Unwarranted Intrusion: The Case Against Government Intrusion in the Marketplace

Contributed by CFA Society of Los Angeles

In this podcast, Martin S. Fridson, CFA, discusses the following three government interventions analyzed in his book, Unwarranted Intrusions: The Case Against Government Intervention in the Marketplace:

  • Government attempts to reduce market volatility through short selling and margin rules as well as circuit breakers;
  • Deposit insurance; and
  • Social Security.

This podcast comprises a 33-minute presentation and an 11-minute question-and-answer session.

Speaker

Photo of Martin S. Fridson, CFA

Martin S. Fridson, CFA, is CEO of FridsonVision LLC. Mr. Fridson has become known for his innovative work in credit analysis and investment strategy over the course of his association with brokerage firms, including Salomon Brothers, Morgan Stanley, and Merrill Lynch. The Financial Management Association International named Mr. Fridson the Financial Executive of the Year in 2002. He has been a guest lecturer at numerous graduate schools and is the author of several well-regarded investment books, including It Was a Very Good Year and How to Be a Billionaire. Mr. Fridson received his B.A. in history from Harvard College and his M.B.A. from Harvard Business School.

This information is accurate as of the date of recording.

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Topics

  • Portfolio Management
  • Economics
  • Standards, Ethics, and Regulations

Details

Length: 44min
Posted: 10/25/2007
Recorded On: 6/5/2007
CE Credits: 1 CE, 1 SER
Formats:
  • Audio Podcast

Price (USD)

Members: FREE
CFA Program Candidates: FREE
Standard Rate: FREE