tend to change over time. Thomas M. Idzorek, CFA, discusses the problems associated with benchmarking these instruments and outlines a glide path stability score. Podcasts Wed, 18 Apr 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Although target-date retirement funds are a ubiquitous retirement planning tool, their glide paths vary considerably from one provider to the next. Moreover, the glide paths themselves tend to change over time. Thomas M. Idzorek, CFA, discusses the problems associated with benchmarking these instruments and outlines a glide path stability score. 00:09:52 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_149.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_149.mp3 Julie Littlechild discusses how enhancing client engagement can support referrals and how to increase the likelihood that your clients become your most ardent advocates. Podcasts Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Julie Littlechild discusses how enhancing client engagement can support referrals and how to increase the likelihood that your clients become your most ardent advocates. 00:08:29 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_147.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_147.mp3 Greg B. Davies explains the concept of behavioralizing finance and the implications for the wealth management industry. Podcasts Wed, 04 Apr 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Greg B. Davies explains the concept of behavioralizing finance and the implications for the wealth management industry. 00:11:20 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_145.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_145.mp3 Keith Robinson provides practical advice on how to identify outliers, discusses the impacts they can have on a firm’s culture, and offers best practices and strategies in managing outliers. Podcasts Wed, 28 March 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Keith Robinson provides practical advice on how to identify outliers, discusses the impacts they can have on a firm’s culture, and offers best practices and strategies in managing outliers. 00:13:50 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_146.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_146.mp3 Clint R. Laurent discusses how the resolution of sovereign debt problems in the United States and the Eurozone will affect economic activity and the flows of trade and finance across the globe. Podcasts Wed, 21 March 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Clint R. Laurent discusses how the resolution of sovereign debt problems in the United States and the Eurozone will affect economic activity and the flows of trade and finance across the globe. 00:16:53 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_144.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_144.mp3 Giorgio Valente discusses recent trends in algorithmic and high frequency trading and related developments in the Asia Pacific region. Podcasts Wed, 14 March 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Giorgio Valente discusses recent trends in algorithmic and high frequency trading and related developments in the Asia Pacific region. 00:12:34 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_128.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_128.mp3 Ann F. Putallaz, CIPM, discusses the role of an investment performance leader, or GIPS champion, within a GIPS compliant firm. Podcasts Thu, 08 Mar 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ann F. Putallaz, CIPM, discusses the role of an investment performance leader, or GIPS champion, within a GIPS compliant firm. 00:08:59 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_139.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_139.mp3 Richard Hokenson discusses the investment implications of global demographic trends and the investment opportunities these trends represent for Africa. Podcasts Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Richard Hokenson discusses the investment implications of global demographic trends and the investment opportunities these trends represent for Africa. 00:12:29 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_143.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_143.mp3 Lord Meghnad Desai discusses his "rediscovered" historical perspective on India as well as the Indian economy, capital markets, and its people going forward and the implications for investment professionals. Podcasts Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Lord Meghnad Desai discusses his "rediscovered" historical perspective on India as well as the Indian economy, capital markets, and its people going forward and the implications for investment professionals. 00:10:03 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_140.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_140.mp3 Dan diBartolomeo discusses how bond managers can leverage information in equity markets to improve performance. Podcasts Wed, 15 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dan diBartolomeo discusses how bond managers can leverage information in equity markets to improve performance. 00:07:37 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_138.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_138.mp3 This Take 15 interview with James M. Edmonds, CFA, sheds light on the intricacies and challenges of performance reporting for high-net-worth investors and financial advisers. Podcasts Wed, 08 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series This Take 15 interview with James M. Edmonds, CFA, sheds light on the intricacies and challenges of performance reporting for high-net-worth investors and financial advisers. 00:09:27 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_130.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_130.mp3 Ralf Hudert, CIPM, discusses practical issues selecting and implementing a fixed-income attribution system. Podcasts Thu, 02 Feb 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ralf Hudert, CIPM, discusses practical issues selecting and implementing a fixed-income attribution system. 00:06:51 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_125.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_125.mp3 Iain W. McAra provides insight into the many benefits gained by firms claiming compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS). Podcasts Wed, 25 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Iain W. McAra provides insight into the many benefits gained by firms claiming compliance with the Global Investment Performance Standards (GIPS). 00:10:57 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_137.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_137.mp3 Lower expectations for economic growth and capital markets returns stem from increasing indebtedness and deficits, as well as from demographic trends in the "New Normal." Jason Hsu discusses the implications for passive index strategies and cap-weighted index investing and talks about how asset owners and investing institutions view these issues in Europe and Asia. Podcasts Wed, 18 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Lower expectations for economic growth and capital markets returns stem from increasing indebtedness and deficits, as well as from demographic trends in the "New Normal." Jason Hsu discusses the implications for passive index strategies and cap-weighted index investing and talks about how asset owners and investing institutions view these issues in Europe and Asia. 00:12:34 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_136.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_136.mp3 Clifford D. Mpare, CFA, discusses which African nations have the most improved macro environments and how these factors can support equity investments. Mr. Mpare also explores valuation of African equities including long-term trends, sectors of interest, and company case studies, as well as the importance of diversification. Podcasts Wed, 11 Jan 2012 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Clifford D. Mpare, CFA, discusses which African nations have the most improved macro environments and how these factors can support equity investments. Mr. Mpare also explores valuation of African equities including long-term trends, sectors of interest, and company case studies, as well as the importance of diversification. 00:14:23 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_134.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_134.mp3 Stephen G. Cecchetti discusses commercial bank leverage, calculating risk weightings, and the long-term effects of excessive sovereign debt. Podcasts Wed, 04 Jan 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Stephen G. Cecchetti discusses commercial bank leverage, calculating risk weightings, and the long-term effects of excessive sovereign debt. 00:11:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_132__.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_132.mp3 Robert Jenkins cites the flaws in the traditional Return on Equity (ROE) measure in measuring bank financial performance and proposes some much needed alternatives. Podcasts Wed, 28 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert Jenkins cites the flaws in the traditional Return on Equity (ROE) measure in measuring bank financial performance and proposes some much needed alternatives. 00:08:18 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_133.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_133.mp3 Roger Bootle shares his views on concerns about the relative size of pay and performance in the financial sector as well as what needs to be done to address these concerns. Podcasts Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Roger Bootle shares his views on concerns about the relative size of pay and performance in the financial sector as well as what needs to be done to address these concerns. 