Why Active Investing Supports Economic Growth – Forbes India

Active Money Managers: Essential Players in a Productive Economy

In the ever-evolving landscape of financial investments, the debate between active and passive funds continues to captivate investors and analysts alike. The famous 2008 bet by Warren Buffett, challenging hedge funds to outperform a passive fund over a significant period, spotlighted this debate, with Buffett emerging victorious. Nonetheless, Professor Simon Gervais from Duke University’s Fuqua School of Business adds a new dimension to this conversation, arguing for the invaluable role of active money managers in steering the economy toward growth.