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In his latest interview with The Value Investing Channel, Chuck Akre explains how to calculate the ‘real’ rate of return. Here’s an excerpt from the interview: So when I say what interests we talked about games or Facebook or tractors or the mall or all kinds of things. How do … Read More

In his 1988 Shareholder Letter, Chuck Akre discussed the lessons he learned from Warren Buffett. Here’s an excerpt from the letter: Over the years, I have been most significantly influenced by the writings of Warren Buffett. (Fortunately, I have been a shareholder of Berkshire Hathaway since 1977). Warren was a … Read More

In this recent interview with Barron’s, John Neff and Chris Cerrone of the Akre Focus Fund discuss the durable competitive advantage of software businesses and what makes Constellation’s Mark Leonard one of the best capital allocators of our generation. Here’s an excerpt from the interview: You own several software companies. … Read More

In his latest interview with WCDS: Wakefield Country Day School, Chuck Akre discusses his never sell strategy, and why investors can pay higher multiples for growth companies in a low interest rate environment. Here’s an excerpt from the interview: Akre: Then we say, and our discipline is, we just don’t … Read More

In his recent interview with Value Investor Insight, Chuck Akre discussed his stepping down from running the Akre Focus Fund at age 78, his successful approach to investing, and his thoughts on buy and sell prices. Here’s an excerpt from the interview: Question: It’s always been a bit difficult to … Read More

In Chuck Akre’s latest Q2 2020 Market Commentary he makes a couple of great points regarding the importance of ignoring market forecasts, and why investors should avoid seeking opportunities in the hardest-hit businesses without regard for quality. Here’s some excerpts from his commentary: Why Investors Should Ignore Market Forecasts The … Read More