00:09:54 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_135.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_135.mp3 Steven J. Sherman discusses the role of the International Valuation Standards Council and how it differs from that of the accounting standard setters. Podcasts Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Steven J. Sherman discusses the role of the International Valuation Standards Council and how it differs from that of the accounting standard setters. 00:06:03 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_129.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_129.mp3 Frances Barney, CFA, reveals the latest trends in risk reporting, which lead to increased transparency and control exposures. Podcasts Wed, 30 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Frances Barney, CFA, reveals the latest trends in risk reporting, which lead to increased transparency and control exposures. 00:08:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_127.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_127.mp3 Carl R. Bacon, CIPM, a performance measurement specialist, discusses the evolution of performance attribution, the latest developments in performance measurement, and the issue of ex post risk. Podcasts Wed, 16 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Carl R. Bacon, CIPM, a performance measurement specialist, discusses the evolution of performance attribution, the latest developments in performance measurement, and the issue of ex post risk. 00:13:57 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_126.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_126.mp3 What can the private client advisory arena learn from the institutional business? David B. Smith, CFA, draws on a career straddling the private wealth and institutional worlds to provide important lessons. Podcasts Wed, 09 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series What can the private client advisory arena learn from the institutional business? David Smith, CFA draws on a career straddling the private wealth and institutional worlds to provide important lessons. 00:10:23 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_124.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_124.mp3 Helga Birgden discusses responsible investing practices in Asia Pacific and makes a comparison with those in Europe and North America. She also addresses the latest trends in ESG investing globally and in Asia Pacific and the implications for the investment industry, as well as other pertinent issues. Podcasts Tue, 01 Nov 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Helga Birgden discusses responsible investing practices in Asia Pacific and makes a comparison with those in Europe and North America. She also addresses the latest trends in ESG investing globally and in Asia Pacific and the implications for the investment industry, as well as other pertinent issues. 00:13:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_123.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_123.mp3 Roger Ibbotson argues that a liquidity strategy meets the criteria for a legitimate and sustainable style with clear performance advantages. Podcasts Wed, 26 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Roger Ibbotson argues that a liquidity strategy meets the criteria for a legitimate and sustainable style with clear performance advantages. 00:07:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_121.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_121.mp3 James Ware, CFA, discusses the importance of leadership skills in the investment industry in light of the recent global financial crisis, how firm culture contributes to (or detracts from) success, and critical skills investment professionals need in today’s climate. Podcasts Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series James Ware, CFA, discusses the importance of leadership skills in the investment industry in light of the recent global financial crisis, how firm culture contributes to (or detracts from) success, and critical skills investment professionals need in today’s climate. 00:13:36 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_120.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_120.mp3 Michael Pettis reviews the growth track record of China over the past decades and discusses how rebalancing from an investment and export driven economy to a more consumption focused economy could take place going forward. He also discusses Renminbi internationalization and the impact that China’s rebalancing could have on Australia and similar commodity exporting countries. Podcasts Wed, 12 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael Pettis reviews the growth track record of China over the past decades and discusses how rebalancing from an investment and export driven economy to a more consumption focused economy could take place going forward. He also discusses Renminbi internationalization and the impact that China’s rebalancing could have on Australia and similar commodity exporting countries. 00:12:24 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_122.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_122.mp3 With much of the developed world in a sovereign debt crisis, what implications will this have on your portfolio risk profile, benchmark, and asset allocation? Having spent his entire career in emerging market and non-U.S. investments, Jeffrey P. Davis, CFA, describes what he believes is a fundamental shift in the global market portfolio. Podcasts Wed, 05 Oct 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series With much of the developed world in a sovereign debt crisis, what implications will this have on your portfolio risk profile, benchmark, and asset allocation? Having spent his entire career in emerging market and non-U.S. investments, Jeffrey P. Davis, CFA, describes what he believes is a fundamental shift in the global market portfolio. 00:11:50 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_119.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_119.mp3 Maureen O'Hara discusses high-frequency markets, algorithmic trading, flow toxicity, and differential access to price information in Asia, as well as the flash crash and market fragmentation. Podcasts Thu, 29 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Maureen O'Hara discusses high-frequency markets, algorithmic trading, flow toxicity, and differential access to price information in Asia, as well as the flash crash and market fragmentation. 00:14:27 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_118.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_118.mp3 Jing Ulrich discusses the economic situation in China, the challenges for policymakers, the development of China's capital markets, and the management of trillions of dollars of foreign exchange reserve assets. Podcasts Mon, 26 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jing Ulrich discusses the economic situation in China, the challenges for policymakers, the development of China's capital markets, and the management of trillions of dollars of foreign exchange reserve assets. 00:06:39 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_117.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_117.mp3 Matthew T. Moran discusses using options and futures to manage risk and improve income. Podcasts Wed, 14 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Matthew T. Moran discusses using options and futures to manage risk and improve income. 00:11:48 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_116.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_116.mp3 Charles K. Bobrinskoy describes how Ariel Investments puts Buffett value investing principles to work. Podcasts Wed, 07 Sep 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Charles K. Bobrinskoy describes how Ariel Investments puts Buffett value investing principles to work. 00:10:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_115.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_115.mp3 Industry expert Marianne M. Jennings discusses the ethical issues present in the financial crisis including the seven signs of ethical collapse, cross-cultural differences in ethics, and what universities can do to promote ethical behavior. Podcasts Wed, 31 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Industry expert Marianne M. Jennings discusses the ethical issues present in the financial crisis including the seven signs of ethical collapse, cross-cultural differences in ethics, and what universities can do to promote ethical behavior. 00:10:32 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_114.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_114.mp3 John W. Rogers, Jr. discusses his 30 years of investment experience and compares today's markets with those of the early 1980s. Podcasts Wed, 24 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John W. Rogers, Jr. discusses his 30 years of investment experience and compares today's markets with those of the early 1980s. 00:09:24 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_113.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_113.mp3 Yin Toa Lee, CFA, reviews the new global regulatory initiatives and changing accounting standards and their business impacts on Asian financial institutions. Podcasts Wed, 17 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Yin Toa Lee, CFA, reviews the new global regulatory initiatives and changing accounting standards and their business impacts on Asian financial institutions. 00:11:56 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_112.