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While Bogle acknowledges that some active managers have outperformed, he warns that identifying consistently superior funds has proven challenging. He highlights firms such as Dodge & Cox and Longleaf Partners as those maintaining integrity and focusing on sustainable investment, rather than aggressive marketing strategies.
Index Funds: Simplifying Investment for the Average Investor
A fundamental question arises: how can the average investor leverage index funds effectively? Bogle advocates for the simplicity of using a single fund, particularly the Vanguard Balanced Index Fund, which offers a combination of stocks and bonds. He emphasizes that a hands-off approach with appropriate equity exposure relative to age can significantly improve investor outcomes.