Show Notes
In this episode of The Rules of Investing, Qiao Ma of Munro Partners explains why curiosity and grit are essential traits for long-term investors. We discuss:
Why curiosity is central to Munro Partners’ investment process How following bottlenecks can uncover overlooked investment opportunities Why large-cap research can help identify tomorrow’s small and mid-cap winners The challenge of balancing conviction with the possibility of being wrong Why grit matters when investments do not work out How Munro uses risk management to avoid letting losers dominate the portfolio Where Ma is still finding opportunities in AI, power, travel and healthcare How Howmet Aerospace and Acter emerged from deeper supply-chain research The one investment Ma would make if markets closed for five years.
Guest from Munro Partners, a corporate authorised representative (CAR 1244894) of Munro Asset Management Limited (ACN 163 522 254) an Australian Financial Service licence holder (AFSL 480509). The information discussed in this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not financial advice. You should obtain independent advice from a licensed professional adviser before making any investment decision. The views held by Munro Partners are current at the time of recording and are subject to change. Past performance information given in this recording is for illustrative purposes only and should not be relied upon as an indication of future performance. The information in this podcast has been prepared without taking account of the objectives, financial situation, or needs of individuals. None of Munro Partners, its related bodies or associates nor any other person guarantees the repayment of capital or the performance of the Funds or any particular returns from the Funds. Information about the Munro funds is available at munropartners.com. Podcast recorded 31 July 2026.
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