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_112.mp3 Paul D. Kaplan, CFA, shares his analysis of the Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI) that has been introduced by the European Commission for investment funds as a part of the UCITS. Podcasts Wed, 10 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Paul D. Kaplan, CFA, shares his analysis of the Synthetic Risk and Reward Indicator (SRRI) that has been introduced by the European Commission for investment funds as a part of the UCITS. 00:11:04 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_111.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_111.mp3 Andrew Smithers discusses why the U.S. equity market is currently overvalued and argues that central banks should be encouraging a reduction in debt levels and quality growth over time, rather than rapid growth now. Podcasts Wed, 3 Aug 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Andrew Smithers discusses why the U.S. equity market is currently overvalued and argues that central banks should be encouraging a reduction in debt levels and quality growth over time, rather than rapid growth now. 00:10:34 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_109.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_109.mp3 Melvin Escudero discusses some of the elements that will be critical for Latin America's continued growth into the future. Podcasts Wed, 20 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Melvin Escudero discusses some of the elements that will be critical for Latin America's continued growth into the future. 00:13:14 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_108.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_108.mp3 John Authers discusses the merits of returning to the gold standard and offers some potential alternatives. Podcasts Wed, 13 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series John Authers discusses the merits of returning to the gold standard and offers some potential alternatives. 00:07:22 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_107.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_107.mp3 As the globalization of the investment profession continues and international uncertainty abounds, geopolitical risks are growing in importance. Pippa Malmgren examines these risks and highlights ways to identify and deal with their challenges. Podcasts Thu, 7 Jul 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series As the globalization of the investment profession continues and international uncertainty abounds, geopolitical risks are growing in importance. Pippa Malmgren examines these risks and highlights ways to identify and deal with their challenges. 00:13:20 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_106.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_106.mp3 Felix Zulauf shares his investment philosophy and his views on the Euro and investing in gold. Podcasts Wed, 29 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Felix Zulauf shares his investment philosophy and his views on the Euro and investing in gold. 00:13:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_105.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_105.mp3 Dr. Amlan Roy discusses the implications of demographic trends for geographic regions, countries, and industries. Podcasts Mon, 20 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Amlan Roy discusses the implications of demographic trends for geographic regions, countries, and industries. 00:13:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_104.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_104.mp3 Roger Urwin discusses the concept of sustainability as it applies to pension fund investing. Podcasts Wed, 15 Jun 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Roger Urwin discusses the concept of sustainability as it applies to pension fund investing. 00:11:54 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_103.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_103.mp3 Roger Lowenstein discusses the continued importance of Wall Street, but takes issue with abusive practices that led to asset bubbles and costly bailouts. Podcasts Wed, 8 June 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Roger Lowenstein discusses the continued importance of Wall Street, but takes issue with abusive practices that led to asset bubbles and costly bailouts. CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_102.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_102.mp3 Clifford S. Asness addresses issues regarding hedge funds, including the different risk and reward profiles of various strategies, the never-ending quest for alpha, and the growing interest in hedge fund replication. Podcasts Tue, 31 May 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Clifford S. Asness addresses issues regarding hedge funds, including the different risk and reward profiles of various strategies, the never-ending quest for alpha, and the growing interest in hedge fund replication. 00:16:20 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_096.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_096.mp3 Curtis Ravenel discusses the use of environmental, social, and governance factors in the investment management process and the data currently available in these areas. Podcasts Wed, 25 May 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Curtis Ravenel discusses the use of environmental, social, and governance factors in the investment management process, and the data currently available in these areas. 00:12:07 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_101.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_101.mp3 Howard Marks, CFA, discusses his widely read client memos, his core investment philosophy, and strategies for making sure culture and philosophy at his firm are properly aligned across regions. Podcasts Wed, 18 May 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Howard Marks, CFA, discusses his widely read client memos, his core investment philosophy, and strategies for making sure culture and philosophy at his firm are properly aligned across regions. 00:15:02 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_100.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_100.mp3 William Poole discusses the history of the Federal Reserve in the United States and the evolution of its mandates over time. Podcasts Wed, 11 May 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series William Poole discusses the history of the Federal Reserve in the United States and the evolution of its mandates over time. 00:15:09 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_098.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_098.mp3 Kevin Kajiwara discusses the global investment implications of current geopolitical trends and risks. Podcasts Wed, 4 May 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kevin Kajiwara discusses the global investment implications of current geopolitical trends and risks. 00:18:35 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_099.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_099.mp3 Russell Read, CFA, discusses the changing dynamics and where the opportunities lie for alternative energy. Podcasts Wed, 27 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Russell Read, CFA, discusses the changing dynamics and where the opportunities lie for alternative energy. 00:08:54 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_094.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_094.mp3 Yasuhiro Oshima, CFA, gives his thoughts on Japan's recovery from the recent earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear crises. Podcasts Fri, 22 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Yasuhiro Oshima, CFA, gives his thoughts on Japan's recovery from the recent earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear crises. 00:12:10 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_097.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_097.mp3 Lisa Gray discusses the importance of incorporating family dynamics into the advisory process. Podcasts Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Lisa Gray discusses the importance of incorporating family dynamics into the advisory process. 00:08:59 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_095.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_095.mp3 The allure of investing in art is compelling to many investors, but is unfamiliar territory to many financial advisers. Jeffrey Horvitz discusses the pros and cons of adding art to your portfolio. Podcasts Wed, 13 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series The allure of investing in art is compelling to many investors, but is unfamiliar territory to many financial advisers. Jeffrey Horvitz discusses the pros and cons of adding art to your portfolio. 00:09:44 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_093.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_093.mp3 Attilio Meucci, CFA, offers a systematic approach to risk and portfolio management and describes some of the challenges and tradeoffs investors face when it comes to controlling risk in their portfolios. Podcasts Wed, 06 Apr 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Attilio Meucci, CFA, offers a systematic approach to risk and portfolio management and describes some of the challenges and tradeoffs investors face when it comes to controlling risk in their portfolios. 00:15:57 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_090.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_090.mp3 Michael J. Mauboussin discusses the role of technical competence, "counterintuition," and the application of multiple mental models to the discipline of financial analysis. Podcasts Thu, 31 Mar 2011 08:00:00 ESTNo CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael J. Mauboussin discusses the role of technical competence, "counterintuition," and the application of multiple mental models to the discipline of financial analysis. 