Youthful Mistake Provides Biggest Lesson Of Investing Life
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A Youthful Mistake That Taught the Greatest Investing Lesson
Summary:
The saying "no pain, no gain" rings true, especially for Prapas Tonpibulsak. As the chief investment officer of Ayudhya Fund Management, he credits the Stock Exchange of Thailand for teaching him invaluable, albeit challenging, lessons that formal education did not.
Article:
Prapas Tonpibulsak, now a prominent figure in the investment world, reflects on a youthful misstep that profoundly shaped his understanding of finance. Growing up in Chumphon, Thailand, he had little awareness of the broader world around him. Even as he pursued finance and banking studies in Bangkok, his ambitions were unclear.
Everything changed during his senior year. A burgeoning curiosity about the stock market led him to invest his parents' money just weeks before the 1987 Black Monday crash. The result: a total loss equivalent to the cost of four Mercedes-Benz cars.
Despite the painful loss, Prapas regards the experience as a priceless lesson. It taught him about the volatility of the stock market and the importance of deep research and risk management.
Determined to recover, he immersed himself in investment literature, inspired by author Benjamin Graham. After earning his bachelor's degree, he pursued an MBA in finance at Wagner College in New York. His days were filled with lectures, evenings watching financial news, and weekends spent at bookstores exploring securities analysis.
With a newfound clarity, Prapas set a goal to achieve financial independence by age 60, aiming for savings of 200 million Baht (approximately 5 million USD).
Returning to Thailand, he gained experience as a stock analyst and fund manager. Post-1997 financial crisis, Prapas helped tackle challenges in his family’s business before transitioning to a financial consultant role, specializing in debt restructuring. Eventually, he joined Ayudhya Fund Management.
On personal finance, Prapas believes it involves commitment and setting goals that evolve with life's changes. His aspirations now include supporting his wife and three children.
For retirement savings, he recommends setting a clear financial target by considering expenses, inflation, and interest rates. It’s crucial to calculate how much to save or invest monthly to achieve desired returns.
Currently, his investment portfolio comprises 10% in equities and fixed-income funds, while 80% to 90% is allocated in real estate. To meet his goals, he aims for a 12% annual return.
In conclusion, Prapas emphasizes understanding and managing risks as the essence of successful investing.
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