Episode 7: I Love Me A Big Bowl Of Risks, A Bowl Of Speculation - No Thanks!

08/15/18 • 46 min

In most cases given the option humans will choose an unknown risk over uncertainty except when it comes to investing. Investors rather react to uncertainty than the known risks and this behavior is the biggest mistake they take. What does Lotto 649, Funerals and Apple tell us about the differences between risk and uncertainty? Join us as we discuss these issues and many more on Investments Unplugged.

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