00:11:18 CFA, CFA Institute, Economics, business, real estate, money, Investments, Environmental, Default Swaps, Credit Markets, Stock Market, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_092.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_092.mp3 Michelle Clayman, CFA, discusses incorporating non-financial environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data in the investment process. Podcasts Wed, 23 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michelle Clayman, CFA, discusses incorporating non-financial environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data in the investment process. 00:09:15 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_089.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_089.mp3 Kenneth S. Hackel, CFA, author of the book Security Valuation and Risk Analysis, challenges traditional thinking on important concepts like the cost of capital and free cash flow. Podcasts Wed, 16 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kenneth S. Hackel, CFA, author of the book Security Valuation and Risk Analysis, challenges traditional thinking on important concepts like the cost of capital and free cash flow. 00:14:39 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_091.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_091.mp3 Clifford S. Asness discusses a recent roundtable meeting on the equity risk premium (ERP) where forecasts for the future ERP were below historical levels. Podcasts Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Clifford S. Asness discusses a recent roundtable meeting on the equity risk premium (ERP) where forecasts for the future ERP were below historical levels. 00:12:12 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_088.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_088.mp3 Kurt Schacht, CFA, discusses the new CFA Institute Compensation Discussion and Analysis Template. Podcasts Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kurt Schacht, CFA, discusses the new CFA Institute Compensation Discussion and Analysis Template. 00:09:23 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_087.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_087.mp3 Andrew Ang analyzes the use of leverage in hedge funds including the high and low ranges in leverage, which strategies employ more leverage, and how the levels of leverage have changed based on changing market conditions. Podcasts Wed, 23 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Andrew Ang analyzes the use of leverage in hedge funds including the high and low ranges in leverage, which strategies employ more leverage, and how the levels of leverage have changed based on changing market conditions. 00:09:03 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_086.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_086.mp3 Professor Aswath Damodaran discusses current approaches to valuation, particularly discounted cash flow valuation. Podcasts Wed, 16 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Professor Aswath Damodaran discusses current approaches to valuation, particularly discounted cash flow valuation. 00:05:17 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_084.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_084.mp3 Matthew B. McLennan, CFA, discusses his firm's utilization of classic Graham and Dodd investing principles and shares his perspectives on the current opportunities and risks in the equity markets. Podcasts Wed, 02 Feb 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Matthew B. McLennan, CFA, discusses his firm's utilization of classic Graham and Dodd investing principles and shares his perspectives on the current opportunities and risks in the equity markets. 00:11:35 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_085.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_085.mp3 Christopher Malloy contrasts the efficient market hypothesis and behavioral finance and discusses how investors can think about an inefficient market. Podcasts Wed, 26 Jan 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Christopher Malloy contrasts the efficient market hypothesis and behavioral finance and discusses how investors can think about an inefficient market. 00:10:04 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15__083.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15__083.mp3 Daniel Broby, FSIP, discusses some of the best practices in the fund management industry today, the importance of fiduciary responsibility, and the role of codes of conduct. Podcasts Wed, 19 Jan 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Daniel Broby, FSIP, discusses some of the best practices in the fund management industry today, the importance of fiduciary responsibility, and the role of codes of conduct. 00:09:03 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15__082.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15__082.mp3 Lars Christensen discusses central and eastern European markets and compares them with other emerging markets. Podcasts Wed, 12 Jan 2011 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Lars Christensen discusses central and eastern European markets and compares them with other emerging markets. 00:06:50 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_081.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_081.mp3 Matt King discusses how recent regulation affects credit investors and markets, noting that these are palliatives that are overshadowed by huge debt accumulation. Podcasts Wed, 29 Dec 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Matt King discusses how recent regulation affects credit investors and markets, noting that these are palliatives that are overshadowed by huge debt accumulation. 00:09:21 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_080.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_080.mp3 Karl Debenham shares his views on the benefits and implications of the convergence of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). Podcasts Tue, 21 Dec 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Karl Debenham shares his views on the benefits and implications of the convergence of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). 00:07:22 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_079.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_079.mp3 Barbara Hauser discusses the kinds of families that can benefit from a formalized governance structure and discusses key considerations when implementing a family governance plan. Podcasts Tue, 14 Dec 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Barbara Hauser discusses the kinds of families that can benefit from a formalized governance structure and discusses key considerations when implementing a family governance plan. 00:12:29 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_078.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_078.mp3 Richard Duncan discusses the corruption of capitalism, the secular decline of developed economies, and how global imbalances are destabilizing the world economy. Podcasts Mon, 06 Dec 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Richard Duncan discusses the corruption of capitalism, the secular decline of developed economies, and how global imbalances are destabilizing the world economy. 00:10:32 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_077.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_077.mp3 Dr. Roger King reviews characteristics and complexities of Asian wealth-owning families and the role of family governance in preserving family relationships. Podcasts Thu, 02 Dec 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dr. Roger King reviews characteristics and complexities of Asian wealth-owning families and the role of family governance in preserving family relationships. 00:06:12 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_076.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_076.mp3 Kristin J. Ceva, CFA, discusses how emerging market debt fits into a global portfolio from the perspectives of risk, return, and correlation. Podcasts Fri, 12 Nov 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kristin J. Ceva, CFA, discusses how emerging market debt fits into a global portfolio from the perspectives of risk, return, and correlation. 00:05:47 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_074.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_074.mp3 Dan diBartolomeo discusses how pension fund managers have long used asset-liability management (ALM) to manage pension assets. Podcasts Fri, 12 Nov 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dan diBartolomeo discusses how pension fund managers have long used asset-liability management (ALM) to manage pension assets. 00:08:08 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_075.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_075.mp3 Richard Koo discusses effects on Japan's economic growth and policy responses from the real estate bubble that burst in Japan 20 years ago. Podcasts Thu, 04 Nov 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Richard Koo discusses effects on Japan's economic growth and policy responses from the real estate bubble that burst in Japan 20 years ago. 00:08:53 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_073.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_073.mp3 Aaron Low, CFA, describes development in the industry in these emerging markets, including the evolution of different business models and prospects for hedge funds. Podcasts Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Aaron Low, CFA, describes development in the industry in these emerging markets, including the evolution of different business models and prospects for hedge funds. 