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Defensive Anti-Takeover Board Measures

Do anti-takeover measures like poison pills, lobster traps, scorched-earth policies, and golden parachutes actually benefit shareowners? Or do they negatively impact share prices? We polled readers of CFA Institute Financial NewsBrief to find out.

Alpha Wounds: Culture vs. Philosophy Mismatch

Jason Voss, CFA, discusses the importance of aligning investment firm culture with investment philosophy to maximize alpha.