Top Reads of The Week 3/12/2023

Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s brilliant but understated business partner, passed away recently.

Though less famous than Buffett, Munger profoundly shaped Berkshire Hathaway’s strategy over decades.

He convinced Buffett to shift from buying cheap companies to premium quality businesses with durable competitive edges - a pivot key to Berkshire's long-term prosperity.

Berkshire Hathaway would not have achieved the phenomenal success it has enjoyed without the influence of Munger.

His thinking too influenced how I invested as I evolved as an investor.

Beyond investing prowess, Munger exemplified moral conviction through his frugality and commitment to lifelong learning across disciplines despite billionaire status.

He leaves behind an unmatched legacy of intellect, ethics and self-improvement that provides timeless inspiration.

Top Reads of The Week (Special Edition)

Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s longtime business partner, dies at 99

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/11/28/charlie-munger-investing-sage-and-warren-buffetts-confidant-dies.html 

Charlie Munger, vice chairman of Berkshire Hathaway and Warren Buffett’s longtime business partner, has died at age 99.

Munger was an investing legend in his own right known for his wit and wisdom.

The Story of Charlie Munger | Acquired Season 7, Episode 3

https://www.acquired.fm/episodes/charlie-munger 

Podcast episode profiling Charlie Munger's life, career and investing philosophy, and his decades-long partnership with Warren Buffett building Berkshire Hathaway.

I listened to this just 2 weeks ago - and its an insightful interview with the man himself.

Charlie Munger in final CNBC interview: You've got to learn how to recognise rare opportunities

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nj9sRI5lofM 

Final interview from Charlie Munger on CNBC.