00:12:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_062.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_062.mp3 Michael Syn discusses the basic concepts of capital management and why it is important in wealth management. He offers a fresh perspective on asset allocation as it relates to mean reversion, market timing, bet sizing and leverage. Podcasts Fri, 22 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael Syn discusses the basic concepts of capital management and why it is important in wealth management. He offers a fresh perspective on asset allocation as it relates to mean reversion, market timing, bet sizing and leverage. 00:09:15 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_071.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_071.mp3 Peter D.A. Stein, CFA, discusses the fallout from the endowment model investment approach of heavily relying on illiquid alternative investments. Podcasts Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Peter D.A. Stein, CFA, discusses the fallout from the endowment model investment approach of heavily relying on illiquid alternative investments. 00:12:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_072.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_072.mp3 Séamus P. Finn shares his views on faith consistent investing in the Christian tradition. Podcasts Thu, 07 Oct 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Séamus P. Finn shares his views on faith consistent investing in the Christian tradition. 00:13:06 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_070.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_070.mp3 Michael Lustig discusses the state of the U.S. residential real estate market and the future of residential mortgage securitization finance including the role of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Podcasts Mon, 27 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Michael Lustig discusses the state of the U.S. residential real estate market and the future of residential mortgage securitization finance including the role of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. 00:09:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_069.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_069.mp3 Roger Clarke discusses his research into the returns of low volatility vs. high volatility portfolios. Podcasts Mon, 20 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Roger Clarke discusses his research into the returns of low volatility vs. high volatility portfolios. 00:09:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_060.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_060.mp3 Scott Welch discusses whether diversification failed, the best way to manage risk, and the future of the Yale endowment model. Podcasts Tue, 07 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Scott Welch discusses whether diversification failed, the best way to manage risk, and the future of the Yale endowment model. 00:11:52 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_059.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_059.mp3 Shonda Warner discusses the prospects for the agriculture industry, how to invest in farmland, and risks in the farmland sector. Podcasts Thu, 02 Sep 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Shonda Warner discusses the prospects for the agriculture industry, how to invest in farmland, and risks in the farmland sector. 00:11:27 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_061.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_061.mp3 Doug S. Rogers, CFA, discusses the history of after-tax mutual fund reporting, and the basics of pre- and post-liquidation reporting, and how to use after-tax reporting in making investment decisions. Podcasts Mon, 30 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Doug S. Rogers, CFA, discusses the history of after-tax mutual fund reporting, and the basics of pre- and post-liquidation reporting, and how to use after-tax reporting in making investment decisions. 00:08:49 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_068.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_068.mp3 Robert N. Gordon discusses retirement withdrawal strategies and tax considerations, as well as other questions that remain unanswered. Podcasts Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert N. Gordon discusses retirement withdrawal strategies and tax considerations, as well as other questions that remain unanswered. 00:10:56 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_067.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_067.mp3 Cliff Quisenberry, CFA, discusses the risk and return characteristics of frontier equity markets and their role in a diversified portfolio. Podcasts Mon, 23 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Cliff Quisenberry, CFA, discusses the risk and return characteristics of frontier equity markets and their role in a diversified portfolio. 00:08:33 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_044.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_044.mp3 Paul Bouchey, CFA, discusses the effect of volatility on long-term capital accumulation and the implications for active tax-management and tax-aware passive portfolio management. Podcasts Thu, 19 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Paul Bouchey, CFA, discusses the effect of volatility on long-term capital accumulation and the implications for active tax-management and tax-aware passive portfolio management. 00:09:26 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_066.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_066.mp3 Richard L. Peterson provides a medical and emotional description of irate clients and discusses techniques for dealing with them and how advisors should frame solutions. Podcasts Mon, 16 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Richard L. Peterson provides a medical and emotional description of irate clients and discusses techniques for dealing with them and how advisors should frame solutions. 00:06:49 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_065.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_065.mp3 Philip Marcovici discusses the implications of increased cross-border information exchanges, the forces driving bank secrecy, and how to regularize a client's tax situation. Podcasts Thu, 12 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Philip Marcovici discusses the implications of increased cross-border information exchanges, the forces driving bank secrecy, and how to regularize a client's tax situation. 00:10:13 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_064.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_064.mp3 Laird Pendleton discusses recent trends and changes in multi- and single-family offices and regional differences between the two models. Podcasts Mon, 09 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Laird Pendleton discusses recent trends and changes in multi- and single-family offices and regional differences between the two models. 00:08:23 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_063.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_063.mp3 Howard Schilit reviews a few cases of accounting fraud and discusses techniques on how to identify accounting irregularities. Podcasts Fri, 06 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dan diBartelomeo discusses how to estimate market sentiment and how to incorporate it into portfolio management and use it to estimate volatility. 00:13:47 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_057.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_057.mp3 Dan diBartelomeo discusses how to estimate market sentiment and how to incorporate it into portfolio management and use it to estimate volatility. Podcasts Mon, 02 Aug 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dan diBartelomeo discusses how to estimate market sentiment and how to incorporate it into portfolio management and use it to estimate volatility. 00:08:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_056.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_056.mp3 Ian Bremmer discusses the geopolitics of the BRIC nations, the Greek debt crisis, and the dramatic global political change over the last 18 months. Podcasts Fri, 30 Jul 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ian Bremmer discusses the geopolitics of the BRIC nations, the Greek debt crisis, and the dramatic global political change over the last 18 months. 00:11:10 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_058.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_058.mp3 Ted Seides, CFA, discusses hedge funds, due diligence, and quantitative/qualitative issues with hedge fund selection. Podcasts Mon, 26 Jul 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ted Seides, CFA, discusses hedge funds, due diligence, and quantitative/qualitative issues with hedge fund selection. 00:08:45 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_055.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_055.mp3 Zvi Bodie discusses a new starting point for evaluating client needs and approaching wealth management as an exercise in risk management. Podcasts Mon, 19 Jul 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Zvi Bodie discusses a new starting point for evaluating client needs and approaching wealth management as an exercise in risk management. 00:07:45 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_054.