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Barry Norris, founder and chief investment officer of Argonaut Capital, is beating 95% of his peers with his absolute return fund that leverages a long/short strategy.
In an interview with Business Insider, Norris breaks down the benefits of a fund that is uncorrelated to the market.
He provides his tips for shorting that have helped him spot fraudulent companies like Wirecard and NMC healthcare this year.
He explains why investors should be cautious of the siren call to buy value right now.
Finding companies to bet against is essentially about having a well-honed BS antenna, said Barry Norris, founder and chief investment officer at boutique investment firm Argonaut Capital.