Weekly Investing Roundup – News, Podcasts, Interviews (12/26/2025)

Group 1: Investment News Highlights - Bill Ackman has made a $2.1 billion deal to acquire an insurer, aiming to create a "modern Berkshire Hathaway" [1] - Ray Dalio discusses the evolving nature of market crises and their impact on investment strategies [1] - A rotation from growth stocks to value stocks is anticipated to strengthen in the upcoming year [1] Group 2: Value Investing Insights - 2026 is projected to be a significant year for value stocks, indicating a potential shift in market dynamics [4] - Polen Capital emphasizes a multi-dimensional approach to small-cap investing, highlighting the importance of diversification [4] - The Fear & Greed Index indicates a strongly overvalued market, suggesting caution among investors [4] Group 3: Research and Analysis - Research indicates that regulation may not effectively mitigate bad behavior in financial markets [7] - Professionals recommend various books that can enhance investment knowledge and strategies [7] - Predictions for 2026 suggest that the equal-weight S&P 500 may outperform the traditional market cap-weighted version [7]