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_054.mp3 Rodney Sullivan, CFA, discusses with Jason Zweig a new collection of articles written by Ben Graham. Podcasts Mon, 12 Jul 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Rodney Sullivan, CFA, discusses with Jason Zweig a new collection of articles written by Ben Graham. 00:14:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_053.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_053.mp3 Vahan Janjigian, CFA, discusses why efforts to curb earnings guidance are misguided and how best to provide guidance. Podcasts Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Vahan Janjigian, CFA, discusses why efforts to curb earnings guidance are misguided and how best to provide guidance. 00:07:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_052.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_052.mp3 Scott Stewart, CFA, discusses main elements of portfolio shortfall and transaction costs and the impact of rising tax rates. Podcasts Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Scott Stewart, CFA, discusses main elements of portfolio shortfall and transaction costs and the impact of rising tax rates. 00:10:53 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep51.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep51.mp3 Richard Bookstaber discusses risk management issues such as liquidity risk, fat tails, and challenges with correlation. Podcasts Mon, 14 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Richard Bookstaber discusses risk management issues such as liquidity risk, fat tails, and challenges with correlation. 00:09:48 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep50.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep50.mp3 Dan Ariely discusses Behavioral Economics vs. Rational Economics and the future directions of economic research. Podcasts Mon, 07 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Dan Ariely discusses Behavioral Economics vs. Rational Economics and the future directions of economic research. 00:11:48 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep49.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep49.mp3 Mark Armbruster, CFA, discusses what makes ETFs different from mutual funds and the advantages and disadvantages of ETFs. Podcasts Wed, 02 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Mark Armbruster, CFA, discusses what makes ETFs different from mutual funds and the advantages and disadvantages of ETFs. 00:07:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep48.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep48.mp3 Noël Amenc discusses current private wealth management practices and how they can take into account a client's specific concerns regarding risk management, spending objectives, and time horizon. Podcasts Tue, 25 May 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Noël Amenc discusses current private wealth management practices and how they can take into account a client's specific concerns regarding risk management, spending objectives, and time horizon. 00:15:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep47.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep47.mp3 Stuart Lucas, CFA, discusses the wealth strategist and strategic wealth management principles applicable in the European and Asian contexts. Podcasts Tue, 25 May 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Stuart Lucas, CFA, discusses the wealth strategist and strategic wealth management principles applicable in the European and Asian contexts. 00:15:20 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep46.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep46.mp3 Tarun Ramadorai discusses the difference between current credit crisis and Asian financial crisis as regarding emerging economies. Podcasts Fri, 11 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Tarun Ramadorai discusses the difference between current credit crisis and Asian financial crisis as regarding emerging economies. 00:11:09 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep45.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep45.mp3 François Lhabitant discusses if it is possible to prevent another Madoff-like scandal by means of better due diligence. Podcasts Fri, 14 May 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series François Lhabitant discusses if it is possible to prevent another Madoff-like scandal by means of better due diligence. 00:08:39 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep43.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep43.mp3 Felix Goltz discusses why cap-weighted equity benchmarks are not risk–return efficient portfolios and alternatives to current cap-weighted equity benchmarks. Podcasts Fri, 07 May 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Felix Goltz discusses why cap-weighted equity benchmarks are not risk–return efficient portfolios and alternatives to current cap-weighted equity benchmarks. 00:13:41 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep42.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep42.mp3 Tim Jenkinson discusses the drying up of bank financing, difficulty in exiting investments, and the shift in balance of power within the private equity asset class. Podcasts Fri, 04 Jun 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Tim Jenkinson discusses the drying up of bank financing, difficulty in exiting investments, and the shift in balance of power within the private equity asset class. 00:07:19 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep40.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep40.mp3 Harold Evensky discusses how behavioral biases affect individual decision making and techniques for illustrating these behavior patterns to clients. Podcasts Wed, 28 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Harold Evensky discusses how behavioral biases affect individual decision making and techniques for illustrating these behavior patterns to clients. 00:07:15 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep39.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep39.mp3 Randy Appleyard discusses the landscape of non-agency MBS after the financial crisis and how mortgage finance will evolve in the future. Podcasts Mon, 26 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Randy Appleyard discusses the landscape of non-agency MBS after the financial crisis and how mortgage finance will evolve in the future. 00:10:14 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep38.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep38.mp3 Bernd Scherer discusses sovereign wealth funds (SWF) sourced by oil revenue and the impact uncertainty of oil reserves has on asset allocation by SWFs. Podcasts Mon, 19 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Bernd Scherer discusses sovereign wealth funds (SWF) sourced by oil revenue and the impact uncertainty of oil reserves has on asset allocation by SWFs. 00:08:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep37.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep37.mp3 Cary Krosinsky discusses companies that embody sustainability and speaks about the future of sustainability and investing. Podcasts Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Cary Krosinsky discusses companies that embody sustainability and speaks about the future of sustainability and investing. 00:10:24 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep36.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep36.mp3 Stuart Lucas, CFA, discusses inter-generational dynasty planning and entrepreneurial stewardship. Podcasts Wed, 14 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Stuart Lucas, CFA, discusses inter-generational dynasty planning and entrepreneurial stewardship. 00:13:56 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep35.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep35.mp3 Paul Travers discusses leveraged loans and the bank loan asset class. Podcasts Mon, 12 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Paul Travers discusses leveraged loans and the bank loan asset class. 00:19:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep34.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep34.mp3 Theodore R. Aronson, CFA, discusses issues with regulation, trade management in different asset classes, and how trading has become more sophisticated. Podcasts Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Theodore R. Aronson, CFA, discusses issues with regulation, trade management in different asset classes, and how trading has become more sophisticated. 00:11:54 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep33.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep33.mp3 Gordon B. Fowler, Jr. discusses how a wealth manager should approach asset allocation and the role of index funds and alternative assets in a private client portfolio. Podcasts Wed, 07 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Gordon B. Fowler, Jr. discusses how a wealth manager should approach asset allocation and the role of index funds and alternative assets in a private client portfolio. 00:13:03 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep32.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep32.mp3 Jamie Perrett explains what a tax-adjusted index is and how the Australian experience influenced and motivated the design of after-tax indices. Podcasts Mon, 05 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jamie Perrett explains what a tax-adjusted index is and how the Australian experience influenced and motivated the design of after-tax indices. 00:10:22 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep31.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep31.mp3 Jie Gan evaluates China's role in the global economy. Podcasts Fri, 02 Apr 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jie Gan evaluates China's role in the global economy. 