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Finance ✦ Penny’s Take

Even Buffett Isn't Perfect

Vahan Janjigian · 2009
74/100
👍 Worth It

A credentialed CFA practitioner takes an honest look at what Buffett actually does versus what ordinary investors can realistically copy — and that distinction alone makes it valuable. The examples are dated, so treat it as a framework book rather than a current playbook. If you already have some market footing and want a clear-eyed Buffett critique, this earns its shelf space.

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Verdict receipt0–100
Faith & family safety85
Substance / usefulness72
Craft & writing75
Originality68
Evidence & accuracy78
Hype vs delivers72
Age-fit75
👁 Human-eye gut-check76
Penny’s verdict74
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