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Harjes elaborates on the challenges of tracking investors like Soros, given their dynamic trading strategies. The 13F filings provide only a snapshot of past positions rather than an ongoing picture. Hence, investors who wish to emulate these high-profile traders must be wary—not every investment action is reflected in the filings, and the positions indicated could have changed significantly by the time anyone else sees the data. This lack of immediate actionable insight raises a critical question: Is it prudent to base one’s investment strategy solely on these quarterly filings?