00:06:17 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep30.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep30.mp3 Philip Gocke discusses growth in US and non-US derivatives markets, the impact of the crisis on derivatives use, regulation changes, and the future of derivatives use. Podcasts Fri, 26 Mar 2010 08:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Philip Gocke discusses growth in US and non-US derivatives markets, the impact of the crisis on derivatives use, regulation changes, and the future of derivatives use. 00:12:49 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep29.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep29.mp3 Jason Zweig discusses how investor goals should be pursued instead of focusing on risk tolerance and practical applications of behavioral finance. Podcasts Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:22:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jason Zweig discusses how investor goals should be pursued instead of focusing on risk tolerance and practical applications of behavioral finance. 00:15:51 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep28.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep28.mp3 Robert Gordon discusses the changes to U.S. estate tax law, challenges with formula based wills, and the intricacies of deductibility of interest. Podcasts Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:22:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert Gordon discusses the changes to U.S. estate tax law, challenges with formula based wills, and the intricacies of deductibility of interest. 00:13:17 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep26.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep26.mp3 Robert Haugen discusses the changes fundamental factors that drive stock price performance, components of equity risk, and equity market inefficiency. Podcasts Fri, 22 Jan 2010 08:20:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Robert Haugen discusses the changes fundamental factors that drive stock price performance, components of equity risk, and equity market inefficiency. 00:10:53 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep25.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep25.mp3 Lionel Martellini discusses the changes have taken place in investment management approaches and how asset allocation and risk management related to each other. Podcasts Mon, 11 Jan 2010 08:20:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Lionel Martellini discusses the changes have taken place in investment management approaches and how asset allocation and risk management related to each other. 00:11:01 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep24.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep24.mp3 Steven M. Galbraith discusses the following: Equity values in the current economic environment -- Elevated money market balances -- Market strategies for 2010. Podcasts Fri, 18 Dec 2009 08:20:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Steven M. Galbraith discusses the following: Equity values in the current economic environment -- Elevated money market balances -- Market strategies for 2010. 00:09:46 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep23.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep23.mp3 Bob K. Behal, CFA, and David Van Ommeren discuss the following: Dislocation in asset-backed securities markets during the financial crisis -- ABS markets that are working on their own -- ABS markets supported by the government -- Commercial mortgage market outlook and risks. Podcasts Wed, 25 Nov 2009 08:20:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Bob K. Behal, CFA, and David Van Ommeren discuss the following: Dislocation in asset-backed securities markets during the financial crisis -- ABS markets that are working on their own -- ABS markets supported by the government -- Commercial mortgage market outlook and risks. 00:23:08 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep22.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep22.mp3 Kenneth E. Volpert, CFA, discusses the following: TIPs mechanics -- Strategies used by active managers with TIPs -- Where are real rates versus history -- Inflation and TIPs performance outlook. Podcasts Thu, 12 Nov 2009 10:20:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kenneth E. Volpert, CFA, discusses the following: TIPs mechanics -- Strategies used by active managers with TIPs -- Where are real rates versus history -- Inflation and TIPs performance outlook. 00:15:20 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep21.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep21.mp3 George Hoguet, CFA, discusses the following: Historical development of sovereign wealth funds -- Role of sovereign wealth funds during financial crisis -- Importance of sovereign wealth funds as investors -- Concerns over active ownership of foreign companies by sovereign wealth funds. Podcasts Wed, 21 Oct 2009 10:00:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series George Hoguet, CFA, discusses the following: Historical development of sovereign wealth funds -- Role of sovereign wealth funds during financial crisis -- Importance of sovereign wealth funds as investors -- Concerns over active ownership of foreign companies by sovereign wealth funds. 00:13:23 sovereign wealth funds, CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep20.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep20.mp3 Richard T. de Belder discusses the following: What are Sukuk? -- Are Sukuk similar to asset backed securities? -- What are some of the current Sheriah issues facing Sukuk? Podcasts Sat, 1 Aug 2009 10:19:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Richard T. de Belder discusses the following: What are Sukuk? -- Are Sukuk similar to asset backed securities? -- What are some of the current Sheriah issues facing Sukuk? 00:18:27 CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep19.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep19.mp3 Erik B. Granade, CFA, discusses the following: Global Equity valuation -- How the credit crisis has affected global markets -- Risks associated with Global Equity investing. Podcasts Wed, 15 Jul 2009 11:19:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Erik B. Granade, CFA, discusses the following: Global Equity valuation -- How the credit crisis has affected global markets -- Risks associated with Global Equity investing. 00:17:42 CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep18.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep18.mp3 Nick Robins discusses the following: What is sustainable investing and how is it different from ethical or socially responsible investing? -- What asset classes are covered by sustainable investing? -- What are some of the challenges and opportunities facing sustainable investing? Podcasts Wed, 1 Jul 2009 11:18:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Nick Robins discusses the following: What is sustainable investing and how is it different from ethical or socially responsible investing? -- What asset classes are covered by sustainable investing? -- What are some of the challenges and opportunities facing sustainable investing? 00:10:35 CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep17.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep17.mp3 David M. Stein discusses portfolio and tax management in the context of the current market environment. He describes: Limitations of diversification and risk management strategies -- Tax efficient portfolio management and the importance of tax management -- Standard and new tax management strategies. Podcasts Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:18:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series David M. Stein discusses portfolio and tax management in the context of the current market environment. He describes: Limitations of diversification and risk management strategies -- Tax efficient portfolio management and the importance of tax management -- Standard and new tax management strategies. 00:15:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep16.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep16.mp3 Shaykh Yusuf Talal DeLorenzo discusses the screening process used by Islamic (Shari'a compliant) equity indexes and funds. In addition, Mr. DeLorenzo describes how a company deemed Shari'a compliant can become non-compliant and why investors not seeking Shari'a compliance could be interested in Shari'a compliant investments. Podcasts Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:18:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Shaykh Yusuf Talal DeLorenzo discusses the screening process used by Islamic (Shari'a compliant) equity indexes and funds. In addition, Mr. DeLorenzo describes how a company deemed Shari'a compliant can become non-compliant and why investors not seeking Shari'a compliance could be interested in Shari'a compliant investments. 00:15:43 CFA, CFA Institute, Shari'a compliance, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep15.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep15.mp3 Joel M. Stern explains the origins and applications of EVA. In addition, Mr. Stern describes the current market conditions, the collapse of the comparative advantage period, and alternative sources of equity funding for public companies. Podcasts Tue, 09 Dec 2008 11:11:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Joel M. Stern explains the origins and applications of EVA. In addition, Mr. Stern describes the current market conditions, the collapse of the comparative advantage period, and alternative sources of equity funding for public companies. 00:22:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep14.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep14.mp3 Usman Hayat, CFA, discusses the fundamentals of Islamic finance and its implications for institutional and private investors. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:31:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Usman Hayat, CFA, discusses the fundamentals of Islamic finance and its implications for institutional and private investors. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info.. 00:15:49 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep13.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep13.mp3 Thomas R. Keene discusses Federal Reserve policy, economic uncertainty, and the changing risk appetite of the market. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Thu, 16 Oct 2008 10:31:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Thomas R. Keene discusses Federal Reserve policy, economic uncertainty, and the changing risk appetite of the market. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:09:19 Bloomberg news, CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep12.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep12.mp3 Adam Litke discusses the problem of counterparty risk in credit derivatives and provides possible solutions including a clearing house for derivatives trades. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:31:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Adam Litke discusses the problem of counterparty risk in credit derivatives and provides possible solutions including a clearing house for derivatives trades. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:10:59 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, business, real estate, money, Fixed Income Investments, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep11.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep11.mp3 Matt Orsagh, CFA, CIPM, discusses the report recently released by the CFA Institute Centre for Financial Market Integrity entitled "Environmental, Social, and Governance Factors at Listed Companies: A Manual for Investors". Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Thu, 17 Jul 2008 10:31:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Matt Orsagh, CFA, CIPM, discusses the report recently released by the CFA Institute Centre for Financial Market Integrity entitled "Environmental, Social, and Governance Factors at Listed Companies: A Manual for Investors". 00:12:48 CFA, CFA Institute,Matt Orsagh, ESG, Alternative Investments, Economics, Executive compensions, business, real estate, money, pension funds, Environmental, Social, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep10.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep10.mp3 Ludovic Phalippou discusses the problems with internal rates of return as the performance metric of choice in the world of private equity. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Tue, 15 Apr 2008 10:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Ludovic Phalippou discusses the problems with internal rates of return as the performance metric of choice in the world of private equity. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:18:14 CFA, CFA Institute, Alternative Investments, Economics, Ludovic Phalippou, Executive compensions, business, real estate, money, pension funds, Udani, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep9.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep9.mp3 Shishir M. Udani, CFA, discusses hedge fund demand for equity tranches in CDOs. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Fri, 28 Mar 2008 11:31:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Shishir M. Udani, CFA, discusses hedge fund demand for equity tranches in CDOs. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:18:44 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Executive compensions, business, real estate, money, pension funds, Udani, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep8.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep8.mp3 Jim Allen, CFA, discusses the report recently released by the CFA Institute Centre for Financial Market Integrity entitled The Compensation of Senior Executives at Listed Companies: A Manual for Investors. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:31:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Jim Allen, CFA, discusses the report recently released by the CFA Institute Centre for Financial Market Integrity entitled The Compensation of Senior Executives at Listed Companies: A Manual for Investors. 00:14:35 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Executive compensions, business, real estate, money, pension funds, Christopher C. Finger, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep7.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep7.mp3 Christopher C. Finger, Head of Research at RiskMetrics Group, Inc., discusses techniques that can be used by pension funds to hedge their natural exposure to inflation. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Fri, 29 Feb 2008 11:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Christopher C. Finger, Head of Research at RiskMetrics Group, Inc., discusses techniques that can be used by pension funds to hedge their natural exposure to inflation. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:19:05 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, hristopher C. Finger, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep6.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep6.mp3 Charles Tschampion, CFA, discusses applications of ethics in proxy voting, front running, and GIPS presentation situations. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Fri, 15 Feb 2008 11:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Charles Tschampion, CFA, discusses applications of ethics in proxy voting, front running, and GIPS presentation situations. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:17:58 CFA, CFA Institute, Ethics, GM, General Motors, Debt Investment, Economics, Soft Dollars, Gift Giving, and Proxy Voting, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep5.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep5.mp3 Charles Tschampion, CFA, discusses applications of the CFA Institute Centre for Financial Market Integrity Asset Manager Code of Professional Conduct as well as an application of its Corporate Governance Manual. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Thu, 31 Jan 2008 10:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Charles Tschampion, CFA, discusses applications of the CFA Institute Centre for Financial Market Integrity Asset Manager Code of Professional Conduct as well as an application of its Corporate Governance Manual. 00:18:31 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, hristopher C. Finger, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep4.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep4.mp3 Christopher C. Finger, Head of Research at RiskMetrics Group, LLC, discusses the use of the ABX index to help with the problems of accurate marking of positions. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Tue, 15 Jan 2008 11:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Christopher C. Finger, Head of Research at RiskMetrics Group, LLC, discusses the use of the ABX index to help with the problems of accurate marking of positions. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:19:23 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, hristopher C. Finger, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep3.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep3.mp3 Kenneth L. Grant, President of Risk Resources, LLC, discusses where we've been, where we are now, and where we may be going with systemic risk in structured products. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Fri, 28 Dec 2007 11:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series Kenneth L. Grant, President of Risk Resources, LLC, discusses where we've been, where we are now, and where we may be going with systemic risk in structured products. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:19:57 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, Richard DeMong, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep2.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_Take_15_Ep2.mp3 In this Take 15 episode, Richard F. DeMong, CFA, defines the concept of moral hazard and discusses its significance for the subprime mortgage market problems. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Wed, 12 Dec 2007 11:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series In this Take 15 episode, Richard F. DeMong, CFA, defines the concept of moral hazard and discusses its significance for the subprime mortgage market problems. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:15:28 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, Richard DeMong, Take 15 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_001.mp3 http://traffic.libsyn.com/take15audio/CFA_Institute_T15_001.mp3 In this Take 15 episode, Richard F. DeMong, CFA, discusses the following topics in interview format: The basics of mortgage securitization and creation of CDOs -- Risk transfer and rating risk. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. Podcasts Wed, 14 Nov 2007 11:30:00 EST No CFA Institute Take 15 Podcast Series In this Take 15 episode, Richard F. DeMong, CFA, discusses the following topics in interview format: The basics of mortgage securitization and creation of CDOs -- Risk transfer and rating risk. Please visit http://www.cfawebcasts.org/ for more info. 00:18:16 CFA, CFA Institute, Debt Investment, Economics, Fixed Income Investments, business, real estate, money, subprime, Richard DeMong, Take 15